DC39/37
Hi, Gareth.
I saw the video for the DC39 and I'm really liking what I see. Having used both, how would you describe the funtional differences between the DC39 and the older DC23 Turbinehead?
Dyson claims an improved cyclone design offering improved filtering and greater power. Do you find this to be true?
One thing I do not like about the DC23 is how the handle is connected to the removable bin. Because there is some wiggly play between the bin and the main body when the bin is clicked into place, this unfortunate flaw arises: the main body will pull away from the bin due to gravity when you lift the vacuum by the handle. Because of the play, the seal between the bin and the main body gets compromised and releases to some degree. That means it's leaking suction at that point. The motor is pulling air from the hose and through the cylinder, as it should, but is now also pulling in air from that compromised seal behind the cylinder. That reduces suction and airflow at nozzle. The result is that if you need to lift the vacuum by the handle to do above floor cleaning (as you might often need to do due to the short hose), you lose suction and airflow performance due to the compromised seal.
It's clearer when you look at a picture (credit to williamr1248, who posted this pic in another thread). The seal in question is located at the flat part where the blue top of the cylinder meets the main body, just above the vent port. As you can see, the handle is attached to the cylinder. As the vacuum gets lifted up, the main body pulls down, compromising that seal. I'm just guessing, but I'd estimate there's at least 1/8" of play if not a bit more. It's enough to cause a suction leak when the vac is lifted from that handle. You can clearly hear it when it happens.
It seems that they've solved that problem on the DC39, as the handle is solidly molded in to the main vacuum body itself. There's nothing to pull the cylinder away from its seating when the vacuum is lifted.
Anyway, that's my main peeve about the DC23. Would you say the DC39 is any quieter?
Even with it's flaws, I find the older Dyson to perform well. I can only imagine the DC39 is that much better. I know Tristars are very highly regarded, but I have say, I think my Dyson is notably more powerful. I have 3 Tristar CXLs and a Miracle Mate and I feel that way about all of them. The Dyson is not as much fun to use, however, feeling a bit plasticky. But I still really like my Dyson canister a lot. It's a stronger performer, if not as much fun to use as the Tristar. I'll be keeping an eye out for a good deal on a DC39.
