Dyson Ball Animal 3 Upright Vacuum
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Key Takeaways
- Type:Upright Vacuum Cleaner
- Price:$394.99(2% off from $403.97)
- Rating:4.3/5 stars (130 reviews)
- Best For:Homes with lots of carpet
- Features:Standard features
- Status:In Stock
- Weight:17.33 lbs
The Dyson Ball Animal 3 Upright Vacuum is an upright vacuum cleaner from Dyson priced at $394.99. It offers a 17.33 lb body. Owners rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 130 reviews. It is in stock now.
Dyson is a premium vacuum brand founded in 1991, headquartered in Singapore. Known for: Cyclonic separation, Bagless technology, Cordless vacuums.
Quick Specs
- Weight
- 17.33 lb
- Form factor
- Corded upright with Ball steering
- Cleaner head
- Self-adjusting, de-tangling brush roll
- Power
- Unlimited (corded)
- Specialty
- Pet hair removal, deep carpet cleaning
- Maneuverability
- Ball technology for precise steering
- Recommended surfaces
- All carpet types, hard floors
- Best for
- Pet owners, large homes, deep cleaning sessions
About This Vacuum
The Dyson Ball Animal 3 is a full-size upright vacuum built for homes with pets and heavy cleaning needs. It uses Dyson's cyclone technology and an engineered brush roll that resists hair wrap. The Ball design steers easily around furniture and tight corners, while the self-adjusting cleaner head adapts to different carpet heights and hard floors. It delivers strong suction for deep carpet cleaning and pulling out embedded pet hair, work where cordless models struggle. At 17.33 lb, it's heavy, but the ball design makes it easier to push than traditional uprights. Being corded means unlimited runtime for whole-house cleaning, a real advantage in homes over 1,500 square feet where battery life runs out. The tradeoffs are real: you're plugged into outlets, it takes up storage space, and carrying it upstairs requires effort. For pet owners and families dealing with embedded dirt and allergens daily, the sustained suction and brush technology deliver results lighter cordless models can't.
Frequently Asked Questions
Reviewers praise its strong suction for picking up dirt, debris, and pet hair across various floor surfaces.
Two-thirds of users find it easy to maneuver and navigate around furniture and tight spaces, thanks to the ball design and swivel steering.
Most customers report a moderate noise level that's acceptable for household use.
For pet hair, look for vacuums with strong suction (minimum 20,000 Pa for robot vacuums, 150+ AW for cordless), specialized pet hair attachments, and HEPA filtration that captures 99.97% of particles. Top-rated options include the Dyson V15 Detect ($749), Shark Navigator Lift-Away ($199), and Bissell Pet Hair Eraser ($329). According to our price tracking data, these vacuums maintain consistent 4.5+ star ratings across thousands of reviews.
Most vacuum filters should be replaced every 3-6 months, depending on usage frequency and household conditions. HEPA filters typically last 12-18 months with regular cleaning. For bagless vacuums, clean washable filters every 1-2 weeks. Replacement filters cost between $15-$50 depending on the brand. Failing to replace filters can reduce suction power by up to 50%.
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Quick Specs
- Weight
- 17.33 lb
- Form factor
- Corded upright with Ball steering
- Cleaner head
- Self-adjusting, de-tangling brush roll
- Power
- Unlimited (corded)
- Specialty
- Pet hair removal, deep carpet cleaning
- Maneuverability
- Ball technology for precise steering
- Recommended surfaces
- All carpet types, hard floors
- Best for
- Pet owners, large homes, deep cleaning sessions
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