DC65 Animal Upright Vacuum

Idk man my dc65 is so old I want it to die so I can buy a new one.

Whatever you end up buying, also consider buying a small shop vac from a brand like shop vac or rigid. * Perfect backup for if the upright fails * A small one is perfect for corners and stairs. * They are also wet/dry which will come in handy when you have a spill or a flood. * They are built like tanks. Practically BIFL. * Relatively cheap. <$50 for a 1-3 gallon model * Unlimited and universal attachments and additions * Optional bag or canister (I suggest bag for dry though) * Swappable filters for different jobs, including HEPA * For a little more you can buy a battery operated one, with good swappable tool batteries instead of built in batteries that fail. ##Besides that: **Overpriced, but worth it** * Miele (if you want top of the line consumer) * Dyson (if you want more attachments and canister style. Mixed reviews, but I have had my DC 65 Animal for 11 years now and the thing is going strong, so long as you do annual maintenance. I bought it because my ex took our DC41.) **Pro Options** * Sebo (Best) * Sanitaire * Riccar * Windsor Versimatic (Best value, it's a rebranded Sebo at half the price) **Lightweight Option** * Orek XL commercial (underrated brand, easily serviceable, very lightweight, relatively quiet, built to last, cons, no hose or attachments, but that's what the shop vac is for)

I've been really pleased with my Dyson dc65. I got a V7 cordless which is also decent but the batteries don't last very long. I thought my wife was nuts back in 2014 when she wanted a Dyson because it looks like it's made out of cheap shitty plastic, but they're surprisingly durable and Dyson is pretty good about making parts available.

Yes, newer makes a huge difference. I purchased a prior gen Dyson Ball Animal vacuum, and hair would get caught in the bearing of the motor and burn. Fortunately I caught a warranty replacement right before falling outside of the window, and because they no longer had that model in stock, replaced it with the Dyson Ball Animal 3 vacuum. The same issues are completely resolved on the newer model. Now, is it really BIFL? Doubt it, but I prefer bagless for the cost savings long term.

Have a og ball pet Dyson. Prob 15 ish years old. Few minor fixes over the years but it's still chugging along.

I have the Dyson Ball Animal 3. I've had it for about a year and a half and it replaced my previous Dyson Ball Animal 1 which lasted me just shy of 6 years. I vacuum at least once daily because that's my preference but we really could be good with vacuuming once or twice weekly. We are in a two bedroom apartment with two long-haired cats, one short hair cat and my partner who has long hair and sheds like crazy. It's great for couches and cat trees too as the attachments it comes work very well! I also like the extendable hose as it helps get cobwebs from the ceilings and light fixtures. This has been hands down the best vacuum I've ever had. My one and only gripe with this vacuum is that its pretty heavy so if you need to lift it, make sure you or someone in your life has a bit of muscle to help! :)

Yes the original Animal is a workhorse. The newer ball I don’t like as much.

I’d rather pick my own. In that price range likely a Dyson and though you’re saying corded, I’d disagree. My Dyson upright, though works well, it’s far more of a hassle and I recently got a cleaning lady and she said she’d prefer a lighter, handheld, so I got a Dyson knockoff and it’s so light and easy. I have 1300 sq ft of LVP. I would g use it on my carpeted rooms as the sole vac, for the bedrooms I only use it for a quick vac, for deep cleaning I use the Dyson upright.