I’m surprised you unboxed it in 2019 because I got it in 2010. Now it’s 2020, still works fine. Lovely little fellow in our home, deserving long service award.
This was the the first ever Dyson I've used and immediately fell in love. My dad got it 2nd hand and interestingly it came with a turbine head. I liked every single thing about this vacuum. The compact size, ease of use, single handed bin emptying and not to forget the Dyson click.
I bought the same vacuum at a yard sale last summer for a great deal except it came with a turbine head. I cleaned out the machine and washed the filters, but this has been a car vacuum.
I've used this Dyson ultra compact along with the next 2 ultra compact models and was quite impressed with them. The only one I've not used was the last of the multi compact cylinder models. This particular one was great considering it didn't have a turbine head and the next one with a motor head performed very well then the next one with a turbine head and a different design was great. So a little surprised at your critique of this one and the next one you do. All in all I love your videos and for the most part I fully agree with your views. Keep up the good work mate
I've owned the US variant DC26 (which comes standard with the Carbon Fiber turbine head) as a main vacuum for six, maybe seven years now? I'm not foolish enough to try and convince anyone that it's a *good* machine--rather, it feels much more like a proof-of-concept than a finished product--but somehow I love it nonetheless. The DC26 majorly suffers from a very complex air path with tons of sharp turns and shallow passages that make the mains-powered suction feel anemic, a stiff hose wrapped around the front that tends to flip the (quite back-heavy) canister over, and combined with a turbine head that has extremely short brushes a debris intake that can barely fit two coins stacked atop each other, this vacuum is good for surface debris and hard floors at best. Not something I'm super psyched about considering its noise level, especially considering a design flaw in the pre-motor filter that causes it not to seal to the body properly sometimes and therefore emit a horrible squealing noise from the air leak that's twice as loud as the motor itself. In fact, I've recently purchased a V8 Absolute that, on its LOWEST setting, picks up the same amount of debris per room as the DC26 while being much quieter and less frustrating to use. I think Dyson's refusal to supply canisters with *powered* floor nozzles, though, is the final nail in the coffin for the DC26... Even with lackluster suction, a vacuum can still be an adequate cleaner if it can agitate debris from a carpet, and the DC26 simply can't. I'm actually trying to wire up a scrap V6 motorized floor tool with an RC-Car battery (sort of like a knockoff of Miele's AccuNova floor tool) to see if there's any improvement in pickup with an (admittedly, still very gentle) power head combined with the DC26's full suction. As a final note, I wish we'd been able to purchase the DC49 here in the States. Or any of the other ultra-compact machines like the new V4 Fluffy in Japan, honestly, but maybe I just have an affinity with small things. Dyson's mini-canisters are definitely expensive for their performance--much like Ultrabook laptops--but I still think that it's an engineering marvel to pack the amount of vacuum that Dyson *has* into such a "dinky" form factor. The DC26 is probably the worst-performing mains-powered vacuum Dyson's produced, and it's riddled with design flaws that also make it one of the worst-to-use vacuums as well, but it's also a demonstration that tiny things *can* sometimes work. It's no Miele Compact C2 or SEBO E3, but it's an absolutely minuscule canister and it can still make your floors look tidier than before.
I have this DC26 city and it was perfect for my small flat with a mix of wood floor and carpet, what would you recommend for my new home with all tiled floors and a few rugs? Many thanks
Even cheap vacuums should be able to cope with hard floors and a few rugs, though for something that will last and clean all surfaces well I would look at models from Miele or Sebo.
So I vacuumed a very dusty area, and I cleaned the filters, but the head itself feels heavier than average after dumping it. I attempted to wash it out, but it still is not right. So, I found three screws on the top, 2 on either side of the handle, and one under the clear handle. So, my question is, how do you get the clear plastic handle off to get the screw out? So I can take apart the plastic filter to clean it.
Wow that’s in nice condition just a new bin and it will look like new. Was a little disappointed with the suction on the this Particular vacuum maybe it was just the one Kyle had and found the DC 49 was a far superior micro vacuum from Dyson..
