Dyson's Wet Wond'r: An Unexpected Cleaning Saga
Initial Glance: Dyson's innovative wet-dry vacuum unveiled
Dyson's V15s Detect Submarine proved to be a formidable dry cleaner for hard floors and carpets. But its main claim to fame, the Submarine wet roller attachment for washing hard floors, left something to be desired.
A Wet 'n' Wild Ride
The Submarine wet roller head, while not Dyson's first venture into the world of wet floor cleaning, did not quite live up to expectations. Other products on the market, such as the LG A9T-Ultra's mop attachment and the Invictus X9's water attachment, had fallen short in the past. However, the Submarine's wet roller attachment was included in CHOICE's first full test of dedicated hard floor cleaners, going head-to-head with contenders like Bissell and Eufy.
Living Underwater
The Submarine head fits onto the cleaning wand, and the neck is blocked to prevent moisture from entering the wand. Unlike other Dyson models, the Submarine head does not use the vacuum's suction controls. Instead, there's a clear 300mL reservoir for clean water, and a wet roller head within the attachment. As you move the head over the hard floor surface, water is released onto the spinning wet roller head which then absorbs any spills before extracting the dirty water into a waste extraction tray.
The Wet and the Wild
Our vacuum expert, Antonio Bonacruz, rated the effort of maneuvering the head as "very good," but the pivoting head felt too loose when trying to get it to go in a straight direction. The Submarine head did well in removing debris from hard floors but struggled with tough stains, such as mud and soy sauce, compared to other recommended products.
One positive aspect of the Submarine is that it left floors barely wet with residual water evaporating quickly. However, the process of maintaining its wet roller head became a chore, with multiple steps and frequent hand-washing required to keep it clean.
Dyson's Dry Renown
While we've focused on the new Submarine function in this review, the V15s Detect impressed as a dry vacuum as well. Our expert, Adrian Lini, found it excelled in both carpet cleanliness tests and hard floor performance. However, the V15s still uses an outdated trigger mechanism that only turns on when held down, which can be tiring for those with weaker hands or arthritis.
In Conclusion
Although Dyson V15s Detect Submarine impressed as a dry vacuum, the hard floor cleaning aspect was a letdown, particularly when it came to maintaining the Submarine head. If you own a V15 (without the 's') and were hoping to add the Submarine attachment, you'll be disappointed to learn that it's not compatible with older models. For better performing wet-dry vacuums, consider the Tineco Floor One S7 Pro with its advanced wet-dry functionality, self-cleaning system, and smart sensors.
Keeping You Dry
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[1] Antonio Bonacruz[2] Adrian Lini[3] Messy Mess-tasting[4] Tineco Floor One S7 Pro[5] Get Your Feet Wet
In the realm of wet floor cleaners, Dyson's Submarine wet roller attachment faced a challenge in meeting expectations, as observed in the CHOICE's initial full test, where it went up against competitors like Bissell and Eufy. (Choice, Hard floor cleaners)
When it comes to technologies that combine both dry and wet cleaning capabilities, the Tineco Floor One S7 Pro stands out with its advanced wet-dry functionality, self-cleaning system, and smart sensors. (Tineco Floor One S7 Pro)
