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Dyson DC21 Stowaway

*Est. $500

Dyson DC21 Stowaway

pros
  • Impressive performance
  • Attractive design
cons
  • Shorter-than-average cord
  • No headlight
  • Expensive
 
 
Where to Buy
  • Amazon Marketplace

    for $398.25

  • National Allergy Supply

    for $499.99

 
 
 

The Dyson DC21 Stowaway canister vacuum is included in the latest round of independent testing from Consumer Reports. The U.K.-based Which? magazine covers the DC21 as well. We did find a detailed write-up at the Canadian website Future Shop, but it's not clear if the writer actually tried out this vacuum. Amazon.com and Epinions.com have a few dozen very positive user reviews between them.

Dyson has several top-rated upright vacuums on the market, but the DC21 Stowaway is its only canister model. Reviewers are impressed by this bagless canister vacuum's futuristic look and advanced technology, including cyclonic suction and a pop-out dust bin. It does well in independent testing, especially on bare floors; some owners say its performance on carpet is just so-so. For the same price, the Kenmore Intuition 28014 (*est. $500) excels across the board. At half the price, reviewers say the Hoover WindTunnel Bagless S3765-040 (*est. $250) is a decent budget choice.

Where To Buy
 
 
Featured StoresStore RatingNotesTotal Price
Amazon MarketplaceAmazon Marketplace rated 3.00 (168 reviews)168 store reviewsIn Stock. Fantastic prices with ease & comfort of Amazon.com!$398.25
National Allergy SupplyNational Allergy Supply rated 4.50 (576 reviews)576 store reviewsIn Stock. $499.99
 
 
 

Our Sources

1. ConsumerReports.org

Consumer Reports rates 22 canister vacuums, including the Dyson DC21, according to how well they perform in independent testing. Each model is scored on effectiveness (on both carpet and bare floors), tool airflow, dust emissions, handling and noise.

Review: Dyson DC21 Stowaway: First Look, Editors of Consumer Reports, Oct. 2008

2. Which? magazine

The Dyson DC21 makes it into Which? magazine's Best Buy list along with 20 other uprights and canisters. Editors give it top marks on floorboards and bare floors, and a near-perfect score on carpet.

Review: Vacuum Cleaners, Editors of Which? magazine, Feb. 8, 2008

3. FutureShop.ca

It's unclear if Tansey actually tested this vacuum, but he provides a good overview of the DC21's features, praising its pop-out dust bin and cyclonic suction. He also says the handle and canister are "remarkably maneuverable."

Review: What's New: Dyson DC21 Canister Vacuum, Paul Tansey

4. Amazon.com

The Dyson DC21 receives mostly high ratings from the 45 or so owners posting here, though there are some dissenters. Several mention the short power cord and the poor suitability for hardwood floors as drawbacks.

Review: Dyson DC21 Stowaway Canister Vacuum, Contributors to Amazon.com

5. Epinions.com

Just over a dozen owners post comments about the Dyson DC21 Stowaway canister vacuum, and most give it perfect grades.

Review: Dyson DC21 Bagless Canister Cyclonic Vacuum, Contributors to Epinions.com

6. CandianTire.ca

Canadian Tire sells a variety of home appliances including vacuums. The Dyson DC21 gets a near-perfect score from just over 20 owners.

Review: Dyson Stowaway DC21 Vacuum Reviews, Contributors to CanadianTire.ca

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