This is a review of the Dyson V10 Animal and Absolute. The only difference is the extra Fluffly Cleaner Head attachment that comes with the Absolute, but not Animal. While this is a review of the V10 Animal, the V10 Absolute is essentially identical.

Pros & Cons

In the Box

The Dyson [m] is a great vacuum, considering the power, ease of use, maneuverability, and attachments. It's a bit pricey, but you do get your money's worth. The [m] is among the most powerful handheld vacuum cleaners on the market. The battery is still a limiting factor for some users, even though the [m] got a substantially larger battery over the V8. The design is bulkier than previous generations, but it's still relatively lightweight.

Final Verdict

Dyson V8 vs V10

V8 Animal

V10 Animal

Cyclone V10 Animal

V10 Absolute

Cyclone V10 Absolute

The [m] got a major upgrade from the V8 model in terms of design, power, battery life, dust bin size, and reduction of charging time. However, the dust bin emptying process is slightly less convenient, the vacuum is bulkier, weighs slightly more, and is significantly louder than the V8. Please note that the [m] Animal and [m] Absolute are identical except that the Absolute model comes with a Fluffy cleaning head which is good for hardwood floors. Expect to pay an extra $80-100 if you choose to get it.

V8 vs V10

Dyson [m] is not without its shortcomings. Here are some of the most common user complaints about the [m]. 1. Battery degrades over time - Every battery degrades over time due to a large number of charge and discharge cycles. If you vacuum the average amount, you should expect your battery to last 4 years or more, depending on your needs. If you go through full charge/discharge cycles multiple times a day, you can expect to start seeing a degradation sooner. Since Dyson uses lithium-ion batteries, you should not see a degradation in performance, only in the running time. If you're seeing a degradation in performance, that is likely not caused by the battery. 2. Suction degrades over time - The main reason suction degrades over time is because of a dirty filter. The dirtier the filter, the harder it is for the motor to push air through it. You need to clean the filter and dry it fully biweekly or monthly. In addition, make sure there are no partial obstructions of the wand or inside the vacuum. 3. Holding power button - All Dyson handheld stick vacuums have a trigger power switch (so far). It can become annoying to constantly hold it down to some users. 4. Battery not removable - The [m] battery cannot be removed and swapped for another one. You need to upgrade to the V11 for that option. 5. Price is high - While I can sympathize with the cost of the Dyson [m], you do get what you pay for. If you're looking to save money, you will have to sacrifice on performance and features.

User Complaints

The Dyson [m][m2] performs great on carpets, both low and high pile. On max power setting the suction is strong enough to seal itself onto the carpet, so you want to use the low or medium power setting if this happens to you. The [m] boasts 25% higher brush roll agitation, increasing the effectiveness of deep cleaning. The [m] picks up 99% of debris on High, 90% on Medium, and 80% on Low in just a few passes. The vacuum picks up pet and human hair with ease, however, the brushroll will tangle when enough long hair is picked up.

[m] Carpet Cleaning

The [m] torque drive cleaner head comes with opening gates that allow larger debris to enter more easily. However, picking up large debris on hardwood floors is still difficult for the [m][m2]. The torque drive cleaner head is exceptionally good at crevice pickup, exceeding the V8 by far due to a much more powerful motor.

[m] Hardwood Cleaning

The Dyson [m][m2] registers 79dB of noise on maximum power from a few feet away. This is considerably louder than the V8, and can be uncomfortable using in small spaces such as closets or cars. The vacuum emits 75dB on low, which is fairly quiet.

Noise

Charging Time

How long the cordless vacuum runs on battery with no attachments on low power setting.

