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V7 Advanced Vacuum Cleaner
The Dyson V7 advanced cordless vacuum cleaner is engineered with the power, versatility and run time to clean your whole home. Dysons de-tangling Motorbar cleaner head deep cleans...
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Ball Animal 3 Extra Upright Vacuum
The best cleaning performance of any upright de-tangling vacuum. ⁶ Powerful suction Automatically de-tangles hair Deep cleans your home and your pet Rides on a ball Dyson Ball tech...
Ball Animal 3 Upright Vacuum
The best cleaning performance of any upright de-tangling vacuum. ⁶ Engineered for homes with pets Powerful suction Automatically de-tangles hair Rides on a ball Dyson Ball technolo...
Ball Allergy Plus Upright Vacuum
The Dyson Ball Allergy+ has the strongest suction of any vacuum. ¹ It handles tough tasks easily, making it ideal for parents and pet-owners. It has an advanced self-adjusting clea...
V8 Origin Cordless Vacuum
The Dyson V8 Origin cordless vacuum cleaner is engineered with the power, versatility, tools and run time to clean homes with pets. Dyson’s de-tangling Motorbar cleaner head deep c...
V11 Cordless Stick Vacuum
Versatile and cordless for whole-home deep cleaning. 60% more power.¹ 60 minutes of run time. ² Power trigger helps maximize energy efficiency, only using power where you need it....
Dc65 Multi Floor Upright Vacuum Cleaner
Maintain interior floor surfaces with this Dyson DC65 Multi-floor Bagless Upright Vacuum 205497-01. It has a lightweight, user-friendly design and has built-in Root Cyclone technol...
V6 Animal Cordless Vacuum
The Dyson V6 Animal cordless vacuum has an overall cleaning performance that beats most full-size corded vacuums without the hassle of a cord. Compared to the upright market, the D...
V8 Origin Cordless Vacuum cleaner
The Dyson V8 Origin cordless vacuum cleaner is engineered with the power, versatility, tools and run time to clean homes with pets. Dyson’s de-tangling Motorbar cleaner head deep c...
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Why r/BuyItForLife recommends Dyson
257 mentions from real owners
- #1Dec 31, 2025
Looking for a stick vacuum like the one in the photo trusted models you’ve used for years?
I bought the Dyson SV25 stick and I love it. It's easy to use and picks up everything on my bare floors and lite weight carpet. I got it at Sam's for around $300 - to last me. It also runs about 40 mins before needing a charge. Attachments are easy to use.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #2Dec 31, 2025
How can a company continue to make money if their product lasts forever?
The company should be based on an innovative mindset, not a specific product. That’s one reason why private equity destroys companies. It never capitalizes on the human capital. Good companies can use the revenue from one product to fund creation of the next. I am not a big fan of ninja brand products-but they are really good at innovation. Same with Dyson. Festool and Patagonia are good examples of combining quality and innovation
View on Redditopen_in_new - #3Dec 31, 2025
What BIFL products have bought you your time back?
A Dyson or Miele vacuum! It’s so much more efficient that I finish the whole house in half the time it used to take
View on Redditopen_in_new - #4Dec 30, 2025
A few brands I'll probably stick with for life
My Dyson vacuum just turned 9 years old. My dog sheds a lot, and I've got two cats too. I vacuum a few rooms every weekend, and it still works like new. I'm amazed I haven't had to replace any parts yet, but I'm good about cleaning it. A couple years ago, I fucked up the factory lube around the beater brush when I accidentally vacuumed up some damp carpet soap (my fault, I didn't wait long enough for the carpet to completely dry). I let it dry out completely before using it again, but then the beater brush started squealing like hell. I opened it up, gave the bar some fresh silicone grease, and it's been happy ever since.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #5Dec 30, 2025
Why household appliances are no longer built to last
I think sometimes yes, sometimes no. Dyson vaccums very easy to replace. GE dumb dryers most parts are $50 or less and can be done within 1 hour. I think over the past 10 years a lot of manufactuers sold the general public what they were beta testing and we bought it. stick to dumb appliances, esp things that are mechanical and don't have a motherboard and you can keep things for longer than 10 years
View on Redditopen_in_new - #6Dec 30, 2025
A few brands I'll probably stick with for life
I bought a return Dyson battery vac. The original battery wasn't great, but it did the job. After 5 years, the battery was weak enough that we couldn't work around it. I bought a new (genuine) Dyson battery for it 1.5 years ago, and this battery is fantastic compared to the original. It does everything I need it to do, and hasn't run out of power on me yet.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #7Dec 30, 2025
A few brands I'll probably stick with for life
I'm one of those whose experience doesn't align with the hivemind- everyone in my family has a Dyson pet ball and most have at least 10 years on them. Mine is a refurb with 5 years. All of ours work exceptionally and do a wonderful job of sucking cat hair out of every nook and cranny. Sometimes the advice passed around here feels like the regurgitated experience of a handful of people mixed with a healthy dose of marketing. Ironically, Darn Tough actually lives up to the hype and some here are convinced their popularity is due to bots.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #8Dec 30, 2025
A few brands I'll probably stick with for life
Madewell for jeans. Ruffwear for dog stuff. Seconding Patagonia. Darn Tough and Smartwool. Dyson (I’ve dropped one of their fans and my dog ate the remote and they still function perfectly despite looking rough). And an honorable mention to Ruggable: their customer service is exceptional.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #9Dec 27, 2025
Little luxuries or upgrades that you made this year that makes your everyday better?
Dyson air purifier-helps with allergies
View on Redditopen_in_new - #10Dec 27, 2025
My Bose headphones died today after 9 years of use and travel. Any suggestions on a good replacement?
the dyson ontrac are actually really good for the current discounted price, got them for \~200$ with an extra pair of earcups. all metal and 55h battery, seems like they will last
View on Redditopen_in_new - #11Dec 26, 2025
Little luxuries or upgrades that you made this year that makes your everyday better?
Same, I got the dyson about 3 months ago and can’t believe I spent my whole life using a regular vacuum with no light. It’s especially fun to do with barely any lights on, I’m amazed at the dust every time.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #12Dec 26, 2025
Little luxuries or upgrades that you made this year that makes your everyday better?
I was coming here to comment about the dyson v12 cordless I just bought. My absolute favorite feature (besides it being cordless) is the laser on it, had no idea you could just buy a laser attachment.. that’s awesome. I vacuum like 3x a day or more now since I got my dyson. The laser just makes it something that you look forward to and is fun. Insane how much accumulates on the floor even in a few hours.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #13Dec 26, 2025
Little luxuries or upgrades that you made this year that makes your everyday better?
Literally any of them. I found a cheap knock-off on Amazon, and it works exactly the same as the expensive attachment Dyson sells.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #14Dec 26, 2025
Little luxuries or upgrades that you made this year that makes your everyday better?
A dyson and UC Bose headphones
View on Redditopen_in_new - #15Dec 25, 2025
What’s the best hair dryer for smooth results at home without spending salon money?
check out r/haircare! they have provided some great recommendations, most have recommended dyson and shark. And they can help with what you want without hairdrying as well. Personally, I have a dyson and it's been going strong for two years.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #16Dec 25, 2025
Best Vacuum Cleaner Recommendations?
i would suggest you up $300 more and buy Miele Triflex HX1 / HX2 or Dyson V15 Detect and you will have it for a life.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #17Dec 24, 2025
What’s the best hair dryer for smooth results at home without spending salon money?
Got my wife the Dyson dryer and she swears by it.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #18Dec 22, 2025
What was the best purchase you made this year?
Second the AirPod pros— but ALSO- the GREEN LIGHT on the vacuum! I haven’t splurged on the Dyson yet, but oh my gah! The green light shows everythinggg! Now I wake up before the sun and vroom vroom zoom around the house like it’s a game. ~$100 on Amazon for a cordless one & feel SO accomplished & satisfied after! Green light therapy! I’ll never go back.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #19Dec 22, 2025
What was the best purchase you made this year?
I’m not usually a consumerist but my Dyson vac with the green laser has been revolutionary. Genuinely (genuinely) fun vacuuming now. AirPod Pros too! Ditched my Sony flagship headphones as they were overstimulating and I adore them.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #20Dec 22, 2025
What was the best purchase you made this year?
Our robot vacuum. I got it back in July (roborock) and it's been great. I only have to spot clean once or twice a week with our dyson. Another close second is Comma AI (third party add on for my car that adds lane assist to my Prius. ) it has made a huge difference on long road trips.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #21Dec 20, 2025
What is an everyday item you own that you think everyone should invest in for life ?
- Mauvel Copper cooking pots, stock pot. Pricey at Williams Sonoma but they will last hundreds of years. - Dyson chordless vacuum (get the extender) these are excellent spider killers. Will never live without. - Fiestaware plates. They just don’t break like other brands. - Mexican wool blankets, these are incredible and will last decades and decades. We have several we keep outdoors, they are sturdy and hold up to bad weather! Take them camping, beach, picnic. They are so bright and pretty.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #22Dec 19, 2025
Best Air Purifiers Today: Buying Guide for people who are currently trying to find the RIGHT one for your home!
Hope this helped. If you guys have any concerns, feel free to let me know here.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #23Dec 7, 2025
What’s a purchase that’s not fun, not flashy but now you swear by it?
I have a V15 Dyson Animal Hair that’s been used daily in a 3 adult, 2 kid, 2 animal house for over 5 years and I just ordered my first replacement part. That thing is a monster and I love it so much. We moved to a bigger house and now have one on each floor. It’s some of the best money I’ve spent.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #24Dec 6, 2025
What’s a purchase that’s not fun, not flashy but now you swear by it?
My Dyson often clogs right at the J bend between the brush and collection tank, but it's easy to take it apart without tools and fish out the blockage. I bought a spare pair of filters and clean them both monthly and the thing still works like new ten years on. Whenever it stops working, it's invariably because someone sucked up a Lego or bit of twig and the pet hair just piled up around it until the motor heated up too much and switched itself off.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #25Dec 6, 2025
What’s a purchase that’s not fun, not flashy but now you swear by it?
If its just the green light, I have a Dyson and bought an after market light that recharges, and I do really love that bc it does show the dirt really well. Beware bc it also shows your floor flaws too.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #26Dec 6, 2025
What’s a purchase that’s not fun, not flashy but now you swear by it?
Same. We bought a Dyson bagless over 10 years ago and it's still going strong. I wash the filter regularly, and make sure to clean it out. Maybe longevity issues are due to a lack of preventative maintenance?
View on Redditopen_in_new - #27Dec 6, 2025
What’s a purchase that’s not fun, not flashy but now you swear by it?
I feel like my Dyson is from before the company started building towards obsolescence. I was gifted mine in 2014 and it was probably manufactured even earlier. I've had to repair two small plastic parts, clean it once or twice a year, and it's run like a dream. I hope I never have to replace it, but I know I'll be coming here to look for my next one at some point.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #28Dec 6, 2025
What’s a purchase that’s not fun, not flashy but now you swear by it?
I agree with this. I'd rather have a vacuum that i actually use but have to replace every five years over a vacuum that's so big and clunky that it stays in the closet 100% of the time, but at least I'll never have to buy a new one. Yeah, i get that my cordless dyson isn't BIFL, but i use it several times a day and my house stays clean.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #29Dec 6, 2025
What’s a purchase that’s not fun, not flashy but now you swear by it?
