Dyson Cordless Vacuums Compared: Gen5 vs. V Series

Dyson has been on the market since 1991. Since its establishment, the company has been producing some of the best products in the industry including cordless vacuum cleaners. Starting at 20 minutes in a row, the company releases new and improved old technologies and the newest models are capable of cleaning for more than 60 minutes before they need to recharge.

The Dyson's "V" Series stands for cordless stick vacuums. These are cordless-free and easy to use as they are always ready to go. Other cordless vacuum cleaners might provide good performance on max mode when the Dyson cleaners give enough power even in low settings.

Dyson V8 vs. V10 vs. V11 vs. V15 comparison chart

Which Dyson is right for you?

Dyson V8 Absolute

The Dyson V8 is a classy model for low-pile carpets with no display or smart features.

Dyson V8 is safe for allergy sufferers because of HEPA filtration

The Dyson V8 is a basic model that does the job if you don't need extra power for deep carpet clean.

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Dyson V10 model line: Motorhead vs. Animal vs. Absolute

They have the same weight and the same dustbin size (the Motorhead version has a smaller dustcup). The V10 modifications have different accessory kits.

• Dyson V10 Absolute has a larger dustbin and the biggest accessory box that includes a soft roller.
• Dyson V10 Animal has about the same accessory kit but lacks a soft roller.
• Dyson V10 Motorhead has only basic accessories and a smaller dust bin. It comes with a Direct Drive cleaner head instead of the Torque Drive which is more efficient on both surfaces.

The Dyson V10 is the only one in the lineup with a Motorhead modification that has a smaller dustbin than the others. According to Dyson, the torque drive cleaner head removes 25% more dust than the Dyson V8.

The Dyson V10 vacuums have sealed HEPA filtration and are ideal for people with allergy

The Dyson V8 is a great device for the price, good for small and average homes with hard floors and carpets. It lacks the Dyson V10 power on deep carpet clean but it good for everything else.

The Dyson V10 is when good becomes better. If you want more suction to deal with deep carpet cleaning and pet hair, the V10 would be the best. Since it lasts longer, it is also more suitable for bigger homes & because of having a bigger dustbin, the V10 is essential for pet owners.

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Dyson V11 lineup

The Dyson V11 has smart surface identification and a built-in display. Lasting up to 80 minutes on one charge, the Dyson V11 has one of the most efficient battery life in the business. The same Torque Drive head has a sensor that boosts suction up to maximum settings when recognizing carpets.

Automatically boosts suction on carpets

The display has a countdown timer that shows estimated cleaning time and maintenance information, allowing switching between cleaning modes.

When it comes to the Dyson V11, it has some differences between the models depending on different options. They all have the same suction power and battery life and overall perform similarly. Also, the same as with other older models, the Dyson V11 versions have a different accessory pack. The Torque Drive and Animal options are available to buy on the US market while the Animal and Absolute are on sale on the European market.

The Dyson V11 Torque Drive has many additional accessories but it lacks the soft roller. The Torque Drive Head, however, works great on bare floors, it only struggles with big particles such as cereals, but it just takes a bit more time to suck them up. The Torque Drive model has an LCD display with a countdown timer, cleaning modes, etc. If you live in a big house with carpets mostly, have pets and first of all, live in the US, the Dyson V11 Torque Drive is for you.

Keep in mind that you can always buy the Soft-Roller Head separately.

The Dyson V11 Origin lacks a carpet identification function and has a different cleaning head, that's why it is cheaper. Specifically, tho it is the same.

The Dyson V11 Animal is available to buy in every part of the world. It lacks a stubborn dirt brush which might not be a big deal and also does not have a soft-roller brush. It is equipped with a Direct Drive Cleaner Head instead of the Torque Drive Cleaner Head and has a different type of display. The LED screen does not have a countdown timer, but you still would be able to see estimated battery life through a battery level indicator. And the Dyson V11 Animal costs $100 less than the Torque Drive version.

The Dyson V11 Absolute, unfortunately, is not presented on the US market but Europeans can buy it on Amazon.

The Dyson V11 Plus and Dyson V11 Extra have the biggest accessory packs with 7 and 10 extra tools respectively.

Dyson Outsize

The Dyson Outsize has a large dustbin and detachable batteries so you can swipe one with another if needed. Another thing is size and weight, it is bigger than the standard V11, and the cleaning head is wider which helps to get the deeds done faster. The Dyson V11 Outsize Origin has fewer accessories and also comes with one battery instead of two having up to 60 minutes of runtime.

The cleaner made for large houses

Read more about the difference between the standard Dyson V11 and Outsize.

Compared to the Dyson V11 Standard, the Dyson V11 Outsize is made for big homes with a large cleaning area, and also homes with high-pile carpets mostly.

