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Our buying guide will explain which type of vacuum cleaner would suit you most, how much you can expect to pay for one, and which features are worth looking out for.
GREAT DEEP CLEAN
Have had my Dyson for just over a month. It is the best Vacuum I have ever owned. Can go from carpet to lino to tile with no effort at all. Great for picking up that stubborn animal hair. The only downfall is on max suction the battery only lasts 6-10 minutes and takes hours to charge which is a little frustrating when you have a large home.
Purchased in November 2021 at Harvey Norman for $499.00.
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BatteryVictoria
- 3 reviews
- V8 Animal
- Verified purchase
Excellent for animal hair
I use mainly on carpet and its pet hair pick up is excellent, its very convenient and handy for spills etc. Probably a bit small as a main vacuum, I still like to use a power head every two weeks. Easy to use, light and very efficient.
Purchased in December 2021 at Myer Online Store for $599.00.
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SilvanaQLD, 4209
- 9 reviews
- 1 like
- V8 Animal
- Verified purchase
Love my dyson
I use it both on carpet and floor tiles - I have had it for about a year and now cannot live without it- it makes life easy and I use it everyday. Just letting you guys know this is my second dyson and I still have my first one and it is still going strong.
Purchased in March 2021 at good guys for $628.00.
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NerdyGreater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC
- 14 reviews
Awesome vacumn cleaner
The dyson animal vacumn cleaner is the one stop cleaner it cleans everything as l have carpet and wood flooring l also use it to vacumn the car out l totally recommend the dyson animal its awesome
Purchased in February 2021 at JB Hi-Fi.
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RoseHunter Region, NSW
Occasional aches or pains in your hands ? beware
I have wooden and carpeted areas in my house.
I am a middle aged fit healthy woman who loves to do gardening and my own handy man jobs, Like most people in their early sixties I also have a few occasional aches and pains in my hands which generally doesn't bother me unless I do heavy manual type activities ie tree pruning, hammering etc. for continued periods of time.
Was really looking forward to using my new V8 animal stick.
I found it lived up to my cleaning expectations however it is not as light as others on the market and the on off switc...Read more
Purchased in November 2021 for $599.00.
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JohnSydney, NSW
- 3 reviews
Shame they don't tell you about the Battery Life at point of sale
Bought the machine in August 2015. First battery died in 2017, just after the two years registered warranty period for the machine as a whole ran out. Replacement battery purchase in November 2017 and just died in October 2022. I'm told that there is no warranty on the battery 'because there are too many variables'. We followed religiously the instruction on keeping charged at all times and avoiding the max setting that I'm told cuts battery life by a third. My variables, therefore, are a smallish single storey house with two aged occupants an...Read more
d largely polished floors that we mop, so I assume that people with young families in Mac Mansions must be almost bringing them in with the weekly shop. At $85 a throw, they're not exactly cheap. Would never buy another Dyson.Purchased in August 2021 at JB Hi-Fi Retail Stores.
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Juanita A.Queensland
- 3 reviews
Soo good in shedding season!
I use it on tiles and plush carpets, furniture and mattresses, anywhere my cats roll up to sleep. It's been great, Abit loud and my long hair gets wrapped around the bottom Wich is annoying but the best animal vac I've had so far.
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StephanieCentral Highlands and Goldfields, VIC
Best Decision Of My Life Buying The V8 Animal
I can not believe the quality of my dyson v8 animal, I am absolutely thrilled with it! My favourite attachment is the little power head, made my jeep look brand new again highly highly recommended!
Purchased in September 2021 at Harvey Norman Retail Stores - Appliances for $599.00.
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Buddah71Sydney, NSW
- 4 reviews
Top Product
Recently purchased dyson V8 Animal, excellent vacuum, longer running time compared to other previous models which is great for larger houses, works excellent on all floor surfaces & not having to plug it in at power points is such a bonus.
Keep up the good work Dyson.
