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Avg. price in UK: ~£260
Avg. price in US: ~$330
Suction power (AW): 90 AW
Battery runtime: N/A minutes
Capacity: 1.8 L
Weight: 7.4 kg

Dyson Ball Animal Origin review. Compare 52 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Vacuum Cleaners category and whether it is worth buying.

6.8

Good

6.6

Good

7.6

Very good

4.5
Hard floors
Score components:
30.0%
4.0
Mopping support
25.0%
1.5
Weight
20.0%
5.6
Noise level (Min-Max)
15.0%
10
Capacity
10.0%
3.3
Power consumption
6.7
Pet homes
Score components:
30.0%
4.0
Mini motorized brush
25.0%
10
Anti-tangle brush
20.0%
10
Capacity
15.0%
5.6
Noise level (Min-Max)
10.0%
1.5
Weight

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Best rankings

#5 in Best Dyson Corded Vacuums
#12 in Best Cheap Dyson Vacuums
#14 in Best Dyson Vacuums For Pet Hair
#21 in Best Dyson Vacuums
#21 in Best Dyson Bagless Vacuums
#144 in Best Vacuums For Pet Hair
#191 in Best Corded Vacuums
#290 in Best Vacuums For Sofas And Mattresses
#328 in Best Cyclonic Vacuums
#356 in Best Bagless Vacuums
#428 in Best Vacuum Cleaners

Verdict

The Dyson Ball Animal Origin is a corded bagless upright vacuum cleaner featuring a 730-watt motor, 90 Air Watts of suction power, and a 1.8-litre bin capacity. Key advantages include a Motorbar cleaner head with automatic hair de-tangling vanes, 12-cyclone Radial Root technology for lossless suction, advanced 5-stage filtration trapping 99.97% of particles down to 0.3 microns, and an articulated telescopic handle with a 14-metre total reach. However, it is quite heavy at 7.4 kg, has a bulky design that can be difficult to maneuver under low furniture, and the springy hose can feel cumbersome during above-floor cleaning.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Dyson Ball Animal Origin

Overall score

6.8

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.

When it matters: When you prefer a vacuum cleaner that has been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.

Performance

6.8

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Suction power (AW)

What it is: A measure of usable suction output in air watts, combining airflow and pressure into one cleaning-power figure.

When it matters: When you want the clearest single number for overall cleaning power on carpets and stubborn debris.

Importance: HIGH

Suction power (kPa)

What it is: The maximum suction pressure the vacuum can generate, expressed in kilopascals.

When it matters: When you compare how strongly different vacuums can pull dirt from seams, rugs, and tight surfaces.

Importance: HIGH

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Airflow

What it is: The volume of air the vacuum moves during operation, which helps indicate how effectively debris can be carried into the dust container.

When it matters: When you want better pickup of lighter debris such as dust, crumbs, and hair across larger floor areas.

Importance: HIGH

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Motor type

What it is: The motor design used to drive suction, such as brushless or universal construction.

When it matters: When you care about motor durability, efficiency, and how modern the vacuum drive system is.

Importance: LOW

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Power consumption

What it is: The amount of electrical power the vacuum draws while operating, measured in watts.

When it matters: When you want to limit electricity use or compare efficiency between vacuums with similar cleaning power.

Importance: LOW

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Battery

5.4

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Cordless

What it is: Indicates whether the vacuum can run without being connected to a power cable.

When it matters: When you want to move quickly between rooms, stairs, or cars without trailing a power cord.

Importance: MEDIUM

Battery runtime

What it is: The maximum operating time the vacuum can deliver on a full charge in standard use.

When it matters: When you want to finish your normal cleaning routine on one charge.

Importance: HIGH

N/A

Charging time

What it is: The time required to recharge the battery from empty to full.

When it matters: When you need the vacuum ready again quickly after a short cleaning session.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Battery capacity

What it is: The total amount of energy or charge the battery can store before recharging is needed.

When it matters: When you want a rough idea of how much stored energy the battery pack holds.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Battery voltage

What it is: The nominal electrical voltage supplied by the battery pack.

When it matters: When you compare cordless models and want another clue about battery system strength.

Importance: LOW

N/A

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Filtration

8.8

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Filter class

What it is: The filtration standard or class used to describe how finely the vacuum filters outgoing air.

