So Rory to hear about the performance on Ruggables! I was all set to commit to the V12, but I have 3 Ruggables, so glad you pointed this out; guess I’ll go with a more classic corded Miele…
We have owned and still own several Dyson products. I can’t explain the level of frustration we are experience with Dyson Support in resolving a problem with our V12. In less than a year the Motorbar cleaner head is inoperable and doesn’t work. So far we have been sent two replacement cleaner heads. Both were the wrong heads. It’s has been such a time consuming experience, with any resolution in sight. We are looking into unloading and selling all of our Dyson purchases and will tell everyone we know to reconsider their own purchases.
Did I miss it? How do you talk about a battery operated vacuum without mentioning whether the battery is detachable and replaceable? She talks about charging "one of the batteries." How many batteries are there? An interesting review except for the battery issue.
I have a robot vacuum that picks up a lot of dirt. Then I hit it with this vacuum to fully clean the house. I got wood floor and tile. It really does a good job. It’s not expensive. It’s a good investment. Got it on sale too. Great review. Now I need to see how to clean the area where the dirt goes,
Hope it's okay that I ask you since I am considering getting a Dyson V12 for our home (150 m2, all wooden/tiled floors). I am uncertain if the battery power is enough - it says up to 60 minutes but in real situations will often be less than that, I know. What is your experience - would I be able to vacuum our house of 150 m2 (1600 square feet) in your opinion?
Thanks for the great video! I’m not thrilled about the more narrow floor attachments, but given the arthritis in my hands, the stay on button and light weight were more important. Mine is due to arrive this week and I can’t wait. It was $650 U.S. on Amazon, so I’m really hoping it’s worth it.
I got a V12 and it is a decent cleaner. My only concerns are the dust gun like empty mechanism and the mostly useless max mode that runs only for 8 minutes and adds a major stress to the batteries.
Warning! No replacement battery for V12 seems to be available. I guess once the battery goes out you will have to replace the vacuum. This battery has been out of stock for at least a year. Did Dyson do this intentionally? We just purchased the vacuum but am disgusted because we cannot purchase a spare battery as Dyson recommends.
I have a V8 and I'm needing my 3rd battery in it. They only last about 18 months, in my experience, then the performance rapidly degrades. They have to be treated as regular consumables and mine is $143 CDN from Dyson. I've tried 2 Chinese knock-off batteries from Amazon and they are garbage. One lasted 2 months before dying, so they sent me a 2nd one, which lasted maybe 6 months. The OEM batteries shouldn't cost more than $50 when you're paying this much for a plastic vacuum.
QUESTION ALL ? is the power button a game changer in the V12 and Gen5 or is the trigger fine and no issue in the V15.....thats why i am trying to rack my brain and pick between the three,,,.....2200 sq ft house total...mostly hardwood with various area rugs and one room has carpet....want something strong enough to clean car also.....thx for your review.....cheers from Canada
i am trying to decide between the V12 / V15 / GEN 5 / outsize plus.......have a 2200 sq ft house ..mostly hardwood floors except one room is carpeted then a few area rugs.......like the thought of being able to clean upper corners of the walls.....here in Canada the V12 is 899 V15 is 999 and the Gen 5 is 1199 and the Outsize plus is 1249......all in Canadian funds....which do you think we would be happy with ? we are 58 years old and bodies are getting old and sore...lol..plus i would want to have 2 batteries which is 145 to 199 each... thx cheers
The GEN five detect is pretty great… Although with that said, I am just about to review the new V15 detect submarine version. This one will add light mopping capabilities. It sounds like you could probably get away with a smaller vacuum. That is a bit lighter, and most of the Dyson ones either include a second battery or let you purchase an additional one.
thanks for a great review. I am considering getting a Dyson V12 for our home (150 m2, all wooden/tiled floors). I am uncertain if the battery power is enough - it says up to 60 minutes but in real situations will often be less than that, I know. What is your experience - would I be able to vacuum our house of 150 m2 (1600 square feet) in your opinion? Also, can you just get a second battery to swop if needed (do you know if they are pricy)?
I must confront the first words out of your mouth because every Dyson vacuum cleaner is a hoover but every hoover (or Hoover) isn't called a Dyson. So yesterday the word synonymous with vacuum cleaners was 'hoover' and today the word that's still synonymous with a vacuum cleaner is a 'hoover'. Not a 'Dyson', as you said. My Miele CX1 Blizzard and my mom's 'Akitas' are called hoovers. They aren't called Dyson. I don't know about you but I take comfort in the fact that I, at least, try not to let the words that come out of my mouth be a total load of pish.
"the power of an upright" 24v (battery) vs 120v (outlet). Physics would disagree. Google it. Average upright. 500 to 3000 watts. This Vac? 150... you know...physics.
Uprights have around 1000 to 1500 watts at most. Not 3,000. 3,000 watts is central vaccum territory. Also suction is far more important than power, in which floor head design matters a lot more than motor power.