Have you tried wiping the car down with a damp cloth because I’ve done that with both my older Electrolux vacuums here in the United States and it helps their cords go in a little bit smoother
Why is everyone concerned with how I spend my money. Is it a crime that I want my collection to be as mint as possible. I will end up selling them all anyway.
They don’t get dirty in an attic as most of them are in their original boxes or another suitable box. I also vacuum pack them to keep any moisture out. I do not want a collection of dirty broken vacuums and it is possible to use a vacuum without it getting scuffed and dirt can be cleaned off any vacuum cleaner that I use.
Can you recommend a hoover.. I have hard floors a couple of rugs and a big dog.. I already have a dyson.. I've had it 12 years.. It's getting on my nevers.. To heavy.. And I do love a cylinder hoover
@@Shellcleanit Not compaired to a Dyson. Dyson quality is generally poor and they do not last. Mine lasted about 3 years and was not cheap. I've had my Mieli about nine years now with no problems! Mine's the non Cat and Dog one but my Mum has the Cat and Dog one. You could get a cheaper model Mieli and buy the motorised head separately, they fit all the cylinders and the brushes spin with the suction.
hello, i'm using a concealer i hope you understand. I have the same problem as you ... I turned very very hard in the opposite direction with a coin and a cloth and it worked. good luck, I change vacuum cleaner, this one sucks very badly
dude, these are still being sold new in asia; in china, singapore, etc. but it's the most ineffective dyson in circulation today; weaker than the V8 in some regards despite being corded...
@Deb Right, key being your second point that in Asia we almost never have carpeting in city condos (thank god... carpet is so nasty - heaven for dust mites and fleas). In terms of size, that only goes for a handful of cities; condos in Thailand, Mainland China (even including Shanghai) are actually on par with American/UK cities. HOWEVER, none of this helps justify this vacuum, which makes no sense as a utility... a canister without a motor-driven head, with less air-flow than the same brand's cordless vacs? Total design fail; hence why they've taken their remaining stock to China, rebranded as a "CY36" or something. And, to add insult to injury, the thing is basically same price as Miele's entry level C2 models. Craziness... I wish they'd sell the uprights here... we only get to choose between cordless or canister models. Wouldn't mind a UP14 for my rugs; my mother in Canada has one, and - honestly - they work better than the damn Vorwerk I have, just super powerful on the motor-nozzle.
They aren't selling the DC26 particularly widely anymore, but they still sell only the miniature canister lineup in Japan, China, etc. The entry level models of those have turbo heads and the medium-higher tier have the same powerheads as their cordless. Really very unique Dyson models, albeit they don't clean well for American/British markets, but fine for the markets they're intended for. Most homes in Asia don't have carpet or if they do, it's low pile or rugs. Search up Dyson's Japan channel to see some examples ua-cam.com/video/Oq4Z3ELLbwg/v-deo.html
I’m surprised you unboxed it in 2019 because I got it in 2010. Now it’s 2020, still works fine. Lovely little fellow in our home, deserving long service award.
This was the the first ever Dyson I've used and immediately fell in love. My dad got it 2nd hand and interestingly it came with a turbine head. I liked every single thing about this vacuum. The compact size, ease of use, single handed bin emptying and not to forget the Dyson click.
I bought the same vacuum at a yard sale last summer for a great deal except it came with a turbine head. I cleaned out the machine and washed the filters, but this has been a car vacuum.
Yep this machine has the same motor as the DC25 and the DC15
I wish there was a way to prevent or delay the cloudiness of Dyson dust bins.
With all the parts you are saying you will replace I can't figure out if you are keeping any of it at all.
No, I will probably just bin the whole thing and save some money.
I've used this Dyson ultra compact along with the next 2 ultra compact models and was quite impressed with them. The only one I've not used was the last of the multi compact cylinder models.
This particular one was great considering it didn't have a turbine head and the next one with a motor head performed very well then the next one with a turbine head and a different design was great. So a little surprised at your critique of this one and the next one you do. All in all I love your videos and for the most part I fully agree with your views. Keep up the good work mate
I've had one, very competent little beastie!
I have had 3 of these...great machines
Cute little thing.
I like really compact canisters
Dyson has come out with so many models. I guess that is the way of vacuum manufacturers.
