Dyson Ball Animal 3 Upright Vacuum, 290 AW

The Dyson Ball Animal 3 is a corded upright vacuum with a de-tangling Motorbar head, three suction modes, and a washable filter. Its 17.3-pound listed weight is a practical trade-off for buyers who need a full-size cleaner.

At a glance

The listing describes a Motorbar head with vanes that automatically clear wrapped hair as it cleans, a feature aimed at reducing hair wrap during floor cleaning.
Three suction modes are described for deep- and medium-pile carpets, low-pile carpets and large debris, and hard floors with ground-in dirt.
Ball steering is designed to help guide the upright around furniture and obstacles.
The listing describes a 15-foot hose and up to 35 feet of cord reach for cleaning stairs and areas farther from an outlet.
A washable post-motor filter is claimed to trap 99.97% of particles as small as 0.3 microns, this is a listing claim, not an independent measurement.

Price

$299.00Save 34%

Reference price: ~~$449.99~~

Price checked: Nov 9, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Three selectable suction modes are specified for different carpet types, hard floors, and debris tasks.
The included stair tool and combination tool extend the listed kit beyond the main cleaner.
The 15-foot hose and stated cord reach can help with cleaning beyond the immediate area around the vacuum.

Cons

At 17.3 pounds, the listed weight is a meaningful handling trade-off for frequent carrying or moving between floors.
A 0.55-gallon capacity means buyers who clean large areas may need to consider how often they are willing to empty the bin.

Technical specifications

18 specifications

Identity
Brand	Dyson
Model	Dyson Ball Animal 3™
Color	Nickel

Cleaning and capacity
Floor recommendation	All floors
Dust capacity	0.55 gal
Filter type	Washable
Filter particle capture claim	Washable post-motor filter traps 99.97% of particles as small as 0.3 microns.

Power and controls
Power configuration	Corded Electric
Voltage	120 volts
Wattage	1350 watts
Amperage	11.25 A
Control method listed	Touch

Dimensions and handling
Form factor	Upright
Weight listed	17.3 pounds
Dimensions (L × W × H)	15.51"L x 11.02"W x 42.17"H
Hose length	15 feet
Cord reach	Up to 35 ft of extra-long cord reaches even further.
Noise level	78 dB

What’s in the box

Included

Dyson Ball Animal 3 upright vacuum cleaner
Combination tool
Stair tool
Tool holder

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Buyers looking for a corded upright with three modes for carpet, hard floors, and different debris tasks.
Pet owners who want a listed de-tangling cleaner head and tools intended for stairs and other areas.
Households that can accommodate a 17.3-pound vacuum and want a long hose and stated cord reach.

Less suited to

People who prioritize a lightweight cleaner for frequent carrying or easy repositioning may find the listed 17.3-pound weight a poor fit.
Buyers who need a cordless vacuum should look elsewhere, this model is listed as corded electric.

Dyson Ball Animal 3 Upright Vacuum, 290 AW · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.1 / 5 · 2,707 ratings

5 stars68%68%
4 stars9%9%
3 stars7%7%
2 stars4%4%
1 star12%12%

Customer feedback reports positive perceptions of suction and cleaning, particularly picking up dirt and animal hair, but effectiveness and value are mixed. The summary also notes concerns about durability, weight, and maneuverability, including reports of parts detaching or breaking and difficulty on medium-pile carpet. These perceptions matter for a 17.3-pound upright marketed for multiple floor types, buyers who frequently move a vacuum or clean medium-pile carpet may want to weigh those reported concerns. The aggregate rating is 4.1 out of 5 from 2,707 global ratings, but ratings alone do not explain why customers chose them.

Positive themes

Customers are reported to praise suction and cleaning performance, especially pickup of dirt and animal hair.

Negative themes

The customer summary reports durability concerns, including reports of the head detaching and brushroll breaking within eight months.
Customers are reported to find the vacuum very heavy and difficult to maneuver, particularly on medium-pile carpet.