Cordless vacuum. Don't get me wrong, that Dyson aged like milk, but the moment it dies I buy a new one. Hopefully the next one will suck properly for more than a year.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #30Dec 6, 2025
What’s a purchase that’s not fun, not flashy but now you swear by it?
My dyson bagless is 15 yrs old and hasn't missed a beat. Dogs, cats, foster pets with long and short hair... Whole 9 yards. Maybe they got worse later, but the 2010 era version, tank. Bought one for my SOs mom in 2012. We've replaced the hose. Also runs perfectly still.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #31Dec 6, 2025
What’s a purchase that’s not fun, not flashy but now you swear by it?
We have both a Dyson and a Miele . Had the Miele coming up to 10 years now , it’s still going strong . But it does get tangled a lot. We have three cats , 2 of whom are long haired shedders. The Dyson was a bit of a game changer for the little tufts of fur they leave after they’ve been playing/mauling each other. It’s light and portable and easy to use for both me and my arthritic mother. The Miele is a big heavy stick vacuum that needs to be plugged in. The Dyson is a convenient light battery operated thing. It also helps give my mum agency and allow her to keep doing things. She never used the Miele in 10 years whereas now she uses to Dyson nearly every day. Both struggle with long cat hair , but the Miele moreso that needs to be cut free every few weeks with a razor. The Dyson tends to clog under the roller where it spins up. I think that’s just an expected thing when you have lots of carpets and lots of pets
View on Redditopen_in_new - #32Dec 6, 2025
What’s a purchase that’s not fun, not flashy but now you swear by it?
Dyson's are pos but it's hard to deny the convenience of cordless.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #33Dec 6, 2025
What’s a purchase that’s not fun, not flashy but now you swear by it?
I have had my Dyson v6 for 7 years now, hasn’t skipped a beat apart from the battery. Battery stopped holding as much charge around 3-4 years after purchase I got a drill battery adaptor for my Dyson from a local website Now I get approx 45 mins usage on Max suction. If you treat the device right, it will last…..
View on Redditopen_in_new - #34Dec 5, 2025
These are the most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (r/VacuumCleaners VS others) as of Jan 2025
I went with the [Dyson V15 Detect](https://www.reddit.com/user/Royeth_Ones/comments/1p7e2gv/what_are_the_best_cordless_vacuums_right_now_my/), super strong suction, great for both hard floors and carpets, and the laser dust reveal is surprisingly useful.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #35Dec 4, 2025
What’s a small upgrade you made that ended up being way more impactful than expected?
I got the Dyson stick, but I love it so much I want to marry it
View on Redditopen_in_new - #36Dec 3, 2025
Finally stopped buying cheap vacuums and invested in a better one, does it actually last?
My Dyson balls are 3 and 10 years old and work fine.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #37Dec 3, 2025
What long-lasting cleaning appliances are worth picking up?
I love my robo vac, but imo you can't go cheap. I bought one for about $350 2 years ago and it was great for a year. Now it gets lost all the time and doesn't connect to the app anymore, so it's lost a lot of features. I still use it and it's 11/10. But when I purchase the next one, I plan to go for a brand name. Like Dyson.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #38Dec 3, 2025
Finally stopped buying cheap vacuums and invested in a better one, does it actually last?
I got a factory reconditioned Dyson in 2012 and it will not die. I did have to replace the hose after 8 years. I did buy a Shark 3 years ago because the carpet is so deep in one room of the new house the Dyson couldn't handle it.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #39Dec 3, 2025
Finally stopped buying cheap vacuums and invested in a better one, does it actually last?
We also have a Dyson ball haven't had issues and have had it for 10 years so far
View on Redditopen_in_new - #40Dec 3, 2025
Finally stopped buying cheap vacuums and invested in a better one, does it actually last?
My dyson is great but I also have hardwood so its not as heavy use as people with all carpet. Not exactly BIFl but I also buy roombas second hand and clean/repair them. So I also have 4 roomba i3s that clean every day.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #41Dec 3, 2025
Finally stopped buying cheap vacuums and invested in a better one, does it actually last?
My Dyson ball turns 20 this year. Still sucking like it's supposed to.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #42Dec 3, 2025
Finally stopped buying cheap vacuums and invested in a better one, does it actually last?
I have a Dyson, but a while back I got a medium sized wet/dry shop vac from Home Depot with various attachments. It is truly fantastic, the filters are cheap and easily available, the suction is great, you can vacuum large objects, and if it ever breaks, it costs $100. I don't think there is much reason to ever get a big brand vacuum.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #43Dec 3, 2025
Finally stopped buying cheap vacuums and invested in a better one, does it actually last?
I have a dyson and a bissel. I bought them both at the same time. the dyson is better, but ... honestly I spend a lot of time cleaning and repairing both. the dyson recently had the turn-it-on switch fail, so I replaced that. I can see a lot of people throwing it out there. Really depends how handy you are.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #44Dec 3, 2025
Finally stopped buying cheap vacuums and invested in a better one, does it actually last?
I have a Dyson and a shark. I change out the filters and do a full cleaning of the vacuum every couple months. Maintenance matters. I just bought 6 pads and filters for my shark for $8. Makes a huge difference. I also have vacuflo central vac which uses a canister and vents to the outside. It is 25 years old and the suction is amazing.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #45Dec 3, 2025
Finally stopped buying cheap vacuums and invested in a better one, does it actually last?
My mom bought me a dyson 15 years ago. It's relegated to cat room duty nowadays, but still going strong. I just wash the filters every now and then and I've had to replace the hose once.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #46Dec 3, 2025
Finally stopped buying cheap vacuums and invested in a better one, does it actually last?
I don't get the Dyson hate at all. I love our Dyson, we've had it for over 5 years. Battery started crapping out last year so I replaced it for about $100 and it works like new again. We live in an apartment, if I had a large house I'd want a different vacuum, but this works great. Battery power is a huge game changer, and wall mount means we don't have to awkwardly dig it out of the closet all the time.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #47Dec 3, 2025
Finally stopped buying cheap vacuums and invested in a better one, does it actually last?
My Dyson upright is 17 years old now, only had to replace the belt in the power head. Still works as well as the day we got it.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #48Dec 3, 2025
Finally stopped buying cheap vacuums and invested in a better one, does it actually last?
I’ve also had great experiences with both Shark and Dyson. They aren’t BIFL but if they last 10 years or more that’s still good. I don’t get the hate.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #49Dec 3, 2025
Finally stopped buying cheap vacuums and invested in a better one, does it actually last?
I’ve had the same corded Dyson since around 2008 and I just recently replaced the cordless one, because the battery had degraded and with a sale it was like replace the battery for $120 or buy a newer model for $300. Batteries are often the limiting feature on cordless tools. There’s no way around it, so see what the options are for battery replacement. It looks like OPs specific model takes the other piece of longevity out of the equation with self cleaning filters.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #50Dec 3, 2025
Finally stopped buying cheap vacuums and invested in a better one, does it actually last?
Same. Me and my mom both have Dysons and have zero issues. One is 10 years old the other is 3. The newer one was less than $300 from costco and works just as well as the older one so far.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #51Dec 3, 2025
Finally stopped buying cheap vacuums and invested in a better one, does it actually last?
I have had my Dyson for over 10 years & still going strong. So much hate in this thread tho lol
View on Redditopen_in_new - #52Dec 2, 2025
which cord vacuum has this sub deemed the best?
I know Miele is very popular here and understandably so based on its durability. But I'll offer my story. We replaced a broken Dyson with Miele C1, used it for a few months, hated it awfully, resold it for half what we paid, and got another Dyson. The Dyson had better suction, WAY longer power cord, was more readily swapped between upright mode and hose/attachments mode multiple times per cleaning session, and it didn't swing around behind me like a little attack tank on what felt like a 2ft cord, constantly smacking into me or my furniture or rolling over onto its side. I think if we didn't have a split level home with many half-stairways I may have hated it less. Dyson has worse parts availability and is less durable, but our first one lasted us 15 years, and the second one is now neseing 5 years and works like new. Take it apart down to its components and clean it once in a while, and it will work perfectly for a long time.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #53Dec 2, 2025
which cord vacuum has this sub deemed the best?
I have a corded Dyson that’s 20 years old and still going strong. Would definitely buy again if I went back in time.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #54Dec 2, 2025
Recommend a durable vacuum cleaner
What will you primarily use it for? That changes my recommendation. Couches/light cleaning: Any decent handheld works (like Bissell, shark) Pet hair/heavy use: Look for something with >=500w, strong airflow and a tangle-resistant brush (Like Dyson V11/V15 series, Shark PowerDetect / Stratos) Mattresses: Specialized vacuum worth it (Jigoo J300 is good here) For long-term durability: Motor power matters most, but also look for washable/ replaceable HEPA filters, easy-to-service brush heads, and good heat management.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #55Dec 2, 2025
What have you used the most at home these two years?
We got a fellow coffee grinder (not the super expensive one, their mid-range one that is like $200) and at the time it seemed crazy to spend that to replace the 1970s spice grinder we had been using. We use it 2+ times a day every day, and it's so nice to use a nice piece of equipment, and it looks good too. I used to have a robot vaccum, but I found it so fussy to have to "pre clean" every time I ran it. Flip over the rug, pick up the dog toys, tidy the bedroom floor. And after all that, it still did kind of a half-ass job. I since got a Dyson with the green laser thing, and it's a miracle for dog hair on hard floors. I use it way more often than I ever ran the robo, because it's kind of fun to do.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #56Dec 1, 2025
What have you used the most at home these two years?
Dyson stick vacuum and Breville toaster oven
View on Redditopen_in_new - #57Dec 1, 2025
Recommend a durable vacuum cleaner
Nah man I actually disagree here - I've had my Dyson V8 for like 4 years and use it way more than my big vacuum because it's so convenient. Battery life is still solid and being able to just grab it for quick cleanups is a game changer. The corded one stays in the closet most of the time now lol
View on Redditopen_in_new - #58Nov 7, 2025
High quality efficient hair dryer?
Obviously a dyson if you have the budget. i use friend’s sometimes and i can tell nothing can compare. i also like the ella bella dryer it dries quick on medium heat which works for me since I've got fine hair that fries easy. I think it’s because it’s also ionic. leaving this link cuz i don’t think ppl know about this
View on Redditopen_in_new - #59Nov 6, 2025
Vacuum that won't conk out on me after 3 years
Just ordered a K3 to replace a 15 year old Dyson D18 upright that is no longer doing the job it used to.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #60Nov 5, 2025
Advice for first vacuum purchase in new apartment
Dyson ball. They last forever!
View on Redditopen_in_new - #61Nov 5, 2025
Advice for first vacuum purchase in new apartment
Dyson 👌
View on Redditopen_in_new - #62Nov 4, 2025
Recommendations for hand vacuums?
So I’ve tried a few over time and only the ones that double as an air duster + vacuum are actually practical. Cuz you can blow dust out of tight spaces and vacuum the tiny stuff without having to swap the attachments. This one for reference, also don't go for dyson n all, you'll only use em if your place is dusty af. A few tips: Check battery life and charge time. Dual filtration (HEPA + mesh) for allergies. for your car, make sure you get an extension hose or a narrow nozzle.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #63Nov 3, 2025
What’s a purchase that’s not fun, not flashy but now you swear by it?