Run Time (Low)

Run Time (High)

Cordless Vacuum Battery & Runtime

The [m] comes with 3 power settings: Low, Medium, and High. The battery takes just 3.5 hours to charge, compared to 5 hours from the V8. The vacuum can run for 60 minutes with no motorized tool attached, compared to V8's 40 minutes. The [m] comes with a 25 volt, 2600mAh battery. The [m] battery now has 3 (up from 1) indicator lights to give you a better idea of your current charge level. This makes it easier to know when your battery will run out. The [m] will only last 6 minutes on max power setting no matter what attachment you use. If you use a torque drive cleaner head, you can expect 30 minutes of cleaning on low power, or about 20 minutes on medium power.

[m] Battery & Runtime

Airflow

Water Lift

Cordless Vacuum Suction & Water Lift

The Dyson [m][m2] comes with one of the most powerful cordless stick vacuum motors available. The [m] comes equipped with a motor that's 20% power moreful than its V8 predecessor. The [m] comes with 14 cyclones compared to the 15 cyclones in the V8.

[m] Motor & Suction

V10 passed the sealed system HEPA filtration test which checks if the vacuum traps dust, bacteria, mold, pollen, and other tiny particles as small as 0.3 microns. A cleaner air means a better smelling air. The filtration system has been simplified in the V10. Dyson has combined the pre-motor and HEPA filters all into one. This means that you now have to clean out just one filter. The filter indicator light will start blinking when it's time to clean it out. The filter is removed by lightly twisting it counter-clockwise. If the filter has any large debris, deposit it into the trash. Then, wash the entire filter thoroughly under cold running water. Once complete, set it aside and let it dry for 24 hours. A damp filter could permanently damage the motor. Even if it looks dry on the outside, the filter might still be wet inside. Pro Tip: Get a second filter so you can use your vacuum while the first one is drying.

[m] Filter

With the new dirt ejection system, you no longer have to touch the dust bunnies when emptying the dust bin. Emptying the [m] dust bin takes more force than V8, but it's still a painless process. The new [m][m2] dust bin was expanded to 750ml (0.20gal) in capacity, a considerable 50% increase from the V10 motorhead or V8.

[m] Dust Bin

The Dyson [m][m2] weighs 5.9 lbs in a stick configuration, and 3.6 lbs as handheld. Compared to the V8, the [m] is slightly heavier. Nonetheless, it's easy to lift it up and vacuum the ceiling or ceiling fan blades for the average user.

[m] Weight

This is one of my favorite tools to clean with. The crevice tool provides concentrated suction for picking up hard to reach debris from crevices. Cleaning corners between walls or baseboards are a breeze, or reaching deep into difficult places in your car. This tool is a must for every cordless vacuum. The Dyson [m][m2] makes this process extremely easy, as you can turn your cordless stick vacuum into a handheld vacuum cleaner in 3 seconds.

Crevice Tool

The two in one combination tool is included with the V7 Motorhead, V7 Animal, V7 Absolute, and V7 Allergy models and provide a convenient dusting brush which can be switched to a general nozzle for upholstery by holding down the button and pulling back the brush. In addition to cleaning upholstery, this tool can be used to clean the baseboards, vents, window sills, pick up webs, and a verity of other things. It's a great multi-purpose tool and you'll find new things to clean with it all the time. The V7 combination tool will not fit a Dyson V6, however, it will fit a V8, V10 and V11 Dyson cordless vacuums.

Combination Tool

The soft dusting brush tool comes with the V7 Animal, V7 Fluffy, and V7 Absolute. The soft brush does wonders for vacuuming delicate surfaces such as TVs, computer monitors and keyboards, laptops screens, wooden furniture, window glass, and many others. It would be impossible for me to get by without the soft brush, I highly recommend to get it.

Soft Dusting Brush Tool

The mini motorized tool comes with the V7 Animal, V7 Fluffy, and V7 Absolute. It's got a 20W electric motor that spins a brush to get deep seated debris out. This tool is great to clean your car with. The cleaning head tilts and adjusts to the angle of the surface to maintain constant suction. This tool is also wonderful for cleaning carpet stairs. Simply remove the wand from your V7, attach this tool, and you're ready to tackle the stairs.