Purchased in August 2021 at Harvey Norman Retail Stores - Electronics for $599.00.
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DavoPerth, WA
- 5 reviews
- 1 like
Awesome Machine
Very happy with our Dyson V8 Animal. We have a 4 bed house with carpet and tile, and it handles these surfaces easily. We were initially concerned the battery wouldn't last cleaning the whole house, but so far it's done it easily. Good selection of attachments. The small power-head is perfect for our lounge suit. We have it hanging up in the laundry, where it's on constant charge, so it's always ready to go. Much more inclined to grab the Dyson than drag out your standard vacuum. No noticeable difference in depth of cleaning of carpets. Highly recommend this vacuum.
Purchased in September 2021 at JB Hi-Fi Retail Stores for $800.00.
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MartinSydney, NSW
- 12 reviews
2 batteries under 4 years - not worth the price it is asking
First battery died just under the 2 years warranty, Dyson then sent me a replacement free of charge (Relieved, and thought that was just a one off bad battery). The second one died under 1.5 years after replacement, now the question is do I need to keep buying battery every 1.5 years to use this vacuum? What an environmentally disaster piece of an appliance? We are encouraged to pollute the environment with died battery pack.
Not so good value for money. I was expecting the battery last something like 5 or 6 years, not short period like this. ...Read more
Purchased at David Jones Retail Stores for $750.00.
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SandySydney, NSW
- 2 reviews
Great customer service.
Tile and carpet. Performs very well. Rarely bring out the Meile vac. When the battery failed, I rang customer service who looked up my warranty and sent me a brand new battery!
Purchased in January 2021 at Bing Lee Physical store for $700.00.
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FreshGal
- 4 reviews
- 1 like
Not worth it
I bought this thinking it was gonna be a game changer but unfortunately the battery, suction and overall quality really let me down. I’m now considering a Kmart model as it’s cheaper
Purchased in January 2021 at Harvey Norman for $900.00.
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DJ21South East Queensland, QLD
- 3 reviews
- 1 like
My fur baby & clean home are both very important to me & the V8 Animal has been the best gift I've ever bought myself!
Life as a dog mum and domestic goddess doesn't always go hand in hand but thanks to the Dyson V8 Animal I am able to have the best of both and it truly is the best gift I've ever bought myself! It was worth the money and reasonably priced! Lightweight, compact, great design and I love everything it does. I've already recommended it to family and friends too because it's that good.
Purchased in June 2021 at The Good Guys for $699.00.
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JelenaGreater Melbourne (Outer), VIC
- 3 reviews
- 3 likes
Efficiency and great quality
Dyson vaccum V8 Animal using on carpet and tiles recently started using the product in my car as well. Amazing less dust in house since using this product. Great performance!!!
Purchased in April 2021 at Dyson for $799.00.
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Glen BusbyWide Bay-Burnett, QLD
- 3 reviews
Great appliance can’t do without
Used frequently on carpets and tiles. On carpet, picks up copious quantity of cat fur. On tiles works just as well but can be noisy at times. The wife suffers allergies and find the appliance very helpful
Purchased in January 2021.
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Master of pepperCentral Highlands and Goldfields, VIC
- 3 reviews
wifes new lover
I brought this ode vacuum the Dyson v8 animal on special at Harvey Norman for $699 if i remember correctly what more can i say but she loves it (beginning to think more than me) she tried my sisters a v6 model i think and wanted one so much i got sick of hearing about it and surprised her with the v8 animal modal (got this model because the man/child in me liked the name im also a rev head and small dog owner that hates fur everywhere) our house has never been cleaner my garage now has a Dyson dc 3 to use in it happy wife and a happy life thanks Dyson awesome product
Purchased in June 2021 at Harvey Norman for $699.00.
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Barbara AldridgeSouth East Queensland, QLD
- 2 reviews
Best Vacuum Ever
Will not buy any other brand. Great on tiles and carpet. After sales service is great. Eady to use. I have two dogs and this was why I bought a Dyson.