When it matters: When you care about capturing finer dust and keeping the exhaust air cleaner.

Importance: MEDIUM

Minimum overall efficiency

What it is: The minimum particle retention efficiency implied by the stated filter grade.

When it matters: When you want a clearer view of how much fine particulate the filter grade can block at minimum.

Importance: MEDIUM

Suitable for allergy sufferers

What it is: Indicates whether the filtration setup is strong enough to make the vacuum more appropriate for allergy-sensitive homes.

When it matters: When someone at home reacts badly to dust and you want a safer filtration setup.

Importance: MEDIUM

Capacity

What it is: The amount of dust or debris the container or bag can hold before it needs to be emptied or replaced.

When it matters: When you want to empty the dust container less often during bigger cleaning jobs.

Importance: MEDIUM

Bagless

What it is: Indicates whether the vacuum collects dirt in a reusable dust container instead of disposable bags.

When it matters: When you prefer not to buy replacement bags and want to empty a reusable bin instead.

Importance: LOW

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Attachments

8.1

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Main brush type

What it is: The construction style of the main floor brush that makes primary contact with the surface being cleaned.

When it matters: When you need the floor head design to match your mix of carpets and hard floors.

Importance: LOW

roll brush

Roller type

What it is: The roller material or profile used to move across the floor and lift debris.

When it matters: When you want the contact surface to suit delicate floors, embedded dirt, or hair pickup better.

Importance: LOW

bristled

Anti-tangle brush

What it is: A brush design intended to reduce hair wrapping and tangling around the roller.

When it matters: When long hair regularly wraps around the brush and you want less manual cleaning.

Importance: LOW

Mini motorized brush

What it is: A small powered cleaning head intended for upholstery, stairs, and concentrated dirt or pet hair.

When it matters: When you clean sofas, stairs, or pet beds where a powered small head works better than a standard nozzle.

Importance: LOW

Suitable for pet owners

What it is: Indicates whether the vacuum is especially suited to homes where pet hair is a regular cleaning concern.

When it matters: When pet hair is one of the main reasons you are buying a vacuum in the first place.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Design

4.9

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Vacuum type

What it is: Identifies the vacuum's overall form factor, such as stick, canister, upright, handheld, or wet-dry.

When it matters: When storage, maneuverability, and your usual cleaning jobs matter more than raw suction numbers.

Importance: LOW

upright

Weight

What it is: The total mass of the vacuum cleaner, which affects carrying comfort and ease of use.

When it matters: When you carry the vacuum upstairs, around the house, or use it for longer sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

2-in-1 design

What it is: A design that allows the vacuum to be used in two form factors, typically as a stick unit and a handheld unit.

When it matters: When you want one machine to handle both floors and quick handheld jobs.

Importance: LOW

Self-standing

What it is: Indicates whether the vacuum can remain upright on its own without being leaned against support.

When it matters: When you want to pause mid-clean without laying the vacuum on the floor or wall.

Importance: LOW

Adjustable tube height

What it is: Indicates whether the tube length can be adjusted to change reach and handling height.

When it matters: When different users share the vacuum or you want a more comfortable reach.

Importance: LOW

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Smart features

4.0

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Auto suction adjustment

What it is: A function that changes suction automatically based on floor type or detected dirt load.

When it matters: When you want the vacuum to react by itself as you move between floor types or dirt levels.

Importance: LOW

Dust particle sensor

What it is: A sensor that monitors fine debris levels to inform or automate cleaning behavior.

When it matters: When you want extra feedback in dusty rooms instead of relying only on what you can see.

Importance: LOW

LED display

What it is: A built-in illuminated display used to show status information such as battery, mode, or alerts.

When it matters: When you want cleaner status feedback for battery, mode, and warnings at a glance.

Importance: LOW

Nozzle light

What it is: A light built into the cleaning head to improve visibility in dark areas under furniture or along edges.

When it matters: When you vacuum under beds, sofas, or dark corners where hidden dust is easy to miss.

Importance: LOW

Mopping support

What it is: Indicates whether the appliance can also wipe or mop surfaces in addition to vacuuming.

When it matters: When you want one appliance to handle both dry vacuuming and light floor wiping.