Mini-Motorized Tool

The [m] Torque Drive cleaner head (previously known as Direct Drive cleaner head) is a motorized attachment meant to be used on both carpets and hardwood floors. It functions exceptionally well on both low and pile carpets. The torque drive cleaner head has a hard time picking up large debris like cheerios on hardwood floors, but works great otherwise.

Torque Drive Cleaner Head

All [m] attachments are connected and released using Dyson's Quick Release System. It snaps everything together with one simple click. To release, just hold down the red button and pull gently.

[m] Accessories

Dyson Charger

Fullclean Crevice Tool for Dyson V15 V10 V8 V11 V7 Absolute Animal Motorhead Cyclone Fluffy Mattress Outsize Vacuum Cleaner Attachments Replacement Brush Tool

Dyson Crevice Tool

Fullclean Attachment Replacement for Dyson V10 V11 V7 V8 Vacuum Cleaner,Flexible Hose Crevice Tool Mattress Tool for Dyson V7 V10 V11 V8 Absolute Animal Motorhead Trigger (G-Soft Dusting Tool)

Soft Dusting

Dyson Soft Dusting Brush

Docking Station Accessory Wall Mount Compatible with Dyson V7 V8 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner Replaces Part # 967741-01

V7-8 Dock

Dyson Docking Station

Fullclean Combination Tool Compatible With Dyson V11 V10 V8 V7 Absolute Animal Motorhead Trigger Cyclone Fluffy Outsize Torque Drive Car+Boat Vacuum Cleaner

Dyson Combination Tool

Dyson Extension Wand

967483-04

Dyson Mini Motorized Tool DC59, V6 Models; #96608601

962748-02

Mini Motorized Tool

6 Minutes

46 CFM

88 Inches

Brand

Dyson

Max Suction

150 Air Watts

60 Min

3.5 Hours

Weight

5.9 lb

The total volume of debris the dust bin can fill before you need to empty it.

Dust Bin

750ml

The amount of noise the vacuum emits in dB.

80dB

Cordless vacuums typically come with one or more filters to prevent sucked in dust particles from coming back out into the air you breathe.

Filter

The HEPA filters are high efficiency absorbing filters which can trap 99.97% of airbourne dust, pollen, mold, bacteria, and other particles as small as 0.3 microns, or 1/100 the width of a human hair.

HEPA

Whole System HEPA Filtration

Soft Dust Brush

The Fluffy Cleaner Head is a motorized cleaner head that is designed to be used on hardwood floors. These rollers cannot be used on carpet.

Fluffy Cleaner Head

Direct Drive Head

Dyson Cyclone V10 Animal Lightweight Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner

The Dyson V10 Animal/Absolute features an extended battery life, more powerful motor, and larger dust bin over the V8.

Dyson Cyclone V10 Animal & Absolute Review

As you open the [m][m2] box, you will find the following contents inside: 1) Extension Wand 2) Direct Drive Cleaner Head 3) Docking/Charging Station 4) 2-in-1 Combination Tool 5) Crevice Tool 6) Dyson [m][m2] Unit 7) Soft Dusting Brush 8) Mini Motorized Tool 9) Charging Adapter

In The Box

Dyson V7 vs V8

V7 Animal

The Dyson V8 is a handheld/cordless stick vacuum cleaner. It was released in 2016, a year before the Dyson V7. The V8 can be viewed as an upgrade of the V7. The two models share body design, usability, and attachments, but slightly differ in terms of performance. Both models come with a charger and a docking station.

The [m][m2] comes with a small but powerful motor that spins up to 110,000rpm (around 1800 per second!), producing excellent suction and airflow. The [m] motor got a new design from the previous V6 generation motors, featuring 15 small cyclones that produce massive g-forces and optimized to filter out particles about 100 times smaller than the size of a human hair (those cyclones at the top of the vacuum aren't there for cosmetics!). The [m] motor also saw an increase of 75% of power at the brush bar than the previous V6 generation. In terms of raw power, the [m][m2] motor showed excellent performance and ability to pull both small and large particles.

