Can this new Dyson stick replace your upright? (pictures)

The Dyson v6 Motorhead is newest product in the company's Digital Slim line. Dyson claims that direct power to the brush roll helps it deep-clean carpets like a full-sized vacuum. Click through for details.

The Motorhead upgrades the original v6.

You hold the engine and the majority of the weight in your hand, making for great ergonomics.

You'll power the Motorhead by trigger.

A miniaturized version of Dyson's patented rollerball increases maneuverability.

Snap the wand and cleaning head into place and you're ready to easily vacuum floors, stairs, and even ceilings.

Both the v6 and the v6 Motorhead are easy to use on any surface.

The cleaning head differs between the v6 and the v6 Motorhead. The Motorhead is on the right, with a wider cavity and powered brush roll.

With a variety of tools that are easy to snap in place, the Motorhead can be customized to fit a variety of jobs.

You can use the mini-motorized tool for upholstery.

Press the Max button on the back to give the Motorhead an extra push of power.

The 0.12 gallon bin fills up quickly. If it overfills, you'll need to dig to get it clean.

The Motorhead's powered brush roll helps with small particle pickup, but it still falls short of a full-sized upright.