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Dyson Big Ball Absolute 2 Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£400Suction power (AW):180 AWBattery runtime:N/A minutesCapacity:1.5 LWeight:7.96 kg

Dyson Big Ball Absolute 2 Review: Compare 52 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Vacuum Cleaners category and whether it is worth buying.

6.5

Overall score

Score
6.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the vacuum cleaner's quality, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference for identifying the best vacuum cleaners on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Score components

80%

6.0

Technical Score

20%

8.4

User score

â–¼Worse than 71% of vacuum-cleaners
6.0

Technical Score

Technical score
6.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the vacuum cleaner's technical performance across six key areas: performance, battery and power supply, filtration, attachments, design, and smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare vacuum cleaners by cleaning performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components

28%

5.6

Performance

22%

4.1

Battery

18%

8.8

Filtration

14%

8.9

Attachments

10%

4.1

Design

8%

4.0

Smart features

â–¼Worse than 85% of vacuum-cleaners
8.4

User score

User score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
When it matters
When you want to know how a vacuum cleaner performs in everyday use and how reliable owners find it over time.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 77% of models
Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

6.5

Number of reviews

Based on 167 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–²Better than 77% of vacuum-cleaners
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Verdict

The Dyson Big Ball Absolute 2 is a corded, bagless cylinder vacuum cleaner powered by a 600 W motor using 2 Tier Radial cyclone technology to deliver a potent suction power of up to 252 AW. It is uniquely engineered with a self-righting ball design that automatically stands back up when toppled, features an articulating wand handle, an automatic cord rewind for its 6.66-meter cable, and a 1.5-litre hygienic dirt-ejection bin. Its major advantages include exceptional multi-surface cleaning performance with a variety of specialized pet and upholstery tools, zero maintenance costs due to a washable lifetime filter, and nimble maneuverability around furniture. However, notable disadvantages include a primarily plastic build that some users describe as flimsy, a relatively loud 78 dB operating noise level, and a bulky 7.5 kg weight that makes dragging the canister over thick carpets or up stairs somewhat laborious.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Dyson Big Ball Absolute 2

Technical Score
Technical score
6.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the vacuum cleaner's technical performance across six key areas: performance, battery and power supply, filtration, attachments, design, and smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare vacuum cleaners by cleaning performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components:

28%

5.6

Performance

22%

4.1

Battery

18%

8.8

Filtration

14%

8.9

Attachments

10%

4.1

Design

8%

4.0

Smart features

6.0
Dyson Big Ball Absolute 2 has a technical score of 6 points, which is lower than 84.5% of vacuum cleaners.
User score
User score
8.4/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
When it matters
When you want to know how a vacuum cleaner performs in everyday use and how reliable owners find it over time.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 77% of models
Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

6.5

Number of reviews

Based on 167 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
8.4
Dyson Big Ball Absolute 2 has a user score of 8.39 points, which is higher than 77.1% of vacuum cleaners.
Popularity
Popularity
6.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
When it matters
When you prefer a vacuum cleaner that has been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 55% of models
Popularity:
Dyson Big Ball Absolute 2 has a popularity score of 6.5 points, which is higher than 55.5% of vacuum cleaners.
6.5
Dyson Big Ball Absolute 2 has a popularity score of 6.5 points, which is higher than 55.5% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the vacuum cleaner's overall score with its price.
When it matters
When you are looking for a vacuum cleaner with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components:

60%

6.5

Overall score

40%

8.4

Price

7.1
Dyson Big Ball Absolute 2 has a value-for-money score of 7.1 points, which is lower than 92.5% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
180 AW
Suction power (AW)
180 AW
â–² Better than 64% of models
Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
This vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 180 AW, which is higher than that of 63.7% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.6% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (kPa)
7.8 kPa
Suction power (kPa)
7.8 kPa
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
This vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 7.8 kPa, which is lower than that of 97% of vacuum cleaners.
Airflow
?
Motor type
brushed
Power consumption
700 W
Power consumption
700 W
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <165 W – >899 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 700 W, which is higher than the power consumption of 61.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 7.5% of vacuum cleaners.
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Cordless
no
Cordless
no
â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not work cordlessly. 49.5% of vacuum cleaners offer cordless operation.
Battery runtime
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Battery capacity
N/A
Battery voltage
N/A
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Filter class
hepa
Filter class
hepa
â–¼ Worse than 38% of models
This vacuum cleaner uses filter class hepa, which is more advanced than the class used by 16% of vacuum cleaners and the same as the class used by 46% of vacuum cleaners.
Minimum overall efficiency
99.97%
Minimum overall efficiency
99.97%
â–² Better than 59% of models
Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
This vacuum cleaner reaches 99.97% minimum overall efficiency, which is higher than that of 59.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 19.4% of vacuum cleaners.
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
â–² Better than 18% of models
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers. 82.4% of vacuum cleaners are allergy-friendly.
Capacity
1.5 L
Capacity
1.5 L
â–² Better than 60% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 1.5 L, which is larger than that of 60.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 6.3% of vacuum cleaners.
Bagless
yes
Bagless
yes
â–² Better than 21% of models
This vacuum cleaner uses a bagless design. 78.6% of vacuum cleaners use this setup.
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Main brush type
classic
Roller type
none
Anti-tangle brush
yes
Anti-tangle brush
yes
â–² Better than 74% of models
This vacuum cleaner includes an anti-tangle brush. 25.7% of vacuum cleaners include this feature.
Mini motorized brush
no
Mini motorized brush
no
â–¼ Worse than 27% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include a mini motorized brush. 26.9% of vacuum cleaners include this attachment.
Suitable for pet owners
yes
Suitable for pet owners
yes
â–² Better than 28% of models
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for pet owners. 72% of vacuum cleaners handle pet hair well.
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Vacuum type
canister
Weight
7.96 kg
Weight
7.96 kg
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 7.96 kg, which is greater than the weight of 95.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.1% of vacuum cleaners.
2-in-1 design
no
2-in-1 design
no
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not offer a 2-in-1 design. 53% of vacuum cleaners offer this flexible format.
Self-standing
no
Self-standing
no
â–¼ Worse than 19% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not stand on its own. 18.9% of vacuum cleaners offer this convenience.
Adjustable tube height
yes
Adjustable tube height
yes
â–² Better than 53% of models
This vacuum cleaner includes adjustable tube height. 47.4% of vacuum cleaners offer this ergonomic feature.
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Auto suction adjustment
no
Auto suction adjustment
no
â–¼ Worse than 20% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not support automatic suction adjustment. 19.9% of vacuum cleaners support this feature.
Dust particle sensor
no
Dust particle sensor
no
â–¼ Worse than 8% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include a dust particle sensor. 8% of vacuum cleaners include this feature.
LED display
no
LED display
no
â–¼ Worse than 26% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include an LED display. 25.9% of vacuum cleaners include this interface feature.
Nozzle light
no
Nozzle light
no
â–¼ Worse than 43% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include a nozzle light. 43.4% of vacuum cleaners include this visibility feature.
Mopping support
no
Mopping support
no
â–¼ Worse than 4% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not support mopping. 3.7% of vacuum cleaners support this multi-function feature.

