The 6 Best Dyson Vacuums for Every Home

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Best overall

Dyson V15 Detect Absolute

Looking for an intelligent cordless vacuum cleaner that’s powerful enough for whole-home deep cleaning? The recently updated Dyson V15 Detect Absolute is the best Dyson vacuum for you. This clever cleaning gadget is a handheld and stick vacuum in one, as the wand detaches and reveals a dusting and crevice tool.

The updated model features headlights that illuminate the floor as you vacuum to identify debris you might otherwise miss. Instead of having to manually change settings for carpet versus hardwood, the V15 detects floor type and dust volume and adjusts accordingly. A multi-stage HEPA filtration system captures allergens, making this a great option for homes with pets or people with allergies.

As for run time, the V15 gets up to 60 minutes of vacuum per 4.5-hour charge, which counts down on the crystal clear LED screen so you know how much cleaning time remains. Accessories that come with the 6.83-pound vacuum include two heads and three tools—including a hair screw tool to pick up both short and long hairs—a docking station and a charger.

Pros

• The best Dyson vacuum for whole-house cleaning
• A cordless stick vacuum and handheld all in one
• Headlights illuminate so you can see what you missed
• Automatically adjusts for different floor types
• HEPA filter
• 60-minutes of run-time per charge

Cons

• Take 4.5 hours to fully charge

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Best budget

Dyson V8 Absolute

You don’t have to spend the most to get the best Dyson vacuum, according to Cohoon. Her top pick for those on a budget is the Dyson V8 Absolute, “currently one of the strongest cordless vacuums the brand offers,” she says. This latest model has been updated with an efficient and effective HEPA filtration system.

It easily transforms into a handheld vacuum and is lightweight enough (5.5 pounds) to clean high-up places. She also notes that it features Dyson’s hair-detangling technology and comes with four cleaning accessories. Each five-hour charge gets you up to 40 minutes of continual clean time.

Pros

• $250 less than the V15
• Lightweight
• Offers up to 115 AW of suction power
• Detangles as it cleans

Cons

• Run time is only 40 minutes

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Best splurge

Dyson Gen5outsize

The Dyson Gen5outsize is the brand’s most expensive vacuum to date. However, for those with big houses (and big budgets), the premium cleaning tool could be worth the splurge (read our review for the full scoop). This high-tech vacuum significantly shaves down the time you spend cleaning with a supersized bin capacity, 25% larger head and generous 140-minute clean time, thanks to an included additional battery.

Not sure when your floor is clean? The intelligent LED screen lets you know. The 8.6-pound cordless vacuum doubles as a handheld and features an incredibly meticulous HEPA filtration system and headlights with increased brightness and range to spotlight microscopic dust, so you can identify all the places you should be vacuuming.

Pros

• The most powerful cordless Dyson
• Large bin capacity
• Oversized cleaning head
• Double the cleaning time with an included additional battery
• Smart cleaning screen tells you when you’re done
• Bright headlights
• HEPA filter
• Transforms into a handheld

Cons

• Very expensive, even for Dyson

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Best for pet hair

Dyson Ball Animal 3 Complete

The brand claims the Dyson Ball Animal 3 Complete has one of the strongest suctions and best performance records of any of its upright detangling models, and Cohoon agrees that it is the best for pet hair. “The suction and detangling this model provides is perfect for a home with pets,” she says.

It also comes with a whopping nine tools to clean everything from stairs and mattresses to grooming your pet. Of course, like the majority of full-size vacuums, the Animal is heavy, weighing in at 17.3 pounds.

Pros

• Designed for homes with pets
• Eight heads and cleaning tools to remove pet hair from every surface
• Pet grooming tool reduces pet hair before it accumulates in the home
• Washable post-motor filter traps 99.97% of particles
• Ergonomic ball design for more comfortable vacuuming

Cons

• Weighs 17.3 pounds
• Not cordless

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Best for hardwood floors

Dyson V12 Detect Slim

When shopping for the best Dyson vacuum for hardwood floors, this seriously smart, ultralight V12 Detect Slim stick vacuum is the way to go. The latest model offers improved illumination and reveals invisible dust. It features some of the same technology as more expensive models, such as adapting suction based on picked-up dust volume, and it also transforms into a handheld.

