What a difference
I just thought I was vacuuming for the last 30 years. I was shocked at how much more this Dyson will pick up. It really is amazing. I will never purchase anything but a Dyson in the future. This is one product that is well worth the difference.

Expensive, but worth it!
I have been through about three to four under 50$ vaccuums a year, due to my two "german shedders". I have to admit, just got this remanufactored Dyson today, but it is fantastic. Picked almost half a trash bag of dirt and dog hair today. People complain about the powerful suction, but that's what Dyson is made for! I found no problems, unless you use it on a VERY recently installed carpet or a rug. I will update if it craps out on me, like so many others (: but all in all, I am very pleased. Also, it has picked up FAR more, than any other vac I have ever had, and is much easier to use.

Great Product!
"I'm so glad I bought this vacuum! I wouldn't be able to tell that it was refurbushed if I didn't know better. It's kind of gross but seeing how much dirt gets picked up makes vacuuming fun! It's not a light vacuum but I expected it to be much heavier after reading the reviews. Seriously it's awesome and I wish I would have bought one much sooner."

I completely agree with this review! I feel gross knowing I was living in what I picked up with this vacuum. Great Buy!

Great vac
always dreamed of owning a Dyson vacuum.. at this price I would have bought one much sooner!

The Search is Over!
When our Roomba finally thew in the white flag after we brought home Shelby the shedding German Shepherd, we have been researching vacuums for months. We knew Dyson would likely be the only way to keep up with the hair but originally thought it was out of our price range. Until we found the remanufactured model! True to Amazon form it was delivered quickly in original manufacturer packaging and has been a Godsend ever since. We had forgotten what color our rugs were (blue! They are blue!) and thought our beige carpet had long ago turned gray. My husband and I now argue over who gets to vacuum because it is no longer a fight to get the floors clean. It even works well on our slate and hardwood. There are cheaper places to get the Remanufactured Dysons but Amazon works directly with the factory so you can't go wrong. If there are any differences to the 'new' model you'd be hard pressed to find them. Definitely a life-saver for pet owners!

Vacuuming made easier
I have cats and I love this vacuum! It's not too heavy and really sucks! (As in suction.) The attachments are useful and easy to switch out when you need to clean base boards or corners. I also use the smaller rotating brush to get hair off the sofa. (Much better than a tape roller.) The power cord is so long that I don't have to unplug it to go into a nearby room. The Dysolv and Abzorb cleaning products that it ships with also works wonders. My only concern is the plastic its made from can crack with enough force, but not with normal use.

Used a Dyson for 6 years
Dyson has the best products on the market. I have 5 dogs living in my home. One is a golden retriever.My Dyson has saved my carpet. I use it everyday..no joke. I have had it for 6 years(got it when Dyson first came out). When I replace it I will get another Dyson!! Don't listen to people who say anything bad.I should know a thing or two about Dyson. Also if you happen to have any questions or need anything the people at Dyson are so awesome and helpful.It's a great company.

Great while it works.
Sure the attachments are great, the dumping wasn't terrible (though it was messy), but for the price I expect this machine to last longeer. Our motor died right out of warrenty, and to fix the machine was almost as much as buying a new vaccum. I wish for the price it was better made, since we also had issues with the plastic. Overall I think we are much happier with our Oreck, even if it isn't as slick and pretty.

The Vacuum works as advertised, but could stand....
The Vacuum works well and as advertised.

Needed improvements:

1) The plastic-wrapped cord with a mind of its own. Most vacs in this price range have a rubberized cord that
does not have a memory. It makes winding and unwinding much less frustrating. Like the Oreck XL-21.

2) The top cord retainer is flimsy and may not last. And since the cord is so light you have to stoop over
to make sure it goes thru the bottom retainer. Like the Oreck XL-21.

3) No light!

4) A low-speed for vacuuming light-weight rugs by doors and such. Like the Oreck XL-21.

Too bad you can't take the best features of the Oreck XL-21 and the DC17 - it would be the perfect vacuum.

Can suck the chrome off a '57 Chevy
Been using my DC17 for a few months now, and I have so say it actually makes vacuuming fun. The suction has got to be about twice what my previous Eureka could manage.

At first, switching back and forth to floor mode and using the telescoping tool seems a bit cumbersome, but it gets easier with practice. It comes with quite a few tools, but unfortunately only three of them dock onboard--you have to store the others somewhere.

One of the most clever features of this vacuum is that the (powerful) rotating brush automatically shuts down when the handle is in the upright position and there's also a manual override button that lets you switch off the brush when vacuuming hardwood and tile floors.

Who would ever think that a company would come along and make a vacuum cleaner "cool"??