Vacuum Cleaners Discussions

 WRT customers doing their own shopping and deciding on dyson, I think they did in the past because of the overstated claim by sales persons that dysons didn't clog and the filters were virtually maintenance free.  Both myths.  Now widely known in the industry to be false. 

You said it all with the words I highlighted.  SEBO over dyson any day for a vacuum pro.  I agree.  Substitute any other indy-store vacuum brand for SEBO comparable in price to dysons.  What would you chose as better and sell to customers?

WRT vacuum customers doing their own shopping and deciding on dyson, they did in the past because of the overstated claims by sales persons that dysons didn't clog and the filters were virtually maintenance free.  Both are myths.  Now these claims are widely known in the industry as false.  Vacuum shoppers will shy away from dyson in the future in part due to the mediocre performance, in part the increased filter maintenance required for warranty, and most especially the high dyson prices.

With the cost of gas so high and going up, you have a point on shoppers and bags.  They may look elsewhere than the store of vacuum purchase.  They will probably go on-line and buy the bags to avoid gas and time. 

Carmine D.

I highlighted the relevant words in your post.  People that owned dysons know because they experienced the clogging filters and loss in suction.  First time dyson bagless buyers probably don't but they will be burdened with filter maintenance.  You and I know that most vacuum users won't do it.  You provided an excellent post on the overworked housewives leaving the bag and belt changes to their husbands when they get home from work.  Think those women will dump dirt bins let alone wash dyson filters monthly and quarterly?  No, probably not.  Viola, same problem with dyson as not changing an overfill bag.

$200 profit on a $500 retail vacuum.  Wow!  That's a huge mark up.  No wonder sales people exaggerated claims about dyson.  Profit motive!  I would sell dysons too but only if the customer insisted on dyson.  I would not recommend over any of the indy-store vacuum brands.  Bagless, dyson included, is a nightmare for most vacuum customers after they use.  Lots of hassles and high maintenance [dumping the bin, cleaning and replacing filters, and health hazards of dumping the dirt bin indoors].  Like Rainbows which top the list for price and pampering.

Carmine D.

If you live in the same filth daily that you are dumping why is it more hazardous after it has been vacuumed and then dumped?  I have never read a report about a fatality caused from dumping a dirt bin.

Did you read the Users Manual for your dyson.  Did you note the illustrations for dumping the dirt bin for allergy and asthma sufferers?  Two pages with illustrations in great detail and narrative on the proper disposal and dumping of the dyson dirt bin to avoid health risks.  All doctors advise allergy and asthma sufferers not to use bagless vacuums, dyson included.  Consumer Reports does also.  Me too!

You sold your DC07 too and now use two bagged upright vacuums. Royal Eminence and Kirby Sentria.  Excellent move.  You finally took my advice.

Carmine D.

  Think those women will dump dirt bins let alone wash dyson filters monthly and quarterly?  No, probably not.  Viola, same problem with dyson  as not changing an overfill bag.

$200 profit on a $500 retail vacuum.  Wow!  That's a huge mark up.  No wonder sales people exaggerated claims about dyson.  Profit motive!  I would sell dysons too but only if the customer insisted on dyson.  I would not recommend over any of the indy-store vacuum brands.  Bagless, dyson included, is a nightmare for most vacuum customers after they use.  Lots of hassles and high maintenance [dumping the bin, cleaning and replacing filters, and health hazards of dumping the dirt bin indoors].  Like Rainbows which top the list for price and pampering.

Carmine D.

The dyson bin is easy to dump.  Other bagless bins too.  Big Headache: Where do you dump it?  Inside?  Outside?  Either way, a hassle and problem.  Especially as the dysons bins get smaller.  What that's all about?

Dyson prices had to fall and MAP get scrubbed.  20 percent and more off the dyson MSRP is normal with added bonus of giftcards and store cash.  That's how the dyson brand survives now at the big box retailers.  Exclusive dyson models are long gone. 

Simple on the certifications.  The certs are granted for one reason and one reason only.  They are based on the users reading and following the dyson User Manual for dirt bin dumping.  Why do you think dyson devotes 2 pages of explicit detail and instructions.  [I'm sure you recommend to all your dyson buying customers who are allergy and asthma sufferers to read and follow the dyson instructions]. 

The halo with UV-C for germ killing is mentioned frequently.  The CEO, Mr. Garcia, commissioned a study to prove halos used regularly are better for asthma and allergy sufferers.  Why do you think halo comes with a paper bag?  Not bagless.  So doctors can recommend to their asthma and allergy patients?  You're getting warm.

Carmine D.