Dyson DC16 Root 6 Handheld Vacuum Cleaner
Designed for quick pick-ups, this powerful handheld vacuum cleaner features Root Cyclone technology and a constant suction power of 36 air watts–twice the power of other handhelds. The cordless unit vacuums up both small and large debris from carpets, smooth tabletop surfaces, computer keyboards, and other areas around the home. Like many handhelds, the Dyson Root 6 delivers up to six minutes of powerful continuous cleaning on each full charge, but, uniquely, it recharges up to three times faster.
In addition, the hygienic unit exhausts only fresh, clean air back into the room, and its 0.21-gallon clear bin offers a one-touch cup-emptying system to keep hands clear from dirt. Its bagless design and lifetime washable filters mean cost-free maintenance–no bags or filters to replace. Other highlights include 21.6-volt lithium-ion battery technology, an LED battery indicator, a charger cord length of 4-8/9 feet, a wall-mounted battery charger and fixing screws, and high-velocity airflow tools, which include a crevice tool and a combination accessory tool. Lightweight and ergonomic, the handheld vacuum cleaner measures 4-2/7 by 18-2/7 by 8-8/9 inches and carries a two-year warranty.
Product Features
- Bagless handheld vacuum cleaner with Root Cyclone technology
- Twice the suction of other handhelds; recharges 3 times faster
- Cordless; picks up large debris; 1-touch cup-emptying system
- Battery charger, crevice tool, and combination accessory tool included
- Measures 4-2/7 by 18-2/7 by 8-8/9 inches; 2-year warranty
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
Horrible battery life makes this a luxury purchase, November 20, 2006By: GenXmom (San Francisco, CA)
I am a huge fan of Dyson and own TWO Dyson uprights. Dyson sent me an email to offer registered owners first crack at purchasing this handheld which recently arrived to the US market, and I jumped at the offer, but I am extremely disappointed in the battery life.
This otherwise great tool is deeply flawed for running only five minutes. It’s really a shame Dyson released this product with such a short battery-operated running time.
Awesome for short quick cleaning jobs, great suction, October 19, 2008By: Jorg Brown “tech guy” (San Mateo, California)
We’ve had a dustbuster in the house for a while, but after a year or two, the battery was crap and the suction was never all that good. With all the hoopla, I bought one of these when a local Target inexplicably had a big sale on them. I loved it enough that I eventually got a Dyson upright as well.
What it isn’t good for is long jobs; you can’t use it longer than 3-4 minutes. For that you’ll want an upright with a long extension. But what I find it wonderful for is quick jobs. The cobweb that you suddenly notice. The dust left behind after you put together a new jigsaw puzzle. Spilled flour from baking. And the #1 use at our house: vacuuming up moths and spiders directly from the ceiling.
On top of all that, you don’t have to buy bags for it. That’s just priceless.
The best handheld vacuum with the worst battery, September 15, 2008By: J. Williamson (Maryland, USA)
For sheer suction power, this is the best handheld vac I’ve ever used. However, as much as I love my Dyson DC16 Root, I have to knock off some points for low battery life, poor ergonomics (trigger) and the high price tag.
Battery life - I’ve actually timed this. After 5 minutes of use, the unit shuts down. It doesn’t gradually lose power like some battery-powered hand-helds; it just stops. Five minutes is not quite enough time for me to clean the floors and cloth seats of my car, which means I have to vacuum the car in at least two sessions.
Ergonomics - Overall the unit is fairly balanced and not as unwieldy as it looks. The problem is that you must keep the trigger depressed to operate the unit. If you have small hands and problems maintaining a grip (as I do), this is a big problem. Frankly, in 5 minutes of battery life, it becomes too painful for me to maintain pressure on the trigger.
Suction - We have two cats. The Dyson DC16 is GREAT at touching up upholstery, drapes, and cleaning the stairs. I can’t believe how much stuff it picks up, even from an area that looks clean. It is easy to empty and clean the unit. The unit “runs clean” too - meaning I can use it without aggravating my allergies.
Attachments - hooray for Dyson for making all their attachments fit ALL their vacuums, even this handheld.
What I would change - This unit needs a longer battery life, or at least the option to have multiple batteries so that a battery could be charging while another was being used in the unit. I would love to be able to use it while it is in its recharging base so that it could switch from corded to cordless depending on need.
A tip for pet owners - While the Dyson is great at picking up pet hair, it can be slow - and short battery life means that you don’t get much time to do a thorough job. When I clean a chair or sofa, I first brush the upholstery with a rubber bristle brush (the Rubba Scrubba found on flylady.net) and that quickly removes the bulk of the pet hair. I then follow up with the vacuum.
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