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- As with other Dyson upright vacuums, owners and reviewers have nothing but good things to say about the suction and power of the Dyson DC14 Animal. Some professional reviewers say that reliability and build quality has improved over earlier generation Dyson vacuums.
- There are mixed notices about the usefulness of Dyson DC14 vacuums on hard floors, and reviewers say the newer Dyson Animal DC17 has more power and is easier to handle. The main complaint about this and all Dyson uprights is the high price and heavy 20-pound weight.
Overall, owners and experts have positive things to say about the Dyson Animal DC14, but the consensus is that a newer Dyson vacuum, the Dyson Animal DC17 (*est. $550), is more powerful and easier to use. As with other Dyson bagless upright vacuums, there are mixed reports about the Dyson DC14's performance on hard floors, as well as comments about this model's heavy weight and high price.
We found the best review of the Dyson Animal DC14 at Consumer Reports, which thoroughly tests 65 vacuums in its most recent roundup -- including several Dyson bagless upright vacuums. Which.co.uk, a British publication that conducts similar hands-on testing, also tests the Dyson Animal DC14. At About.com, the guide to cats tests the Dyson Animal DC14 specifically from a cat-owner's perspective. This vacuum is also reviewed by Essence Magazine, and as with other Dyson models, owners of the Dyson DC14 Animal post their opinions on Amazon.com and Epinions.
Our Sources
1. ConsumerReports.orgDetails/Subscribe
Consumer Reports is the most comprehensive reviewer of upright vacuums. Editors test a larger number of vacs than any other review source. Vacuums are evaluated in several performance areas, and a ratings chart is included. The Dyson Animal DC17 is one of the several Dyson upright vacuum cleaners included in this most recent report.
Review: Vacuums: Top Picks for Pet Hair, Editors of Consumer Reports, Mar. 2007
2. Which.co.ukDetails/Subscribe
This British consumer publication is just as thorough as Consumer Reports, but not as many upright vacuums are tested. However, the Dyson DC17 is included in this roundup. Editors report that the newest Dyson vacuums appear to be better built than previous models.
Review: Vacuum Cleaners, Editors of Which.co.uk, Feb. 2007
3. Essence MagazineDetails/Subscribe
Vanessa Bush tests and rates three popular vacuums -- the Oreck XL, Dyson DC14 Animal and iRobot Roomba Discovery. Each gets a short evaluation and a list of pros and cons. Bush says she "tried out" the three vacuums, but she isn't forthcoming with other testing methodology.
Review: Are These Vacuums Worth the Hype?, Vanessa Bush, Mar. 2005
4. About.com
In this brief review, About.com's guide to cats says the Dyson DC14 Animal's suction is its best and worst feature -- best because it picks up dirt, worst because it makes it difficult to use the wand tool. Unfortunately, this review is only about fifty words in length, with no other performance notes.
Review: Review: Dyson DC14 Animal Review, Franny Syufy, Feb. 11, 2005
5. Amazon.com
Over 200 owners of the Dyson Animal DC14 post their experiences here. Users love the Dyson's power and suction, but there are some minor complaints about its size and learning curve.
Review: Dyson DC14 Cyclone Animal Review, Contributors to Amazon.com
6. Epinions.com
About 150 users post reviews of the Dyson DC14 Animal at Epinions. The individual write-ups range from insightful to pithy.
Review: Dyson DC14 Animal Reviews, Contributors to Epinions
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