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Dyson DC25 or DC50 which cleans better?
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Post# 287256   7/4/2014 at 21:58 (3,554 days old) by letsurf ()        

So I have the opportunity to purchase either of these at the same price and wondering which would be a better value. My main concern is the performance and how well it cleans. I understand the DC25 is more powerful but the DC50 is newer and better technology with the duel cyclone stuff? Any advice would be awesome thanks =)

Rusty


Post# 287262 , Reply# 1   7/4/2014 at 23:33 (3,554 days old) by super-sweeper (KSSRC Refurbishment Center)        
Neither!

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(I'm sure everyone expected that when they saw the title!)

Don't let Dyson get to you, that 'cyclone stuff' combined with the Dyson's performance on carpeting doesn't make it the wisest choice. If you're insisting on bagless, Fantom and Amway are the way to go (although neither is still made, they can be found on eBay, and in thrift shops and vacuum stores!). If you're looking for simply the best choice for vacuuming, older model Kirbies (Kirbaci?tongue-out) Can be found reconditioned at vacuum stores, or machines such as the simple, bagged Hoover tempo serve well in budget situations. If you have hard floors,a canister such as Filter-Queen or Compact serve well.

 

Ending the typical Dyson rant, let's hope the Dyson fans don't blow this thread sky-high in defense!laughing


Post# 287275 , Reply# 2   7/5/2014 at 01:06 (3,554 days old) by letsurf ()        

Thanks for the tips =) I'm really leaning to a newer model vacuum and the weight and maneuverability of the ball is what caught my eye. I used to sell kirby a long time ago but I couldn't convince my wife to push around an old heavy vacuum. I think I'm leaning toward the DC40. Are there any other lightweight new models with the same or better cleaning power around $200?

Post# 287292 , Reply# 3   7/5/2014 at 05:16 (3,554 days old) by parwaz786 ( )        

Trust me, the Dyson DC25 is a good vacuum, I had one for a year and it is durable, had a good brushbar with stiff bristles, has great suction and HEPA filtration along with a 5 year guarantee! It's worth it, trust me.

Post# 287334 , Reply# 4   7/5/2014 at 12:21 (3,554 days old) by kirbykid (Horseheads,New York 14845)        

No its not. I repair them all the time. Its an absolute disaster. Horrible brush roll, horrible motor, horrible durability. Buy a sanitare or a kirby with the tech drive.

Post# 287339 , Reply# 5   7/5/2014 at 13:19 (3,554 days old) by parwaz786 ( )        

Omg, don't know what you have had, but the DC25 I had was pleasant, it was a really good vacuum!

Post# 287359 , Reply# 6   7/5/2014 at 17:28 (3,553 days old) by marks_here (_._)        
Right now on QVC

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Post# 287366 , Reply# 7   7/5/2014 at 18:33 (3,553 days old) by letsurf ()        

Just got the DC25 for $175 cash brand new. Think it will be a nice vacuum =)

Post# 287377 , Reply# 8   7/5/2014 at 20:59 (3,553 days old) by super-sweeper (KSSRC Refurbishment Center)        
why of course!

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I've heard good the about the American-made Riccar and Simplicity vacuums, I'd suggest looking into them!


Post# 287419 , Reply# 9   7/6/2014 at 06:21 (3,553 days old) by parwaz786 ( )        

Cool, let us know how you get on with your new DC25! :)


Post# 287556 , Reply# 10   7/7/2014 at 00:09 (3,552 days old) by super-sweeper (KSSRC Refurbishment Center)        
yes, do let us know!

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Let us know how long it lasts!!!!tongue-out


Post# 287746 , Reply# 11   7/8/2014 at 05:36 (3,551 days old) by parwaz786 ( )        

should be more than 5 years woth the guarantee, or it will probs last anyways. Loads of British people still use Dc01's and Dc02's. I still see them around, and even the DC04's have out lasted some other vacs

Post# 287834 , Reply# 12   7/8/2014 at 20:30 (3,550 days old) by super-sweeper (KSSRC Refurbishment Center)        
there's a big difference,

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Between a DC01 and this new junk! You're comparing apples and fish!surprised


Post# 287877 , Reply# 13   7/9/2014 at 05:12 (3,550 days old) by baglessball ()        
Super-sweeper

It would seem you have no interest in Dyson, that is fine. As this thread is about them I suggest you stop commenting - it's childish.