Dyson V7 high efficiency motor

Motor

The [m][m2] suction rating registered at 115 Air Watts, providing a substantial boost over the V7, and a 150% brush roll power improvement over the V6. Dirt, dog hair, pollen, dust, bacteria - this vacuum gets the job done quickly. The [m][m2] has 2 power settings: normal mode which provides 22 air watts of suction, and a max suction mode which provides a whopping 115 air watts. Even on normal mode, the [m] offers sufficient power to provide high cleaning efficiency. In terms of suction strength, the [m] offers a significant 50 inches of water lift.

Dyson V8 Suction Rating

The [m] vacuums come with 2 power settings: Normal and Max. The normal run time is 40 minutes with non motorized attachments. 30 minutes with the 20W fluffy cleaning head. 25 minutes with the 50W direct drive cleaning head. 7-8 minutes on max setting regardless of attachment. While the [m] battery gained a significant boost over the V7, it is still one of the main issues customers run into. This is why it's important to understand the capability of the vacuum so that you can plan accordingly. The [m] takes 5 hours to charge, which is an increase from 3.5 hours in the V7. The [m] also has 3 battery level indicator lights instead of just 1, giving you a better idea of remaining battery life. When the vacuum is connected to the charger, the battery indictator light will blink. Once the vacuum is fully charged, the indicator light will disappear - that's when you know the vacuum is ready for use.

V8 Charging

Battery, Charging, & Running Time

The [m][m2] weighs just 5.8 lbs, up from 5.3 lbs from the V7. The bit of extra weight comes from the slightly extended battery for longer run time. It's easy to lift and maneuver around, vacuuming everything from floors to ceiling fans. All in all, the [m] is an extremely lightweight vacuum cleaner.

Dyson [m][m2] Weight

The [m][m2] dust bin is 25% larger than the V6, filling at a modest 500ml (0.13 gallons). Even with the increase in size, it's still fairly small, and you will have to make extra trips to the trash can if your house is extra dirty. This dust bin got a surprisingly great overhaul from the previous generation of V6 dust bins in terms of simplicity and ease of use. Simply lift the small red handle up and bottom of the dust bin will fly open, releasing all the dust and debris directly into the trash can, without getting your hands dirty. The see-through canister design is great because you can see what is being picked up and how much. Emptying the bin is quick, convenient, and clean. Should any hair get wrapped around the collector head refusing to drop down, simply shake the container or reach in and pry it off. While the design is great, points are removed for its small size. If you're looking for a larger dust bin, you will have to skip the [m] model and go for the V10, which provides a 50% larger dust bin than the V7 or V8. However, keep in mind that the V10 and V11 dust bins aren't as simple to empty - they require removing any attachment before you can empty it. So while the [m] dust bin is smaller, it's also more convenient to empty.

Emptying the dust bin quickly and easily

The Dyson [m][m2] comes with a first stage pre-motor filter that removes relatively small debris as it enters the vacuum, but before it reaches the motor compartment. This allows all the larger particulates from remaining in the dust bin, and not pass through the motor stage. Small dust particles, allergens, mold, and bacteria will still pass through the pre-motor filter, getting pushed right out into the air you breathe unless the vacuum has a HEPA filter installed. Luckily, the [m][m2] does have a whole-system HEPA filter installed, which will trap all those undesireables within the high efficiency filtration system. This helps clean your air as you vacuum, keeping you and your family breathing fresh and clean air.

Removing the pre-motor filter

Dyson [m] HEPA Filter

The [m][m2] deep cleans dirt, dust, and pet hair effortlessly. High pile or low pile, the [m] sucks up >99% of surface debris, and 92% of deep seated debris within just a few passes. Like the V7, the [m][m2] offers excellent carpet cleaning performance, leaving your carpet groomed and looking fresh.

