When it comes to vacuums, we are interested in the ones that have the capability to clean up pet hair, and of course general mess.
Dyson offers several upright vacuums like this, and in the guide below, we’ve compared the Dyson Ball Animal Upright vs Animal 2 vs Animal 2 Total Clean models.
We look at the main features of these models, and also also whether they might be worth purchasing.
Let’s take a better look at them!
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Dyson Ball Animal 1 vs Animal 2 vs Animal 2 Total Clean
If you prefer, you can go straight to viewing these vacs here:
Ball Animal 1
Ball Animal 2
Dyson Ball Animal 1 vs Animal 2 vs Animal 2 Total Clean: Main Differences, & Which To Get?
Overall
The Ball Animal 1 and Ball Animal 2 are both good options as upright, corded vacuums that can do a general clean, but also deal with pet hair.
They are both worth consideration.
In addition to these Dyson Ball Animal models, you may want to check out the Eureka PowerSpeed, BISSELL Cleanview Swivel Pet, and the Shark Navigator Professional models as good upright, corded vacuum alternatives.
Differences
These vacuums have many similarities, but some main differences are:
Power – the Ball Animal 2 has around 306 Air Watts of suction power, compared to the Ball Animal 1 which has around 270 Air Watts of suction power (according to the best data we could find).
The Ball Animal 2 is designed to have the strongest suction of any pet upright vacuum on the market.
Having said that, they both are rated at 1400 Watts.
Dust Cup Capacity – the Ball Animal 2 has a capacity of about 0.55 gallons, and the Ball Animal 1 is at 0.225 gallons.
Extra tools – the Ball 2 Animal Total Clean comes with 6 extra cleaning accessories compared to the Ball Animal 2 – currently the articulating brush tool, brush cleaning tool, crevice tool, dusting brush, stair tool, large area cleaning tool.
It’s worth noting that the Ball Animal 2 and Ball Animal 2 Total Clean are the same machine from a specs point of view.
Similarities
All are electric/corded upright vacuums
All can be used on a range of floor surfaces
All have a hose and cleaning wand for above floor level cleaning
All have Ball Technology which allows a wider/deeper range of steering
All have an articulated 360 degree handle for better cleaning
All have an automatic height adjusting cleaner head that adjust across all surfaces
All are bagless with dust containers
All come with a Turbine tool that removes hair from carpets and upholstery, plus other cleaning tools
All have radial root Cyclone technology
All have a cord around the 30 to 35 foot range
All have a limited 5 year warranty
Dyson Ball Animal 1 vs Animal 2 vs Animal 2 Total Clean: Main Features
Dyson Ball Animal 1
An upright, corded vacuum
Can be used on different floor surfaces
Has an instant release wand for cleaning above floor level
Has a cleaning path width of 13.39 inches
Has Radial root cyclone technology – captures more dirt and dust
Has a self adjusting cleaner head – auto adjusts to the height of the floor you are cleaning
Uses a motorized brush to drive deeper into floor surfaces
Has the option to turn the brushroll on or off, depending on the floor surface you are cleaning
The vacuum has Ball technology – for easier steering and maneuvering
Has whole-machine filtration
Includes cleaning tools – including a pet hair tangle free turbine tool
Has a dust cup capacity of 0.225 gallons
Has a cord length of 35 feet
Vacuum weighs 17.56 lbs
Wattage is 1400 watts
Does not have a retractable cord or adjustable suction (with a suction control slider)
Has a limited warranty of 5 years
Dyson Ball Animal 2
An upright, corded vacuum
Designed to have the strongest suction of any vacuum
Has a cleaning path width of 13.38 inches
Can be used on different floor surfaces
Has a self adjusting cleaner head for adjusting to the height of different floor surfaces
Has the option to turn the brushroll on or off, depending on the floor surface you are cleaning
Has a cleaning wand and hose that can be used for above floor level cleaning
Uses the radial root cyclone technology to capture microscopic dust
Has whole machine filtration to trap more allergens
Has a dust bin capacity of 0.55 gallons
Has hygienic one button push release of the dust cup
The vacuum has Ball technology – for easier steering and maneuvering
Electrical cord is 35 feet
Comes with different cleaning tools such as the tangle free turbine tool, stair tool, combination tool
Vacuum weighs 17.56 lbs
Wattage is 1400 watts
Has a limited warranty of 5 years
Dyson Ball Animal 2 Total Clean
Almost identical to the Dyson Ball Animal 2, except it comes with extra tools … six extra tools including the articulating hard floor tool, tangle-free turbine and a tool storage bag.
*Note that things such as the warranty length, cleaning accessory inclusions, and features can change over time. Check them before you purchase.
Other Relevant Vacuum Comparison Guides
Shark Navigator vs BISSELL Cleanview vs HOOVER WindTunnel vs Dyson Ball Animal 2: Comparison
Shark Rotator Professional vs True Pet vs Dyson Ball Animal 2 Comparison Guide
Shark Navigator Pet Pro vs Pet Plus vs BISSELL Pet Hair Eraser vs Dyson Animal Comparison Guide
Miele Cat & Dog C1 vs C3 vs CX1 vs U1 vs Dyson Ball Animal 2: Comparison
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