Dyson V15 Detect Absolute

Only had for a month or so and am impressed with it. Only reason why i didn't give it 5 stars is the fact that it cannot cope with long dog hair unless used on "Boost" mode. Our dog is a Golden Retriever. And i believe it should come with a spare… Read more ·  1

filter as it does get dirty quite quickly and takes quite sometime to clean and dry out. So a spare would be quite handy. Priced currently at $890 which is a huge drop from what it was.

Dyson was known for quality products, but recent products dropped in quality. The V15 at $1,000 is an example where one should seriously consider buying another vacuum stick than a Dyson. The bin design is an absolute joke. Within a month the bottom ring seal will break loose as it scrapes against another rubber with every cleaning. The bin… Read more

door rubber double folds creating a fold that renders this vacuum cleaner useless. The handle is still not ergonomic. Within 15 minutes one hands start cramping holding this heavy vacuum head with a poorly designed handle. The wands got a seal that’s glued on that pulls loose after 6 months. The bin is difficult to clean and removing it from the machine didn’t consider simplicity. This product must be one of the worst designs Dyson could bring to the market.

So easy to manoeuvre on the staircase. Pet brush works great on steps has great performance. Sucks out all the fine dust and impurities. Floor brush attachment led light glows on dust like CSI detector lol. Big fluffy brush works well overall on carpets. Used the smallest attachment for cob webs and the long pointy attachment for edges and dust in… Read more ·  2

crevasses. Best to use on all levels of power not just full force it won’t last the hour otherwise. Use wisely it is a really good vacuum at half price. I wouldn’t pay top price for it. But gets the job done. The next up market one was only $ 100 more on sale but weight was an issue for me I preferred the lighter one and slightly smaller bin. Personal point of view . Otherwise get the heavier one it’s the top of range but is definitely heavier if you are up and down stairs. It also compresses dust in its bigger bin.

The Dyson V15 superseded the V11 Outsize as Dyson’s most powerful vacuum (220AW vs 240AW) in 2021. While boasting some flashy improvements, the V15 stays true to many of the V11 things we loved. While slightly heavier than a standard V11, it is much lighter than the V11 Outsize (Dyson’s former flagship vac.) V15 vs V11 COMMONALITIES Both have… Read more ·  1

click in batteries (1 hour of power), 3 power modes, the interchangeable purple HEPA filters, anti screw tool and general tools, chargers, wall brackets, wands (excluding the Detect Complete variant) and the bin size. The V11Outsize comes with a bigger filter, 150% bigger bin, 25% bigger floor head and different fitting wand.

V15 vs V11 MAIN DIFFERENCES

POWER A V11 Advanced has 200AW (a V15 Detect Absolute has 240AW.) A standard V11 is supremely impressive for power and easy handling. A V15 also handles beautifully, offering more power and more customised cleaning options (see below.)

AUTO MODE While both vacuums share the same power modes, on the V15, selecting Medium mode will trigger Auto Mode. The machine automatically adapts to the floor type and changes to Eco mode (e.g., hard floors), Medium or Boost (e.g. larger debris, fine dust, carpets). A V11 requires manual adjustment between modes unless you have the high torque motorhead with the adjustable manual gate. The latest V11 motorbar version does not feature this, although you do get hair detangle vanes.

PARTICLE COUNTER The Dyson V15 series displays, sorts and numbers allergens; impressive but scary reading, but thankfully the solution is partly in your hands.

HEADS (A) The V11's old quick release turbine head has been updated to the V15's anti tangle screw version. (B) Not all V11's feature an extra head for hard floors such as Dyson's fluffy roller head. The V11 range only offers this on the Absolute variant. In direct comparison, all V15 variants do offer a second floor head; the V15's fluffy roller for hard floors features a class 1 laser for illuminating and capturing fine dust particles. As good as the original fluffy head is (I use one everyday for home cleaning) the V15's fluffy laser detect head is superior; lighter, slimmer and with all the pick up power of the original. (C) Additionally, the latest V11 shares the same motorbar as the V7, V8, V,10 and V12; also featuring hair detangling vanes, it's an astute performer, but isn't as smooth as the V15 digital motorbar and lacks an adjustable gate (includes (+ / -- settings.)

CAN I JUST USE THE DIGITAL MOTORBAR FOR ALL FLOORS INSTEAD?