Effortlessly picks up all carpet debris

The [m][m2] direct drive cleaning head does a great job cleaning hard surfaces of any kind. Flour, rice, pet hair, sand, dirt, all gets picked up with a breeze. Not only does it vacuum proficiently, but the carbon fiber bristles also brush & polish your floors, removing dirt patches and leaves them looking better. The only downside to the direct drive cleaning head is that it's not great at picking up large debris like cheerios. It tends to push most of the large debris toward. You may optionally purchase a Fluffy cleaner head which is designed exclusively for hardwood floors, or if you only have hardwood floors, then look into picking up the V8 Fluffy.

Hardwood Floor Cleaning

The [m] is activated by pressing and holding the auto-release trigger with your index finger. Dyson designed it this way to maximize efficiency, by not letting the vacuum run needlessly, and provide the convenience of powering the vacuum on and off on demand. The upside is that you don't have to constantly reach for the power button, but the downside is that some users with hand/finger arthritis may experience difficulty holding the instant release trigger down for a long time. All in all, for most users, the instant release trigger activation is a great convenience and highly loved.

Powering on the [m] 

Dyson V8 Usability

The [m] receieved improvements from the V6 in terms of noise. The [m] is much quieter due to noise dampening, post motor HEPA filter, and a different noise frequency that it emits. While the V7 is still quieter, that's due to the fact that the V7 is slightly less powerful. Both the V7 and the V8 use the same advanced noise dampening technology.

Dyson V8 Noise

It costs $0/year to maintain the [m]. All you need to do is wash the pre-motor and the HEPA filter about once a month. Be sure to dry the filters for 24 hours before using the vacuum. The filters do not need to be replaced.

Maintenance

The Direct Drive cleaner head comes with separate motor and is the primary cleaning head that comes with the [m][m2]. This tool does not come with the V7/V8 Fluffy model, because the Fluffy model comes with the Soft Roller Fluffy Cleaning Head instead. This 2-in-1 brush head roller is excellent at deep cleaning carpets, and performs well on small debris on hardwood floors. As mentioned, this cleaner head performs poorly on large debris on hardwood floors, but has no problem with large debris on carpets.

Direct Drive Cleaner Head

The docking station is a convenient place to keep your vacuum and attachments. All it takes is just 2 screws and anchors to attach it to a wall, and you're ready to go. I do suggest placing the docking station near a plug so that your docking station is also a recharge station. This makes it very convenient - your vacuum will always be ready to go. The docking station comes with all V7/V8 models, including the [m][m2].

Quick & simple docking/charging station

Docking Station

Dyson V8 Accessories

The [m][m2] is one of the best Dyson cordless vacuums on the market today, and even one of the best cordless vacuums in general. Everything from design, to suction power, the convenience and ease of use, it truly does make a big difference in your day to day cleaning. If you value ease of use and convenience, the [m][m2] outperforms even the V10 and V11 in many aspects. While the vacuum does cost more than a lot of its competitors, Dyson is in a class of its own. With so many new throwaway vacuum brands popping up each year, you're better off buying from a well established brand with a proven track record. You might pay more up front, but save in the long term.

72 Inches

7 Minutes

40 CFM

115 Air Watts

40 Min

5 Hours

5.8 lb

500ml

73dB

Dyson V8 Animal Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner, Iron

Dyson V8 Animal Cordless Stick Vacuum

The Dyson V8 is similar to the V7 in terms of its hygenic dirt ejection system and attachments, but is different from the Dyson V7 in these key aspects.