Dyson cordless vacuum
View on Redditopen_in_new - #64Nov 2, 2025
How do you even find real product reviews anymore?
Yeah I've heard good things about Henry. I personally use Miele and have Dyson only for the wireless stick because stairs are awkward with a heavier wired Miele.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #65Nov 2, 2025
What’s a purchase that’s not fun, not flashy but now you swear by it?
I have a Dyson stick vac. It’s a different type of product. For floors. Yes you can remove the stick and put on a smaller attachment. But this sort of defeats the purpose of ease and convenience. Side holstered pistol vs rifle in your trunk.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #66Nov 2, 2025
What’s a purchase that’s not fun, not flashy but now you swear by it?
Dyson cordless stick vacuum. I’ll never go back
View on Redditopen_in_new - #67Nov 2, 2025
Any Vacuums that are convenient and have good suction?
Dyson V11 is the best bang for the buck you’ll get out of a stick vacuum. I have it and it works great. Use it on my car as well It’s as strong as the v15 without all the features.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #68Oct 10, 2025
Best Dyson Cordless Vacuum?
I have a Shark that feels worse than the Dyson. Performance is fine, but it feels more fragile and has had more issues with the design itself having some major oversights. I had a Dyson v10 that was ~8-9 years old that my ex took when she moved out. It was still running strong. I’d have preferred to keep that one. I know there’s debate about what BIFL means, but Shark and Dyson are either both BIFL or they’re both not. They’re too similar in quality. For me, the 8+ years on the Dyson was pretty good. Maybe not BIFL, but it wasn’t done yet.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #69Oct 9, 2025
Best Dyson Cordless Vacuum?
Which way is that? I tore down my 5 year old Dyson V10 a couple of weeks ago with just a couple of tools. After some well-deserved cleaning it works like the day I bought it
View on Redditopen_in_new - #70Oct 9, 2025
Best Dyson Cordless Vacuum?
I have the dyson v15 and its fantastic.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #71Oct 9, 2025
Best Dyson Cordless Vacuum?
Most people here will tell you to stay away from Dyson. Like everything else, everyone's experience is different. I have a Dyson Animal upright that's a decade old and still works like new. We've always had a stick vacuum for the convenience, but both Shark and Samsung models we had weren't even worth the convenience. We dropped the coin for a V15 and honestly it works even better than the upright. My only problem with the V15 is the battery is not removable, and of course anything with a battery is not going to be BIFL. But in my experience Dyson makes a great product. Bagged vacuums will definitely have better longevity odds but if I'm getting even 10 years out of a vacuum, that's good to me.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #72Oct 9, 2025
Best Dyson Cordless Vacuum?
So, I'm not sure where all of the Dyson gate is coming from, but I love ours. We bought it two years ago and it's still performing like it did on day one. Also: No annoying bags. No hoses that pinch you like an angry crab. (I hate you, Shark.) Super easy to clean filters, including the HEPA filter. It's also relatively light, easy to use/maneuver and is very multifunctional. I will say, however, that if you go cordless and have a space larger than 900 sq ft... you're going to need a second battery (unless they've improved on this over the years), or clean your space in shifts.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #73Oct 9, 2025
Best Dyson Cordless Vacuum?
I think think the V11 and above are where they start to be worthwhile. They aren't BIFL but they are really convenient for hardwood floors. As others have said you can get the battery adapters which extends the life . I will keep buying a new Dyson every 5 yrs or so just because it's so easy.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #74Oct 9, 2025
Best Dyson Cordless Vacuum?
I used to work for Dyson. I will swear by my V10. Clean the filter when needed, take care of it, this one has lasted me 5 years so far. It is the best vacuum I’ve owned, and this is after I quit the job. I’ve bought one for my mother, and recommended one for a friend.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #75Oct 9, 2025
Best Dyson Cordless Vacuum?
I have a Sebo, but a broom-replacement, battery operated vacuum is still extremely convenient. I have a knock-off Dyson that I've used and abused for several years and can't deny its value. Sometimes you don't want to lug around a heavy-ass vacuum with a cord.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #76Oct 9, 2025
Best Dyson Cordless Vacuum?
The only problem with cordless Dyson is you have to replace the battery periodically since it gets really worn after a couple years, but outside of that nothing else degraded, just needed some cleaning. I think I have the v8 but if I were buying now I would just go with what ever is most current as long as the battery can still be replaced at home. What I found personally and through reviews is the battery price is directly commensurate with battery strength and longevity, so you should go with the official battery. The cheapest batteries lie about their capacity and can die in a few months, while the more legit battery I found, and bought, which was priced right between the cheapest batteries and official one, ended up with a middle life span and power. Also, the official battery comes with a little installation manual so you don’t have search for instructions online and it comes with fresh screws and washers, which is very good because if you strip one of those screws taking it out you’ll turn your vacuum into trash. I think with cordless there are always some major trade offs you have to accept in comparison to corded vacuums. I hate having to deal with a cord so I accept the trade offs.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #77Oct 9, 2025
Best Dyson Cordless Vacuum?
I like my dyson V11 and V15, but they aren't exactly BIFL. While it might be technicaly possible to get some parts if something breaks, parts are often out of stock for months, and you might end up replacing most of the vacuum if what should be a minor part fails. E.g. most of the stick vas have a small plastic tab that keeps the dust bin attached when you're emptying it over a trash can. That tiny tab broke off of my V11, and the bin flys off if I'm not careful when emptying it. To "fix" the tab, you have to replace the whole "main body and cyclone" assembly, which is basically 90% of the vacuum and costs > $100. With that said, they do seem to pick up dirt pretty well in my experience on rugs and hardwoods, and they are light enough to easily maneuver and the battery lasts long enough to do our whole 1500 ft\^2 house. I also got mine refurbished so they were far less than retail price.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #78Oct 9, 2025
Best Dyson Cordless Vacuum?
From what heard, V15 is a big jump from previous models in terms of power. I have never had a problem with my Dysons. I don’t know where all the hates come from.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #79Oct 9, 2025
Best Dyson Cordless Vacuum?
I have had a V10 for 6 years now. I love it. It doesn't have the swappable batteries so that is a limiting factor. It works amazingly well otherwise. You are able to unscrew the battery and buy a Amazon battery and just swap them that way. They don't lock in place but the friction fit holds the battery in place. At this point the original battery doesn't last more than 5 minutes but the Amazon battery will last a while and only cost like $40.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #80Oct 8, 2025
Stick Vacuum Recs (Hardwood floors only)
I have the Dyson one with the laser light. It’s actually very handy with hardwood floors. Came with a ton of attachments and I’ve had zero problems with it for more than 4 years.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #81Oct 7, 2025
Best vacuum for pet hair on furniture?
I have used teh Dyson 11 Animal and I love it. It really works great for all surfaces but cleans up VERY welll on furniture.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #82Oct 7, 2025
Hair dryers? What should I be looking for?
[Dyson supersonic](https://www.amazon.com/Dyson-Supersonic-Nickel-Copper-Presentation/dp/B0B4T6RTZ2/) if you truly want the best but also the most expensive or you're on a tight budget [this Hot Tools dryer](https://www.amazon.com/TOOLS-Professional-Turbo-Ceramic-Lightweight/dp/B00EXDNJLM/) is a really good value imho.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #83Oct 6, 2025
Stick Vacuum Recs (Hardwood floors only)
Try the Dyson-V15 Detect Users consistently praise the laser head for its ability to reveal hidden dust and dirt on hardwood floors. I think this is around 349 usd - 744 usd depending on where you buy it and FWIW my mate and I recently did an analysis on reddit data on vacuum cleaners. Basically ranked them according to aggregated sentiment. Maybe you'll find the results helpful (Google RedditRecs) You can filter by type for stick vacuums and for comments about hardwood floors, and get a breakdown of what ppl have said about the most often recommended ones (disclaimer some links are affiliate they help fund the analyses)
View on Redditopen_in_new - #84Oct 6, 2025
Stick Vacuum Recs (Hardwood floors only)
This. I have a Milwaukee M18 8amp battery on my v6 Dyson and I usually have to empty my canister before a recharge.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #85Oct 6, 2025
Best vacuum for pet hair on furniture?
The Dyson V11 Animal is hands down the best vacuum for pet hair on furniture. It's constantly upvoted and recommended for pet owners, and it's easy to find on Amazon.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #86Oct 6, 2025
Stick Vacuum Recs (Hardwood floors only)
I found a couple of Dysons in the trash with a bad battery. Maybe a V6 and a V7. I replaced the battery on each with the ones from ifixit and they were fine. They have OK design from a usage viewpoint, but they all plasticky. Certain small failures can kill the machine due to inherent unrepairability and lack of parts support. So in summary, I can certainly recommend Dyson stick vacuums from the trash but I would never buy one new.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #87Oct 6, 2025
Stick Vacuum Recs (Hardwood floors only)
If you’re worried about the Dyson battery side there’s two options there. I’ve seen plenty of people say the knockoff batteries are better than the Dyson ones, so you could go that route when they get too bad. Or they make adapters for power tool batteries, so you can run your favorite color power tool batteries.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #88Oct 4, 2025
Best Vacuum for Pets
I also stick with my Dyson V8. It was recommended here on reddit already
View on Redditopen_in_new - #89Oct 3, 2025
The Best Air Purifier on the Market Now?
Dyson is also a good one .
View on Redditopen_in_new - #90Oct 2, 2025
Avoid Dyson fan/air purifiers
I’ve had good luck with their fans, not so much with the vacuums.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #91Oct 1, 2025
What’s something you’ve bought once and never had to replace?
Got my Dyson DC14 vacuum in 2004. Use it 1-3 times each week - still going strong.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #92Oct 1, 2025
The Best Air Purifier on the Market Now?
I tested Levoit and Dyson, both worked fine, but the ongoing filter changes added up in cost. What really made a difference for me was combining a purifier with Sensibo, which helps me keep better control over my indoor air by monitoring air quality and adjusting the purifier and AC automatically. I noticed fewer allergy flare-ups once I started using it this way.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #93Oct 1, 2025
Air purifier heating/cooling Combos suggestions
I tried the Dyson Hot+Cool purifier in a big living space and it was great for convenience since it handled heating, cooling, and air cleaning in one unit. The HEPA filter kept up with pet hair and dander from my dog, and I liked the auto mode so I didn’t have to think about it.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #94Sep 7, 2025
Handheld vacuum recommendation?
Dyson hand vacs are the best imo, but the black and decker bustbuster is a solid option if you're on a budget
View on Redditopen_in_new - #95Sep 7, 2025
Looking for a quality hand vacuum
Dyson hand vacs are the best imo, but the black and decker bustbuster is a solid option if you're on a budget
View on Redditopen_in_new - #96Sep 7, 2025
Subreddit decline in quality
I have a really good old model of Dyson and L let it go. That was a buy for life type of vacuum. Their new models are less performants
View on Redditopen_in_new - #97Sep 5, 2025
What's a purchase under $50 that has genuinely improved your daily routine?
Dyson blow dryer , jay manago huggable hangers , will dryer balls
View on Redditopen_in_new - #98Aug 7, 2025
[BIFL Request] Small apartment vacuum. Preferably able to hit carpet and bare floor, and be small, those are my only requirements.
