No more corded vacuums to be developed by Dyson

[sensotronic]

The new Dyson V10 has been launched with an announcement that Dyson will not be developing any corded vacuums in future, so it may be time to stock up on corded machines while you can. Seems strange that Dyson are more or less phasing out corded cleaners, but cordless models are all over the place now, though I haven't used one that could replace a mains powered cleaner yet.

I would like one, but I still have a V7 and V8 to unbox, though I have asked Dyson for a freebie, but I'm not holding my breath.



http://www.wired.co.uk/article/dyson-cyclone-v10

 

[sensotronic]

Another link about the V10.

http://https//www.telegraph.co.uk/t...p-developing-corded-vacuum-cleaners-25-years/

 

[vacfan1982]

I had a feeling this was going to happen
Could this be the beginning of the end of corded vacuums!

I do like the look of the V10 but I don't like the price

I would like one though!

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[crazykirbydude]

And just when I thought Dyson couldn't get any worse... XD

 

[vacfan1982]

Could be a big mistake. Surely it's going to hit their sales?

I bet Shark will be laughing all the way to the bank

 

[luxkid1980]

Interesting. The wave of the future perhaps? Of course, not all manufacturers are going to jump ship and follow suit and I certainly don't see any of the commercial machines going to cordless models (not anytime soon at least).

 

[honestjoe68]

Ok, if this is actually the case.. I guess we are all stuck with the Cinetic or Ball Animal 2.

I’ve been very disappointed to see Dyson diversifying to Lighting, Hair Dryers, etc.. when all I’ve wanted is a practical and functional designed vacuum... less Transformers, more about the cleaning performance!

Don’t get me wrong, I love my Dyson vacuums, my Heater and Fans... but the Dyson Ball Animal 2 is Sooooo close, just a few more design changes and I think they could satisfy the needs of a large majority of their potential customers.

I wish my Ball Animal 2 had the following tweaks... Suction Control for both the floorhead and the attachment tool hose. Easier/Cleaner Dirt bin emptying..l the V8 and Cinetic Canister is close and much more effective way to empty. Offer a SOFT brushroll replacement option for those of us with delicate carpeting or shiny hardwood floors.. some like me do not think “turning the brushroll Off” is an effective way to clean hardwood floors. (@bikerray you’re on to something great with your latest post!) With all Dyson technological designs and breakthroughs... why have they still not come up with a “check/clean Filter” indicator or Bluetooth app to remind those folks (not as diligent as some of us) to rinse their filters. Lastly, make the attachment hose long enough and supple enough to be used without it collapsing tightly against itself when you use the tools.. Lol it’s such strong suction I think the vacuum is going to attack me if I cover the end of the hose briefly.

Either way.. it is what it is.. Dyson will do what they want, not what the consumer wants. I’m all for development of new cordless vacuums BUT I still want the option to buy a cool, kick A*s new corded vacuum too.

Thanks guys for sharing the links to articles, I appreciate the information. Sorry Mark, I couldn’t get your link to work? Might be since I’m in the US?

Exciting, interesting but slightly worrisome news for a corded vacuum collector.. but at least I won’t have to worry about my Cinetic or Ball Animal 2 becoming obsolete by a new model soon. Lol

 

[tazcatsdad]

You can bet your booty that I won't be buying one!

<span style="font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;">Cordless cleaners are fine for quick pick-ups, but that's about all they're good for (IMHO, anyway).  If one wants true cleaning power, there's no substitute for a corded vacuum!</span>


 


<span style="font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;">I've even tried using cordless power nozzles like the Miele Accu-Nova, which is essentially a battery-powered SEB 217: believe me, it's not that great.  No matter how long I charge the battery for, I can only get a few minutes' run time out of it before I have to either recharge the battery or put in the replacement.</span>


 


<span style="font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;">So long story short: thanks but no thanks, Sir James!  I'll be sticking to my old corded relics!</span>


 


<span style="font-family: 'trebuchet ms', geneva;">Bill W.</span>

 

[vacfan1982]

It won't be long till cordless can match a corded vac and battery technology is advancing very fast.

In the not too distant future corded vacs will become obsolete apart from very niche market.

