Dyson DC34

Disappointing, it keeps cutting out – Keeps cutting out, When using goes again when lever repressed but only a few seconds even though it's fully charged and has plenty of power. Tried adjusting battery terminals ..any other suggestions? Show details

Stopped suctioning for more than 3 seconds. Very frustrating – It may be that this is the first generation of Dyson Handheld's but it has not lasted. No matter how long you charge it it only lasts 3 seconds. Very disappointed. Show details

We're sad it's dying after about 8 years, or is it..???? – We have an upright DC25 Ball Vacuum, from Dyson, but found the hose and fittings a little cumbersome, so we purchased this great little beauty, DC34 Animal, in 2009, when it was first released. We have always had dogs and found vacuuming dog hairs from a Cocker Spaniel (very fine hair) a real chore, until we purchased this Dyson. We used to do our… Read more

own grooming and this has been the only vacuum that can successfully remove those hairs from clothing. We've always had wood combustion fires and, of course, ash escapes each time the door is opened, but the DC34 quickly keeps the surrounding area clean and tidy, especially from 90 degree corners and edges.

Last week when using it, it seemed to stop of its own accord so I disassembled the front end from the motor and housing, cleaned the filter, the cyclone housing and the catchment container. After ensuring all was perfectly dry I assembled it and found it had improved, but although not as frequent as before it still cut out occasionally, so we purchased a Dyson V6 Cord Free from Costco and saved ourselves another $102.

I wouldn't complain because I think 8 years is an acceptable life. However, it's still going and except for an occasional glitch it may last another few years, relegated to be used around the wood fires.

This vacuum is excellent except I cleaned the brush bar today to remove the hair and the cap will n – I love this product as it has excellent suction and cleaning capability but when I went to remove the hair from the brush bar and replace the cap it would not lock in again. Now the cap is damaged from the 10 cent coin and I have had to place a piece of masking tape over the cap to continue using the vacuum. My stylish modern vacuum now looks… Read more

cheap. Sent an email to a Dyson awaiting a response. Just feel frustrated as I just spent the last hour trying to lock the cap in. Would like a replacement cap and hopefully this will remedy the issue.

Great news Dyson have contacted me in the last week and have kindly offered to send me a new motorised head as a replacement for the brush cap that will not keep the brush inside the barrel. Just awaiting it in the mail but so happy Dyson made contract to remedy the issue. I bought this item and a barrel vacuum approximately 2 years ago now and definitely the most effective vacuums I have ever used. Would not hesitate to buy this brand again they are the best on the market and offer great after sales service.

Won't buy Dyson again – I bought the dc34 animal approx 16 months ago and the vacuum head just stopped spinning one day, thankfully this was replaced under warranty. The new replacement vacuum head has now done the same thing even though I follow the recommended upkeep of removing hair around the roller each time it's used and washing the filters when reminded by Dyson.… Read more

I have had similar problems with my big Dyson vacuum and have had to have the head replaced on that also. Dyson were kind enough to replace this one free of charge because it was out of warranty but only after I emailed them and said I would never buy a Dyson product again. As this dc34 is out if warranty also, I doubt I would be given another replacement vacuum head free of charge again. Their replacements parts are very expensive and will eventually outweigh the cost of the vacuum if you have to keep replacing them. On a good note when it does work the suction is great but I would not buy a Dyson product again. Great suction and easy to empty chamber Expensive to buy and very expensive replacements part. Very touchy power button and tiring to hold in the "on" position. Rude service centre staff when ringing to get advice...was told it was my bad luck that the vacuum head on the big Dyson vacuum had stopped working. Only replaced as a good will gesture when complained via email.

