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product_id: 458996809
title: "Ball Animal 3 Upright Vacuum, Corded, 290AW, De-tangling Motorbar Cleaner Head for All Floors, 3 Suction Modes"
brand: "dyson"
price: "R14507"
currency: ZAR
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reviews_count: 8
category: "Dyson"
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# 290 AW powerful suction Radial Root Cyclone tech 3 adjustable suction modes Ball Animal 3 Upright Vacuum, Corded, 290AW, De-tangling Motorbar Cleaner Head for All Floors, 3 Suction Modes

**Brand:** dyson
**Price:** R14507
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🐾 Dominate dirt and pet hair with Dyson’s smartest upright vacuum yet!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Ball Animal 3 Upright Vacuum, Corded, 290AW, De-tangling Motorbar Cleaner Head for All Floors, 3 Suction Modes by dyson
- **How much does it cost?** R14507 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- dyson enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted dyson brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Hair-Free Cleaning:** Motorbar de-tangling brush auto-clears wrapped hair for uninterrupted performance.
- • **Precision Maneuvering:** Ball technology lets you glide smoothly around furniture and tight corners.
- • **Tailored Cleaning Modes:** Three suction settings optimize cleaning on carpets, hard floors, and debris.
- • **Unmatched Suction Power:** 290 AW of deep-cleaning force tackles dirt and pet hair effortlessly.
- • **Whole-Home Pet Solution:** Engineered for pet owners with advanced filtration and specialized tools.

## Overview

The Dyson Ball Animal 3 Upright Vacuum delivers industry-leading 290 AW suction with Radial Root Cyclone technology for powerful, consistent cleaning. Its innovative motorbar brush automatically detangles hair, while Ball technology ensures smooth navigation around obstacles. Featuring three suction modes, it adapts perfectly to all floor types—from plush carpets to hard floors. Designed for pet owners, it includes specialized tools and advanced whole-machine filtration to trap allergens and pet dander. Backed by a 5-year warranty and Dyson’s lifetime support, this corded vacuum is a premium, reliable choice for deep, whole-home cleaning.

## Description

The best cleaning performance of any upright de-tangling vacuum.¹ The Dyson Ball Animal 3 tackles tough tasks easily, making it ideal for pet owners and parents. De-tangling technology automatically clears wrapped hair from the brush bar as it cleans. With Ball™ technology and 3 cleaning modes, the Dyson Ball Animal 3 smoothly navigates around furniture and obstacles with a simple turn of the wrist, for precise cleaning. With no loss of suction, 2 Dyson-engineered accessories, and up to a total of 50ft reach, the vacuum gets up high, down low and everywhere in between for a whole-home deep clean. Comes with a 5-year limited warranty and lifetime Dyson support. Register your machine on the MyDyson™ app for personalized machine guides, maintenance and support.¹ Four-carpet Geomean per ASTM F608-18. Tested against corded vacuums marketed with de-tangling cleaner heads from Jan 2021 to Dec 2021.²Filtration tested to ASTMF1977, Allergen capture based on particle size.