I forgot the password to this account and haven't been on it in years and I was looking back on old posts and it's funny cause I did end up getting the Dyson, and I actually didn't have any complaints, eventually the battery wore out and I got a replacement but it worked really well for my old apartment. That being said, my mom got a Miele, the most basic model and when I clean at her place I love using it. It has so much suction that if you crank it up to the highest setting she can't even pick it up off the carpet lol. She didn't realize it wouldn't come with a rolling brush type attachment and bought a non manufacturer one that spins using suction since there's no power at the end of the hose but I never feel the need to use it. Her apartment is 2 bedroom 1.5 bath with a balcony it's much roomier but the vacuum is great and when the time comes I will probably go Miele.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #99Aug 5, 2025
What are some of the best products/brands you love splurging on?
I have had my dyson hairdryer for more than 8 years I think at this point, and honestly couldn’t fault it in any way.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #100Aug 3, 2025
What are some of the best products/brands you love splurging on?
Dyson hairdryer. Vitamix blender. Staub and All Clad pots. Stainless steel utensils. Not-a-paper towel. Swedish dish cloth. Stasher silicon bags to store food in freezer or as snacks. Pyrex glass food containers.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #101Aug 3, 2025
These are the most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (r/VacuumCleaners VS others) as of Jan 2025
If you’re leaning toward a Dyson..... [this one](https://corefiveseven.com/best-vacuums/) looked like the best pick to me. I’ve got a medium-sized house with a mix of floors.... and that laser that shows hidden dust is way more useful than I expected!!!!!
View on Redditopen_in_new - #102Aug 3, 2025
These are the most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (r/VacuumCleaners VS others) as of Jan 2025
If you’re leaning toward a Dyson..... [this one](https://corefiveseven.com/best-vacuums/) looked like the best pick to me. I’ve got a medium-sized house with a mix of floors.... and that laser that shows hidden dust is way more useful than I expected!!!!!
View on Redditopen_in_new - #103Aug 3, 2025
These are the most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (r/VacuumCleaners VS others) as of Jan 2025
If you’re leaning toward a Dyson..... [this one](https://corefiveseven.com/best-vacuums/) looked like the best pick to me. I’ve got a medium-sized house with a mix of floors.... and that laser that shows hidden dust is way more useful than I expected!!!!!
View on Redditopen_in_new - #104Aug 3, 2025
These are the most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (r/VacuumCleaners VS others) as of Jan 2025
If you’re leaning toward a Dyson.... [this one]() looked like the best pick to me. I’ve got a medium-sized house with a mix of floors..... and that laser that shows hidden dust is way more useful than I expected!!!!!!!
View on Redditopen_in_new - #105Aug 3, 2025
These are the most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (r/VacuumCleaners VS others) as of Jan 2025
If you’re leaning toward a Dyson... this one looked like the best pick to me. I’ve got a mix of hardwood and rugs in a small house..... and that laser that shows hidden dust is way more useful than I expected!!!!!!!
View on Redditopen_in_new - #106Aug 3, 2025
Looking for a stick vacuum like the one in the photo trusted models you’ve used for years?
Dyson is the only one that's lasted at my house.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #107Aug 3, 2025
What are some of the best products/brands you love splurging on?
Quality blender is up there for me too, I am a Blendtec guy but Blendec or Vitamix, either way, if you use a blender regularly it makes a huge difference. I also have the Dyson hair dryer, I got a deal on one of the refurbished models with a coupon, seemed like a ridiculous purchase but that thing is really good. Doubly ridiculous because I really only have a beard to blowdry but a damp neck is not a good thing if you didn't know. Since you mentioned Dyson - Their vacuums are pretty good but in the end I'm not a huge fan, I think bagless is inferior, but a great vacuum is a real convenience, not a fun one but it makes life easier. I recently bought a Sebo D4 and that thing is next-level. Zojirush water boiler/dispenser. I like electric kettles but in the USA with our 120VAC they're slow. The Zojirushi dispensers will hold water at 208º and they last forever. Older models had gaskets that required occasional replacement but they sell the parts, my current one with the double-wall design has been on pretty much for ten years straight except when I unplug it to go on vacation. Great convenience appliance for coffee and tea lovers, especially for someone who does a French press every morning. Great kitchen tools, knives, cookware, utensils. They're all just hunks of metal in the end so anything good quality is buy it for life. Apple electronics, although laptops, phones, etc. can't really be BIFL. Porsche car - Not necessarily the cheapest to keep for life but they claim 70% of the cars they've made are still on the road. Not brand-specific but decent home audio, especially a 5.1 or better surround setup for movie and TV. Even YouTube documentaries sound so much better, you get spoiled by great audio, I find even narration lacks impact and presence when I'm listening to a podcast through earbuds vs. watching on my surround system. And while audiophilia gets people spending ridiculous amounts of money with the proliferation of cheap consumer electronics the last few decades you don't have to spend much to get a way better experience. Bicycle stuff, but not really brand specific and I don't go as crazy as a lot of enthusiasts, but don't mind spending on good bikes, good gear and good accessories. Ekornes Stressless furniture - very comfortable to me, IMO even most expensive furniture isn't really comfortable or ergonomic, a lot of it is plush, superficially comfortable but not supportive and wrecks your neck and back if you spend a lot of time in it. Similarly, Herman Miller Aerons for office duty. Travelpro luggage - most of their lines aren't expensive enough to be a real splurge, but very nice and durable, way better than cheap luggage some of which seems to be single-use these days.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #108Aug 2, 2025
What are some of the best products/brands you love splurging on?
I have the Dyson hairdryer and I love it 🥰
View on Redditopen_in_new - #109Aug 2, 2025
Looking for a stick vacuum like the one in the photo trusted models you’ve used for years?
Dyson v6, replaced the battery after 6y, keeps working
View on Redditopen_in_new - #110Aug 2, 2025
Looking for a stick vacuum like the one in the photo trusted models you’ve used for years?
Mine, the suction gets bad when the attachment rollers get wrapped in hair or the canister is full. Still has strong suction after 5 years or so and it was a refurb one. I leave it on max suction permanently though. And I do change the filters...sometimes. Battery life kinda going...but the replacement is expensive. Stronger suction than my Mom's Tineco by far also. And I have used other people's Dyson's that were definitely broken or clogged and the suction was bad. Don't know what happened to theirs. No issues personally with mine. I have a small apartment so the canister size and battery is fine for me. Also the mini motorized brush is surprisingly powerful.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #111Aug 2, 2025
Looking for a stick vacuum like the one in the photo trusted models you’ve used for years?
This isn’t an issue with the Dyson v8
View on Redditopen_in_new - #112Aug 2, 2025
What products used to be well built back in the day but now are low quality?
My cheap Amazon vacuum from china works better than my cordless Dyson. 🥴 It's strictly my "couch vacuum" now to get dog hair off the cushions.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #113Aug 2, 2025
Looking for a stick vacuum like the one in the photo trusted models you’ve used for years?
Just to leave my experience, I bought a $250ish Tineco a few years ago (A11 Hero iirc) after everyone told me it was better than Dyson for cheaper. It was fine. I recently got a Dyson V11 at goodwill for crazy cheap since it needed a repair, fixed it in an hour. It's not comparable. At all. Not even remotely. The Dyson is so, so much better. Suction is INSANE, it gets my floors so much cleaner, the brush roll doesn't get a single hair on it, and the dirt chamber doesn't clog up like the Tineco did. Obviously Dyson is much more expensive but if you want BIFL, that's the closest you're gonna get... But no battery powered vacuum is BIFL.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #114Aug 1, 2025
Looking for a stick vacuum like the one in the photo trusted models you’ve used for years?
I really like the Dyson V series stick vacuum. I've had mine for 10 years and have been able to replace any worn out part inexpensively. It's not just hype. The vacuum is designed by an engineer who understands the right to repair.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #115Aug 1, 2025
Looking for a stick vacuum like the one in the photo trusted models you’ve used for years?
We have a Dyson v15 detect and that thing has transformed my entire family’s outlook on vacuuming. Everything fights over using it. It’s crazy.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #116Aug 1, 2025
Looking for a stick vacuum like the one in the photo trusted models you’ve used for years?
Dyson. I will never own another model, make or style of vacuum cleaners.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #117Jul 7, 2025
What purchase changed your habit?
I've never vaccuumed as much in my life as I have after getting a refurbished dyson animal 11 last year. Holy crap, it's honestly that easy. The outlet plug and bulky vaccuum actually were the reasons it felt like a huge pain instead of a quick lightweight clean.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #118Jul 3, 2025
These are the most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (r/VacuumCleaners VS others) as of Jan 2025
I’ve used both [Dyson V15 and Miele C3](https://www.reddit.com/r/VacuumHelp/comments/1ksxqo0/best_vacuum_cleaners_2025/). The Dyson V15 is amazing for quick daily cleanups, especially with the laser that shows hidden dust (we have hardwood + rugs). The Miele C3 Calima is quieter and better for deep cleaning hard floors, but struggles a bit on plush carpets. I keep the Dyson upstairs and the Miele for bigger weekend cleans.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #119Jul 3, 2025
Ever Bought Something That Quietly Changed You?
Dyson air wrap. A game changer for those with long hair. Shortens drying time, makes you look like you’ve gotten a blowout, and your hair maintains the style days later.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #120Jul 3, 2025
Ever Bought Something That Quietly Changed You?
As an anniversary gift, I bought Dyson Air wrap for my wife, 4 years back. Now, I am hooked to the device. Combing my hair without shampoo and conditioner is a big problem every morning. Now all I need is 5 minutes and I am camera ready for the craziness all day!
View on Redditopen_in_new - #121Jul 2, 2025
These are the most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (r/VacuumCleaners VS others) as of Jan 2025
I just bought a used Dyson V10 on craigslist and it's amazing! $50 for a $350 vacuum. A few pieces of the plastic are chipped but omg who cares, what a deal. Happy to see it on here as one of the top rated vacuums! 😌
View on Redditopen_in_new - #122Jul 1, 2025
What’s a purchase that’s not fun, not flashy—but now you swear by it?
I live in a place where we get seasonal air pollution that requires air purifiers. After too many that didn’t last or work well, we started getting Dyson ones for several rooms. Expensive but so worth it when the air quality is apocalyptic. Also, the filters last a long time and are easy to replace.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #123Jul 1, 2025
Name your top 5 BIFL items
> dyson blow dryer (worth every penny) Agree, and for those that want to spend a little less than the Dyson, I've had a Laifen for a couple of years and it's performed well and I'm happy with it.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #124Jul 1, 2025
Name your top 5 BIFL items
aeron chair, dyson blow dryer (worth every penny), chanel bag (will last a lifetime), that’s all i got this far
View on Redditopen_in_new - #125Jun 12, 2025
What are the Best Air Purifier in 2025?
Here's our list of the [10 best air purifiers](https://adapt.network/tech/best-air-purifiers/) in 2025. Hope it helps. 👍
View on Redditopen_in_new - #126Jun 12, 2025
What brand name is SUPERIOR to the knock-off?
anything Dyson has been wonderful! bonus for great customer service
View on Redditopen_in_new - #127Jun 11, 2025
Handheld vacuum recommendation?