Yes; and pick up power is awesome with the adjustable gate, meaning very little escapes the Dyson jaw. However, see below…

5 REASONS TO USE BOTH HEADS

1/The slim fluffy head is lighter and easier to push around in tight spots, giving you better handling and manoeuvrability. 2/That same lower profile mean you pick up even more of the bad stuff on hard floors. 3/The digital motorbar does not have a laser; meaning if you are on hard floors, you can see invisible fine dust, water that shouldn’t be picked up etc. 4/The slim fluffy head saves you valuable battery time in eco mode (read on). 5/Specifically designed for hard floors, it is safer to use with its fluffy strip and nylon roller.

PRICE (RRP)

V11 Advanced: $1199 V11 Absolute: $1199 (Not currently available) V15 Detect Absolute $1449 V15 Detect Complete: (Not currently available) Dyson engineering and performance results in dearer prices. However, there are constant sales at Dyson and retailers. Look out for exclusives / offers if you buy from Dyson direct, and be sure to register to get an extra year on the warranty. Dyson are pricy, yes, but they look after their customers and offer serious value for money. I would have never survived as a professional cleaner without my Dyson’s and this inspired me to continually improve in all areas; surface vacuuming, fan blades, sills, pet stations, fabric couches, inside cupboards and so on.

VS CARPETS, PETS AND HAIR

This cordless wonder has the power to grace and groom carpets effortlessly, via 3 power modes that intelligently adapt to your floor type (and a manual gate adjustment to further fine tune your clean.) The digital motorbar multi-floor cleaning head (phew) comes in its latest and greatest format yet; bombarding dirty rugs and carpets with illustrious power, they physically look fresher and cleaner. The 56 hair detangling vanes (for households with long hair and pets) are also great, eliminating the need for constant cleaning. Man, it almost makes you want to vacuum, helping you burn valuable calories in the process!

TARGETING ALLERGENS

The whole HEPA filtration purple filter stays. If you suffer from allergens and want a healthier and more hygienic home, peace of mind comes in knowing ‘the purple one’ removes up to 99.9% of ultra fine particles to 0.3 microns. This can include; —Pollen —Dust mites —Skin flakes —Mould spores —Particles the size of some bacteria. Be tappy happy (tap top of filter when emptying the bin and the filter itself) as this machine picks up a ferocious amount of the bad stuff. Do this ideally outside or away from your body and consider a mask also. Furthermore, the HEPA filtration is great for the home and the health of those cleaning and those you are cleaning for, churning out HEPA filtered clean air once catching all the bad stuff.

V15 DETECT COMPLETE VS ABSOLUTE

Interestingly, the wand on the Detect Complete version is shorter and has a built in crevice tool / brush, while the more traditional satin wand on this and other Dyson V15 models offers a longer reach (665mm)-- ideal if you are taller. Depending on your height and whether or not you would prefer less tools to store, its a tantalising option. Another cool extra feature of the Detect Complete variant that champions good health is a turquoise HEPA filter (removing 99.7% of ultra fine particles down to 0.1 microns, from pet dander to diesel soot). So if you simply want to remove more allergens and go for gold (coincidentally, the colour) then this is a better bet. You can also purchase this filter for extra, as it is compatible with all V15 and some V11 variants. The Complete variant adds gold to the wand, brush bars and cyclone, compared to the classic Dyson yellow nickel (cyclone) and iron (wand). The Complete also adds several extra accessories such as a flexible car crevice tool and a swivel tool for lower and higher reach areas. Dyson stock of gold variants can be limited however, so while this is an incredible machine, if looks are a factor in your purchase keep that in mind and check with Dyson before buying.

DYSON V15 DETECT COMPLETE REVIEW

https://www.productreview.com.au/listings/dyson-v15-detect#review-with-attachments

STOP PRESS…

…Use the laser head in eco mode on some hard floors and you can achieve 70+ mins. Some reports claim (and I have witnessed) up to 80mins, but keep in mind this may apply only to the surface in question. Other hard floor types maybe more demanding to clean and you have to allow up to 30 seconds for information to change. Auto mode gives you up to 60mins while Boost mode gives you up to 6 minutes of intensive cleaning. Dyson has brilliantly optimised your battery life, ridding you of the need to manually select boost mode (max power on V6, 7 and 8) as Auto will boost as and when needed.

