Dyson Humdinger Handheld Vacuum Cleaner

Best purchase we ever made

I had been looking for this vacuum for a bit and finally was able to get one. First of all let me say that overall this vacuum works great for what I need it for. I wanted something to suck up all the hair after a haircut off the floor instead of getting the giant Dyson out and having to deal with cords and attachments, this thing just cuts to the business and gets the job done quick. The other great thing is emptying out contents is so simple, you simply push down on the lever and it opens up and drops out (you can even go further by removing the entire tube and clean it fully with compressed air or cloth). This vacuum is not cheap by any means but if you can look past that remember that you get the Dyson quality with this purchase. The last thing I want to mention as a CON is Dyson shows a wall mount for this unit, however Dyson themselves got back to me telling me that it's not available and no idea as to when it would be available.

I like Dyson products and have many. However, this Humdinger is shocking for how weak the suction power is for something that costs so much. I liken it to a Black & Decker $39 handheld which are decent suction for the price, but you wouldn't pay $260 for it. I picked up my old Dyson V7 Car and Boat vacuum and compared them: the V7 was at LEAST double the suction power. Which is what I've come to expect from a handheld. Then when you look at them together you realize that the motor/venturi component of the V7 is at least twice as big as the Humdinger, which makes sense now. But they market it as the most powerful lightweight handheld, but it's only half right, it's lightweight for sure. I wish the suction was up to the typical Dyson standards, then it would be flying off the shelves.It was initially VERY frustrating that I could not find a wall mount for the Humdinger. Not sure why they decided not to offer one...big mistake. But that issue is moot now that I returned the Humdinger and bought a new V8 direct from Dyson for about $70 more than the Humdinger and I even get floor attachments.On a side note: I finally figured out that if you pay Dyson's rip off prices for a replacement battery (at Dyson.com), it will last a long time, just like the original battery. If you go for the cheaper replacements found on Amazon which I did several times, they'll last on average about two or three months and start shutting off every ten seconds on a full charge.

Dyson design features and build quality great, as usual. A bit disappointed in the suction, which is not as strong as what I've enjoyed with other Dyson vacs.Update 22-Mar-2025: Accidentally discovered the Max button (silver one next to the red on/off button). Happy with teh suction now.

This is my second Dyson battery powered vacuum and the first one was the $500.- set with most attachments you don't really need. It lasted about 10 years and worked well, not bad.This one is the $200.- version with only 3 attachments that I use regularly. Let's start with the pros.Pro: It is (only) $200-Attachments are useful and work wellCons: On/off switch is located in the front of the vacuum. There are no words that would possibly explain that strange location.After using your second hand to turn the unit on you will proceed to push the second button labeled Turbo. So it will take you 2 button pushes with your seconds hand to turn the unit on.Very weak suction! Operating the unit in normal mode will not pick up a fly from the floor! You have to use the Turbo mode.Moving to another room or location you will find yourself turning the unit off to preserve battery power and reduce noise. Then would will use your second hand again to turn the unit on and then press the second Turbo button to establish meaningful suction to pick up anything.There is no charging station, you will plug in a cord manually while the unit sits around somewhere.Other than that it's a Dyson.

Suction great but buttons small and difficult to press

Easily the best $300 I’ve spent this year. It’s light, powerful and really easily to use and empty. I’ve only had it for a couple of weeks so I can’t comment on the longevity, but so far I absolutely love it.

I amAstonished how powerful the suction is one swipe and dirt gone. Light and quick on my stair treads. Perfect for all ur jobs. Especially if you have animal hair to pick up . Plus the charge lasts 30 minutes can’t ask for anything more. And it is not hard to clean and no odor. Clean fast and perfect