As for cleaning time, you’ll get up to 60 minutes per 3.5-hour charge. When the bin is full, simply “point and shoot” the contents into a trash can.

Pros

• A lightweight, cordless stick vacuum for cleaning hardwood floors
• Adapting suction based on debris volume
• Doubles as a handheld
• Up to 60 minutes of cleaning time
• Easy-to-empty bin

Cons

• Smaller bin size than others

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Best for powerful suction

Dyson Gen5detect

Another brand-new release from Dyson is the Gen5detect, a smaller version of the Gen5outsize, that offers the power of that top-of-the-line cordless vacuum at a lower price. While it doesn’t skimp on suction, the compromises for saving some cash are a smaller bin capacity, a 25% smaller head and one battery instead of two, giving it 70 minutes of clean time per charge. On the plus side, it weighs less at 7.72 pounds.

Pros

• Powerful suction for a cordless vacuum
• A smaller, more affordable version of our splurge pick
• 70 minutes of clean time per charge
• Reasonably lightweight for a full-size vac

Cons

• Still pricey

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FAQ

Which Dyson vacuum is the most powerful?

Until the latest new releases, the Dyson V15 Detect had the highest suction power of any Dyson vacuum, with a maximum of 240 air watts, according to Cohoon. “This is significantly higher than other popular Dyson models,” she says. However, both the Gen5outsize and the Gen5detect now offer even more suction power—an unrivaled 250 and 262 air watts, respectively.

Which Dyson model is best for long hair?

The Dyson vacuums on this list all feature hair-detangling technology on the motorbar cleaner head to prevent hair from wrapping around the brush bar.

How long will a Dyson vacuum last?

Dyson offers a 2- to 5-year warranty on its vacuums, depending on the model, “which is a good indication of the expected lifespan,” Cohoon says. “The lifespan of a Dyson vacuum can vary depending on the model, usage frequency and how well it’s maintained.”

“If a Dyson machine is used in the way it’s intended and it breaks down within the warranty period, Dyson will repair or replace it at no charge to the customer,” the brand told us in a statement.

How do you clean a Dyson vacuum?

Each Dyson vacuum comes with a user manual that advises on how to clean that particular model. The brand also offers cleaning ‘How To’ videos on the Dyson YouTube channel. While Cohoon always suggests checking your vacuum’s user manual prior to cleaning, she offers the following general steps to clean a Dyson vacuum.

1. Unplug the vacuum and remove any attachments or accessories.

2. Empty the dustbin and use a soft brush to remove any dust or debris from the bin and surrounding area.

3. Clean the filters by removing them from the vacuum and washing them with cold water. Allow them to dry completely before replacing them. For some models, like the Dyson Cyclone V10 and V11, the filters can be washed in the laundry.

4. Use a soft cloth or brush to clean the exterior of the vacuum, including the wand, brush bar and other parts. Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive materials that could damage the finish.

5. Check the brush bar for any tangles or clogs and remove any hair, string or debris.

6. Reattach the filters, dustbin and accessories, and plug in the vacuum.

What Dyson models should you skip?

Dyson is considered a premium vacuum brand, so you really can’t go wrong with any of its models. However, because technology changes so rapidly, you should avoid older models if you want to take advantage of the latest and greatest technology the brand has to offer.

Why you should trust us

When it comes to cleaning products, our editors aren’t just testers — they’re users, too! We all have homes to keep tidy, and when a product impresses us, we bring it home and make it a part of our regular cleaning routine. In addition to cleaning products, we’ve had our hands on every type of vacuum you can think of, from upright vacuums to vac-mops to car and robot vacuums from top brands like Dyson, Hoover, Bissell and beyond. We’ve tested the best vacuums and vac-mops on a variety of different surfaces, like hardwood, tile, carpet and stairs, and to clean up after pets as well. With more than 20 rounds of testing under our belts, we’re more than familiar with the best vacuum brands.

Source:

• Kathy Cohoon of Two Maids & a Mop, Tallahassee, FL