CLOSEOUT! Dyson Animal Handheld Vacuum Orig. $250.00 Was $149.97 Now $99.97 (today only)
Shipping is $14.95 Use code CTX768FU38QR for $20 off $100 (in my state that covers the cost of shipping and sales tax), cost before tax is $94.65 CashBack sale us currently 5% (was 3%), so final cost before tax is $89.92
"A powerhouse when it comes to picking up pet hair, this handheld vacuum uses patented Dyson Root Cyclone™ technology for the most powerful performance, maintaining a maximum level of suction – twice than that of other handhelds – without interruption. Two-year warranty. Model DC16AN."
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posted: Nov. 18, 2009 @ 6:34a
nickmdeal
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posted: Nov. 18, 2009 @ 8:03a
great little vaccum and great price, but they aren't really too practical. Have to stay plugged in to the charger all day, must for 6-10 minutes of use. Even for doing things like the car, it really isn't that practical. but, a good price none-the-less. Closeout makes me think there will be a newer model with better battery life soon.
Yeah, I think that the primary complaint about this model is it's short battery run time, but it was only designed for quick jobs, not for extended/prolonged use. The best non-refurb price, that's also in stock, that I could find was $150 so it's a pretty good deal at this price.
Do you think this would be good for vacuuming stairs? Wife wants it for the stairs but with the battery life, I don't know if you could get them done before it died.
nickmdeal
Senior Member - 1K
posted: Nov. 18, 2009 @ 11:21a
I think if this is going to be dying on the job, then it would get annoying. Also, the idea of a charger being on ALL the time is going to cost something in the long run. Just keeping it plugged in all the time is going to cost at least 30-50$ a year.
nickmdeal said: I think if this is going to be dying on the job, then it would get annoying. Also, the idea of a charger being on ALL the time is going to cost something in the long run. Just keeping it plugged in all the time is going to cost at least 30-50$ a year. I don't think so. Let say it is 20W, then (20/1000)*24hours * 365day * ($0.10 ten cents /kwh) = $17 for whole year. I don't think it will draw 20W 24/7.
nickmdeal
Senior Member - 1K
posted: Nov. 18, 2009 @ 12:41p
unfortunatly, here in CA I am averaging closer to .15-17$, but I calculated at .020kwh average.
Dweekie
Member
posted: Nov. 18, 2009 @ 1:00p
Got the original handheld model. The battery life is ridiculously short and only gets shorter over time. It's very annoying for an expensive vacuum, even at the clearance price. The only thing it's useful for is cleaning spills and accidents. Don't expect to be able to clean a car or anything else requires a portable vacuum for more than a couple minutes. Just giving the warning..........
I have the original handheld & have been waiting for a good price to upgrade to the animal. It is great for its intended use which is quick pick ups. Thanks!
king0fSpades said: nickmdeal said: I think if this is going to be dying on the job, then it would get annoying. Also, the idea of a charger being on ALL the time is going to cost something in the long run. Just keeping it plugged in all the time is going to cost at least 30-50$ a year. I don't think so. Let say it is 20W, then (20/1000)*24hours * 365day * ($0.10 ten cents /kwh) = $17 for whole year. I don't think it will draw 20W 24/7.
You wouldn't need to keep it plug in 24/7 unless it takes ridiculously long to charge or it loses charge by itself very quickly.
If either of those are true then its not very good anyway ...
Anyone know if the animal attachment can be used with a 'regular' dyson upright?
I've already got the original handheld for years now and LOVE it, but the battery gave out and no longer holds a charge. A replacement is ridiculously expensive (like $60). So if we could get a whole new unit for only $40 more AND if the animal attachment worked on the upright too, then bonus all around
reviews @ Amazom - most 123 star reviews are !!! cause of the short battery life (reminds me of people giving negative reviews to a illuminated Logitech keyboard (great one!!!) cause it isn't wireless !) - six minutes is too long for the suction it produces!
nickmdeal said: there is another deal here on FW for 79$, quick search
Yes, but that does not include the $50 attachment kit that comes free with the Macy's version. I'd prefer to wait until the Macy's F&F sale from Dec 2nd-7th because it includes an extra 25% off (making it even cheaper than the deal in this thread assuming the same sale price). Also Macy's is a national chain and has a 6 month return policy in case you have any problems with the handheld (you can exchange in store or get an exchange with free shipping).
ok, here's my review, btw i was able to use coupon+bing, bing shows in account. Macy's shipped this in 2days, got it, nov-20. This dyson will not work while being charged. This dyson lasts longer than 6min. This dyson does take 3hrs to charge (i tested w/ kill a watt, those 20$ watt measuring).
Ok how long does it really last? maybe 12mins, idk, i charged it fully, then took it out to the honda civic, and vacuumed the entire backseat, floor/mats, passenger and driver seats, and 1 mat, died, right after. I have a red chowchow, he sheds, a lot this dyson w/ animal attachment picked up 100% of the upholstery fur, and 90% of the rug fur ( i still saw a few strands stuck in the rug, but none on the upholstery).
I say it lasted 12mins, because well, i had my ipod going and i turned it on when i started this, and it ended at about the end of the third song, but way longer than 6mins. is it good? for 80bucks, the animal attachment is key. Actually if you don't have a pet, it is still key to pick up lots of dirt, this may be a dyson, but it is still a handheld dyson and does not give you the power of a regular dyson(i mean come on, this thing is the size of really big drill and cordless, do you expect super power?)
That said, it was very uncomfortable to use for 12mins, it's heavy, i'm not a weak guy, i work out 4x a week lift and all that, but this really put a strain on my wrist, i figured the best way was to lean into it (sort of like a massage) and use your otherhand to hold down the pet attachment and really shove it into the fabric.
It is very difficult to clean a car, it's big, well big for a handheld, so you can't navigate to all the nooks and corners of a car. You get some other attachments that i believe aren't worthwhole, the regular long rectangular tube and some brush. The animal attachment is what makes this all worthwhile, otherwise it's junk.
so if you have pets and have to clean your car, it's great!!! if you have pets and really gotta spot clean cuz your a neat freak, it's great for that too, it comes w/ a wall attachment and i have it on my in charged , ready to go (i unplug the adapter, cuz it does waste phantom power, gogo greener earth).
Again this thing is worthless, w/o the animal attachment, it is still more powerful than any hand vacuum i have ever used, those cruddy dirt devils, and the 6-10min use time is really pathetic, but it does do a good job otherwise . (otherwise i'd have to take out my regular dyson, along w/ my 50ft cord and vacuum out my car, which isn't easy w/ all those cords and the fact that i live in an apt so i don't have a driveway or anything, so this really fits the bill).
I can't even find the handheld on their website ATM. I checked some other items that I've bought from them before or have had my eye on, and all of the prices are in the higher end of the range of Macy's 'sale' prices. Seems like the best use of the F&F may be for stuff that never goes on sale. Too bad.
Or... if you don't trust BCB, you could use the code 'THEBEST' for free shipping (and 15-20% off many items). It will only give free shipping on the Animal ($14.95), but with the double FW Cash Back of 5%, you get a guaranteed $19.95 off.
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