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Dyson DC16 Root 6 Handheld Vacuum Cleaner | 
| Brand: Dyson
Category: Kitchen
List Price: $149.00
Buy New: $134.49
You Save: $14.51 (10%)
Rating:  200 reviews
Sales Rank: 427
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 5.9
Dimensions (in): 15.2 x 9.8 x 6.5
MPN: 00099
Model: DC16
UPC: 852184000990
EAN: 0852184000990
ASIN: B000I5Q1IC
Release Date: October 12, 2006
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Shipping: Expedited shipping available
Condition: Brand new in sealed box, never used! NOT refurbished!
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| Features:
| • | Bagless handheld vacuum cleaner with Root Cyclone technology | | • | Twice the suction of other handhelds; recharges 3 times faster | | • | Cordless; picks up large debris; 1-touch cup-emptying system | | • | Battery charger, crevice tool, and combination accessory tool included | | • | Measures 4-2/7 by 18-2/7 by 8-8/9 inches; 2-year warranty |
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Product Description
Only handheld that doesn't lose suction with double the suction power of other handhelds / 3 times faster charging / Cordless / Bagless Crevice tool Large debris pick up High velocity airflow tools LED battery indicator Durable tough construction Clear bin for easy cleaning
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| Customer Reviews: Read 195 more reviews...
 DEFECTIVE DYSON: ALL DESIGN AND NO FUNCTION. PURE OVERPRICED JUNK. May 2, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
As an owner of several Dyson uprights, I was excited about the Root 6. Finally, a portable vac for quick pick ups around the house. However, as it turns out, this vacuum poorly performed from the time it was out of the box: it has horrible battery life; a charger that doesn't charge; a main unit that will work, if you are lucky, around six months.
After contacting Dyson customer service I was told Dyson was having supplier issues. I was promptly sent a remanufactured unit (I was told I was getting a new unit) which failed to work after less than 10 days. I've also been sent two new batteries and two chargers. Today, the unit hasn't been used more than 10 minutes and is no longer functioning.
The reason for all the defects? It doesn't matter which customer service agent you ask, all of them wil tell you Dyson is currently having "supplier issues" in regard to the Root 6. Manufactured in China, it appears Dyson root 6 has more than a few dissatisfied customers and more than a few poorly performing hand held vacuums. This vacuum is a real disappointment. It looks great but performs poorly. I was recently told to send the unit back and Dyson will determine the cause of the problem. Without sending it in, I can tell you this vacuum is pure junk. I've never owned a piece of equipment with which I've had so much trouble. The Dyson Root 6 is the biggest piece of garbage I've ever owned. Don't believe the Dyson hype on this vacuum. Stay away from the Dyson root 6 at all costs. It is a complete waste of money and you will most certainly be disappointed.
 Great Product-Love it. April 24, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I got this for a Christmas gift and 4 months later still love it. It has great suction and it is easy to empty. The charging stand is very convenient.
I read the reviews about poor battery life and that's what prompted me to write a review. I have never found the battery to lose power, but I use it for cleanups and small jobs around the house, which I what I presume this product was made for. It is not, after all, a shopvac.
Don't be afraid of the battery life, unless you plan on cleaning your whole house with this.
 The perfect analogy for the Dyson Root 6 April 7, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Would you rather have 6 minutes of glorious ecstasy, or 30 minutes of completely boring Stiffy McStiffish?
The DC16 gives you 6 minutes of glorious sucking. But minus one star because 12 minutes in heaven is better than 6 minutes in heaven. I imagine if someone at Dyson set their mind to it, 12 minutes would be possible.
My favorite vaccuum April 2, 2008
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
When I bought this vacuum, I was so excited to get it out and try it right away that I opened the box in the car on the way home from the store. I almost made my husband turn around and drive us back to the store when I read the "Lasts up to 6 minutes!" on the box...somehow I had missed reading that before I checked out. But we were already on the thruway, so I shrugged and said, "It better be a spectacular six minutes."
It was. I'll break it down a bit more for you.
Pros:
* Great suction! Amazing. It really doesn't lose suction. When it's dead, it's dead...no winding down transition that I have noticed.
* Charges quickly. A couple of hours and you're good to go again. It also has little lights that let you know about how much power is left and when it's on the charger they let you know when it's at full blast again.
* Attachments (crevice tool, duster brush, also it appears as though you can use other Dyson attachments not included)
* So easy to maneuver when vacuuming out the car as compared to something that uses a hose...hate hate hate a hose catching on everything. I didn't even use the crevice tool because the regular attachment seems to get everywhere.
* Easy empty...you push a button, the bottom drops out, dirt falls into trash. Pet hair tends to end up in a ball that you might have to swish out with your finger or a pencil, but it's still quick and painless.
* No filters to buy! Directions say to hand wash a part, but I havent gotten it dirty enough yet, so I dont know if it's a pain or not.
* Sucks up big klunky things seemingly without any damage. I know this because my son broke a salt shaker, and I tried to pick up the big pieces by hand but missed one. It sucked it up with no problems. It's also picked up pennies and stuff like that with no damage.
Cons:
* not the greatest with dog hair embedded in a couch, although, to be fair, it's the same with dog hair as any other vacuum that doesn't use brush rollers. It'll get it up, but you have to run over it a zillion times.
* advertised run time is 6 minutes but actual run time I found to be a bit longer...maybe 7-8 minutes, and the nice thing is that as long as you aren't holding down the button continuously that whole time, you have enough time to vacuum a big staircase, or a car. If you wanted to do both right in a row, you're out of luck.
I'm so glad I didn't take it back, because I dont have time to tackle a lot of vacuum projects at once anyway, so it's not an issue for me. I like that it's small enough to just always keep out...no dragging the big vacuum out and then putting it all back. I've had other hand vacs and never ever used them because they didnt suck anything up. I mean NOTHING. It was literally quicker to pick lint up with my fingers. This handheld Dyson is like having a mini full sized vacuum.
I highly recommend this vacuum for multitaskers like me who move quickly from one chore to the next...if you have 15 minutes here and there to clean, this is the one for you. I vacuum something, then move on to dishes and laundry as it's charging. If you're flexible like me, it can work. If you're hoping to use this to clean your whole house in one shot, you should get a full sized vacuum instead.
 must have for parents despite short battery life March 31, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
Yes, the battery life is barely long enough for a quick car cleaning. But because of how easy it is to empty and how well it sucks up our kids' mess this vacuum is a lifesaver. Before spilled cheerios or rice krispies were a big headache. Now we just grab the dyson off the kitchen wall, suck, and empty. Mission accomplished. The key factor is you don't have to touch the mess with your fingers. I purchased two black&decker pivot nose vacuums for my business at a third of the price but I hate using it. The nozzle and canister clog up frequently so that you get to use your fingers to fish out the mystery hair-garbage-dust ball. For a $150 handheld dyson, you expect the best which it is except for the poor battery life where it loses 2 stars.
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