CONCLUSION

If you have hard floors, every V15 is equipped with Dyson’s best ever fluffy slim detect head. Slimmer and lighter, as fine dust is a big issue and invisible to the naked eye, the laser head detects and contains this. Some people will only be interested in using the digital motorbar for all floors which is fine, but in doing this, please note; —You will not be able to see fine dust —Your machine will feel slightly heavier and not as free moving —Battery time varies depending on the floor type and floor head you use, plus the mode you are in (Auto and Boost will change the total time.) Dyson have worked hard to customise your experience and save your battery, but if you have no desire to use extra floor heads, a medium sized home or mainly carpets, for this reason a V11 may be worth considering. However, while the V11 is powerful, the extra 40AW of power makes the V15 the better option. I can tell you that in a 3 storey large home with many thick carpets, a V15 is a much better choice. The deal sealer is that you will love the digital motorbar; it moves effortlessly and is really clever, powerful tech. The V11 motorbar is a good choice and matches pet hair problems with its detangle combs, but it is second best. The real battle comes between V15 variants. It also will be, for some, a better choice than the Detect Complete variant and the Gen 5 due to weight, wand and ability to use in handheld mode, as the Gen 5's supreme 70 minute battery is physically greater (longer) in size. Wand wise, those who prefer a little more reach, look no further (check out the photos to compare.) Hopefully a power button is next, as if I could ‘pimp my Dyson’, this (complete with a turquoise filter) would be my ultimate combo! Health and allergen sufferers will prefer a V15 Detect Complete due to the premium filter although you can buy the filter from Dyson separately. You may also want the extra tools this machine offers to bring this factor to other areas such as under couches, tops of cupboards or in your car. Ultimately, whatever variant you pick, this is a vacuum that will very much change the way you think about hoovering your home.

My husband bought this Boxing Day sales at first I used it in on turbo it lasted from 5:06 pm to 5. :22pm not so good, it filled the dust bin in no time it takes a few hrs to charge battery we are buying a spare one. Today I used it on eco and part boost it lasted an hour! Good. There was only $100 difference in the top one ( in this sale… Read more ·  1

currently) or this second to it but I went for the lighter weight one and slightly smaller bin. It is very good on the stairwell and floors definitely at the sale price and all the attachments it’s a go to . It makes light of housework. Looking forward to using the other attachments. Very happy. Trigger happy. Easier to manoeuvre than the top one that is heavier and no trigger. Even Pablo ( cat) likes it.

We had a 'traditional' barrel vacuum cleaner for many years, but that brand now only makes commercial cleaners. It was a Nilfisk and it was made in Denmark. Unfortunately it 'only' lasted 28 years before it started its inevitable decline. Then we bought Electrolux and then Bosch and then... none of them were up to scratch compared to the good ol'… Read more ·  1

yellow Nilfisk. They'd get blocked, lose suction, they were weak and impractical. It seemed like there was no solution. We tried a 'Drememe' or something or such, but it was terrible, the Samsung was good, but very pricey! So we bought this a few weeks ago and we have our new Nilfisk! It's just that it's called a Dyson now. (Sorry Nilfisk, I know Dyson came along thirty years ago and had better marketing, but it turns out their products are actually really good.) The V15 we got was about five hundred dollars off when all the discounts were applied. We bought it from the actual Dyson online store and delivery was really quick. I think their headquarters are in Taren Point. It's really satisfying to see the dust and hair with the green laser and it even highlights dust when the lights are on or when there's sunlight on the floor - very impressive and not the gimmick I thought it would be at all. We're a hairy, neolithic-style family and we all have long or longish hair, we also have a dog and the dustbin on the V15 fills up with a satisfying amount of hair, dust, sand and parmesan cheese when we've cooked Italian or when Hunter Biden needs a pick me up. We have a mix of hard floor and carpet in our house, so the different attachments for each different type of floor make it very effective. I was shocked by how much fine dirt and sand we had in our carpet after such a long time without a decent vacuum cleaner. There's still a ton under there, but we'll just have to keep working with te V15 to get it all up. I have no doubt it can do it. The hair screw attachment is small, but effective, however, I find that the laser detection head for hard floors does a fine job with all the hair regardless, so I don't use the hair screw much. I use the 'crevice' tool as well, but that's private... I also use it on the bathroom floor and the laundry floor and both have tiles. It works great and gets all the fine dust up from the dryer and all the hair on the bathroom floor, because we're disgusting. Just make sure the floors are totally dry before you vacuum them though, otherwise your machine will suck up water, start buzzing and become self-aware and either try to kill you, or help you with your love life. But don't try to lean it against a wall because it will slide down and hit the floor very hard (battery first). Ouch! I did that once and I thought it would be broken for sure. It wasn't, but please don't do that, lie it flat or hang it on the provided wall hanger/charger thingy. It's easy to empty the bin and you don't have to come into contact with the dust. However, I would recommend you avoid emptying in the kitchen or office bin, because the dust will kick up and re-circulate. This is the one disadvantage these machines have against a bagged vacuum. I just go outside to our council bins and dispose of the dust there. The cleaning routine is necessary and annoying, sure. But it's pretty easy to clean the filters and Dyson have very helpful videos on their website, insta and Youtube for all that. I'd avoid Bosch, who make great dishwashers, dryers and ovens (we have all Bosch for our appliances, which is why we bought a Bosch vac). The Drememeeme machines just seem like cheap and cheerful knock offs and the one we tried was flimsy, complicated to use and didn't have great performance. Also, why reward a company that has no original thinking? I mean as Gob Bluth would say: "Come on!" So yah, I'd buy one of these if you have a medium to large home, need the convenience of the wall hanger (pictured in my office and no, I'm not going to get up to take of photo of the actual vac, because it's on the other side of the house at the moment and I couldn't be bothered, thank you very much). Anyway, that's my final paper for the semester and I would like to commend it to you Professor in the hope that you will consider me for the Oxford Rhodes Scholarship for 2026.