Purchased in September 2021.
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Happy mum59Greater Melbourne (Outer), VIC
- 2 reviews
Best vacuum cleaner ever!
I have 2 cats, 2 dogs and 2 kids and carpet, wood and tiled floors.
This vacuum cleaner handles dirt, fur and the different floor surfaces with ease.
My couches and chairs are now easy to keep fur free!
Lots of different attachments for different applications.
Light and user friendly and you can get a lot done with each charge.
Cannot recommend this product highly enough.
Purchased in June 2021.
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RoxanneSydney, NSW
- 3 reviews
this is one of the best and top range vacuums
I have 2 fur babies that live indoor with the 6 other adults in the house, we have wooden floors in the main living area of the house as well as the bedrooms, the hall way, back room and laundry have slate floors the vacuum just slides through so easily with no problems in cleaning all the areas.
The amount of hair is just unbelievable that is left around the house due to the 2 fur babies but I can always rely on my Dyson V8 Animal to do a great job in leaving my house nice and clean free of hair.
Purchased in November 2021 at The Good Guys for $499.00.
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Questions & Answers
Nicki C.asked
I have had my dyson V8 animal for a year and a half. Been working up till yesterday. Just stopped even though it was fully charged. I had the big brush on it and you get nothing. Also the smaller brush. However if i use the long tool it works. Cleaned all the filters thinking it could be that but still wont work when brushes are on. Also cleaned those out too. Any idea what could be causing this. Oh and have on a couple of occasion got a hint of a burning smell. Could the motor be on it way out?
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Dyson Team ..Dyson
We would encourage unplugging your machine and giving our Dyson Experts a call on 1800 239 766 with your machine prior to using it again.
Our Dyson Experts are available via our helpline on 1800 239 766 (please just have your machine handy when calling). We are open Monday - Friday 8am - 8pm and Saturday - Sunday 8:30am - 4pm AEST.
We look forward to hearing from you and getting your V8 Animal sorted.
KerriKasked
Purchased the Dyson V8 Animal 3rd Jan 2018 (so frustratingly, ONLY just out of warranty) from Harvey Norman Morayfield. My mother has a small 2 bedroom granny flat, and for the past 3 weeks has said that she is needing to re-charge mid clean. Today, she said it had taken 3 re-charges to complete cleaning. I have checked myself that machine is fully charged, only being run on high power, and after testing myself, found it was completely out of charge after only 6 minutes. Would appreciate some advice on what to do to remedy this problem.
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Dyson Team ..Dyson
Your Dyson V8 has two modes of suction; Max and high power. With the motorised head attached the machine will provide 25-30 minutes on high power mode. Without using a motorised tool it can run up to 40 minutes on high power mode. On Max mode, the machine will run for 7 minutes regardless of the tool in use.
Should you find your machine isn't achieving these run times, please get in touch with our Dyson Experts via [email protected] and we will only be happy to help.
TCAKasked
Brush head will not turn. Unit will turn on as normal
All contacts have been cleaned. Could there be a problem with the direct drive motor?
I removed the brush head and when I turn the unit on, I can see the direct drive motor rotate approx 1/4 turn, then it stops. The unit will still be on. Any help would be appreciated
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Dyson Team ..Dyson
We are sorry to hear the brushbar in your Direct Drive cleaner head isn't spinning. Based on the details provided, this could indicate something not right is happening within the head, however we would encourage getting in touch with our Dyson Experts to confirm.
Our team are available via [email protected] or 1800 239 766 (please have your machine handy) Monday - Friday 8am - 8pm and Saturday - Sunday 8:30am - 4pm AEDST.
We look forward to hearing from you and assisting.
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Dyson Team ..Dyson
We are sorry to hear you are unhappy with your Dyson V8 machine.
Our Dyson Experts are available and happy to discuss your concerns. Please just email [email protected] and we will be in touch.