Where did u buy this model I’m interested in buying one for myself
"Useless as a vacuum really, but I do like it"! God that was funny, thanks
The other ultracompact Dyson with the digital V4 motor is the dc63. It#s also the last canister vacuum from Dyson which is labeled as the DC-Series
I've owned the US variant DC26 (which comes standard with the Carbon Fiber turbine head) as a main vacuum for six, maybe seven years now? I'm not foolish enough to try and convince anyone that it's a *good* machine--rather, it feels much more like a proof-of-concept than a finished product--but somehow I love it nonetheless.
The DC26 majorly suffers from a very complex air path with tons of sharp turns and shallow passages that make the mains-powered suction feel anemic, a stiff hose wrapped around the front that tends to flip the (quite back-heavy) canister over, and combined with a turbine head that has extremely short brushes a debris intake that can barely fit two coins stacked atop each other, this vacuum is good for surface debris and hard floors at best. Not something I'm super psyched about considering its noise level, especially considering a design flaw in the pre-motor filter that causes it not to seal to the body properly sometimes and therefore emit a horrible squealing noise from the air leak that's twice as loud as the motor itself.
In fact, I've recently purchased a V8 Absolute that, on its LOWEST setting, picks up the same amount of debris per room as the DC26 while being much quieter and less frustrating to use. I think Dyson's refusal to supply canisters with *powered* floor nozzles, though, is the final nail in the coffin for the DC26... Even with lackluster suction, a vacuum can still be an adequate cleaner if it can agitate debris from a carpet, and the DC26 simply can't. I'm actually trying to wire up a scrap V6 motorized floor tool with an RC-Car battery (sort of like a knockoff of Miele's AccuNova floor tool) to see if there's any improvement in pickup with an (admittedly, still very gentle) power head combined with the DC26's full suction.
As a final note, I wish we'd been able to purchase the DC49 here in the States. Or any of the other ultra-compact machines like the new V4 Fluffy in Japan, honestly, but maybe I just have an affinity with small things. Dyson's mini-canisters are definitely expensive for their performance--much like Ultrabook laptops--but I still think that it's an engineering marvel to pack the amount of vacuum that Dyson *has* into such a "dinky" form factor. The DC26 is probably the worst-performing mains-powered vacuum Dyson's produced, and it's riddled with design flaws that also make it one of the worst-to-use vacuums as well, but it's also a demonstration that tiny things *can* sometimes work. It's no Miele Compact C2 or SEBO E3, but it's an absolutely minuscule canister and it can still make your floors look tidier than before.
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I have this DC26 city and it was perfect for my small flat with a mix of wood floor and carpet, what would you recommend for my new home with all tiled floors and a few rugs?
Many thanks
Even cheap vacuums should be able to cope with hard floors and a few rugs, though for something that will last and clean all surfaces well I would look at models from Miele or Sebo.
The filter is on the back behind the wheel Roger
You’ll see that I discovered that later in the video.
So I vacuumed a very dusty area, and I cleaned the filters, but the head itself feels heavier than average after dumping it. I attempted to wash it out, but it still is not right. So, I found three screws on the top, 2 on either side of the handle, and one under the clear handle. So, my question is, how do you get the clear plastic handle off to get the screw out? So I can take apart the plastic filter to clean it.
those are very cute !it can take almost any dyson tool ! Good for collec,,The name CITY goes well with this
Always wanted one us these but with the brush roll
Hated this vaccum had it for 2 years thinking it was good at picking up boyy was I wrong upgraded to a dc24 at the time the dc24 filled up 5 times
Hello, i have just one question where do you find all these dyson vacuum I would like tu buy one
I find your voice soothing rodger
Wow that’s in nice condition just a new bin and it will look like new. Was a little disappointed with the suction on the this Particular vacuum maybe it was just the one Kyle had and found the DC 49 was a far superior micro vacuum from Dyson..
I have only seen this at the VDTA yearsago . Never seen one in the wild !Thanks for showing this dc26 off !
Have you still got this
Could you please do a comparison of robot vacuums for pet hair and fine sand, mud & debris
Have you tried wiping the car down with a damp cloth because I’ve done that with both my older Electrolux vacuums here in the United States and it helps their cords go in a little bit smoother
No, but perhaps a bit of polish will help.