Yours sincerely, Miles Bennett Dyson, AI engineer and lead developer on the SkyNet Defense System for Cyberdyne Systems (SAC-NORAD)...

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This is the most amazing Vacuum that I have ever brought. Well worth the investment. Its light to use and every powerful. Has various suction settings. Good quality. Highly recommended. Show details ·  1

Absolutely disappointed with Dyson, it used to be worthwhile to pay high prices for Dyson vacuum cleaners, but not anymore, do not make the same mistake I made purchasing this brand a brought the V15 detect absolute at Harvey Norman here at the Bundall store in the Gold Coast, paid 1500 dollars for it and the brush case started to brake into… Read more

pieces as I was vacuuming the Unit, it was just the second time I was using the very frail ready to brake stick vacuum cleaner, then the dust bin lock broke, Dyson sent a replacement but the point is that to pay a high price for any Dyson product is a big mistake, I got the Dyson big ball vacum cleaner and a hair straightener too, it is a no no the quality of Dyson is very questionable now, and big disappointment

I had a Dyson V10 for many years and it was excellent. I then decided to not purchase and replace parts on it and purchased the V15 $1100 worst thing I ever did. It had the floor clean accessorie which only runs dirty water on your floor. The head on the V15 stopped working so I had to put my V10 head on this vacuum. Now it runs and stops and runs… Read more

and stop and runs and stops after a few seconds then it will eventually run. I hate this vacuum and will not buy another Dyson now they are not reliable anymore :(

I have only had this vacuum a year and 6 months roughly but been a nightmare after 6 months. I emailed Dyson to ask why it runs and stops etc they never replied.

Not too fussed! – Overall disappointed!! Shopping for the perfect vacuum is a challenge at best. I wanted a Miele like my current one, I've had it for 23 years, and still works well. I wanted an upgrade, But, looking around I didn't like the quality of what I saw. I wanted to treat myself. So after reading the reviews I went for a Dyson V15. It has great ratings &… Read more

I like the look of the Dyson, great colours, & it looks slick. Everyone has one, So, it must be good. I Like how it has anti tangle comb & the laser light Accessory. Easy to clean, and easy to use. BUT, It cuts out when I go over my cow hide (short hair), and the rug in my office (see photos). I also have a red shag pile in my lounge, and I wont go anywhere near that one! This is meant to do wooden floors as well as carpets. I watch the videos to make sure I understood all I needed to do to get going. I was excited it's cordless. I'm looking forward to going up/down the stairs without a battle of cords. It's great going under my chest of draws the way it swivels, but it did not go under my bed - (1 inch moving room). Please design a part that will allow me to clean under my bed? because at this price I expect the best($1000). I really wanted this to work but having it for a couple of weeks - I'm becoming more disappointed :( I want one vacuum to do it all Carpets (long hair), wooden floors & cleaning under beds. Maybe you could design another foot that will aloud me to clean my carpets without cutting out! Plus, the awkward gap tool to have firm brushes on it, as it scraps along the skirting boards making a really bad scratching sound. The laser light is a fantastic idea. When I used it, it was after I vacuum my floor. Then went back with the laser foot, and it kick in "WOW" brilliant idea. Cheers Debb

Love it! Definitely recommend – I bought this one as I wanted to invest in a good quality cordless vacuum, I’ve had it for over a year now and it’s brilliant. It lasts long enough for me to vacuum the whole house. I use it on carpets, wooden floors and tiles and never had any issues. I have 2 kids who are super messy and a cat that loses lots of fur, and it cleans it up… Read more ·  1

perfectly. I love that it has different modes, and gives you info on the things it picks up. It is however quite expensive, so you really have to invest, but I definitely recommend it!

