The Dyson V15 cordless vacuum cleaner is still my favorite gift ever
Some say – like the commenters on this Reddit thread — Unpleasant Never buy a practical gift as a vacuum cleaner for your loved one. As a working mother of two messy toddlers, a shedding dog, and a husband who sometimes walks in mud, I disagree.
Why not let the best vacuum technology help me clean up life’s messes faster, better and easier than before? My Dyson V15 simply makes my life easier.
Before the Dyson V15 was awarded a CNET Editor’s Choice Award, before it left its stick vacuum competitors behind in CNET’s lab tests, and before it made CNET’s Best Cordless Vacuum Cleaners list, the Dyson V15 was just a gift-wrapped wrapped box under my decorated tree at holiday time. That was two years ago, and it’s still my favorite gift.
CNET’s latest survey shows that three in 10 adults plan to start shopping early this year. This strategy will work well for vacuum shoppers because the usual price tag for the Dyson V15 ranges from $700 to $750. But now, you can find it on sale for Black Friday or Cyber Monday for just $617.
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Why I love my Dyson V15 vacuum cleaner
My Dyson V15 works great for quick cleans or deep cleans. Since it is wireless, I appreciate not having to constantly plug and unplug it when cleaning the upstairs and downstairs of my house. It does not take up any storage space because the loading dock is mounted in our garage.
It’s no surprise to me that the Dyson V15 outperformed most of its competitors in CNET’s lab tests. It is now rated as “best suction performance” for a cordless vacuum cleaner.
It also cleans my car
My kids and pets’ messes aren’t in my house, so I love how the Dyson easily converts to handheld mode, which is useful for vacuuming up loose toddler snacks from car seats and car floors. The crevice tool can reach the gaps in my car and sofa cushions.
The Dyson V15 converts into a handheld, making it easy to tidy up the car.
Washable HEPA filter
I also love the washable HEPA cloth filter. Never run out of replacement filters again. Simply wash and let dry. I also bought a backup replacement filter so I don’t have to wait for the original filter to dry before using my beloved Dyson for another mess.
I love how easy it is to clean my Dyson HEPA filter. I have two replacement filters on deck, in case one is still wet from washing.
A well-performing vacuum cleaner with one drawback
My only complaint is the battery life when used on the best suction setting: boost mode. Dyson’s boost mode works well and picks up my dog’s hair, but it drains the battery quickly. To clean two floors in boost mode, it needs to be charged, which can take a few hours.
On the middle setting – automatic mode – I can clean the upstairs and downstairs of my 2,000-square-foot house on a single charge, and it works well on hard floors and quite well on carpet. Auto mode is fine for intermediate cleanings, but boost mode works best for thorough carpet cleaning.
Dyson’s three energy modes are Eco and Auto. Medium and Boost are designed for different tasks. Total battery life varies depending on power mode selection. I find Boost mode works best on pet hair, but it drains the battery quickly.
I found that if I use Dyson’s boost mode on the downstairs floor and then put the Dyson back on the charger, it charges enough to finish the upstairs while I mop the hard floor downstairs.
Will the Dyson V15 be on sale on Black Friday and Cyber Monday?
These appliances often go on sale during the holiday shopping season, so you should be looking for big savings this year. Plus, check back here often as we continue to round up the best Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals available right now.