Review: 4 & 3/4 stars, I do really really like this vacuum - Let me just start by saying I poured over a ton of reviews of different Dyson models before buying, and on finally deciding on this one (Animal 3), was *hoping* the negative reviews weren’t huge red flags. I’ll get specific with my skepticism in this review as it would’ve helped me when shopping. The listing I purchased from was for Animal 2, Animal 3, and Animal 3 Extra models, and comparing basically ALL reviews for the 3 models, I chose Animal 3 and I’m glad I did. First: the bad reviews stating this vacuum won’t go on thick carpet ALMOST had me convinced not to buy it. Even Dysons site has multiple bad reviews stating the same, more bad than good on their own website! I’m happy to report I have zero issue with this with my shaggy, thick, plush carpets. If it’s on either of the carpet settings it moves just fine. Adjust your vacuum and go. I’d had a ball Dyson in the past, and I didn’t love it. This was another hesitation. The swivel/ball mechanism on my previous one was loose and flowy, but this meant the thing would curve around just when I was trying to push it straight. This Animal 3 does not do that. It’s a bit tighter, it stays straight but is easy to curve when you want. My previous Dyson also toppled over anytime I was tugging at the hose and this one, probably because it’s a little heavier, stays up even when the hose is really extended and being jostled around. PROS: excellent suction, it moves well. I really like how it gets all the way to the edge when you run the side of the vacuum head along the baseboard, not leaving a 1/2 inch gap like my last vacuum. So far I’m really stoked about how the rotating brush clears hair in this Animal 3-we only have one shorthair cat, but I have long hair and so does my daughter, and between the two of us shedding, I’ve done my fair share of cutting the tons of hair that was wrapped around the vacuum beater bar with a utility knife and yanking it out with previous vacuums! So far I have vacuumed my entire house a few times with this Dyson and not a single hair wrapped around the bar in the vacuum head. To my extreme surprise, I LOVE the little stair tool!! Vacuuming carpeted stairs has been the bane of my existence for years (that’s only a slight exaggeration) and this little tool that looks like it should be meant for hard floors does a killer job picking up all the dirt and bits, while fluffing the carpet nicely, including the carpeted edge and the little vertical part under each step where it fits in just right (the wand even swivels at the end of the hose so you can change your angle with ease while vacuuming your steps). Finally, I’m not lifting a heavy upright vacuum in a ridiculous way and hurting my back to make the stairs look nice!! So far I’m very pleased with this vacuum especially considering my hesitation about buying another Dyson after not really liking my old one. If things change, I will definitely update this review. Not many cons to this vacuum…but… CONS: it’s kinda heavy, but not much different than my last vacuum (a Hoover windtunnel) or my previous Dyson. The weight is not a huge issue for me. The plastic parts that seem very breakable are disappointing in such a pricy vacuum. The hooks to wrap the cord look like they could snap, and worse, the thin plastic mechanism that extends down the tank and opens the lower flap to empty it seems very delicate and if that breaks, it could be a real PITA. For several hundred dollars I would hope things would be more durable, but I was aware of this complaint going in—and this is why I give it just below 5 stars. When I have the hose wand out and am putting it back in, it’s a little sticky at the very last part of sliding it back into place at the top of the vacuum. Sometimes it really does NOT want to slide into place, and I have to use a little force. A couple of times it went right in easily. I’m unsure if this is just an issue with my unit or an issue with other Animal 3’s. I don’t like how there’s not a release to tilt the vacuum, and that you must just *crack* the sucker down to tilt it and start vacuuming. However this on Animal 3, that is easier to do and not nearly as harsh of a crack as the Dyson I had before. All in all, I was extremely skeptical buying this vacuum and I’m quite thrilled at how much I like using it and how well it works. Especially vacuuming my stairs, it is really a game changer!
Review: UPDATE 1/4/2025 This is not the same Dyson in Costco - I’ve purchased many Dysons over the last 2 decades. This particular one has a different roller bar in that it’s not like the bristled bar on the other Dyson uprights. It’s difficult to push as the “grabbers” don’t really “grab”. I wanted to speak with the seller and have no way to contact. 🤷‍♀️ whaat?? As per return policy, I can send it back but I won’t get a full refund because I’ve used it. Well, how else would I know if the thing worked well, or not? My biggest mistake was that I just didn’t purchase from Costco again. I’m a loyal Dyson customer, and rave to everyone about the Dyson upright, I’ve even purchased two as gifts, but I absolutely hate this vacuum, from the first and only use. Save your money… don’t buy THIS vacuum. Further more, steer clear of this roller bar design. It’s awful. In fact, Dyson needs to hear how awful this design is. This particular vacuum will give Dyson bad reviews and lose potential customers who don’t know which of their products are awesome. So yeah, I want a full refund because I want the Dyson Animal 2 Origin with the bristled roller bar, because THAT vacuum sucks! In a good way. Hope this helps anyone looking for a great vacuum that’s worth the little bit extra. As an owner of a professional cleaning service, I’ve used many different vacuums, and the upright, Dyson Ball Animal 2 Origin is the way to go.. UPDATE- I’ve been using this vacuum for a few months now and it seems to work as a Dyson should. I still don’t like ot as well as the Dyson Animal 2 Origin. I gave such a negative review earlier and wanted to say, I’m using this current Dyson in the house cleaning business. It seems to function better on bare floors than the Costco Dyson. It also doesn’t bog down on certain carpets and stop the roller bar. I’m happy with the performance of this current Dyson, the only negative thing I will say is that it weighs more than the Animal 2 Origin. One other difference I’ve noticed is the vacuum head is narrower on this current Dyson, which has its pros and cons. But it’s not a big enough different to rate. This current Dyson is still better than any other upright on the market, and I have used about every upright brand available, so I think I can give an accurate review. If you’re thinking of a Shark upright for whatever reason, consider this- the Shark is top heavy with a light weight vacuum head. Its awkward to operate, and tips over easily and the power cord is too short. The hose for handheld attachments is rigid and makes operation of those accessories more of a task to operate than to clean. Just get the Dyson upright, in the long run you’ll be a much happier camper.