Good and reliable – Have been using this vacuum for over 3 years. Never have any problem. Even until now the suction is still strong. Very less maintenance needed. This is very useful in addition to a large vacuum in the house. When you just need something clean quick and don't want the trouble of bringing out the big vacuum, plug in, and clean up, and pack, this little vacuum works like magic.  Show details

Would buy again – Apart from the short use time, it’s bee;very very good. The newer models have more run time, but this has been really great product. it did break and Dyson (after some resistance) got it fixed. We use this in concert with a Roomba, as you can use this to empty the Roomba quickly and do areas Roomba can’t get to (stairs etc)  Show details

Excellent Little Cleaner – Bought this vacuum cleaner prior to moving out of home. What attracted me to it was its handy size and the reputation of the brand. This was my first time trying this brand and I wanted to invest in something that would last. Well its never let me down, I use this on average about once a week for spot cleaning, along with the occasional clean of… Read more

the interior of my car. The battery has never failed- however the battery charger has died. However, the process of calling Dyson and getting it diagnosed was only a short phone call with an Aussie on the other line, free postage and a replacement charger (that i had to pay for but was affordable). As long as you sign up for the warranty online and follow the suggested timeframe and reminders for cleaning of the filter, this machine will last. Its 2018 and i still use this. If it was to stop working, I would buy the same model again.

The little Dyson that wouldn't – Our DC34 was great when new, did everything it promised, though we have a Dyson DC08 mains powered for regular cleaning and heavy work. We love the DC08 and it's still sucking strong after probably 15 years. But we gave up on the DC34 a couple of years back when it lost so much battery power that it would barely last 5 minutes without the Max… Read more

button pressed. Then it wouldn't charge at all. Now it sits there, taking up space. I occasionally go back to it, try to re-charge it but now it's so much dead plastic. So 2.5 years from a $250 vacuum; do the maths. Mind you, in our wood-floored holiday cabin we're on our fourth Electrolux rechargeable stick in 10 years, so they're no better. One day somebody will produce a powerful vacuum cleaner with a proper battery and take over the market.

DC 34 review--- HORRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE AND WAAAAAY OVERPRICED PRODUCTS – I've had issues and have had to call customer service 4 times getting DIFFERENT answers about my unit EVERYTIME!! Today the rep told me that I need a battery-- and my unit has a YEAR LEFT ON IT'S WARRANTY-- but they don't have any in their warehouse and may NOT get any more in. If this is the case the rep told me to order one from the web--… Read more

Amazon or EBay-- but I WOULD HAVE TO BEAR THE COST WITH NO REIMBURSEMENT!!! REPEAT --- I have a year left on my warranty and if I order a battery from the internet due to DYSON NOT HAVING ANY these morons expect me to pay for the battery!!!!!My response was -- Phuk Dyson and their attitudes!! Shark co here I come!! I was dumbfounded by this nonsense!!!

Disappointed – First bought 31/8/2012 Replacement 24/1/2013 Now it won't charge - the light is not coming on Don't know if it is battery or the charger. Now model is discontinued. Having paid so much I would have expected it to last longer than it has. It was good while it worked  Show details

Still going strong! – I've bought this vacuum back in 2011 and it's still going strong today! Battery life may be an issue for household chores but I got it to clean my car back in the day. 1 minor problem I have is that when I'm using the vacuum, the button to dislodge the battery is easily depressed and it cuts the power if I'm not careful. But considering it's… Read more

lasted 6 years and counting, I'm impressed. Will definitely get another Dyson if it stops working 1 day.

Found a fix for the vacuum cutting out! – I've had this vac for years and love it, though it started cutting in and out. I found the problem..... when you take the battery out, at the back, it has 3 metal connectors that were pushed in too far and the connection was cutting out when put on certain angles, as these 3 stopped touching the battery connectors. I used a pair of small scissors… Read more

to pull these metal connectors further out than they were. Ta-daaa... fixed in 10 seconds. I hear this is a common issue and they usually tell you to purchase a new battery pack but it's not the battery pack, it's these 3 small metal connectors. Hope this helps!

Love this little pack of dynamite – I have been using this little vacuum cleaner for more than three years now. I have had no problems with it and still works great. It needs regular maintenance cleaning once in a couple of months or so and works charms. I am using this little machine for most of my cleaning and I have almost abandon using my large dyson vacuum cleaner now! … Read more

It's a shame I can't buy a suitable extension so that I don't have to bend my back to clean the carpets. Nevertheless, I still enjoy this little machine.

Poor product – Worked great for 6 months than suction and engine slowly went.It cuts in and out and gets very hot.not worth the money .Dyson continue to troubleshoot the product and after doing all they ask they are still very hesitant to help.The stick vacuums are not worth the money or time.