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Dyson V12 Detect Slim

The Dyson Detect Slim is a smaller version of the V15. It does not perform as well on carpets as the V15 but is still pretty useful for all surfaces. It also has LED light on the soft roller and is very good on hard floors. If you want a lighter version for some carpet areas and mostly hard floors, the Dyson V12 is a perfect option.

Dyson Omni-Glide

The Dyson Omni-Glide is made for hard floors only and does not include a standard roller. The Omni-Glide is made to be very maneuverable; the Micro is the most lightweight on the market. However, with the small size, it has reduced the dustbin size too which means it is not meant to be for big or heavy jobs.

Both cleaners do the job of picking up even the largest debris on hard floors but are not made for carpets.

They show the same cleaning results on hard floors and the same power numbers which is lower than average but taking into account that for hard floor cleaning, the vacuum does not have to be very powerful, as the models do perfectly fine picking up everything.

The Dyson Omni-Glide is good for homes with hard floors only but since it has a small battery, it is rather good for small cleaning areas.

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Dyson V15 series

Dyson V15 includes the Dyson V15 Detect, Detect Plus, Detect Pro, and V15s submarine, the only vacuum cleaner that mops the floors.

The Dyson V15 Detect has more power compared to the standard V11 and comes with lots of attachments including a roller brush that wasn't an option for the previous V11 (or at least in the US). Unlike the V11 which boosts suction on carpet, the V15 increases power in dusty areas. A roller brush has LED lights that help to track dust and debris.

Overall, the Dyson V15 puts lots of value on the price considering its features and an attachment set.

The Dyson V15s Detect Submarine is powerful, illuminates dust, identifies debris, automatically adjusts suction level, and has a big accessory pack. The vacuum is compatible with detergent.

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Dyson Gen5

Dyson Gen5 has two modifications: Gen5detect and Gen5outsize. The second is bigger with a larger dustbin, wider cleaning head, and longer runtime.

The Dyson Gen5outsize is the most powerful vacuum cleaner in the lineup. The cleaner is ideal for big houses. The wider cleaning head covers a bigger area at once making the job done faster. With the bigger everything, you get a heavier vacuum that might tire your arm in the long run. So you can get the Gen5detect which is smaller, more lightweight, and is cheaper.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Do I need to hold the trigger as I vacuum?

Yes, the Dyson does not have a trigger lock.

2. I have a parrot, two dogs, and a cat. Which model do I need to buy to stop stressing about pet hair?

The Dyson V11 Outsize has the biggest container but worth it if you have a big house. Otherwise, the V10 and V11 would be good for your scenario as you need a big container that holds pet hair.

3. My house is two levels with about 1,100 sqft each. The second floor is all carpets. Do I need to buy the most expensive Dyson?

The Dyson V10 would be suitable as it lasts up to 60 minutes. Should be enough for such area. It is also good for carpets. If you want smart features such as a display and carpet boost, consider getting the V11.

4. I live in a small apartment with some rugs and mostly thin carpets. Would the Dyson V7 be good for my place?

The Dyson V7 is really good for homes with carpets. It does the job on hard floors too so if you have a small area of solid floors and mostly carpets, the V7 is a good buy.

5. I already have the Dyson V10. Is the V11 worth upgrading?

If you want a display and carpet identification then yes. If you are satisfied with the cleaning results of your V10 then probably no.

6. Does a Dyson stand on its own?

No, it does not. It can be hanged on the wall tho.

7. I have a shaggy carpet in my bedroom. Other carpets are thick too but this one is the shaggiest. Which one would do deep cleaning?

Have a look at the Dyson V10 or V11. Those have the strongest suction and would be able to deep clean even a shaggy carpet. Can be tough to move on one tho as the suction is strong but totally worth it if you need deep clean.

8. I want a Dyson with a floor attachment for wood floors.

Any Dyson Absolute modification comes with a floor attachment for wood floors (soft roller).

9. Does it adapt to carpets? I don't want to switch between the cleaning modes as I vacuum.

The Dyson V11 adapts suction power to a carpeted surface.

10. Can I use it on wet spills?

It might damage the vacuum's motor so we do not recommend using it on wet spills.

11. What is the difference between the Dyson V10 and V11?

The Dyson V11 has stronger suction, an LCD display, and smart carpet identification. In the US the V11 lacks a modification with a soft roller tho.

The Dyson V11 Outsize has swappable batteries and is ideal for big houses. Also comes with a wider cleaning head and is the most powerful in the industry.

12. I have mostly hard floors, would it be better if I get the Dyson V11 Torque Drive or go for the Dyson V10 Absolute? Price is about the same.

For hard floors, we recommend getting one with a soft roller in the box. This would be the Dyson V10 Absolute. If you want a display, consider getting the V11 and buy the soft roller separately.

13. The Dyson V10 Motorhead costs the same as the V8 Absolute. Any reason to buy the V8 over the V10?

The Dyson V10 Motorhead is good to buy if your place is mostly covered with carpets.

The V8 Absolute is great if you have 50/50 hard floors and carpets.

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