## Features

- The best cleaning performance of any upright de-tangling vacuum.¹
- 2 Dyson-Engineered accessories. Stair tool and combination tool
- Pioneering Radial Root Cyclone technology. Increases suction and helps remove dirt from your home.
- Motorbar cleaner head de-tangling technology. Automatically clears wrapped hair from the brush bar as you clean.
- 3 suction modes. Select the right cleaning mode for the right task. Deep- and medium-pile carpets, low-pile carpets and large debris, and hard floors and ground-in dirt.
- Ball technology helps you navigate around obstacles with a simple turn of the wrist. For easy, precise maneuvering around your home.
- Engineered for larger homes with pets. Removes dirt and pet hair around your home. Easily tackles big messes.
- Advanced, whole-machine filtration. Whole-machine filtration ensures that particles are trapped inside the machine, not expelled back into the home.
- 5-year warranty and lifetime Dyson customer support. Register your machine on the MyDyson app for personalized machine guides, maintenance and support.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0B75Q388N |
| Amperage | 11.25 Amps |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
| Batteries required | No |
| Battery Description | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery type | Lithium-Ion |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2,009 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) #11 in Upright Vacuum Cleaners |
| Brand | Dyson |
| Capacity | 0.55 Gallons |
| Color | Nickel |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Controller Type | Push Button |
| Customer Reviews | 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (4,313) |
| Filter Type | Washable |
| Form Factor | Upright |
| Hose Length | 15 Feet |
| Included Components | Dyson Ball Animal 3 upright vacuum cleaner, Combination tool, Stair tool, Tool holder |
| Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Is Cordless? | No |
| Item Weight | 17.33 pounds |
| Item model number | UP30 |
| Manufacturer | Dyson |
| Maximum Horsepower | 1.81 Horsepower |
| Model Name | Dyson Ball Animal 3™ |
| Motor Horsepower | 1.81 Horsepower |
| Noise Level | 78 Decibels |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Power Levels | 3 |
| Number of Speeds | 3 |
| Portable | Yes |
| Product Dimensions | 15.51"L x 11.02"W x 42.17"H |
| Special Feature | 290 AW, Bagless, Cleans carpets and hard floors, Corded Vacuum, Tools for pets |
| Style | Ball Animal 3 |
| UPC | 885609027869 |
| Vacuum Collection Technology | Cyclonic technology, Rotating brush roll |
| Wattage | 1350 watts |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Dyson
- **Filter Type:** Washable
- **Power Source:** Corded Electric
- **Special Feature:** 290 AW, Bagless, Cleans carpets and hard floors, Corded Vacuum, Tools for pets
- **Surface Recommendation:** All floors

## Images

![Ball Animal 3 Upright Vacuum, Corded, 290AW, De-tangling Motorbar Cleaner Head for All Floors, 3 Suction Modes - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61obMXu972L.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is there a release button for reclining the handle?  It seems to require more force than I expected to recline from the upright position.**
A: Mine is always slipping out of the upright position when I wanted to stay upright!  I don’t think there’s a special button

**Q: What voltage is it**
A: Mine is 120

**Q: Does this come with the Pet Groom attachment?**
A: No it does not.

**Q: Can someone pleaaase tell me how to recline this thing? I can't figure it out and it's driving me nuts.**
A: Simply press down with moderate force on the handle. It will then disengage and recline. It’s not intuitive and took me a hot second

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4 & 3/4 stars, I do really really like this vacuum
*by L***H on September 10, 2023*

