DC07 vs

There were 8 different series of Dyson Upright Vacuum Cleaners but 3 of the Series (DC07, DC15 & DC18) have been discontinued as New Technology has been introduced.
the DC07 Series, the DC14 Series, the DC15 Series, the DC17 Series,
the DC18 Series, the DC24 Series the DC25 Series and the DC28 Series

Within these Series, there are 2 different Models the "All Floors",
the "Animal".

When you buy a machine in a particular series, regardless of the name of it, the vacuum is basically the same. The difference between say a Dyson DC25 "Animal" and a Dyson DC25 "All Floors" unit, is the accessories that are included and the color of the vacuum. (The All Floors is yellow and comes with the standard on board accessories while Animal vacuum is purple and comes with extra accessories. Other than that they are virtually identical vacuums.

Dyson DC07 Series

Dyson DC07 - The Dyson DC07 was the oldest model in the Dyson line. It has been discontinued and replaced by the Dyson DC14 Series.
The DC07 Series was the original Dyson introduced in the U.S. It was a belt driven system designed for any type of carpeting or hard floor surface.

Dyson DC14 Series

Dyson DC14 - The Dyson DC14 model is the next step up in the series. It comes in the Animal version. The DC14 has one motor for both suction and the belt driven beater bar. The DC14 has a wide channel to pick up larger pieces that other vacuums leave behind.

The DC14 Series is very similar to the DC07 Series as it is also a belt driven system. It has all the features of the DC07 Series with the following enhancements. The DC14 Series has 50% more Cyclonic Power than the DC07 making it more efficient. It has a wider Front Channel to pick up larger debris, a Telescopic Wand that does not have to be reversed to use the cleaning attachments, a larger Handle for easier maneuverability, as well as the pre-filter being mounted on the top for easier cleaning. They are approved for Allergy Sufferers by the British Allergy Foundation and come with a 5 Year Manufacturers Warranty.

Dyson Vacuums have been certified Asthma Friendly

The is currently one model in the DC14 Series, The All Floors. The All Floors Model comes with Round Dusting Brush, Furniture/Stair Tool& Crevice Tool as well as the built in hose and wand assembly.

Dyson DC15 Series
Dyson DC15 - The Dyson DC15 Series has been discontinued and replaced by the DC25 Series.
The DC15 Series had all the features of the DC14 plus "The Ball" system.

Dyson DC17 Series

Dyson DC17 - The Dyson DC17 series is a conventional model. There is one model the All Floors. This series like the DC25 has a direct drive motorized brushbar to improve pick-up on carpets. The brushbar on the DC17 is more aggressive than any other Dyson leading to better carpet cleaning especially for pet hair. The DC17 is the only Dyson Upright to have Level 3 Root Cyclone. This advanced cyclone technology provides an extra stage to clean the air even better. The Dyson DC17 currently only comes in the All Floors version.
The DC17 Series machine is similar to the DC14 Series except it adds the direct drive motorized brush bar and level 3 root cyclone technology. The DC17 series direct drive motorized direct drive motorized (belt driven) brush bar improves pick-up on carpets by sweeping the dust and fibers trapped in the carpet pile into the constant Dyson airflow. Without bags and filters to replace this machine is virtually maintenance free. It is approved for Allergy Sufferers by the British Allergy Foundation and come with a 5 Year Manufacturers Warranty.

Dyson Vacuums have been certified Asthma Friendly

There is currently only one model in the DC17 Series the All Floors.
The All Floors Model comes with on board tools consisting of the Round Dusting Brush, Furniture/Stair Tool & Crevice Tool as well as the built in hose and wand assembly.

DC18 Series

Dyson DC18 - The Dyson DC18 Series has been discontinued.

The DC18 Series was the original Lightweight Dyson introduced in the U.S. but it was replaced by the DC24 Series.

DC24 Series

The DC24 series is a light weight machine that uses the "the Ball" technology and the 2-Motor Belt Driven System. The DC24 uses a belt to drive the brushbar and comes with a washable HEPA. The DC24 has a handle that compresses for easy storage in tight spaces, comes with a reversible wand that extends for stair and high reach cleaning instead of a telescopic wand, has a smaller bin capacity and less suction than the full size machines. Otherwise the DC24 has all the basic features of the other series. We recommend this model for apartments, smaller homes, people who require a light weight machine to carry or push around or as a second machine. The DC24 would be ideal as a secondary unit instead of carrying a full size machine up and down different floors in your home.