Importance: LOW

Dyson Ball Animal Origin vs the average vacuum cleaner

Why is Dyson Ball Animal Origin better than the average vacuum cleaner?

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Includes anti-tangle brush
Dyson Ball Animal Origin includes an anti-tangle brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
What it is: A brush design intended to reduce hair wrapping and tangling around the roller.
When it matters: When long hair regularly wraps around the brush and you want less manual cleaning.
Importance: LOW
Dyson Ball Animal Origin includes an anti-tangle brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
Self-standing design
Dyson Ball Animal Origin stands on its own, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
What it is: Indicates whether the vacuum can remain upright on its own without being leaned against support.
When it matters: When you want to pause mid-clean without laying the vacuum on the floor or wall.
Importance: LOW
Dyson Ball Animal Origin stands on its own, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
3.5 m longer power cord
Dyson Ball Animal Origin has a longer power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (10 m vs 6.5 m).
What it is: The physical length of the mains cable supplied for corded use.
When it matters: When you clean larger rooms with a corded model and want fewer outlet changes.
Importance: LOW
Dyson Ball Animal Origin has a longer power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (10 m vs 6.5 m).10 m vs 6.5 m
Adjustable tube height
Dyson Ball Animal Origin has adjustable tube height, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
What it is: Indicates whether the tube length can be adjusted to change reach and handling height.
When it matters: When different users share the vacuum or you want a more comfortable reach.
Importance: LOW
Dyson Ball Animal Origin has adjustable tube height, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
0.02 % higher filtration
Dyson Ball Animal Origin has higher filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (100% vs 99.95%).
What it is: The minimum particle retention efficiency implied by the stated filter grade.
When it matters: When you want a clearer view of how much fine particulate the filter grade can block at minimum.
Importance: MEDIUM
Dyson Ball Animal Origin has higher filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (100% vs 99.95%).99.97 % vs 99.95 %
0.8 L larger dust bin
Dyson Ball Animal Origin has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (1.8 L vs 1 L).
What it is: The amount of dust or debris the container or bag can hold before it needs to be emptied or replaced.
When it matters: When you want to empty the dust container less often during bigger cleaning jobs.
Importance: MEDIUM
Dyson Ball Animal Origin has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (1.8 L vs 1 L).1.8 L vs 1 L
20 mm wider cleaning path
Dyson Ball Animal Origin has a wider cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (280 mm vs 260 mm).
What it is: The width of the area covered by the main floor head in a single forward pass.
When it matters: When you clean large open floors and want to cover more area in fewer passes.
Importance: LOW
Dyson Ball Animal Origin has a wider cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (280 mm vs 260 mm).280 mm vs 260 mm
20 mm wider cleaning path
Dyson Ball Animal Origin has a wider cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (280 mm vs 260 mm).
3.5 m longer power cord
Dyson Ball Animal Origin has a longer power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (10 m vs 6.5 m).
0.02 % higher filtration
Dyson Ball Animal Origin has higher filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (100% vs 99.95%).
0.8 L larger dust bin
Dyson Ball Animal Origin has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (1.8 L vs 1 L).
Includes anti-tangle brush
Dyson Ball Animal Origin includes an anti-tangle brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
Self-standing design
Dyson Ball Animal Origin stands on its own, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
Adjustable tube height
Dyson Ball Animal Origin has adjustable tube height, the average vacuum cleaner does not.

Why is Dyson Ball Animal Origin worse than the average vacuum cleaner?

