Dyson Says No but Amazon Smashes the Dyson V8 Plus Price Down to Budget Vacuum Levels
This Prime Day deal is exclusive to Prime members, so you'll need a subscription to take advantage of this record-low price: The Dyson V8 Plus is now available for just $299, which is a massive 36% off its usual $469 price tag. At this price, it's hard to justify spending two or three times more for only minor improvements found in newer models.
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The Dyson V8 Plus is powered by a digital motor that spins as high as 110,000 rpm and produces strong suction that quickly picks up dirt, dust and pet hair from carpets and hard floors. This great performance gives you the comfort of knowing you can perform deep cleaning operations effortlessly knowing the V8 Plus is capable of handling even the most stubborn debris.
The vacuum offers up to 40 minutes of silence and fade-free suction on a single charge, and that is more than enough for most homes to get through their regular cleaning cycle without rest. The battery quickly recharges as well so you're never left waiting in the cold for more than a few moments before you can pick up again.
At just under 6 pounds, it's light enough to navigate past furniture, up stairs, and into small areas. The vacuum easily converts into a handheld device which is ideal for cleaning car interiors, upholstery and other inaccessible regions. The attachments that come with it such as the crevice tool and combination tool and provide you with extra cleaning power so that you can clean every part of your home effortlessly.
The V8 Plus features a sealed dust bag that captures 99.99% of particles as small as 0.3 microns. It will also improve the air quality within your home so a great choice if you have pets or are allergic. The hygienic dirt ejector allows you to empty the dustbin in one swift action so never have to handle the dirt. Easy to keep clean, with washable filters and a see-through easy-to-empty dustbin with a reasonable capacity for trash.
This Prime Day deal will run out quickly for sure, so don't wait if you are in the mood to bag one of the year's best vacuum bargains.
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