Dyson V8 Animal Review | Cordless Stick Vacuum

Dyson V7 Animal Pros & Cons

The Dyson V7 Animal comes with the following items out of the box: 1. V7 Extension Wand 2. Direct Drive Multi-Floor Cleaner Head 3. Docking/Charging Station 4. 2-in-1 Combination Tool 5. Crevice Tool 6. Dyson V7 Animal Vacuum (with HEPA filter) 7. Soft Dusting Brush 8. Mini-Motorized Tool 9. Wall Plug Charger

Dyson V7

V7 Motorhead

V7 Fluffy

V7 Absolute

V7 Allergy

The Dyson V7 Animal was launched in 2017 and quickly became one of the most popular cordless stick vacuums on the market, even today. In the medium price range class, the V7 Animal offers great value and performance. Compared to Motorhead, Fluffy, Absolute, and Allergy, the Animal variant is my favorite. First, only 3 of the top 5 Dyson cordless vacuums offer whole-system HEPA filtration, including V7 Animal. That's really important to me. Second, the V7 Animal model comes with every attachment except the Fluffy Cleaner Head, which can only be used on hardwood floors. Here's a comparison of the top 5 V7 models.

Dyson V7 Animal Review

The [m][m2] provides 2 power settings: Normal at 25 Air Watts, and Max at 100 Air Watts. The [m] suction rating is very good. Air watts, to put it simply, is a formula that factors in both the airflow and water lift. It represents the strength and airflow volume capacity of the motor. The V7 model offers the same air watts as the V6 model, and just slightly below the 115 air watt V8 model. All in all, [m] suction is excellent so long as you properly clean the filters (see Maintenance section). The [m][m2] offers 72 inches of water lift, which is a measurement of how much weight the vacuum can lift with the motor. This translates to how well the vacuum can pick up large, heavy debris. Every V7 model, including Motorhead, Animal, Allergy, Fluffy, and Absolute provide the same water lift rating because they all have the same exact motor and design. The airflow rating specifies the amount of air the vacuum cleaner can suck in with no attachments per minute. The [m][m2] can consume 39 CFM (cubic feet per minute), which is a great amount of air within its price class.

Suction Rating

The [m][m2] has 2 power settings: Normal and Max. Normal offers a good 30 minute run time without any attachments (20 minutes with direct drive cleaner head), and 7 minutes on high setting regardless of attachment. This is up from 20 minutes on the V6. The V8 provides 40 minutes of run time, and each subsequent release offering even more run time, at the expense of getting heavier and bulkier. 30 minutes should be enough for an average 2000 sq ft house, but you have to factor in floor type and extent of cleaning. For instance, vacuuming carpets will consume more energy than vacuuming hardwood floors for the simple reason that the motorhead meets a lot more resistance when driving the brush through carpet. If you decide to vacuum every crevice, baseboard, and ceiling fan, one charge might not be enough. The [m] battery charging time is 3.5 hours. When connected to the charger, a solid blue light will emit on the side of the battery indicating that it's charging. When the light shuts off, that indicates charging is complete. Dyson provides a 2 year warranty on all of its batteries.

Blue light indicating charging

Weighing a manageable 5.3 lbs, the V7[m] is up from 4.6 lbs of the previous V6 generation. The extra weight is in part due to a larger battery that extends run time to 30 minutes and other improvements. Relative to V8, V10, V11, and subsequent models, I would still consider this model low to medium weight. It's easy to hold and maneuver, even for an extended period of time.

The [m][m2] dust bin is 25% larger than the V6, filling at a modest 500ml (0.13 gallons). Even with the increase in size, it's still fairly small, and you will have to make extra trips to the trash can if your house is extra dirty. This dust bin got a surprisingly great overhaul from the previous generation of V6 dust bins in terms of simplicity and ease of use. Simply lift the small red handle up and bottom of the dust bin will fly open, releasing all the dust and debris directly into the trash can, without getting your hands dirty. The see-through canister design is great because you can see what is being picked up and how much. Emptying the bin is quick, convenient, and clean. Should any hair get wrapped around the collector head refusing to drop down, simply shake the container or reach in and pry it off. While the design is great, points are removed for its small size. If you're looking for a larger dust bin, you will have to skip the V8 model, which is also 500ml, and go for the V10, which provides a 50% larger dust bin than the V7 or V8.