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Louder operation
Dyson Ball Animal Origin is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (80-81.4 dB vs 77-77 dB).
60 AW weaker suction
Dyson Ball Animal Origin has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (90 AW vs 150 AW).
130 W higher power draw
Dyson Ball Animal Origin draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (730 W vs 600 W).
2.1x higher weight
Dyson Ball Animal Origin is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (7.4 kg vs 3.52 kg).
No handheld conversion
Dyson Ball Animal Origin does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
125 mm deeper body
Dyson Ball Animal Origin is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (390 mm vs 265 mm).
15 mm wider body
Dyson Ball Animal Origin is wider than the average vacuum cleaner (280 mm vs 265 mm).
Louder operation
Dyson Ball Animal Origin is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (80-81.4 dB vs 77-77 dB).
What it is: The operating sound range of the vacuum across its available modes, measured in decibels.
When it matters: When you clean in apartments, around children, or at night and want a quieter machine.
Importance: HIGH
Dyson Ball Animal Origin is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (80-81.4 dB vs 77-77 dB).80-81.4 dB vs 77-77 dB
2.1x higher weight
Dyson Ball Animal Origin is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (7.4 kg vs 3.52 kg).
What it is: The total mass of the vacuum cleaner, which affects carrying comfort and ease of use.
When it matters: When you carry the vacuum upstairs, around the house, or use it for longer sessions.
Importance: MEDIUM
Dyson Ball Animal Origin is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (7.4 kg vs 3.52 kg).7.4 kg vs 3.52 kg
No handheld conversion
Dyson Ball Animal Origin does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
What it is: A design that allows the vacuum to be used in two form factors, typically as a stick unit and a handheld unit.
When it matters: When you want one machine to handle both floors and quick handheld jobs.
Importance: LOW
Dyson Ball Animal Origin does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
60 AW weaker suction
Dyson Ball Animal Origin has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (90 AW vs 150 AW).
What it is: A measure of usable suction output in air watts, combining airflow and pressure into one cleaning-power figure.
When it matters: When you want the clearest single number for overall cleaning power on carpets and stubborn debris.
Importance: HIGH
Dyson Ball Animal Origin has lower suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (90 AW vs 150 AW).90 AW vs 150 AW
125 mm deeper body
Dyson Ball Animal Origin is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (390 mm vs 265 mm).
What it is: The front-to-back measurement of the vacuum body or main assembly.
When it matters: When front-to-back size affects where the vacuum can be stored or parked.
Importance: LOW
Dyson Ball Animal Origin is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (390 mm vs 265 mm).390 mm vs 265 mm
130 W higher power draw
Dyson Ball Animal Origin draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (730 W vs 600 W).
What it is: The amount of electrical power the vacuum draws while operating, measured in watts.
When it matters: When you want to limit electricity use or compare efficiency between vacuums with similar cleaning power.
Importance: LOW
Dyson Ball Animal Origin draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (730 W vs 600 W).730 W vs 600 W
4.4% worse value for money
Dyson Ball Animal Origin offers worse value for money than the average vacuum cleaner (7.53 vs 7.859).
What it is: An indicator that combines the vacuum cleaner's overall score with its price.
When it matters: When you are looking for a vacuum cleaner with a good balance between quality and price.
Dyson Ball Animal Origin offers worse value for money than the average vacuum cleaner (7.53 vs 7.859).7.53 vs 7.86
73.3% more expensive
Dyson Ball Animal Origin is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£260 vs £150).
Dyson Ball Animal Origin is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£260 vs £150).£260 vs £150

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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom

(Reviews last updated: July 2026)

What customers like about Dyson Ball Animal Origin?

Powerful suction that excels at deep carpet cleaning and reviving fibers
Exceptional pickup performance for pet hair, dirt, and fine dust
Large-capacity 1.5 to 1.8-litre dustbin reducing the frequency of emptying
Long 10-metre power cord and 14-metre total reach for cleaning larger areas
Easy one-handed, hygienic bin emptying system
Smooth maneuvering around obstacles and furniture using Ball technology
Relatively quiet operation compared to older Dyson upright models

What customers dislike about Dyson Ball Animal Origin?

Heavy to push, pull, and lift, especially on deep-pile carpets
Extension wand and stretch hose can be stiff, awkward, and difficult to use
Suction can be too strong, occasionally causing it to seal against or suck up thin rugs
Bulkier design prevents the cleaning head from fitting under low-clearance furniture or into tight corners
Plastic build components can feel cheap or flimsy to some users

Expert reviews

rtings.com

03/11/2023

Summary of the review

Dyson Ball Animal 2 Total Clean/Origin Review - RTINGS.com

The Dyson Ball Animal 2 Total Clean/Origin is a corded upright vacuum offering exceptional cleaning performance on carpets and hard floors, along with a spacious dirt compartment, long range, and versatile attachments, all with no recurring costs due to washable filters. However, it suffers from a mostly plastic, flexible build, heavy and bulky handling, and a self-adjusting head that can be difficult to push or too aggressive on carpets.

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