If a vacuum cleaner were to look like candy, the Dyson V6 Fluffy, with its metallic cobalt blue wand and fluffy red and blue striped brush bar, would be it. And it performs like a dream, too. The good folks over at Dyson were kind enough to loan us a unit for review when they launched the Dyson V6 handheld vacuum series in September, and here’s my verdict in a nutshell: It’s so good that, in the couple of months the Dyson V6 Fluffy has stayed over, I haven’t had any reason to touch my own (corded) Dyson DC26 vacuum cleaner. You see, it’s as powerful as a full-sized vacuum cleaner. Plus, that furry, 10-inch candy-striped brush bar is not for show – it’s motorised and is a magnet for all the fine dust, strands of fallen hair and pet fur which come across its path. The soft nylon roller (the red and blue bands) picks up large debris and the rows of carbon fibre filaments (the black strips) scoop up dust. It’s actually an improvement over the regular hole-type vacuum nozzles and nylon brush heads, which have to be cleaned often in order for the vacuum cleaner to do a thorough job.

A filtration system like no other I don’t mean to put down my Dyson DC26 or other Dyson models with bristle brush nozzles, but the red-and-blue candy-striped brush really has no peer. It can be detached and washed, and when I did that for my loan set I was happy that I didn’t have to contend with any icky hairs which usually cling to the parts responsible for picking them up. Like other Dyson vacuums, the dust box can be emptied at the press of a button and taken out for a rinse. But the Dyson V6 Fluffy is one step ahead of its brothers and sisters – even its post motor HEPA filter can be detached and washed. This is the first time I’ve heard of a washable filter – which means many years of easy maintenance without any need to buy expensive filter replacements. This is also where the Dyson V6 Fluffy is different from the DC74 Motorhead Complete, which looks like the identical twin of the Fluffy. The DC74 too runs on a V6 engine, comes with the same attachments and has the same fancy soft roller cleaner head I’m in love with, but that’s where the similarities end.

The DC74 isn’t decked with the post motor HEPA filter you see in the photo below. This small smurf-blue cylinder is the magic seal which keeps allergens and bacteria as small as 0.3 microns from re-circulating into the air as you vacuum. The Dyson V6 Fluffy comes with a full array of accessories which can help you clean any type of nook or cranny in the house and car. When fully charged, it can last up to 20 minutes, which is more than enough for me to vacuum either my 70 sqm flat or my Ford Focus hatchback, and it takes only 3.5 hours to recharge. I love that it’s not some half-baked handheld vacuum whose suction power gets progressively weaker as the Li-ion battery drains – the Dyson V6 Fluffy is a hungry monster right up to its very last breath. You might have noticed that I haven’t really mentioned other brands of vacuum cleaners so far – that’s because I haven’t really used vacuum cleaners which are of the same price point as Dyson. To do a point-to-point comparison of Dyson’s gadgets with the garden variety vacuum cleaner would be grossly unjust.

That said, I do have a locally-made handheld vacuum cleaner which has a HEPA filter. I got it a few years ago thinking that it would come in handy for general cleaning, when I’m too lazy to take out the Dyson DC26 for a thorough vacuum. vax hepa vacuum cleanerBut with the Dyson V6 Fluffy around, my old handheld, which never did pick up more dirt than a broom or a Magiclean wipe, has completely become obsolete.vacuum cleaners with allergen filtration To help you decide whether this beautiful piece of engineering belongs in your home, I have summarised the pros and cons of the Dyson V6 Fluffy below for you.a1 vacuum cleaner company That said, if you have $1,049 to spare to buy someone you love a Christmas gift, I couldn’t think of anything better.

For me, the pros certainly outweigh the cons. As the owner of a small apartment, I can argue that this is the only vacuum cleaner that I need, thus justifying the four-digit price tag. If you understand what it means to be in the business of clean, you’ll know what I mean. Where to buy: At all leading electrical stores and online End note: This is not a paid advertorial. All views belong to the writer and the loan set is from Dyson. Credit for featured image goes to: www.trendsderzukunft.deOur Singapore story began in 2004. Its location as a base for advanced manufacturing in Asia, the skilled workforce and world–class logistics infrastructure have all contributed to Dyson’s exponential regional growth. Today, more than 800 Dyson people work across three locations. Alexandra is our main design, operations and logistics hub. West Park, our advanced digital motor manufacturing facility. And Fusionopolis is our sales and marketing hub. There’s a strong link between Singapore and Malaysia, which is lived out in our joint social activities and sporting events, including a hard–fought annual football tournament.

But it’s the annual Family Day and year end party which are the most hotly anticipated calendar events. Both give Dyson people a chance to really let their hair down and our DIY fancy dress costumes always give the UK and US a run for their money. Our main Singapore research and design hub is located on the outskirts of town, close to greenery and minutes from the One–North area – a vibrant ecosystem of start–ups, educational and research institutes. It’s also only ten minutes’ walk from the local MRT stop. The space itself is open plan to foster close collaboration. It’s here that Air Multiplier™ technology is developed, as well as vital other enabling technologies in electronics, software and robotics to name a few. Supply chain management, Logistics, Finance, HR, IT and Communications professionals are all part of the Alexandra team. Set between two parks, there’s plenty of space nearby for picnicking and sports. The South East Asia Commercial Hub is responsible for Dyson’s huge ambitions across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia and the Philippines.

It needs to spread the Dyson story to hundreds of millions of homes. As Dyson’s newest outpost, it’s small but growing fast. It’s already outgrown its first home and will soon move to a new space in the heart of Singapore’s research and development centre – Fusionopolis. The new office will have a raw concrete finish, accented with steel and glass, reflecting our industrial and engineering heritage. And there are plenty of good coffee and dining options on hand. The team itself is full of pioneering spirit, exploring the new and forging new paths – whatever it takes to turn Dyson into a household name across South East Asia. One–North was master planned by architect Zaha Hadid. Home to our advanced digital motor manufacturing facility, the S$200m West Park facility has the capacity to produce 11 million motors a year. These can be found in our vacuum cleaners and Dyson Airblade™ hand dryers, and will be a core technology in all future Dyson machines.