Great Product – Purchased this product over 3 years ago primarily for use in our Caravan and have been completely satisfied. When not being used in the Caravan find it extremely useful around the home. I have recently started having problems with this Dyson only powering on for a few seconds and then off again. I suspected maybe the switch but after doing a… Read more

search on You Tube found the solution for me, just needed to clean the Battery Contacts Now back to Full Power.

Stopping and starting never charged enough to vaccum further than my loungeroom – Was advised when buying the product that I have a lifetime warranty- yet the product I bought is discontinued. The machine will constantly die after 30 seconds and will only collect any dust of hair if supercharge is selected. Not 3 years old yet. Loved the product when we first had it especially with asthma and allergies though found it to not be worth the money spent.

A Must Have – I just love this little Dyson. I've had it now for over 3 years and find it one of the most useful tools that I have around the house. It gets used pretty much every day, mainly for spot cleaning; I use it predominantly on hard floors So much easier than getting a dustpan, sweeping up, then emptying. The Dyson is reliable, so easy to empty,… Read more

and it's obvious when it does need emptying. At the time I bought it the suction was far superior to other hand-helds (admittedly also dearer) and I will certainly get a replacement Dyson when the time comes.

Note to Dyson: a battery level indicator would be good; mine just flashes after it dies!

Doesn't stay charged very long – I find it really only lasts a minute or so of suction before power dying which is barely enough to get anything done. The max boost button makes it last much less. Could be a battery issue I think... Constantly needing a recharge... now the charger has died ( blew up with smoke). Dyson did send me a new charger for $30 very quickly after calling… Read more

which was good. I feel this is a hard category ( handheld vacuum) to find quality. Dyson does get very expensive for their slightly better products.

Over priced and low suction – I have had this unit just on two half years, I bought it for doing my car as found the bulky vacuum cleaners hard to manuver around the car plus I have dogs that I take in the car. The suction is not that good have to go over and over the carpet to pick things up, it picks up fluff but that is not what it is just for. I also have been finding it… Read more

does not go long and have to recharge and that is disappointing as was not used every week, so thought would of lasted long will have to look at how much the battery is.

I would not buy another one as I really can't justify the price I paid for it.

Poor battery – My DC 34 Animal's battery has now completely died, nearly eighteen months after the 2-year warranty ran out. (I seem to be luckier than many). It was well-cared for and not at all overworked. I've discovered that a replacement battery costs nearly $80. This is a poor show for what is quite an expensive little machine, especially considering that… Read more

my old handheld Black and Decker - at a third the price - managed to survive trouble-free for 8 years. The Animal was very good - while it lasted - but I think I'll go back to B and D. I'm now looking at my newer, barrel Dyson, wondering which (really expensive) part of it will die first.

Disappointed – I will never buy Dyson again. The latest hand held model we bought for the kitchen for quick clean ups has made more work for me than my old bulky upright or broom. The hand held picks up pet hair and dust okay initially (not fantastic as the rotating brush tends to shuffle crumbs in all different directions), but after about 2 weeks of use, the… Read more

bend of the vaccum cleaner keeps getting plugged up with carpet fibers, dog hair and dust etc. I am forever spending time unplugging it in order for me to use it. I regret buying this hand held contraption. Even more painful was the cost of purchasing this item. It is such a rip off for what you get and I can not even begin to express the frustration of trying to clear our the tube for the thing to work. The other thing that's annoying is that the exhaust of the vaccum is blowing in your face when you vaccum. Dyson really needs to work on this device. It sucks!!

Powerful, at first..... But not worth the $$$ – This unit is about 5-6 years old from memory. I just thought I'd add to the pool of experiences where people have experienced motor problems. Which started and never got better since about year 2-3? My Kmart $99 vacuum has lasted longer. Replacing Dyson parts is expensive & probably there is more hype in the marketing of Dyson than longevity… Read more

quality. Looks good though. Lasted for a little while. Currently probably have given up on it altogether. Motor keeps switching off every 4-5 seconds and I'm not sure it's charging anymore.