Dyson Big Ball Absolute 2 vs the average vacuum cleaner

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryFiltrationAttachmentsDesignSmart features
  • Includes anti-tangle brush
    Anti-tangle brush
    yes
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes an anti-tangle brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes parquet brush
    Parquet brush
    yes
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a parquet brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 30 AW higher suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    180 AW
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (180 AW vs 150 AW).
    180 AW vs 150 AW
  • Adjustable tube height
    Adjustable tube height
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner has adjustable tube height, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 0.02 % higher filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.97 %
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has higher filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (100 % vs 99.95 %).
    99.97 % vs 99.95 %
  • 753 mm shorter body
    Height
    347 mm
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is shorter than the average vacuum cleaner (347 mm vs 1100 mm).
    347 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • 20 mm wider cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    280 mm
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <230 mm – >309 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a wider cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (280 mm vs 260 mm).
    280 mm vs 260 mm
  • 0.5 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    1.5 L
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (1.5 L vs 1 L).
    1.5 L vs 1 L
  • 4.9% higher user score
    User score
    8.4/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a vacuum cleaner performs in everyday use and how reliable owners find it over time.
    Score distribution
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    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Dyson Big Ball Absolute 2
    the average vacuum cleaner
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Dyson Big Ball Absolute 2 has a higher user score than the average vacuum cleaner (8.39 vs 8.000).
    8.39 vs 8
  • 30 AW higher suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    180 AW
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (180 AW vs 150 AW).
    180 AW vs 150 AW
  • 20 mm wider cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    280 mm
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <230 mm – >309 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a wider cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (280 mm vs 260 mm).
    280 mm vs 260 mm
  • 0.02 % higher filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.97 %
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has higher filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (100 % vs 99.95 %).
    99.97 % vs 99.95 %
  • 0.5 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    1.5 L
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (1.5 L vs 1 L).
    1.5 L vs 1 L
  • Includes anti-tangle brush
    Anti-tangle brush
    yes
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes an anti-tangle brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes parquet brush
    Parquet brush
    yes
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a parquet brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Adjustable tube height
    Adjustable tube height
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner has adjustable tube height, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 753 mm shorter body
    Height
    347 mm
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is shorter than the average vacuum cleaner (347 mm vs 1100 mm).
    347 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • 12.2 kPa lower suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    7.8 kPa
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (7.8 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    7.8 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 2.2x higher weight
    Weight
    7.96 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (8 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    7.96 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • No handheld conversion
    2-in-1 design
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    80-80 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (80-80 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    80-80 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 1 fewer power levels
    Number of speeds
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <1 – >4
    This vacuum cleaner offers fewer speed levels than the average vacuum cleaner (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • 2.67x more expensive
    Dyson Big Ball Absolute 2 is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£400 vs £150).
    £400 vs £150
  • 8.1% worse value for money
    Dyson Big Ball Absolute 2 offers worse value for money than the average vacuum cleaner (7.07 vs 7.6).
    7.07 vs 7.65
  • 120 mm deeper body
    Depth
    385 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (385 mm vs 265 mm).
    385 mm vs 265 mm
  • 2.67x more expensive
    Dyson Big Ball Absolute 2 is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£400 vs £150).
    £400 vs £150
  • 8.1% worse value for money
    Dyson Big Ball Absolute 2 offers worse value for money than the average vacuum cleaner (7.07 vs 7.6).
    7.07 vs 7.65
  • 12.2 kPa lower suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    7.8 kPa
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (7.8 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    7.8 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    80-80 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (80-80 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    80-80 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 1 fewer power levels
    Number of speeds
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <1 – >4
    This vacuum cleaner offers fewer speed levels than the average vacuum cleaner (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • 100 W higher power consumption
    Power consumption
    700 W
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (700 W vs 600 W).
    700 W vs 600 W
  • 2.2x higher weight
    Weight
    7.96 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (8 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    7.96 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • No handheld conversion
    2-in-1 design
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 120 mm deeper body
    Depth
    385 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (385 mm vs 265 mm).
    385 mm vs 265 mm
  • 30 mm wider body
    Width
    295 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is wider than the average vacuum cleaner (295 mm vs 265 mm).
    295 mm vs 265 mm
  • Older release date
    Release date
    2017
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This vacuum cleaner has an older release date than the average vacuum cleaner (2017 vs 2021).
    Released in August 2017.
    2017 vs 2021

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Third-party reviews

Based on 167 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about Dyson Big Ball Absolute 2?

  • Strong suction power effective at picking up fine dust and pet hair
  • Self-righting design automatically stands back up when toppled
  • Generous selection of useful accessories and quick-release tools
  • Easy to maneuver around furniture and tight spaces
  • No-touch hygienic dirt ejection mechanism
  • Maintains consistent performance without needing filter washes or replacements

What customers dislike about Dyson Big Ball Absolute 2?

  • Build quality feels cheap and relies heavily on flimsy plastic components
  • Suction can be overly strong, making it difficult to push on certain rugs and carpets
  • Dust container capacity fills quickly and requires frequent emptying
  • Operates with a loud and disruptive noise level
  • Power cord is short and limits overall cleaning reach
  • Bulky canister design is cumbersome to store and lift

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