Certified refurbished Dyson stick vacuums are great. You got a good discount on a great product that might have a small scratch on it.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #128Jun 11, 2025
Handheld vacuum recommendation?
I feel like the Dyson brand speaks for itself. I don’t have the Dyson vac but I do own multiple products by them and they have been thru thick and thin with me
View on Redditopen_in_new - #129Jun 11, 2025
Handheld vacuum recommendation?
Is the Dyson worth hundreds of dollars more? I have an upright Dyson animal from like over 15 years ago and it's still kicking ass. I know the internet says they're shit and don't last, but I could use a handheld and wonder if it's actually worth the extra money.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #130Jun 11, 2025
Handheld vacuum recommendation?
The dyson handheld vacuum is a beast. pretty damn expensive though
View on Redditopen_in_new - #131Jun 11, 2025
Handheld vacuum recommendation?
My shark mini vac is great but if you wanna spend a little more Dyson all the way
View on Redditopen_in_new - #132Jun 11, 2025
The best vacuum money can buy?
My Dyson Animal bought in 2005 (maybe 2006) is still kicking ass. No problems AT ALL. It weighs a ton, though, twenty pounds or close to it. It's getting retired to the downstairs (family room, laundry room) tomorrow when my Dyson V8 Animal cordless arrives. I'm twenty years older now and with my blown back I just can't wrangle that beloved old Animal any longer.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #133Jun 9, 2025
The best vacuum money can buy?
I have an upright Dyson that has lasted 18 years. Had to replace the mechanism to start/stop the beater brush about 6 years ago for $35. It’s been great and works like new.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #134Jun 8, 2025
The best vacuum money can buy?
Get a roborock and cordless Dyson
View on Redditopen_in_new - #135Jun 8, 2025
The best vacuum money can buy?
Dyson
View on Redditopen_in_new - #136Jun 6, 2025
BIFL Brands Making Surprisingly Solid Stick Vacs
My DC34 from 2014 is also still going strong ;)
View on Redditopen_in_new - #137Jun 6, 2025
You can fully disassemble and clean a Dyson stick vacuum
I’ve done this with my Dyson, as well as replacing the battery a few times. It’s a 2017 model and still going strong!
View on Redditopen_in_new - #138Jun 5, 2025
Companies with reliable “right to repair” products: can we compile a list?
i've replaced a bunch of parts on my Dyson. bought refurbished, paid way more than $30 but less than full price. 11 years and shows no sign of stopping. parts are still available, but sometimes have to wait for a restock.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #139Jun 5, 2025
These are the 25 most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (based on 1,821 users, in the past year) wdyt?
I have had the same Dyson V8 for about 8 years now and I'm still happy with it. We got it fixed once, which was free and super easy since we live near a service center. We also replaced the battery with an aftermarket one this year. I don't have anything to compare against but I'm perfectly happy with it.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #140Jun 5, 2025
These are the 25 most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (based on 1,821 users, in the past year) wdyt?
Yeah, we replaced the Dyson DC14 with a Sebo (the one at the top of this list, actually) because they were running a sale for their anniversary (the local sew/vac place, that is), they offered a trade-in even though they couldn't fix my old vacuum and my husband offered them cash in hand on the spot, so we got a pretty hefty discount on it (did not pay $1400 for sure). They also gave a 10 year warranty at their shop for free repairs on it. I wish my vacuum had made it to 20 years.. but it certainly did better (with only one belt repair) in the time we had it, which I guess is better than most people's experience.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #141Jun 5, 2025
These are the 25 most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (based on 1,821 users, in the past year) wdyt?
I agree with this list. I have a V15 detect and it is what I use 95% of the time. It is just so convenient to grab it off the charger and be cleaning up a mess 1 second later. However, I bought it expecting it to last 10 years, probably with a battery replacement along the way. If I were to own only 1 vacuum, the Miele cat&dog is what I would have bought based on reviews. Call me lazy, but I bet my house would be less clean if that was my only vacuum. Dragging it out, dealing with the hose and cord, getting an extension cord or moving the car if I want to use it outside are all small but annoying barriers to quick cleans. I can take my Dyson off the charger, suck up a little spill, even step outside and empty it into the trash by the time I'd have a corded vacuum ready to go. If you live in a small house or apartment, the battery Dysons can be your only vacuum, but I think for larger homes you still want a corded machine. For what it is worth, my other vacuum is a DC24 from 2004ish, and while I didn't expect it to last all that long either, it still works good as new. I replaced the hose once about 10 years ago after I tore it. I like how modular it is so it can be taken all apart and cleaned and parts can be replaced like Legos.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #142Jun 5, 2025
Companies with reliable “right to repair” products: can we compile a list?
I've got one of those Dyson Ball vacuums I got at a thrift store, everything on it is totally repairable at least in that generation. I don't buy things like that new, so I wouldn't know how their current gen products are, but if you're looking for a solid BIFL vacuum, I'd say that my little $30 thrift store Dyson is as good as you can get without upgrading to a wet/dry vac for home use.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #143Jun 5, 2025
These are the 25 most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (based on 1,821 users, in the past year) wdyt?
Probably fair to also give consideration to how you use it too. I’ve had a Dyson (V8 I think) for several years with no issues. That said, I use it lightly because I have house cleaners come every other week so I’m not thoroughly vacuuming the whole house with it regularly. And I don’t expect a lightweight battery powered anything to last forever. If I wanted a tank for heavier use I’d buy the Miele everyone loves or something comparable. For what it is, the Dyson is very good.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #144Jun 5, 2025
These are the 25 most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (based on 1,821 users, in the past year) wdyt?
I bought a refurb Dyson that lasted 5 years. It was around $300 CAD in 2019/2020 when I purchased it. Buy it *for life?.* No. Good product and good value for money, I would say yes.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #145Jun 5, 2025
These are the 25 most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (based on 1,821 users, in the past year) wdyt?
Yeah it seems mostly the case. Look at the tldr summary of the comments for the most popular V15 Detect and you'll see that the top issue is durability / build quality / breaking parts [https://redditrecs.com/vacuum-cleaner/model/dyson-v15-detect](https://redditrecs.com/vacuum-cleaner/model/dyson-v15-detect) (people really love the laser detect feature though) Of course there are some luckier guys whose dyson held up for years, but at least based on the aggregated data they're not the brand to trust for BIFL.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #146Jun 5, 2025
These are the 25 most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (based on 1,821 users, in the past year) wdyt?
I just don’t get the Miele. We inherited one. Yes powerful yes reliable but honestly an absolute pig of a thing to pull out lug about and use. We got a Dyson V8 5 years ago that we use everyday. Pure ease and simplicity and powerful enough which a nice rage of attachments. The Miele never got used again after getting the Dyson so we got rid of it.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #147Jun 5, 2025
These are the 25 most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (based on 1,821 users, in the past year) wdyt?
My first Dyson was from 2015 and lasted 6/7 years. I have one now too and it works great still. 🤷♂️ people on reddit hate on Dyson but it picks up my Husky’s fur so good, I’m paranoid of trying others. I have tried a few Shark vacuums and they never work as well.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #148Jun 5, 2025
These are the 25 most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (based on 1,821 users, in the past year) wdyt?
My parents lost me borrow a oreck bag Vacuum that's been in our family as, long as I can remember when I bought my house. A couple years ago I found a Dyson dc14 at a yard says for $20, replaced the clutch and it "worked" but never well, but I just properly cleaned the rollers of all the hair again, unclogged the small hose from the shroud to the ret of the unit, and it's sucking like a dream now. I've never pulled this much dust out of my rugs in my life and now I want to puke. Anyway, moral of the story is use what you have, and fix what breaks. Searching for used Dyson is a great option.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #149Jun 4, 2025
These are the 25 most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (based on 1,821 users, in the past year) wdyt?
I did an extensive amount of research looking for a good new vacuum. I explicitly wanted a cordless one and reddit could not *fathom* that I didn't want to plug it in in every room. It made my research surprisingly difficult. I wound up scoring a Dyson V12 Absolute on Goodwill.com for $80 with a broken trigger which I replaced for $10. It's incredible and I absolutely love it. It DESTROYS the other cordless vacuums I've used. Would a high end corded vacuum deep-clean my rugs better? Sure probably. But I'd never use it. My Dyson is convenient, easy, and super powerful. I can't recommend it enough.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #150Jun 4, 2025
These are the 25 most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (based on 1,821 users, in the past year) wdyt?
I own the old school yellow Dyson. Once a year, I disassemble, wash what I can remove, use a seatbelt cutter on the brush roll, and I have a new vacuum.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #151Jun 4, 2025
These are the 25 most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (based on 1,821 users, in the past year) wdyt?
If you look at the [comments breakdown (e.g. for the dyson v15)](https://redditrecs.com/vacuum-cleaner/model/dyson-v15-detect), you can kinda understand why its polarizing. On one hand its does really well especially for the weight and for a cordless and has actually useful features like the laser detection. But on the other hand its more susceptible to breaking / battery degrading and is less repairable. And its not cheap. So yeah it'll get raves, but also disses when it breaks.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #152Jun 4, 2025
What’s one thing you bought once and it’s still going strong years later?
Dyson vacuum. Purchase a refurbished model in 2009 for $200-ish. Still going strong.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #153Jun 3, 2025
A fan that makes great white noise
As someone who has slept with a fan next to my head since I can remember, no one can answer this for you unfortunately. The pitch of the noise will be different for everyone and movement of air will be personal preference. When my last fan died (12" Hawaiian breeze lasted damn near a decade), I researched for weeks and weeks, buying and trying/returning dozens of fans to find that right noise. I am currently a few years into using a 12" comfort zone fan on my night stand. I have five fans in the cut in case this one goes out and I start the process again. For example, I kept a vornado air circulating fan as backup, but it just didn't sound right to me. In my 36 years, I've gone through about 4 staple fans. In my experience, I can tell you that any standard 12" desk fan or something like a Honeywell turbo will probably get you a good five years minimum. I have never tried a Dyson, but you can sometimes see them on display at a best buy to get an idea of you would like to spend that money. A standard box fan also gives a very deep and strong white noise. I can go on for hours about this shit.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #154Jun 2, 2025
Hair dryers? What should I be looking for?
Well, this [Dyson Supersonic Nural](https://x.com/ohletsshop/status/1928781205157106141?s=46)is the best hair dryer I've ever owned. Yes, it's a bit pricey, but the results speak for themselves. I've experimented with various cheaper alternatives, and they just don't deliver the same performance. As someone with thick and wavy hair, I especially appreciate how it eliminates frizz, boosts shine, and helps my waves look their best, all while being surprisingly light to handle.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #155Jun 1, 2025
Christmas gift from MIL
This is what I asked for last year and I used to think I had a nice vacuum but wow was I wrong. I love my Dyson
View on Redditopen_in_new - #156Jun 1, 2025
Christmas gift from MIL
A decent Dyson vacuum. I got one as a wedding gift and I cannot express how much I love it. When it finally goes kaput, I'm going to have a funeral for it and give it a warrior's goodbye. I have two German Shepherds and this thing is life altering. I told my husband that it is now a household necessity and to plan accordingly.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #157May 11, 2025
What are some items under $500 you’ve made so far that changed your life?
