While having a max mode for stubborn dirt is often helpful – particularly in a vehicle – be mindful that it drastically reduces the run-time to just 6 minutes.

Who Should Buy It: If you suffer from a dust allergy that’s particularly bad at night, the V6 Mattress could be a great option for reducing dust mites – at least if used along with other methods. It can also be used around the home with the crevice and combination tools. Dyson V6 Car & BoatFor tougher patches, use the persistent dirt brush. Although the Car and Boat have enough suction to clean carpets, it isn’t built to clean vast areas of the floor.

While you probably won’t use this option too often, it’s a handy feature for particularly stubborn dirt. Just don’t overuse it if you’ve got lots of cleaning to do! Hygienic Emptying Thankfully, the small motorized tool works well for removing pet fur. For especially stubborn spots, you should turn to the rigid brush. You’ll enjoy the Car and Boat if your new vacuum has trouble removing fur from stairs or car seats. Battery Life

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One of the more controversial features is Dyson’s trigger system. Instead of having an on/off switch, you need to hold down the trigger while using the V6. The downside to these extra V6 models is that choosing can be confusing. While it’s great to have choice, we think Dyson has made it surprisingly difficult to find out exactly how the V6 models compare.

The Standard only includes the basic motorised cleaner head. While this is effective at cleaning all floor types, it’s not as powerful as the direct-drive cleaner head, nor as effective on hard floors as the soft roller. Who Should Buy It: If you want the most powerful suction for digging deep into carpet fibres, the Absolute is the best choice. The hard floor cleaner head is a welcome addition, although if you have only hard floors the Total Clean or Fluffy is the better option. If you suffer from allergies, the Absolute has extra filtration systems to stop allergens escaping.Dyson has become a household name thanks to a variety of brands that combine forward-thinking technology with a quirky and convincing bundle to meet a variety of daily needs. After using their vacuuming products for the past two years, I’ve come to admire Dyson’s cordless vacuums for their reliability and effectiveness. Rigid Crevice Tool – Most vacuums come with a crevice tool as standard equipment, and the Car and Boat is no different. It can be used to clean car seat spaces.

There are two filters in the Dyson V6 Car and Boat: a main filter and a post-motor filter. The filter system is washable and easy to clean, so you’ll want to keep it clean to keep the suction strength from declining. Who Should Buy It: The direct-drive cleaner head and stubborn dirt brush mean the Animal Extra is a big step up from the standard Animal. It also has a higher price – but we think it’s worth it if your home has lots of carpets. For homes with mainly hard floors, however, we recommend the Total Clean, Absolute or Fluffy for their hard floor tools. Dyson V6 Total Clean Handheld-only models, such as the Top Dog, Trigger and Car & Boat, don’t come with the extension tube and usually have fewer accessories or tools. The upside is they are typically cheaper than full models. We also think the handheld versions are great for spot cleaning. V6 Digital Motor It’s the most expensive V6​ (along with the Absolute), but is the only model to come with both the direct-drive and soft roller cleaner heads. The direct-drive is a powerful tool that digs deep into carpets, while the soft roller is fantastic for getting rid of both large and small particles on hard floors. It also comes with the mini motorised tool for removing pet hair or dirt from sofas, stairs or cars.

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When using non-motorized tools, the Dyson V6 set has a run-time of 20 minutes. This will work for the majority of cleaning jobs, like the typical car or boat. The trigger mechanism also contributes to a longer average run time. The upside is that the effective battery time is increased, as the vacuum isn’t running when you’re changing position or moving between rooms. Some people find it annoying to always hold the trigger though. While we think the trigger system is a handy option for increasing battery life, we would prefer Dyson to include the choice of a continuous mode (like the Hoover FD22G) on future models.​ 20 Minute Run-Time Are you thinking of buying a V6 but don’t know which to choose? Or are you confused about the differences between the Absolute, Animal and other models? To help you find the best V6 for your requirements, we’ve compared each model below. The Fluffy also comes with the motorised cleaner head for carpets.​ This isn’t as effective as the direct-drive at digging deep into carpets, but can still do a good job. The mini motorised tool is also included. Additionally, the V6 Mattress has the same post motor filter and sealed design found on the Absolute. This is one of the reasons why it’s been approved by the Allergy Standards as “Asthma and Allergy Friendly.”