Overall Score: 69/100
Tested February 2018
With its sleek and sophisticated exterior, Dyson's Ball Multi Floor is easy on the eye as well as in use. This vacuum cleaner effortlessly steers and glides along the floor, and as every tool can be stored on-board, it's convenient for storing its attachments. That being said, its overall shape is fairly bulky and it cannot sit up on its end, which would reduce the footprint for storage. Its shape also makes it awkward to use on the stairs, as those with more narrow steps may struggle to balance it!
This vacuum cleaner works best on carpet and laminate flooring. It scored decent results across the rest of the board, however, it does struggle with pet hair removal, needing at least 10 sweeps to clear the floor in our test. On the whole, it would suit most households, although not so much those with pets or narrow stairs.
Available from: dyson.co.uk
Price when tested: £339.99 - £339.99
Loud - this product has been scientifically assessed and found to be louder than most in this category.
GHI Expert Verdict
This vacuum cleaner has an innovative shape which helps the ease of use in terms of steering and control. However, it also makes it a little awkward to store as it is fairly bulky and cannot stand on its end. It's a decent all-round performer, although it does struggle with pet hair removal!
Overall Score: 69/100
RATINGS:
- Ease of use: 4/5
- Design: 4/5
- Performance: 3/5
- Instructions: 4/5
WE LIKED
- It performs well on carpet and laminate flooring.
- It is simple to use.
- The tools and attachments can be stored on-board the body of the vacuum cleaner.
- It has an attractive appearance.
WE DIDN'T LIKE
- It stuggles with pet hair removal.
- It can also struggle to balance on more narrow stairs.
- It is quite bulky in shape and cannot stand on its end, making it awkward to store.
- The dust canister can be tricky to re-position.
All product information provided by the manufacturer is correct at time of publication.
