The Dyson DC65 has a similar size to DC25, but has stronger suction power.
Dyson claim that the DC65 has a reconfigured brush bar that generates 25% more power drives bristles deeper into carpets removing more dirt, and the Radial Root Cyclone technology remodeled air flows help remove more dirt, dust and allergens.
Both of them include a few models. For example, the DC65 includes DC65 Animal, DC65 Animal Complete, and DC65 Multi Floor, these models are the same unit except for the color and included tools.
Here are some differences between Dyson DC25 and DC65 that you may want to know before making a purchase.
Bin Capacity
The Dyson DC65 has a much larger dust cup.
Cord Length
The cord on the DC65 is over 10 feet longer than the one on the DC25.
Cleaning Path
The DC65 has a wider cleaner head.
Weight
The DC25 is about 1 pound lighter than the DC65.
Using Wand with Hose
When using the wand with the hose to clean around, the DC65 has NO handle on the wand while the DC25 has the handle on the wand that puts less stress on your wrist.
Here are pictures taken from the manuals that will illustrate it clearly.
Dyson DC25 and DC65 Side by Side Comparison
| Dyson DC25 Animal | Dyson DC65 Animal | |
|---|---|---|
| Images |  |  |
| Cyclone Technology Type | Root Cyclone™ technology | Radial Root Cyclone™ technology |
| Ball Technology | YES | YES |
| Design | Full Size Upright | Full Size Upright |
| Multiple Floor Types Cleaning | YES | YES |
| Suction Power | 220 airwatts | 245 airwatts |
| Amps | 11 amps | 11.7 amps |
| Bagless | YES | YES |
| Bin Capacity | 0.31 gallons | 0.55 gallons |
| Corded | YES | YES |
| Cord Length | 24.6 ft | 35 ft |
| Auto Cord Rewind | No | No |
| Max Reach | 40.3 ft | 51.7 ft |
| Cleaner Head Width | about 12″ | about 13.3″ |
| Cleaner Head Technology | Self-adjusting | Self-adjusting |
| Warranty | 5 year warranty on parts & labor | 5 year parts and labor warranty |
| Dimensions | 42.4" x 12.2" x 15.4" | 42.4" x 13.4" x 15.4" |
| Weight | 16.125 lbs | 17.35 lbs |
| Motorized Brushroll | YES | YES |
| Brush On/Off | YES | YES |
| Suction Control | No | No |
| Manual Height Settings for Carpets | No | No |
| HEPA filter | YES | YES |
| Manual | Dyson DC25 Manual Official Download Link | Dyson DC65 Guide |
If you own Dyson DC65 or DC25, please share your experience, reviews, and more info below.
I ordered the Dyson DC25 from QVC, it hasn’t arrived yet. But your DC65 sounds like a much better unit, why don’t they just sell the DC65?. Are these rejects or something?
I have had a DC25 for ten years, so I believe the DC65 is the newer version, more efficient and updated. The 25 has served me well these past ten years with pets, wood floors, tile , wool area carpets, and wall to wall carpets.
It just recently started have some issues, but I have never had a vacumn lady this long with as little maintenance as this one. I’m sure you will be very pleased with your purchase.