The Dyson Ball Animal 2 (not to be confused with the Dyson Small Ball Animal 2 – see below) is a pricier alternative to the Small Ball Allergy. One of the big differences is that it has a pet tool, making it a better choice for people who need to vacuum lots of hair. It also has a wider cleaning radius, due to the longer power cord and hose.

Like the Sebo cleaners, these slim appliances are suitable for a range of surfaces and offer fantastic performance. They’re also perfect for getting into tight spaces and corners, so you can do a more thorough clean. While cylinder cleanersare very popular with our customers, many people like the sheer power that comes with an upright model. We don’t recommend this vacuum for pet owners though. As we mentioned earlier in this Dyson Small Ball Allergy review, there’s no pet tool included. Instead, look for a model with a mini motorised tool, as this is essential for removing hair on furniture, stairs, and car interiors. Dyson Small Ball Allergy Price & Value for MoneyDyson calls this model a “lightweight” vacuum, although we don’t completely agree with this statement. At 6.9kg, it’s a bit below average for an upright, but certainly not the lightest on the market. On the plus side, it’s lighter than the Dyson Ball Animal 2, which is one of its closest competitors, and the Ball technology greatly improves manoeuvrability compared with many uprights. Thinking of buying the Dyson Small Ball Allergy? Make sure you read our in-depth review to find out whether it’s the right vacuum for your household!

If you have pets and your budget can stretch to the Ball Animal 2, it’s definitely an upgrade on the Small Ball Allergy. With that said, both are excellent vacuums. Dyson Small Ball Allergy Vs Dyson Small Ball Animal 2 While the floorhead isn’t as flashy as those found on Dyson uprights (there’s no Soft Roller, for example,) it does a good job on all surfaces. The corded design also provides more suction than a cordless vac, which is why the floorhead doesn’t need to be as advanced. Other Tools and Accessories Not everyone wants a bulky upright vacuum cleaner. That’s why we also specialise in cordless, lightweight models from Bosch. These models come with a rechargeable lithium battery so they can be used without being plugged in – so there’s no more getting tangled up in trailing cables. It also has three airflow modes, adjusted via a slider on the floorhead, allowing you to reduce the suction on carpets and rugs so it’s easier to push.There’s no internal collar, however, which means that hair and other debris can sometimes need to be pulled out by hand. We also think that the buttons for removing and emptying the bin are surprisingly stiff, which is a strange oversight from Dyson. Dyson Small Ball Allergy Tools & Accessories Let’s take a closer look at how it performs at some of the most common house cleaning tasks compared with other corded cleaners. Carpets With that said, we think it provides enough power to do a decent job when using the extendable hose, and the stair tool is useful for getting right up to edges. Pet Hair Unlike some cheaper uprights, which rely on suction power to turn the brush bar, the Dyson has a direct-drive motor in the Epicyclic floorhead. This powers the brush bar and allows it to dig deeper into carpet fibres.

There are also four non-motorised tools included. These are a combination brush (which is both a brush and crevice tool attachment,) stair tool, mattress tool, and a soft dusting brush. The combination tool is probably the most useful, but we like that Dyson has included tools that don’t usually come with upright vacs. It might not be the most popular chore, but when it comes to vacuuming, you need a reliable product from a brand you can trust. How does this vacuum compare to other upright models? And is it really an allergy-friendly vacuum cleaner? Keep reading our Dyson Small Ball Allergy review to find out. Overview of the Dyson Small Ball Allergy’s Key Features Like all Dyson uprights, the Small Ball Allergy is built with Radial Root Cyclone technology. This is a technology that captures dust in a way that doesn’t decrease in efficiency as the canister fills up. While this might not seem like the most exciting feature, it’s great that there’s no loss of suction when the dust container is close to full. Unfortunately, this model doesn’t come with a motorised pet tool. This makes the vacuum less efficient at removing hair from upholstery, stairs, and car interiors. There’s onboard storage for one or two tools, but you’ll need to store the others separately. Dyson Small Ball Allergy Suction Power & Cleaning PerformanceA useful feature is that you can switch off the rotating brush bar bristles when on hard floors. This is handy for avoiding scattering and preventing delicate floors from being damaged. Stairs We have a range of models, from compact upright vacuum cleaners to vacuums with a little more power, meaning you can choose one that's right for your home. It’s also significantly quieter than the DC40’s noise level, which was one of Dyson’s previous flagship uprights. Filtration Vacuuming stairs is often cumbersome with an upright, and that’s the case with the Dyson. The hose isn’t quite long enough to reach up stairs, so you’ll need to clean from the top and bottom. There’s also no motorised miniature tool, which means you need to rely on suction alone.