Let me just start by saying I poured over a ton of reviews of different Dyson models before buying, and on finally deciding on this one (Animal 3), was *hoping* the negative reviews weren’t huge red flags. I’ll get specific with my skepticism in this review as it would’ve helped me when shopping. The listing I purchased from was for Animal 2, Animal 3, and Animal 3 Extra models, and comparing basically ALL reviews for the 3 models, I chose Animal 3 and I’m glad I did. First: the bad reviews stating this vacuum won’t go on thick carpet ALMOST had me convinced not to buy it. Even Dysons site has multiple bad reviews stating the same, more bad than good on their own website! I’m happy to report I have zero issue with this with my shaggy, thick, plush carpets. If it’s on either of the carpet settings it moves just fine. Adjust your vacuum and go. I’d had a ball Dyson in the past, and I didn’t love it. This was another hesitation. The swivel/ball mechanism on my previous one was loose and flowy, but this meant the thing would curve around just when I was trying to push it straight. This Animal 3 does not do that. It’s a bit tighter, it stays straight but is easy to curve when you want. My previous Dyson also toppled over anytime I was tugging at the hose and this one, probably because it’s a little heavier, stays up even when the hose is really extended and being jostled around. PROS: excellent suction, it moves well. I really like how it gets all the way to the edge when you run the side of the vacuum head along the baseboard, not leaving a 1/2 inch gap like my last vacuum. So far I’m really stoked about how the rotating brush clears hair in this Animal 3-we only have one shorthair cat, but I have long hair and so does my daughter, and between the two of us shedding, I’ve done my fair share of cutting the tons of hair that was wrapped around the vacuum beater bar with a utility knife and yanking it out with previous vacuums! So far I have vacuumed my entire house a few times with this Dyson and not a single hair wrapped around the bar in the vacuum head. To my extreme surprise, I LOVE the little stair tool!! Vacuuming carpeted stairs has been the bane of my existence for years (that’s only a slight exaggeration) and this little tool that looks like it should be meant for hard floors does a killer job picking up all the dirt and bits, while fluffing the carpet nicely, including the carpeted edge and the little vertical part under each step where it fits in just right (the wand even swivels at the end of the hose so you can change your angle with ease while vacuuming your steps). Finally, I’m not lifting a heavy upright vacuum in a ridiculous way and hurting my back to make the stairs look nice!! So far I’m very pleased with this vacuum especially considering my hesitation about buying another Dyson after not really liking my old one. If things change, I will definitely update this review. Not many cons to this vacuum…but… CONS: it’s kinda heavy, but not much different than my last vacuum (a Hoover windtunnel) or my previous Dyson. The weight is not a huge issue for me. The plastic parts that seem very breakable are disappointing in such a pricy vacuum. The hooks to wrap the cord look like they could snap, and worse, the thin plastic mechanism that extends down the tank and opens the lower flap to empty it seems very delicate and if that breaks, it could be a real PITA. For several hundred dollars I would hope things would be more durable, but I was aware of this complaint going in—and this is why I give it just below 5 stars. When I have the hose wand out and am putting it back in, it’s a little sticky at the very last part of sliding it back into place at the top of the vacuum. Sometimes it really does NOT want to slide into place, and I have to use a little force. A couple of times it went right in easily. I’m unsure if this is just an issue with my unit or an issue with other Animal 3’s. I don’t like how there’s not a release to tilt the vacuum, and that you must just *crack* the sucker down to tilt it and start vacuuming. However this on Animal 3, that is easier to do and not nearly as harsh of a crack as the Dyson I had before. All in all, I was extremely skeptical buying this vacuum and I’m quite thrilled at how much I like using it and how well it works. Especially vacuuming my stairs, it is really a game changer!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ UPDATE 1/4/2025 This is not the same Dyson in Costco
*by A***N on August 27, 2024*

I’ve purchased many Dysons over the last 2 decades. This particular one has a different roller bar in that it’s not like the bristled bar on the other Dyson uprights. It’s difficult to push as the “grabbers” don’t really “grab”. I wanted to speak with the seller and have no way to contact. 🤷‍♀️ whaat?? As per return policy, I can send it back but I won’t get a full refund because I’ve used it. Well, how else would I know if the thing worked well, or not? My biggest mistake was that I just didn’t purchase from Costco again. I’m a loyal Dyson customer, and rave to everyone about the Dyson upright, I’ve even purchased two as gifts, but I absolutely hate this vacuum, from the first and only use. Save your money… don’t buy THIS vacuum. Further more, steer clear of this roller bar design. It’s awful. In fact, Dyson needs to hear how awful this design is. This particular vacuum will give Dyson bad reviews and lose potential customers who don’t know which of their products are awesome. So yeah, I want a full refund because I want the Dyson Animal 2 Origin with the bristled roller bar, because THAT vacuum sucks! In a good way. Hope this helps anyone looking for a great vacuum that’s worth the little bit extra. As an owner of a professional cleaning service, I’ve used many different vacuums, and the upright, Dyson Ball Animal 2 Origin is the way to go.. UPDATE- I’ve been using this vacuum for a few months now and it seems to work as a Dyson should. I still don’t like ot as well as the Dyson Animal 2 Origin. I gave such a negative review earlier and wanted to say, I’m using this current Dyson in the house cleaning business. It seems to function better on bare floors than the Costco Dyson. It also doesn’t bog down on certain carpets and stop the roller bar. I’m happy with the performance of this current Dyson, the only negative thing I will say is that it weighs more than the Animal 2 Origin. One other difference I’ve noticed is the vacuum head is narrower on this current Dyson, which has its pros and cons. But it’s not a big enough different to rate. This current Dyson is still better than any other upright on the market, and I have used about every upright brand available, so I think I can give an accurate review. If you’re thinking of a Shark upright for whatever reason, consider this- the Shark is top heavy with a light weight vacuum head. Its awkward to operate, and tips over easily and the power cord is too short. The hose for handheld attachments is rigid and makes operation of those accessories more of a task to operate than to clean. Just get the Dyson upright, in the long run you’ll be a much happier camper.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Must have vacuum if you own pets
*by M***H on February 20, 2026*

This vacuum works amazing. I have a golden retriever, so pet hair is a constant issue, especially in carpet. This vacuum handles the fur effortlessly. Thick, fur covered carpet didn’t phase it at all. It picked everything up without clogging or losing power, and the suction stayed strong the entire time. The difference between this and my old vacuum was noticeable immediately. If you have a dog that sheds a lot, this vacuum is absolutely worth it.

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