Our Bissel Spotclean Pet Plus machine. We have two BC-mix pups who have sensitive stomachs and I am also very prone to spilling wine. That machine makes all those stains disappear without much effort and you’d never know anything was there in the first place. Love it. It was €199. Oh and our Dyson combination air filter and air conditioning unit! We love this thing and it works so well! Our house doesn’t smell like we have two dogs and all the cooking smells go away quickly too. It’s fabulous. It was €500.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #158May 11, 2025
What are some items under $500 you’ve made so far that changed your life?
My Dyson lasted, not for life, but 7 years and some of those years were college. It actually kept going but i didn’t take as good of care of it as i should have and finally got a new one. Well worth it imo.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #159May 11, 2025
What are some items under $500 you’ve made so far that changed your life?
Goals. I just moved into a hardwood and I have 2 cats and a dog, and technically allergic to cats so lol. Also dust & dust mites. I have a hepa filter and a shark vacuum, but im about to buy two brand new pieces of furniture so id like to keep them in great shape. Miele seems good for furniture and Dyson for hardwood?
View on Redditopen_in_new - #160May 11, 2025
What are some items under $500 you’ve made so far that changed your life?
I have a Miele for deep cleaning I use like once a week. A A Dyson stick that I use for quick clean up almost daily. And a robot vacuum that also has a mopping feature that I run while I’m out of the house. I sold vacuums when I was like 19-20 and have loved them since.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #161May 10, 2025
What are some items under $500 you’ve made so far that changed your life?
I bought a knock off brand head for my Dyson stick vacuum after the Dyson one failed. This new one is infinitely better and easily disassemble for repair. Cost like $60 aud
View on Redditopen_in_new - #162May 10, 2025
What are some items under $500 you’ve made so far that changed your life?
i went the opposite direction: i used to use a henry canister vacuum, but it was such a pain to lug around and deal with the cord that i never used it. i bought a dyson stick vacuum and actually use it quite often.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #163May 10, 2025
Brands you swear by that have Buy It For Life quality products
Dyson vacuums. I have a golden and anyone who has ever vacuumed after a golden will know how quickly it will die. Dysons are good because they can be pulled apart very easily to remove blockages or to replace specific parts. I’ve had the same one for almost a decade. I’ve had to unclog it dozens of times but it’s almost relaxing with how easy it is. Makes me feel like I’m fixing up a gun.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #164May 10, 2025
Brands you swear by that have Buy It For Life quality products
Dyson. They are repairable, ours is well over 10 years old. Properly cleaned and maintained it just….works.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #165May 7, 2025
Best Handheld Vacuum Cleaner for Pet Owners
Yep, same. I have just replaced the battery on my 5 year old V8 and it's perfect for litterbox cleanup, shedding season and small jobs. There's full battery replacement sets that also include new filters, worth a shot!! :)
View on Redditopen_in_new - #166May 7, 2025
Best Handheld Vacuum Cleaner for Pet Owners
my Dyson is... probably 10 or 11 years old. about 4 years ago, the battery stopped working. I bought a replacement battery at Dyson's website and put it in myself. Took a few minutes. Thing started working like it was new
View on Redditopen_in_new - #167May 7, 2025
What’s something you’ve had so long it feels like it’s legally part of your family
Aw I love my Dyson too but all my plastics have broken 🫤. It's got more clear JB weld holding it together than original plastic but it still outcleans any other vacuum I've tried to replace it with! Plus I really like the sound it makes during use, and it makes such nice vacuum lines. And it really pulls from the edges of the carpet right against the wall. Mines the DC65... I love that I can completely take every piece apart and sanitize it if needed. Well, used to be able to anyway, lol.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #168May 6, 2025
What’s something you’ve had so long it feels like it’s legally part of your family
We have a Cuisinart double Belgian waffle maker that we got at a yard sale for $30 back in 2010. It’s been a favorite and always a standby for breakfast. We had 2 of us then, now a 5 person family and that double function is amazing. I think small appliances sometimes have a tendency to move around if they’re reliable enough and a good unlock. Our Dyson vacuum, Jura coffee maker and others just haven’t had any unexpected issues.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #169May 6, 2025
What’s something you’ve had so long it feels like it’s legally part of your family
I have a hair brush from when I was 16 that I still use to this day. I’m 43. After that, I would say my Dyson. It’s been 13 years, 8 homes in 2 states and still in perfect condition. All I’ve needed to do is clean it after each use.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #170May 4, 2025
Are Refurbished Electronics a Smart Choice?
How weird. I use my phone so much I couldn’t consider buying it used or refurbed. The Dyson I use two or three hours a week though, got that on eBay refurbed from Dyson.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #171Apr 13, 2025
Do smart home items really work in long term?
I’ve had a house full of Homepods driving Philips Hue lights, sensors and smart plugs for 6 years, also homekit cameras and doorbell. None of the hardware has had a problem, nothing has broken at all. All the basic functions have been 100% reliable. I’ve sent all kinds of elaborate automations there has been some difficulty making my madcap plan work as expected but half of the time I had to learn something before I could get it to work as expected. Some more advanced functions have been a bit buggy. However, overall, it has been an extremely good experience. I have a lot of rooms where if it’s dark and I walk into the room the lights just come on. I’ve got a lot of scenes where I can do things like except the TV room up for watching, that one will set the lights correctly, turn the TV on, set the room temperature on a Dyson heater and load the app on the Apple TV for my media server. So I just say ‘siri sofa time’ I’m by the time I arrive in the room (often carrying my dinner), everything is ready to go. Another favourite is I’ve got a smart plug linked up to an electric blanket in my bed and it preheats the bed for me every night and turns on the projector in my bedroom and sets a few ambient lights on low when I enter the room at night so I can watch something before sleep (usually David Attenborough wildlife documentsries). It’s adding a lot of convenience and I doubt regret investing in it.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #172Apr 12, 2025
The REAL best air purifier - I HATE DUST!
Look for true HEPA filtration, and formaldehyde filtration. Dyson TP09 or HP09 are amazing, as is their BEAST the new Big+Quiet Formaldehyde purifier. These are very well made and designed purifiers with a true commitment to air quality. Some of these purifiers end up making things worse.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #173Apr 12, 2025
The REAL best air purifier - I HATE DUST!
I love my Dyson T2
View on Redditopen_in_new - #174Apr 10, 2025
Vacuum INVESTMENT with warranty
I’m seriously considering this and I never thought I’d say that. My uncle who’s pretty wealthy got a Dyson years ago and LOVES it. It sounds like it’s similar to what you have. I mentioned Miele and Sebo to him and he said get the Dyson. Is yours the V8 one?
View on Redditopen_in_new - #175Apr 9, 2025
Items that made your life so much easier/saved time?
I got a Dyson. The one with the green laser that shows you dust.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #176Apr 3, 2025
Unpopular Opinion: “Researching Before Buying” as an Excuse for Overthinking
It’s worth the wait. Forgot what Turbo Dyson Shark monster we have; it can straighten curly hair. It’s insane.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #177Apr 3, 2025
I’ve always been a Makita guy without knowing anything about the corporate side. My tools always just felt more solid and durable than coworkers’ Dewalt or Milwaukee. Then I saw this in r/construction.
I'm on the Makita train. Here's a tip. You can buy an adaptor for the Dyson V8 vacuum that accepts 18V Makita (or other brands) batteries making it a nearly BIFL Vacuum.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #178Apr 2, 2025
Vaccuum For A Broke College Student
Not sure what you consider “budget” but I splurged and spent $250 a few years ago on a Dyson animal that was refurbished through eBay. I’ve had it for nearly 9 years now and I think it was 2 years old when I got it. That thing is amazing and has been the greatest investment I made.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #179Apr 1, 2025
What to buy for upkeep of house as a 22M?
My Dyson vacuum the bed pretty quickly, have two cats. There are certainly better options than what I have, but I have a shark plug into the wall, vacuum and the difference it made in comparison my shark to my Dyson was crazy
View on Redditopen_in_new - #180Apr 1, 2025
What to buy for upkeep of house as a 22M?
Duct tape, basic tool set (screwdrivers, hammer, nails, etc.) wd40 (so many uses, help to loosen things, address creaky hinges, etc.), plunger, and a bucket (catch leaks, carry soil, flush toilet if power out etc.) I invested in a dyson vacuum year ago, and it's been great. You can also buy and replace parts on their site, so I feel like it was truly worth saving up. I also LOVE my hepa air purifier. It personally helps with my allergies so much, but also, if you're near wildfires, or have a dusty prone room, I would highly highly consider one. Also I'm a bidet convert, I got a basic $40 one, and my TP consumption is down and it's so game changing!
View on Redditopen_in_new - #181Apr 1, 2025
What to buy for upkeep of house as a 22M?
Dyson vacuum. With a cat? Yeah…save and spend on that.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #182Apr 1, 2025
What to buy for upkeep of house as a 22M?
Buy a high quality vacuum for cat box area. We got a Dyson handheld one and it has lasted a very long time. High quality sheets and towels can last a really long time if you take care of them. Garnet Hill has some good towels. Just avoid Target/TJ Max/Home Goods. Those products just fall apart or fade so easily. Get referrals for a cleaning person to do a deep clean every once in a while. I was always too frugal to pay someone but I was also total shit at cleaning a bathtub. Soap scum is hard AF to remove from shower doors/grout and ovens are disgusting. A good cleaning person can handle all that for like $100. Do that a few times a year and it makes cleaning in between so much easier.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #183Mar 10, 2025
What's the best hair dryer?
Same! I’ve had my Dyson for almost 5 years and it’s still as good as new for me.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #184Mar 9, 2025
Best vacuum for pet hair?
dyson v8 with a PowerTool battery mod is the best all-around solution I've found (for the price)
View on Redditopen_in_new - #185Mar 9, 2025
Best vacuum for pet hair?
Ive had my dyson almost 20 years now with no problems.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #186Mar 8, 2025
Best vacuum for pet hair?
Same. My Dyson is on year 12 with zero issues.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #187Mar 8, 2025
Best vacuum for pet hair?
Eh I've had a dyson ball animal hair vacuum for 10 years and zero complaints. I had to take it apart and clean the internal filter once.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #188Mar 8, 2025
Best vacuum for pet hair?
I have a Dyson V11 Animal and I love it. We have two cats and it really does the job. Bonus suggestion: a couple years ago I bought this thing called a Analan Mini Pet Hair Remover. It's a must-have. No matter what vacuum you choose, it won't get everything. This little tool is perfect for furniture and blankets.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #189Mar 6, 2025
Best vacuum cleaner for dog hair?
I ended up going with the stick Dyson v8.... it definitely is convenient for every day, and it was what I had before.... but the canister fills up fast, so I wonder if I should've gone with one of the larger cannister roll around ones. I think that if we got a robot vacuum on top of the stick we would be perfect... but generally we have a vacuum, and it works lol
View on Redditopen_in_new - #190Mar 2, 2025
What used to be buy it for life but is now more questionable?
You have to buy the more expensive ones. Purchased a few cheaper Dyson sticks for gifts, complete garbage. Purchased the $1k Dyson outsize animal stick for my house, still going strong 7 years later, and I have a Saint Bernard dog. Also just shelled out $500 for the animal upright.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #191Mar 1, 2025
Vacuum at my 90yo grandmother's house. "Works better than all the newer crap" - her quote.