STICKER SHOCK....STICKER SHOCK – WOW ...just WOW! The initial reaction to the pricing of a Dyson is apparently quite common. This plastic fantastic costs way more than my first car did.. In summary, so far it works and it works very well. It is quiet, easy to empty and the battery has a good amount of run time. Its just such a leap of faith to buy a vacuum that weighs a few kilograms for north of $1000.00. Show details ·  1

Not value for money. $1,500 AUD for three years – Only lasted three years. Was repaired under warranty and the filter replaced under warranty as well. Continually blocks - up to six times during a one hour vacuuming session. Hopeless. I had to use two filters in that time also. Wash after every use. I have a clean home with one indoor cat. Dyson wants to charge me to service it. No way! Money down the drain. Also it is quite heavy - probably the weight of the battery. Show details

Amazing stick vac, but will prompt more time spent cleaning! – When I first tried the laser head on my new Dyson v15 I was totally shocked at how much dust and detritus was on floors I thought were relatively clean! The laser shows up every speck on your floor in all its glory. It will be an asset to me, owning 2 dogs…the only downside is that I know I will spend MUCH more time vacuuming with this - apparently common when you get this item… Show details ·  1

Blinded by the Light! – I saw the 'light' and had to have it! Cashed in frequent fliers to buy this vacuum about 12mths back. Like many buyers, I wished it did not have this feature....the dust can never be removed fully, drove me crazy, so I switched to another attachment head. However, another not to be defeated feature was detaching the stick to empty the dust… Read more ·  5

canister.....too tight, have to get my husband to assist and the when it is released....falls on my foot...ouch! The next dud is the downward push to expell the contents, it does not clear the lot, I have to get a skewer to pick it out, the lever action does not get it all. I have cats and a lot of cat hair. I prefer my V8 or DC44...and yes I have 3 vac's....and a 2 storey house.

Evil green light tells me I need to vacuum more of the floor – The green light is absolutely evil, I see a few crumb on the floor get the vac out and it immediately shows me how the seemingly clean floor is actually full of cat hair and that I nee to vacuum a much bigger space. On top of that "the light" makes it obvious where there are patches of floor that need mopping, prior to having the a vac with the… Read more

"the light" I would have been blissfully unaware of the mess for weeks on end.

Now on the more serious side it does its job. The suction is strong enough most of the time, although from time to time we still grab the 2000W plug into wall drag around vacuum cleaner to ensure we have sucked everything out of the carpet.

My biggest complaint is that I cannot just go an buy the submarine attachment to help me clean the mess its now telling me about on the floor.

Great upgrade from existing model – We had a Dyson v7 Animal for years before this and it had finally given up the ghost. I was very impressed with that model so decided to buy the v15 when it was on sale. Much better system for emptying that the previous model. Also the green light for detecting dust where i normally couldn't see was a novelty, but comes in handy sometimes. Whilst… Read more

it was much more costly, which was nearly the reason we didn't buy the v15 we have found it to be a suitable upgrade.

Never go back to a corded vacuum – Dyson v15 absolute is a life changer. Powerful, adaptable, portable and no more removing hair from brush roller. It's always ready to use unlike a corded vacuum that you have to take out and plug in. Dyson's amazing customer service is a bonus. Show details

Surprised with this purchase – I bought this Dyson as an addition to my 15+ year old Dyson DC19, (which is still going strong), for use as quick and easy clean during the week of the fur from my new puppy. I was very surprised at how well it cleaned my hardwood floors downstairs. It is lightweight and easy to maneuver. I tried it on my carpet and worked very well, cleaned… Read more

better than the DC19, and it is so much lighter. My most hated chore was vacuuming the carpeted stairs, using the cone attachment made the work quick and easy. I have had the V15 for about 6 weeks now and haven't used the DC19 since.