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WashG1: How good is Dyson’s first wet cleaner?

The Dyson WashG1 is said to "clean everything from fine dust, small dirt and hair, splashes and spills to heavier stains such as ketchup, syrup and oil stains or toothpaste."(Bild: Krone KREATIV/Dyson)

Until now, mopping has not been Dyson's domain. However, after an initial attempt last year, the manufacturer, previously known primarily for its vacuum cleaners, now wants to give it a go and presents its first wet cleaner, the WashG1. Can it compete with rags and buckets?

With its "Submarine" - as reported by krone.at - Dyson launched its first mopping attachment for its cordless V15s Detect cordless vacuum cleaner at the end of last year. The only catch: The wet roller, which is available as an official accessory from the manufacturer for 195 euros, is currently only compatible with the aforementioned device and therefore cannot be used with other Dyson vacuum cleaners. "Our existing software is not compatible with wet floor cleaning," says the manufacturer's website. A rogue who thinks evil of it.

In any case, if you wanted to use a Dyson electric wet mop, you previously had to buy the complete package of vacuum cleaner and mop attachment, which was anything but cheap at around 900 euros. The WashG1, however, which recently became available on the Austrian market, is now the manufacturer's first "real" wet cleaner. A stand-alone appliance, so to speak. However, anyone hoping to make significant savings will be disappointed.