Post# 287879 , Reply# 14   7/9/2014 at 06:26 (3,550 days old) by Turbo500 (West Yorkshire, UK)        

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Personally, between those 2 models, I'd have gone with the newer one. Dyson have massively improved the brushroll on the latest models, especially compared with that sorry excuse for a bare old hairbrush they used to use, DC24 and 25 included. The bristles were far too sparse and I often found they left the carpet quite patchy.

Post# 287881 , Reply# 15   7/9/2014 at 07:15 (3,550 days old) by parwaz786 ( )        

The DC25 has stiff bristles :/ each bristle is bigger than the older brush roll designs, but the Dc25 has better agitation than the older dysons too

Post# 287883 , Reply# 16   7/9/2014 at 07:34 (3,550 days old) by Gr8DaneDad ()        

If these were my 2 choices, I'd go with the DC25. The DC50 just feels very flimsy and insubstantial in the hand and there is a great deal of flex in the spine, even to the point that sharp turns broke the seal to the bin while I was testing them out. The 25 also cleans somewhat better in my opinion.


Post# 287901 , Reply# 17   7/9/2014 at 10:50 (3,550 days old) by Turbo500 (West Yorkshire, UK)        
The DC25 has stiff bristles

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Yes, but they're too far apart and there isn't enough of them. Look at them side by side, I think it's obvious which one is going to be better at cleaning and grooming

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Post# 287916 , Reply# 18   7/9/2014 at 11:52 (3,550 days old) by Gr8DaneDad ()        

actually, it's very much dependent on what type of soil you're picking up and given a reasonable amount of suction, agitation by a solid or nearly solid brushroll actually can impede the pick up of deep dirt as the fibers are simultaneously bent and trap dirt, especially on medium to long pile carpets. Pet hair will also rather quickly clump on the solid brush strips. While neither design is ideal, the 50's is well suited for short pile and hard floors and the 25's to deeper plush carpeting and pet hair.


Post# 287971 , Reply# 19   7/9/2014 at 14:55 (3,550 days old) by super-sweeper (KSSRC Refurbishment Center)        

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Sure thing, Shaun! You 3 have fun with Dyson!


Post# 288032 , Reply# 20   7/10/2014 at 06:41 (3,549 days old) by blakaeg (NW London, UK)        

I would not touch a DC50 with a barge pole. Incredibly flimsy construction. I tried one out a few times in the shops and I just don't get on well with it, the plastic body, handle flexes a lot when turning left and right and when handling the machine and I don't feel the DC50 is substantial enough. Even though my Dyson DC24 'body' snapped during the warranty period, I'd say the previous DC24 is better built and the DC25 is probably better.

I like the DC25 because it feels more substantial. Has a nice aluminium wand as opposed to plastic. Has a proper foot release to recline the machine. The bristles despite being further apart than the DC50, are slightly stiffer.

You must select the one that feel right for you though :)


Post# 288157 , Reply# 21   7/11/2014 at 00:17 (3,548 days old) by super-sweeper (KSSRC Refurbishment Center)        
if you touched it with a barge pole,

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It would snap in three pieces!tongue-out


Post# 288167 , Reply# 22   7/11/2014 at 04:27 (3,548 days old) by blakaeg (NW London, UK)        

Ha ha super_sweeper, It would shatter into a million pieces ;)

Post# 288224 , Reply# 23   7/11/2014 at 14:24 (3,548 days old) by Jaker15 (Meridian, ID)        
kirbykid

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It seems as though Dysons have always been aimed more towards the British market. They work pretty well for what they are, and the brush roll design is more suited for the thin carpeting and area rugs found in British homes, or flats. Most canisters don't come standard over there with a power head, instead, they come with straight suction rug/floor nozzles. Power heads are usually a more expensive higher end model.


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