 

[luxkid1980]

@vacfan1982

That's a good point. Items like push mowers have started years ago. I was skeptical about even considering buying one for years but when Kobalt came out with a lightweight mulching/bagged push mower with 2 lithium ion batteries that each run about 30 or more minutes (depending on grass height), I was sold and bought one. I couldn't be happier with its performance. Beats pushing that previous heavy mower around and having to stop it to fill it up again with gas. Plus, I can use one battery in the mower while the other is charging - only takes them 30 minutes or less to fully charge!

I am interested in that new Oreck Pod vacuum that is coming out, but it states it takes 2.5 hours to fully charge the battery...wish it was less time.

 

[n0oxy]

big mistake

The fact is, cordless vacuums are not as powerful as corded ones, even corded machines from 30 or 40 years ago are more powerful than a cordless. I wonder if Dyson will continue to sell their current corded models or if they will no longer be made. The only cordless vacuum related item I have is the Volt nozzle. I think Dyson is making a big mistake with this decision, but time will tell.
Mike

 

[vacfan1982]

Dyson claim that the V10 on max power is as powerful as a corded cleaner and they will keep improving them and the battery power over the next few years.

The end of corded vacuums is coming.

 

[madaboutsebo]

I’m not surprised by this news from Dyson as James Dyson himself has hinted in interviews in the past that he eventually will go fully cordless with his vacuum cleaners in the future!

Here in the UK people seem to live busier lifestyles (probably in other Countries too) most people don’t do or have time to do weekly deep cleans anymore! They want easy to use and quick to use products around the house and cordless vacuum cleaners give them that grab and go to clean messes up as they go or to clean around quickly. Some may probably have a corded vacuum cleaner for weekly cleans still! You only have to look at how popular Gtech are in the UK with their cordless range too especially with the older generation but also the young too!

@honestjoe68 looking at some of the reviews already there is a filter indicator that tells you if the filter requires washing or is not fitted as the machine monitors air pressure and altitude pressure apparently!

I still love using my corded vacuums..... Vorwerk and SEBO! I wouldn’t be surprised if Vorwerk in the future go cordless!

 

[mike811]

V10 sure looks cool and it promises a lot, but I am not convinced until they can actually perform like the corded ones.
Lets take for example the airflow performance. V8 has 30 cfm and average corded vacuum has 70 cfm. Best bagged vacuums has over 100 cfm.
Yes I know that the airflow isn't everything, but in my own experience it's very important to get true cleaning performance with the agitation and suction.
So there is still long way to develop the cordless vacuums to match the mains powered vacuums.

 

[madaboutsebo]

Apparently James Dyson has said in an interview today "Yes, it's scary. We could be completely wrong. I just believe that this is the way to go."

 

[drsnuggle]

Sad news indeed

I do not have any cordless vacuum in my collection. I find them rather uninteresting. Ibaisiac you must have a lot of batteri chargers on your walls, I suppose

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The only cordless that has my attention is The Lupe One,  but I don't know how they have progressed. Interesting post this.



http://https//www.lupetechnology.com/

 

[madaboutsebo]

I hear the Lupe One is coming out later this year!

They have put a bit more information on the website since I last looked with a full picture of the machine.

Check out the website here...

https://www.lupetechnology.com

Be interesting to see how this does, plus I’m interested to see how Oreck Cordless POD does to! Not sure we will get that in the UK!

 

[juju93]

Whats I like and dislike about the v10

I was totally shocked when I saw this unit today. I was especting a v10 of some sort to come out in the future (like around 2020) and I say this because the v8 was just release like a little over a year and a half ago and then the v7 not even a year ago. What I like about this unit is that theres a bigger bin and also the self cleaning bin thats also on the v7 and v8. I also like the indicators on the machine letting us know of battery level, blockages and more. What I also like is the fact they use the same tools as the v7 and v8. What I don't like about the v10 soft roller cleaner head is the fact that it has that small blue roller on the back of the brush. Like if you look at a v7 and some later v8 units, the soft rollerr head only has the one thick roller, which is in my opinion better than the original soft roller head with the 2 rollers (the tiny thin blue one in the back and the thick one in the front). The new soft roller head on the v7 (absolute) and newer v8s only having that one roller makes it easier and less hassle to clean. Does anyone know what I'm talking about? Im curious as to how that new direct drive brush bar will affect the time on these units.

 

[sensotronic]

Reading the article again, it says that Dyson will stop developing corded vacuums in the next 25 years, so they will still be producing corded machines. Who knows where vacuum cleaners will be in 25 years, but I suspect cordless and robotic machines will be the main sellers.