Someone got us a Dyson as an engagement gift maybe 8 years ago? I’ve never been anything but let down by it. When we moved into our home the woman before us left behind a bunch of things, including a very old vacuum. My wife wanted to toss it because Dyson, but I left it in the garage because the Dyson is garbage. Thank god, because over the years now the Dyson has been relegated to the garage and that old reliable one has been a workhorse for cleaning up after two toddlers
View on Redditopen_in_new - #192Feb 9, 2025
BIFL Request: vacuum
I have a Dyson I got off of woot! in like 2011. It's been a beast. It's one of the 'All Floors' models. I have replaced a couple of the hoses over the years (after first dealing with them ducktaped together...), but otherwise, it's been great. Maybe cost me $30 in a couple of hoses. I think I paid like $150. It's been WELL worth it!! :)
View on Redditopen_in_new - #193Feb 9, 2025
What brands do you trust to always deliver a high quality product?
Had a Dyson V7 for over 10 years. Needed an extra vacuum to deal with 3 golden retrievers so ordered a Dyson V7. Im surprised with the improved filter and build quality, its been almost 2 years and going strong. Sure their top model are over 1K but the entry level for $179 was a steal.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #194Feb 8, 2025
Best air purifier/filter?
A good option would be to look for one with a HEPA filter, as these are specifically designed to trap fine particles like dust. For an entire household, models like the Coway AP-1512HH or the Levoit Core 400S are popular for their efficiency and quiet operation. If you’re focusing on a specific room, a smaller unit like the Dyson Pure Cool can work well without taking up too much space. Make sure the purifier you choose has a CADR (Clean Air Delivery Rate) rating that matches your room size for the best results...
View on Redditopen_in_new - #195Feb 7, 2025
Vacuum for home use - pls recommend
We have a Dyson outsize. No complaints. We also have a smaller Dyson cordless (V7 maybe) that we just replaced the battery on and it’s still working like new again. Probably close to 10 years old
View on Redditopen_in_new - #196Feb 7, 2025
Vacuum for home use - pls recommend
We have a Dyson upright from 2008. It's on it's second labrador and still going strong.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #197Feb 7, 2025
What are the Best Air Purifier in 2025?
I have a large BlueAir and also a Dyson heater/fan/purifier and I’m happy with both. The BlueAir runs 24/7 and keeps my basement smelling fresh while being nearly silent
View on Redditopen_in_new - #198Feb 4, 2025
What’s one product you bought that has lasted forever and was totally worth it?
Mine is from 2006 and the only thing I’ve had to do is change the belt in 2016, and they told me where to go and they paid for it. We do have a circa 2021 cordless Dyson and it hasn’t gone kaput, but it is SO light, plasticky, and cheap feeling. OG Dyson is the GOAT
View on Redditopen_in_new - #199Feb 3, 2025
What’s one product you bought that has lasted forever and was totally worth it?
I've never understood the Dyson hate. I have two, the first one from 2004- still going strong. I have always had at least 2 sometimes 3 dogs during this time too
View on Redditopen_in_new - #200Feb 3, 2025
What’s one product you bought that has lasted forever and was totally worth it?
Dyson fans - I have 1 tall fan (only does traditional fan), 2 short chubby fan/heaters, and 1 smaller fan/heater (a few years newer). All have filters. 2 of them have been running almost 24/7 for about 6 years. 1 of them has ran probably 40 hours a week for about 5 years. The last (newer one) I use probably 8-10 hours per day 3-5 days per week, and have been doing so for 3+ years. I also have an old school Dyson animal ball vacuum that I bought in 2010. I gave it to my son a few years ago for his first apt and it still works great. All of them work great and they are amazing fans if you maintain them and change the filters.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #201Feb 3, 2025
What’s one product you bought that has lasted forever and was totally worth it?
I was so confused when I started hearing people talk about how shit Dyson is. My mom is still using the Dyson we used all throughout my childhood and it’s still going strong - I’m 32 and don’t even remember time before that Dyson. I thought they were considered gold standard, but apparently no more.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #202Feb 2, 2025
What’s one product you bought that has lasted forever and was totally worth it?
This. I have a Dyson DC14 that I bought new in 2004. Still going strong. Also a retro metal Vornado stand fan that's been running nonstop for 10 years.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #203Feb 2, 2025
What’s one product you bought that has lasted forever and was totally worth it?
Yes! I have a Dyson DC07 that was bought in 2008ish. Sent it to the shop once for an inexpensive repair. It’s still going strong!
View on Redditopen_in_new - #204Feb 2, 2025
What’s one product you bought that has lasted forever and was totally worth it?
I have a Dyson I bought when my 18 year old son was born that still works. The new Dyson's are not near the quality of the older ones. I have a 40" Magnavox TV that is 14 years old paired to a Roku 3 from 2013 and we watch it every day. It is our only TV and still works great.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #205Feb 2, 2025
What’s one product you bought that has lasted forever and was totally worth it?
My Dyson from 2006 is still kicking. It’s kind of rough but still works!
View on Redditopen_in_new - #206Feb 2, 2025
Which Miele hoover is best for pets?
We have the Miele Blizzard CX1 Electro Bagless, which does a great job on a home with an always-shedding Pug who has a Corgi as a bestie who comes for play dates. Love the bagless! After many years with my old Miele, this was a great upgrade! We also have a Dyson V11 hanging on the charger in the kitchen for quick pickups that does a great job hitting the wood floors, low-pile rugs and upholstery (with attachments) that’s really effective, too.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #207Feb 1, 2025
What’s one item you bought that has lasted for YEARS and was worth every penny?
Any Dyson product. Expensive, but my vacuum, vacuum stick and deluxe air filter & heater have been great . Original vacuum over 10 years old and as good as new. Each was over $500 but fingers crossed they last forever.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #208Jan 10, 2025
These are the most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (r/VacuumCleaners VS others) as of Jan 2025
Literally buy it for life. Sweeping is an everyday job and with the Dyson, we vac the hard floor everyday for a few mins and get on with life. Worth the $2xx after rewards.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #209Jan 10, 2025
These are the most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (r/VacuumCleaners VS others) as of Jan 2025
I have a Dyson cordless Animal and it’s perfect for me. I also have a really nice almost new Kirby ($800+ price tag) I picked up for $10 at a garage sale because the people didn’t understand you could replace the belts for a couple dollars. I use the Dyson all the time because it’s so much easier and less mental commitment for my ADHD brain to pick up and use a cordless vacuum whenever I need it. I can vacuum for three seconds and put it back before I get distracted. Easily worth the money because now I actually vacuum as opposed to getting stressed out about the whole process of plugging in, lifting, storing the giant Kirby and not vacuuming at all in the end.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #210Jan 10, 2025
These are the most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (r/VacuumCleaners VS others) as of Jan 2025
I’ve been replacing the battery in our long Dyson vacuum. We’ve had it for over a decade and it’s still going strong. Dyson stopped making batteries for it, so I have to buy them from amazon
View on Redditopen_in_new - #211Jan 10, 2025
These are the most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (r/VacuumCleaners VS others) as of Jan 2025
I bought the Dyson v8 7 years ago and just recently had the replace the battery, which was super easy. If it craps out in a few years I’ll be buying another Dyson. No doubt about it.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #212Jan 10, 2025
These are the most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (r/VacuumCleaners VS others) as of Jan 2025
The dyson is great! We had to swap over to a Milwaukee M18 battery after the original failed though!
View on Redditopen_in_new - #213Jan 10, 2025
These are the most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (r/VacuumCleaners VS others) as of Jan 2025
Which, in my opinion, Dysons are. The batteries can be replaced, or modded to accept tool batteries, they do not require filters, they’re easily repairable, and they’re incredibly convenient to use, which encourages regular vacuuming, leading to a cleaner home. People talk a lot about socks here, and those don’t last five years. Dysons are solid for at least a decade. Our Meile is pushing 20, but my mom has probably spent thousands on bags, and she’s had to repair the elbow mechanism more than once. I think it’s more than appropriate to discuss quality items here, even if they won’t last two generations. If we only talked about things that lasted that long, our sub would be full of hand tools and leather goods. I think it’s pretty widely accepted here that this sub has evolved into a sub where we seek out the highest quality entries for any product category.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #214Jan 9, 2025
These are the most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (r/VacuumCleaners VS others) as of Jan 2025
Seem's about right. Though it's funny to see a cordless vac from Dyson in second place. It's so good that BIFL isn't enough of a motivating factor to not buy it. God does the competition suck in comparison.. The only problem with Dyson today (as well as Zojirushi.. the pieces of shit...) is they're purposefully gutting customer service, and the most important spare parts are not being offered practically speaking (honestly I think there is grounds for a class action on this latter portion).
View on Redditopen_in_new - #215Jan 9, 2025
These are the most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (r/VacuumCleaners VS others) as of Jan 2025
YMMV, but I have had a Dyson Animal, the non-upright one... since 2009. Its still kicking and we have had a smaller sheddy dog, and now two larger less sheddy dogs (pit bulls). It still works great. It. looks like the upright version is #12 on this list. I don't think that was even available when we bought ours, but either way I think Dyson can be good. I personally prefer the canister too. No worrying about having to mess around with bags or find replacement ones.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #216Jan 9, 2025
These are the most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (r/VacuumCleaners VS others) as of Jan 2025
I have had the Dyson V8 Animal for over 5 years and I love it. I replaced the battery with an aftermarket one when the original’s battery life went way down. Works like brand new again. That said, I won’t buy a new Dyson again unless something major changes with the company. It seems their customer service has completely tanked in the past couple years. If I’m paying a premium for a product then I need to know I can communicate with the company and get support if I have any issues with it.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #217Jan 9, 2025
These are the most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (r/VacuumCleaners VS others) as of Jan 2025
some areas of WDW resort custodial use the Dyson V15's and I gotta be honest, theyre the only ones that have lasted months instead of mere days like other brands. They are worked HAAAARD and they still work great. Every other brand thats been put in our hands has broken in a few days or couple of weeks, so the company splurged for the good ones and they have probably already paid for themselves.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #218Jan 9, 2025
These are the most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (r/VacuumCleaners VS others) as of Jan 2025
Mine runs much longer and stronger than it did when new. [https://www.reddit.com/r/KobaltTools/comments/1ems2ky/anybody\_else\_upgrade\_their\_dyson\_vac\_to\_cobalt/](https://www.reddit.com/r/KobaltTools/comments/1ems2ky/anybody_else_upgrade_their_dyson_vac_to_cobalt/)
View on Redditopen_in_new - #219Jan 9, 2025
These are the most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (r/VacuumCleaners VS others) as of Jan 2025
Dyson starts your warranty from when you register it so don't register it until it breaks, free battery
View on Redditopen_in_new - #220Jan 9, 2025
The Best Air Purifiers?
I also like my Dyson at work but realize those are usually more costly
View on Redditopen_in_new - #221Jan 9, 2025
These are the most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (r/VacuumCleaners VS others) as of Jan 2025
You can also buy replacement batteries on Amazon for about $20. I bought a “broken” Dyson off FB Marketplace for $30 and an Amazon knockoff replacement battery for about $20 that also came with replacement filters. It’s been going strong for 3 years now and gets used daily.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #222Jan 9, 2025
The Best Air Purifiers?