Great hand held vacuum but now cuts out when using it – We have had our DC34 Animal vacuum for 2 & 1/2 years and it has worked great, especially picking up dog hair. For the last 6 months it has started to cut out on Max power setting after 3 sec use. Have to take it to service centre when I can.  Show reply

Dyson Hand Held Vacuum Cleaner – this little machine does wonder, very powerful and efficient. I am glad I chose this Dyson hand held vacuum cleaner, it makes my cleaning routine easier. I use it all the time. My husband uses it too when he cleans up our boat. I will definitely recommend this machine. It is very easy to use and it comes with different attachments. I am very with the machine over all performance.  Show reply

Easy to use – Great vacuum, works brilliantly, compact, Love the charge/docking station and would buy another one. My only complaint is the pistol on/off switch has a faulty contact and stops whilst using. You have to re-squeeze to start machine again. I have 2 handheld Dyson vacuums and both have this fault.

Fantastic little sucker – Purchased unit from very reputable Dyson dealer in Rockingham Beach WA! I throw my trust in them and once again they sold me a great product, works like a charm. I charged it up, all though it quotes 15 mins run time, I spot clean ares like skirting boards, with the push to use button, effectively lasts a lot longer, highly recommended.  Show reply

Oh yes, it just works – Only if you're tight with money will you find a reason not to buy the best. This thing just works. It makes a Dustbuster look like an asthmatic sucking up dust through a straw. If you're tight, then fine, compromise so you can afford your smokes and Woodstock. If you want a real handheld vacuum, then this is the one you need.  Show reply

DC 34 Nono Buy – I picked up this vacuum cleaner via appliance online and i find it disappointing that it did not meet anywhere near the expectation. I have to actually go so close with the machine to suck it in, i would rather pick it up with my hand than spend 240 aud for nothing. This product is a no no buy. Don’t waste your money. Never buy from… Read more

applianceonline.Com.Au. They deduct 20% of the cost you paid towards the product to take it back if you have opened the box even if its less than 7 days old.

Worst product and worst supplier !!! never buy !!

Dyson Handheld Vacuum Cleaner - is a winner! – I love a good quality product. This product is brilliant and the service is excellent. Great suction and easy to use + easy cleaning. Simply unlock the barrel and dump the refuse into the bin. No bags. Don't even second guess this one. It's worth the money all day long! Powerful, easy to use  Show 2 replies

Faulty product - service center offered no practical solution to fix it – I have purchased this Dyson handheld D34 along with other dyson product from Dyson's company website. After it arrived, I have notice that unlike my other purchases from Dyson, it was not sealed with plastic wrapping. When I try to charge the product before use for the first time, turns out the product is broken, it would not charge. We have rang… Read more

the service center numeral times where they sent parts for us to replace (we hardly have the skill to replace a part in dyson) and for us to take the machine to service center during business hours. This has been an extremely disappointing experience for us having to be sent a faulty product and being offered no practical solution. Service center was unhelpful and abrupt. Hope no one else will have to go through the same as we did.

Very happy – Very happy with my Dyson DC34. I bought it as a replacement to the dust pan and brush, as a way to quickly and easily clean up spills. It is very powerful and super handy to have around the kitchen. Battery life is also really good, last a couple of uses before requiring a charge, but I usually just plug it in between uses anyway. I highly recommend this portable cleaner. Portable, lightweight, good suction and cleaning.  Show reply

Handy piece of equipment – Love using it for this "between times" of the normal household vacuum. Yet to use it on the car carpets but suspect it will handle that well and get those pesky bits of grass from the corners of the mats. I also have a dog who sheds more hair than I would like and as he is allowed in at night, this has come in handy on the lounge carpet.  Show reply

Love my handheld, but runs out after 5mins on turbo – Great for in between big vacuuming jobs. I wish I'd bought one with the handle now but, live and learn. It should come with two batteries because I go through the one provided really quickly. It's handy for car cleaning too, but I use it on hard wood and tile floors for best results. Unsure how it would go on thick carpet. I'm glad I got it and… Read more ·  4

I'm considering another to keep down stairs. Powerful, quick easy to empty. Strong suction and great for quick clean ups. I scout around the house quickly with it. Picking up hair and it gets tangled around the filter. Hard to clean the filter part and can smell if you don't empty regularly.