Sorry, but didnt you forgot about a wash demonstration on the twin tub machine?
Go to my Instagram page.
there wont be mutch left of the original buy ;)
Why is everyone concerned with how I spend my money. Is it a crime that I want my collection to be as mint as possible. I will end up selling them all anyway.
They don’t get dirty in an attic as most of them are in their original boxes or another suitable box. I also vacuum pack them to keep any moisture out. I do not want a collection of dirty broken vacuums and it is possible to use a vacuum without it getting scuffed and dirt can be cleaned off any vacuum cleaner that I use.
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Can you recommend a hoover.. I have hard floors a couple of rugs and a big dog.. I already have a dyson.. I've had it 12 years.. It's getting on my nevers.. To heavy.. And I do love a cylinder hoover
What about a Mieli Cat and Dog? I love Mieli, they are well made and very quiet.
@@flumpaustin1994 was thinking of one of them.. But they so expensive.
Dyson dc50 or 40
Get a Miele
@@Shellcleanit Not compaired to a Dyson. Dyson quality is generally poor and they do not last. Mine lasted about 3 years and was not cheap. I've had my Mieli about nine years now with no problems! Mine's the non Cat and Dog one but my Mum has the Cat and Dog one. You could get a cheaper model Mieli and buy the motorised head separately, they fit all the cylinders and the brushes spin with the suction.
It's so cute!!
I tried so hard to open the back filter but the screws just wont turn.
Someone help explain
hello, i'm using a concealer i hope you understand. I have the same problem as you ... I turned very very hard in the opposite direction with a coin and a cloth and it worked. good luck, I change vacuum cleaner, this one sucks very badly
Is the dc26 the smallest Dyson cylinder ? Thanks
It's the smallest Dyson cylinder to date
why is the hose fixed?
dude, these are still being sold new in asia; in china, singapore, etc. but it's the most ineffective dyson in circulation today; weaker than the V8 in some regards despite being corded...
@Deb Right, key being your second point that in Asia we almost never have carpeting in city condos (thank god... carpet is so nasty - heaven for dust mites and fleas). In terms of size, that only goes for a handful of cities; condos in Thailand, Mainland China (even including Shanghai) are actually on par with American/UK cities. HOWEVER, none of this helps justify this vacuum, which makes no sense as a utility... a canister without a motor-driven head, with less air-flow than the same brand's cordless vacs? Total design fail; hence why they've taken their remaining stock to China, rebranded as a "CY36" or something.
And, to add insult to injury, the thing is basically same price as Miele's entry level C2 models. Craziness...
I wish they'd sell the uprights here... we only get to choose between cordless or canister models. Wouldn't mind a UP14 for my rugs; my mother in Canada has one, and - honestly - they work better than the damn Vorwerk I have, just super powerful on the motor-nozzle.
Can you send me a link to a China one for sale ?
They aren't selling the DC26 particularly widely anymore, but they still sell only the miniature canister lineup in Japan, China, etc. The entry level models of those have turbo heads and the medium-higher tier have the same powerheads as their cordless. Really very unique Dyson models, albeit they don't clean well for American/British markets, but fine for the markets they're intended for.
Most homes in Asia don't have carpet or if they do, it's low pile or rugs. Search up Dyson's Japan channel to see some examples ua-cam.com/video/Oq4Z3ELLbwg/v-deo.html
How much does that worth!?
Good afternoon roger hope your doing well my good friend hope you have a great day
2nd and these are sought of becoming rare now
Quite a few on ebay at the moment.
My cousins granny has one
Nice video it is very small
How Mutch would you sell this for
This seems similar to a Toshiba VC - NX..
Bad luck Roger😦
I bet this design would sell rather well in Japan, apartments there are rather small and this won't take up much storage space.
They sell utra compact cylinders in Japan, some with powered heads.
@@ibaisaic I could do with a JDM vacuum cleaner, I don't have anything from Japan or Germany in my fleet.
i have that
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Dc11 demo?
I burned it when I couldn’t afford coal for the fire.
rly?
Oh dear another Dyson! Mr. yuck!
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