I use (and recommend) Coway, Winix, and Dyson.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #223Jan 9, 2025
These are the most recommended vacuum cleaners on Reddit (r/VacuumCleaners VS others) as of Jan 2025
I’ve had a Dyson v8 for 5 years and it still works great which seems impressive for a stick vacuum. I also have a near decade old shark navigator that still works like the day I bought it. Now if I could just find a robot vacuum that lasts better than the POS roomba I have.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #224Jan 9, 2025
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I own a Dyson v15 with the green laser - #2 on that list. (I have Tile floors). It is soooo good. Even compared to other top rated Dysons. Worth every penny.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #225Jan 9, 2025
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people only hate them because they're poor. sorry but not sorry. sure Miele is better, but Dyson is excellent and I can go to target, Best Buy, probably even Walmart nowadays to get one.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #226Jan 9, 2025
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I had many vacuums in decades. Older vacuums were better built than modern vacuums on average. My mother still uses a vacuum bought in the 90s' and it's great. But it has a bag that I hate as you will 100% be covered in dust trying to clean it. I tried different vacuums and eventually ended up with V15 Dyson and I will mirror some others. It's awesome. It collects dog fur really well, you can see dust on the floor as you use it. I have 2 accumulators for it, but 1 is typically enough as we mainly have hardwood. It works very well with both carpets and sofas (I compared with my older corded vacuum that has crazy suction power). And I do understand that cordless has a downside of accumulators eventually dying out, but not having to carry the god damn cord and base around is something I prefer to live without.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #227Jan 9, 2025
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Yes, many in google. You remove 2-3 screws pull out the battery, and swap in a cradle for the power tool batteries and then replace the screws. Maybe 5 minutes total. Changing the batteries on Dyson handhelds are just ridiculously easy and anyone who harps about them Not being bifl because it has a battery is just misinformed. Almost all of their parts can be easily sourced, and if not plenty of vacuum shops (around me) service them.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #228Jan 9, 2025
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I do really like my Dyson V8 that I bought not too long ago. It’s a joy to use and I actually don’t mind vacuuming now.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #229Jan 9, 2025
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I grew up using a miele, and those are the right choice for professionals. For at home, nothing compares with a Dyson. They’re incredible.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #230Jan 9, 2025
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I’m sorry, the cordless Dyson isn’t that great for carpet/rugs so I wouldn’t rank it that high. The attachments are excellent for their specific uses like couch/mattress, the nozzle for corners but I have the old school Dyson Ball vacuum cleaner and it’s sooo much better for rugs. Vacuum’s with cords for the win!
View on Redditopen_in_new - #231Jan 9, 2025
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> The anti-Dyson sentiment in places like a vacuum sub always feels like sock puppets shooting them down to promote their own brand or people just being opposed to what is popular. This and "enthusiests" in any given segment will be willing to give up convenience and performance. They always miss the entire point of a dyson, which is completely convenience. I don't want to lug around a bagged vacuum, I don't want to have to plug it in, dyson retains the build & performance but makes it cordless and quiet.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #232Jan 9, 2025
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I bought a Dyson cordless vacuum in 2019, so far no issues but then again it’s only been going on 6 years. But I’ve been spoiled by cordless vacuuming, especially since my house was built in the 20s and has few options for outlets.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #233Jan 9, 2025
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I know vacuum fans/experts hate Dyson, but my Dyson has been working great and it actually makes me want go vacuum. I don’t like dragging a cord around. It’s easy to use, my kids can use it too, they love it and take turn to do it.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #234Jan 9, 2025
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Dysons are just an absolute pleasure to use. They're durable as hell too - yeah repair shops probably see a lot of them because they sell a billion of them. The anti-Dyson sentiment in places like a vacuum sub always feels like sock puppets shooting them down to promote their own brand or people just being opposed to what is popular. There's a good reason why they've remained such a popular brand for so many years.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #235Jan 9, 2025
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I'm sure most people are fine with just the Dyson for whole house vacuuming. I'd hate to go back to working around the cord and lugging the cannister around while vacuuming my entire house.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #236Jan 9, 2025
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Yeah, if one can afford it, it totally makes sense for homeowners to have a Dyson that lives in the garage and can be grabbed for quick jobs, and a Miele (or similar) for whole house vacuuming.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #237Jan 9, 2025
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It's very lightweight and extremely powerful for its size with good run time. We live in a large old house with 3 kids and a pet. I have a 15 year old Miele which is fantastic, but I'll be damned if I'm going to drag that thing up and down three floors regularly. Our Dyson V6 is 8+ years old and still going strong. It does 90% of the vacuuming because it can be easily picked up to spot clean a specific area and does a good job of it. Yes, it requires a bit more maintenance (cleaning) than the Miele, but it also doesn't require bags that are several dollars each, and again, most importantly, makes vacuuming a LOT easier.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #238Jan 9, 2025
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Yes, being cordless and effective for what I need. They have HEPA filters, at least mine does. The no bag is a feature for some of us not a defect. It's all a tradeoff. For some the tradeoff for cordless, no bags, good suction, etal means we vacuum more than we otherwise would. I dont make a mess emptying it vs making a mess swapping bags - cause I overfill it. That's a me thing but it's a consistent me thing and I dont have to worry about it with the Dyson. I never would have thought I'd defend a near $1,000 cordless vacuum but I got one as a gift and will never buy anything different now.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #239Jan 9, 2025
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Not to much to explain. Did it with my old Dyson stick and adapts to DeWalt 20V batteries with [this.](https://a.co/d/ckFcNGt)
View on Redditopen_in_new - #240Jan 9, 2025
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I just got a new V8 Dyson yesterday and it’s great. I have a 3 story town house and a cord would be a massive PITA, none of the floors are big so it doesn’t take long to vacuum but cordless makes it so much easier to just zoom to the next room.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #241Jan 9, 2025
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Just search eBay or Amazon or whatever for “dyson v8 battery adapter dewalt” or whichever vacuum and brand of power tool you have. The basic idea of how it works is in the listing, but it’s dead easy to take out the old battery and put in the adapter. Three screws, that’s it.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #242Jan 9, 2025
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I’ve had my Dyson v8 since 2016. Bought an additional refurb v8 in 2019 as a second vacuum. I’ve only had to replace the batteries once each. These things keep on trucking still. Can’t complain.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #243Jan 9, 2025
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The Dyson V11 has done our family great the past few years!
View on Redditopen_in_new - #244Jan 9, 2025
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Difference is that Dyson is good, very good, but overpriced.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #245Jan 9, 2025
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I have a Dyson upright pet because everyone else in my family does and we all love it. No one's had a single problem, and it sucks the everliving hell out of pet hair-filled carpets. Think the first one of us to get it has had it 10 years, some almost as long. Mine's a refurb I got 5 years ago and it's not going anywhere anytime soon.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #246Jan 9, 2025
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I have Miele C1 and Dyson V15. We use Miele when more suction is needed and Dyson for light duty tasks
View on Redditopen_in_new - #247Jan 9, 2025
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I know this topic comes up often and it's always said that a cordless vacuum isn't BIFL. But damn if the Dyson V15 isn't life changing for me. I actually *like* vacuuming now. Lugging the cannister and cord around of my old vacuum room to room was such a chore. It's just so much easier and I like their little gimmick of showing how much dirt it's captured. Granted I've never tried a Miele before, but I only have hardwood floors and a few spot rugs so I don't think I'd never the extra power or whatever else advantages it brings. Especially at the expense of lugging the cannister around with me.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #248Jan 8, 2025
My 8-year-old Montbell super heavyweight merino wool socks
Dyson makes good vacuums. If buying corded, consider a Miele. I'd also recommend some of the newer automated vacuums. Neato is good.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #249Jan 5, 2025
Dyson Products for the win!
after years of researching, i finally settled on a Dyson V15 for our 1000sf wood floor home. we’ve got cats and lots of rugs, so just needed something for easy rug cleaning once a month or so. though the wood floor attachment has been a game-changer, and the laser “Detect” light honestly makes vacuuming *fun,* being able to see the stark difference after making a pass on the floor. yes, batteries will die. (we only use it on the Auto mode) yes, the plastic feels like it’s going to break. but beside the limited sf / use, i finally settled on a cordless Dyson because that is their area of expertise. they have been making cordless sticks for 15 years, with a huge community of users who have figured out how to keep them alive and working (like battery adapters, so i can use the batteries from my power tool system), not to mention Dyson selling parts and replacements. i looked at Miele for a while, but they only introduced a cordless stick in 2020! yes, there is no beating a corded, bagged vacuum in most all measurements. but that would be *way* too much machine for our needs. as is discussed here often, understanding your own use case is primary. everyone doesn’t need *the best,* they need the best for their circumstance.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #250Jan 5, 2025
Dyson Products for the win!
People will bitch, but they are super easy to repair and their parts are readily available online. “BuT tHeY ArE BaTtErY PowErEd AnD BaTtErIeS rUn OuT” yeah, they are and they do and a new battery can be installed with 2 screws and 5 mins. I have a Dyson handheld that must be 15 years old now, it has to be one of the first ones made. Works like a champ.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #251Jan 3, 2025
whats a cheap reliable vacuum cleaner?
https://www.dyson.com/outlet
View on Redditopen_in_new - #252Jan 3, 2025
whats a cheap reliable vacuum cleaner?
I bought our Dyson V8 cordless about 8 years ago. It has been great. Drywall dust from renovations seems very tough on it but that is just a cheap filter change and good to go. Battery is still decent
View on Redditopen_in_new - #253Jan 3, 2025
whats a cheap reliable vacuum cleaner?
Buy a low-end Dyson. I bought mine on sale for $200. It's my 3rd one in 25 years. I destroyed my last one in a flour incident (I could probably clean it and still use it, but the cleanup process already took several weeks. Yes, several WEEKS!!!) and it was easier on my mental health to buy a new one. My first Dyson lasted 15 years before needing replaced.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #254Jan 2, 2025
Recommendations on Cordless Vacuum
Disagree, I've had a Dyson V12 for a few years now and have found it excellent as a primary vacuum. Had the V7 for a couple of years before that and whilst not as good as a V12 it sufficed as a primary vacuum. I've got a top of the range Karcher as a wet/dry wokshop vacuum for things that you'd never use a household Miele for, and I don't think I've ever found the need to use it because the V12 didn't cut it in the house. Not saying you're wrong, experiences and opinions differ, but I have the option of a super powerful corded vacuum, and I only use the V12 in the house.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #255Jan 1, 2025
After weeks of research I’ve finally settled on a vacuum
I have a Dyson V8 stick that I can clean my entire house in about 15 minutes by continuously walking from room to room without plugging and unplugging the machine. I can't imagine going back to something like this. Glad you're happy with it.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #256Jan 1, 2025
After 50 years of dedicated service, our Electrolux Super J has breathed its last.
I’ve had great luck buying used Dyson’s at Goodwill. Got a DC17 for $10. Replaced the filters, disassembled and cleaned the cyclone, new brush roller and it runs like new! Did the same with an original Dyson ball too. Dyson gets a bad rap, and their newer battery powered vacuums are bad, but they use powerful brushless motors and do have good power. I think the $50 I have into mine beats anything in that price range I could buy at Walmart.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #257Jan 1, 2025
After weeks of research I’ve finally settled on a vacuum
I vacuum 5 times as much with my cordless Dyson v15. I like very much.
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