500ml bin is slightly lacking

Many tests show that the Direct Drive V7 cleaner head (comes included) picks up debris from carpet with ease, large and small. Using the stiff nylon bristles, the brush drives deep into carpets to capture hard to reach dirt. Rice, Cheerios, oats, flour, and sand is picked up with no issues at normal power setting and normal cleaning pace. The vacuum also picks up pet and human hair with ease. The brush will get tangled if enough long hair is picked up, but that is to be expected. The dual-brush cleaner head intake is slightly smaller than the V8 version and has fewer air gates which leads to higher suction. This makes this cleaner head great for deep cleaning your carpets and picking up the deep seated debris.

V7 Carpet Cleaning Test

The V7 dual-brush cleaning head picks up fine dust with ease on any type of hardwood floors. Its high suction makes it a breeze. However, picking up larger bits like cheerios is an issue, as it tends to push the debris forward instead of picking it up. This is simply because the suction style brush roll cleaner head is not ideal for hardwood floors. It was designed to be used for both surface types, but it ended up being good for just carpets. If your house floors are primarily hardwood floors, you want to look for a vacuum with a soft roller cleaner head such as the V7 Fluffy model.

Struggles picking up large debris on hardwood floors

Hardwood Floor Cleaning Test

The crevice cleaning test shows the motorhead requires considerable effort picking up dirt from the crevice when going over at normal pace. If you keep the motorhead over the crevice for a couple of seconds, it tends to begin to clean it. Using the crevice tool for this purpose is a better alternative, but this goes to show that the motorhead can help with crevice cleaning.

Need to hold the cleaner head over the crevice

Crevice Cleaning Test

This model offers great usability. Transforming the vacuum cleaner from handheld to stick (and vice versa) is simple. All it takes is a push of a button to quick release the pieces, and snap in the new extensions in seconds. The V7 has very good maneuverability. The vacuum itself is quite light, can turn 90 degrees, and lay nearly flat to reach deep underneath furniture.

Dyson V7 Usability

The V7 produces moderate noise levels, clocking in at 65dB normal setting and 74dB on high setting. This makes it just slightly louder than the V8 version, but not by a big margin.

Maintaining the Dyson [m][m2] is relatively easy. First, empty the dust bin when the debris level reaches the marker on the side of the canister. Second, remove and clean the blue pre-motor filter located at the top of the cyclones under running water once a month. Next, remove and wash the post-motor HEPA filter under running water once a month. Dry both filters for at least 24 hours before attaching them back. If the filters are not dry (especially the pre-motor one) then the moister can damage the motor. Following those steps, the [m][m2] will operate nicely for years to come. Neither filter needs replacement.

Dyson [m][m2] Maintenance

The crevice tool is included with the V7 Motorhead, V7 Animal, and V7 Absolute which is extremely useful when trying to reach between tight spaces and crevices. This tool provides higher, concentrated suction power necessary to maximize reach in hard to reach spots. It's one of my favorite tools to use when cleaning. This tool is compatible with Dyson V7 V8 V10 V11 and V15 models.

Dyson V7 Animal Accessories

The Dyson V7 Animal is an excellent all around vacuum. It comes with a high efficiency, air cleaning HEPA filter which the Motorhead and Absolute models do not. I highly recommend HEPA filters because they clean out mold, bacteria, fine dust, and pollen as you clean. This vacuum comes with every attachment except the Fluffy Cleaner Head which can be picked up separately for a complete accessory set. If you do not have a lot of hardwood floors, this is absolutely the #1 recommended vacuum out of all the V7s. The V7 Animal is a tried and true cordless stick vacuum cleaner which can easily transform into a handheld vacuum cleaner. Although it was released in 2017, this vacuum has really stood the test of time as it's still one of the top selling vacuum cleaners on the market today.

100 Air Watts

30 Min

5.3 lb

70dB

Dyson V7 Animal Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner, Iron

One of the top rated, medium price cordless stick vacuums.

