See for yourself how an Oreck XL® stacks up against bagless vacs like the Dyson®.

Oreck VS. Dyson: There is no comparison

Take a feature-by-feature tour of these two machines and see for yourself how the Oreck wins hands-down in every category!

Feature #1: Weight

Lift the Oreck XL with ease.

The Oreck XL Ultra weighs 9 pounds - The Dyson weighs nearly twice that at 17lbs. The Oreck XL is unbelievably lightweight - which makes for easy cleaning.

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FEATURE #2: Ease of Use

The Oreck XL is so easy to use, it makes vacuuming a breeze.

The Dyson has its on/off switch on top of the unit, which can be awkward. The Oreck XL Ultra has its switch on the handle. That, along with its light weight, the ergonomically-designed Helping Hand® handle and easy-to-change bags, make the Oreck XL simple and easy to use.

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FEATURE #3: Maneuverability

The Oreck XL was designed to lay flat, so it can clean under furniture.

With the Oreck, you don’t need to move heavy furniture - just vacuum right under it. How easy is that!

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FEATURE #4: Dirt Disposal

The Oreck XL traps and seals in dust, dirt and allergens.

The Oreck XL vac features the ingenious Saniseal® System instead of a messy “dirt cup.” That means that what goes into the bag stays in the bag for easy disposal.

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FEATURE #5: Filtration

The Oreck XL has 9 layers of filtration, plus antimicrobial Intellashield Technology™.

The 9 layers keep the dirt in the bag - not floating around your home. The Oreck bag filters the air as it cleans the floor. Plus the advanced Intellashield Technology™ inhibits the growth of bacteria, mold and mildew in and on the vacuum. The Dyson can’t do that.

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FEATURE #6: Dirt Capacity

The Oreck XL has 4 times the dirt capacity compared to Dyson.

An Oreck filter bag holds 8 quarts of dirt. The Dyson dust cup holds 2 quarts of dirt. You’ll spend a lot less time emptying with the Oreck.

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FEATURE #7: Multi-Surface Agility

The Oreck XL transitions from carpet to floor with ease.

The Oreck is designed to self-adjust to every surface, which means you can easily move from one room with carpet to another room with tile or linoleum - without having to stop and fiddle with the vacuum. The Dyson can’t do that.

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FEATURE #8: Warranty

The Oreck XL is guaranteed and serviced FREE for 10 years.

The Oreck XL has a 10 year warranty and comes with 10 FREE annual tune-ups. Your Oreck can conveniently be serviced at one of 450 stores nationwide. The Dyson is guaranteed for 5 years and offers no free tune-ups.

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Try an Oreck XL Risk-Free in your own home for 30 days.

If you’re not completely satisfied, send it back – we’ll pay for return shipping.

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Just the Facts: Oreck Comes Out on Top
Dyson DC 14™ Oreck XL ULTRA™
Weight 17 Pounds* 9 Pounds*
Carpet to Bare Floors Carpet Height Adjustment No Change
Bagged vs. Bagless Bagless
potentially messy to empty		 Saniseal® System
Easy/Clean To Dispose Of
Fits Under Furniture Higher Profile Head
Hard Plastic Shell		 Lower Profile Head
Soft Outer Bag
Dirt Capacity 2 Quarts 8 Quarts
Lights None Bright LED Lights
Handle Dyson Handle Ergonomic Helping Hand® Handle
Ease of Storage Large, Bulky Lies Flat, Can Hang
Filters Has a Filter You Need To Wash 4 stage Filter System, No Washing Required
Warranty 5 Years 10 Years
Annual Service No Free Tune-Ups 10 Free Annual Tune-Ups
Dedicated Stores None Over 400 Nationwide
Edge Brushes None Extra-Long Side Brushes
Antimicrobial Protection/
Odor Control		 None IntellaShield Technology™
Energy Use 1203 Watts Energy Efficient 457 Watts
Manufactured Indonesia Built in the U.S.A.
* Weight without cord
Dyson® DC14 vs. NEW ORECK XL Ultra
Don't believe us? Here's what our customers say themselves:
“Lightweight, easy to maneuver, and powerful.”
“It's the best vacuum I've ever owned. I love the free yearly service – what a bonus. The performance of my XL blows the other vacuums that I have owned clear out of the water.”
Mike Gilgenbach, Tuscola, TX
“For the first time, I feel like my carpet is actually clean.”
“What a difference! It is so lightweight. Much lighter than my previous one. And the cleaning power is much better, too! My son and daughter-in-law own a cleaning service and use only Oreck vacuums. I will be telling everyone I know how much I love mine!”
Lisa Martin, Arvada, CO
“My Oreck is sleek enough to get under furniture and it has the best suction and cleaning power.”
“I am now replacing not one, but two known brand vacuums due to the lack of ability, heavy weight and bulkiness – and oh yes, the last one was bagless - BIG MISTAKE - what a mess. The last one I named Two Ton Annie. Even my husband refused to use it. Finally I bought the Oreck XL21 and I now have the vacuum I swore didn't exist. I also love the fresh scent cartridges that make my house smell so fresh and clean...and the Hepa filters that help keep all that dust from re-entering the room.”
Regina Randazzo, Yorktown Heights, NY
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