The humble mop and bucket could be facing obsolescence as high-tech cleaning gadgets continue to revolutionise household chores. Leading the charge is Dyson's WashG1, a cordless floor cleaner that promises to tackle both wet spills and dry debris in one simple pass, leaving users astonished by the results.
A High-Tech Solution for Hard Floors
Positioned as the most hygienic way to clean tough stains, the Dyson WashG1 combines vacuum and mopping functions. Its key innovation is a set of rotating rollers, which efficiently lift dirt while making the device easy to manoeuvre. After cleaning your floors, the WashG1 cleans itself via a 140-second cycle that activates when the unit is plugged in to charge, ensuring it's always ready for use.
Substantial Savings and User Reactions
Originally retailing at £599.99, the WashG1 is now available for £349.99 – a significant saving of £250. This matches one of its lowest-ever prices, previously seen in early December sales. Early adopters have been impressed. One shopper, after using it on their kitchen floor, remarked: "I couldn't believe how much extra dirt it brought up, and how much cleaner the floor looked." Another user celebrated their tiled floor being 'like new again'.
However, some feedback highlights a minor learning curve. The same satisfied user noted a lack of clear instruction, saying: "The only criticism I would have is that absolutely nowhere does it tell you that it needs to be plugged into the mains and charging for the self-clean function to work." Dyson confirms this information is available on its official website.
How It Stacks Up Against The Competition
Even with the discount, the WashG1 remains a premium investment for floor cleaning. For budget-conscious shoppers, alternatives exist. The Shark Steam mop, at £159.99, offers a plug-in steaming function but lacks self-cleaning tech and dual rollers. The Vax Steam Fresh cleaner is even more affordable at £89.99 and kills 99.99% of bacteria, but it is corded, making it less convenient to use than a cordless model.
For those seeking the ultimate in cleaning hygiene regardless of cost, Dyson also offers a more advanced model: the Dyson Wash+Clean (or Clean + Wash Hygiene). Launched just months ago, this upgrade is lighter, has no filter to clean, and uses a system that cleans and dries its own roller, promising 'no clogging, no bacteria, and no bad smells'. During a hands-on trial, it famously mopped a soy sauce spill from white tiles in seconds without leaving a stain.
The substantial price cut on the WashG1 makes this sophisticated cleaning technology more accessible. While it represents a significant outlay, its dual-function design and self-cleaning capability present a compelling case for households ready to ditch the traditional mop for good.