Dyson V7 Animal is a proven, high quality cordless vacuum cleaner delivering high performance and an array of smart, quick-release attachments.

Dyson V7 Animal Review in 2021

Flagship Dyson V7 Motorhead HEPA Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner: Lightweight, Powerful Suction, Ergonomic Handle, Bagless, Height Adjustable, Rechargeable Battery, w/One Hubxcel Microfiber Cloth

Dyson - V7 Fluffy Hardwood Cord-Free Stick Vacuum - Iron/Blue

Dyson V7 Absolute Cordless Vacuum

Dyson V7 Absolute Cordless Vacuum | Refurbished

Dyson V7 Allergy HEPA Cord-Free Stick Vacuum Cleaner, White

The Dyson V7 cordless vacuum cleaners come in many varieties and models depending on your needs. This thorough comparison & review will go over the 5 top V7 models which will clarify which models are a good fit for you, and which models you might want to avoid. There is no best V7 model for everyone - the right vacuum depends on your needs, and we will go over this in detail. Before we begin, familiarize yourself with the following comparison chart. Feel free to come back to this chart at any time as you're progressing through this guide. One important thing to remember about the V7 vacuums is that they are identical in terms of shape, size, motor, suction, dust bin, battery, and weight. What's different about these vacuums is the type of filter you're getting and the accessories they come with.

Dyson V7 Comparison & Review

Dyson has been producing vacuum cleaners since 1991 and ranks #1 in overall customer satisfaction. Dyson definintely falls within the top 5 cordless vacuum cleaner brands. It's a solid, trustworthy brand with very high reputation you can rely on. Dyson is not a fly by night brand, it's a reliable and trustworthy company.

Dyson Overview

All Dyson V7s come with a pre-motor filter that sits at the top of the unit. The pre-motor filter is removable and washable, but does not pass the whole-system smoke filtration test, which means that the filter allows many fine particles through. Dyson installed a secondary HEPA filter (high efficiency particulate absorbing filter) on Animal, Fluffy and Allergy models, but not on Motorhead or Absolute. The HEPA filter is located at the back of the V7 and can easily be identified by its blue cylindrical shape. This means if you want your V7 to remove allergens, mold, and dust particles as small as 0.3 microns (1/100 width of human hair!) you are limited to those 3 models. I do highly recommend that you do stick to a HEPA filter to maintain healthy air for you and your family. As a general rule, if you don't have a lot of hardwood floors, you'd be best served by the V7 Animal. If most of your floor type is hardwood, however, the best choice for you is the V7 Fluffy.

choose your filter wisely

Dyson V7 Filters

Maintaining the Dyson V7 is quite simple. First, empty the dust bin when the debris level reaches the marker on the side of the canister. Second, remove and clean the pre-motor filter at the top of the unit under running water once a month. Dry for 24 hours before installing the pre-motor filter back. If your vacuum has a HEPA filter, remove it and clean it under running water. Let it dry for 24 hours before installing. Following those steps, the V7 will operate efficiently over a long period of time. The pre-motor filter does not need to be replaced at any point. Both pre-motor and HEPA filter will last a lifetime.

Dyson V7 Maintenance

The V7 soft roller cleaner head only comes with the V7 Fluffy and V7 Absolute models. What makes this cleaning head special is the fact that it performs amazingly on hardwood floors. Dyson designed the Multi-surface cleaning head to tackle both floor types, however, it lacks significantly when it comes to large debris on hardwood floors. For that reason, the soft roller cleaning head comes as an option for homes with a lot of hardwood floors. This cleaning head is very niche, as it operates only on hardwood surfaces, however, it performs extremely well. If your primary floor type is overwhelmingly hardwood floors, I would recommend going for V7 Fluffy, as it includes a HEPA filter (V7 Absolute does NOT), and you can also grab the V7 Crevice tool separately for $10-15 extra. You cannot go wrong with this combo.

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