The DC24 Series machine is similar to the DC25 Series. The DC24 series direct drive motorized belt driven brush bar improves pick-up on carpets by sweeping the dust and fibers trapped in the carpet pile into the constant Dyson airflow. Without bags and filters to replace this machine is virtually maintenance free. It is approved for Allergy Sufferers by the British Allergy Foundation and come with a 5 Year Manufacturers Warranty.

Dyson Vacuums have been certified Asthma Friendly

The is currently one model in the DC24 Series. The DC24 model comes with the Stair Tool With red velour strips to pick up hairs, airflow bleed holes to stop the tool sticking to upholstery, and rotating head for ease of use.
Combo Tool Debris nozzle converts to a brush tool for dusting.

DC25 Series

The DC25 Series "the Ball" technology and the 2-Motor System with True Direct Drive Brush System making it the most efficient Ball cleaning system for any surface.

The DC25 series has "the Ball" technology and the 2-Motor Belt Driven System. The DC25 uses a separate motor to drive the brushbar and comes with a washable HEPA.

The DC25 Series machine is similar to the DC24 Series but is more powerful. The DC25 series direct drive motorized belt driven brush bar improves pick-up on carpets by sweeping the dust and fibers trapped in the carpet pile into the constant Dyson airflow. Without bags and filters to replace this machine is virtually maintenance free. It is approved for Allergy Sufferers by the British Allergy Foundation and come with a 5 Year Manufacturers Warranty.

Dyson Vacuums have been certified Asthma Friendly

The are currently two model in the DC25 Series.

The DC25 All Floors model comes with the Stair Tool With red velour strips to pick up hairs, airflow bleed holes to stop the tool sticking to upholstery, and rotating head for ease of use. Combo Tool Debris nozzle converts to a brush tool for dusting.

The DC25 Animal adds the Mini Turbine Tool as well as the Stair Tool With red velour strips to pick up hairs, airflow bleed holes to stop the tool sticking to upholstery, and rotating head for ease of use. Combo Tool Debris nozzle converts to a brush tool for dusting.

The DC25 All Floors and the DC25 Animal are identical except for the color of the machine and the DC25 Animal adds
the Mini Turbine Tool

This is the machine we recommend the most out of all the Dyson Upright Vacuum Cleaners. It has the most advanced technology in the line and the most benefits to offer.

Dyson Airmuscle
Dyson’s most advanced cleaner head technology. Engineered to pick up more dirt.

DC28 Animal has all the basic features of the other series plus adds the most advanced Dyson technology making this series the best of all Dyson machines. The two main features & benefits come from Airmuscle technology and the 2-Motor System with True Direct Drive Brush System making it the most efficient cleaning system for any surface.

If your needs are to clean all types of carpeting, hard floors surfaces, furniture, bedding, drapes and blinds and want a machine that is going to remove embedded dirt and pet hair then the DC28 Animal is your choice. The DC28 Animal is the Flagship Series and the top of all the Models in the Dyson Upright Vacuum Cleaner Line.

The DC28 Animal is a 2 Motor System, it uses one motor for suction and a second motor for the Brushing Action making it the most efficient cleaning system for any surface. The DC28 Animal direct drive motorized brush bar improves pick-up on carpets by sweeping the dust and fibers trapped in the carpet pile into the constant Dyson airflow. Without bags and filters to replace this machine is virtually maintenance free. They are approved for Allergy Sufferers by the British Allergy Foundation and come with a 5 Year Manufacturers Warranty.

The DC28 Animal series has Airmuscle technology, a 2-Motor System and it has a washable HEPA filter. Otherwise the
DC28 Animal has all the basic features of the DC07, DC14, DC15, DC17, DC18, DC24 and DC25 Series series.

Here's a brief description of the basic On Board Cleaning
Accessories that come with every Dyson Upright:
(Except for the DC24 which comes with the combo tool and the DC25 & DC28 which come with the stair tool and the combo tool)

Dyson Stair/Upholstery Tool

With red velour strips to pick up hairs, airflow bleed holes to stop the tool sticking to upholstery, and rotating head for ease of use.

Dyson Large Brush Dusting Tool

Articulated head for ease of use and soft bristles to remove dust and cobwebs.

Dyson Crevice Tool

High velocity airflow crevice tool ideal for cleaning base boards and tight spaces. Airflow is directed downwards into carpet pile to dislodge dust and prevent sticking to curtains or upholstery.

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