Dyson V11 Absolute Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£570Suction power (AW):185 AWBattery runtime:60 minutesCapacity:0.76 LWeight:3.05 kg

Dyson V11 Absolute 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.

8.2

Overall score

Score
8.2/ 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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Score components

80%

8.3

Technical Score

20%

8.0

User score

★Better than 95% of vacuum-cleaners
8.3

Technical Score

Technical score
8.3/ 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
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Score components

28%

7.9

Performance

22%

8.8

Battery

18%

8.3

Filtration

14%

10

Attachments

10%

7.2

Design

8%

6.7

Smart features

★Better than 95% of vacuum-cleaners
8.0

User score

User score
8.0/ 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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Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

8.0

Number of reviews

Based on 702 buyer reviews from online shops.
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 67% of vacuum-cleaners
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Verdict

The Dyson V11 Absolute is a high-performance cordless stick vacuum featuring a digital Hyperdymium motor spinning up to 125,000 RPM to deliver 185 air watts of suction power, alongside a 14-cyclone array and a fully-sealed HEPA filtration system. Key pros include an advanced LCD screen for real-time runtime monitoring, a Dynamic Load Sensor system that automatically adjusts suction power across different floor types, a decent 0.54-litre bin with a hygienic point-and-shoot emptying mechanism, and a fade-free battery providing up to 60 minutes of runtime. However, prominent cons include a heavy handle weight of 2.97 kg that makes overhead cleaning exhausting, a lengthy 4.5-hour recharge time, and the requirement to constantly hold down the power trigger during operation.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Dyson V11 Absolute

Technical Score
Technical score
8.3/ 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
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Score components:

28%

7.9

Performance

22%

8.8

Battery

18%

8.3

Filtration

14%

10

Attachments

10%

7.2

Design

8%

6.7

Smart features

8.3
Dyson V11 Absolute has a technical score of 8.3 points, which is higher than 95.3% of vacuum cleaners.
User score
User score
8.0/ 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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Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

8.0

Number of reviews

Based on 702 buyer reviews from online shops.
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.
8.0
Dyson V11 Absolute has a user score of 8.04 points, which is higher than 66.6% of vacuum cleaners.
Popularity
Popularity
8.0/ 10
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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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Popularity:
Dyson V11 Absolute has a popularity score of 8 points, which is higher than 71.5% of vacuum cleaners.
8.0
Dyson V11 Absolute has a popularity score of 8 points, which is higher than 71.5% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
8.0/ 10
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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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Score components:

60%

8.2

Overall score

40%

7.5

Price

8.0
Dyson V11 Absolute has a value-for-money score of 8 points, which is higher than 72.4% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
185 AW
Suction power (AW)
185 AW
This vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 185 AW, which is higher than that of 65.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.1% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (kPa)
29 kPa
Suction power (kPa)
29 kPa
This vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 29 kPa, which is higher than that of 88.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Airflow
?
Motor type
brushless
Power consumption
545 W
Power consumption
545 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 545 W, which is lower than the power consumption of 56.6% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.6% of vacuum cleaners.
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Cordless
yes
Cordless
yes
This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly. 49.5% of vacuum cleaners offer cordless operation.
Battery runtime
60 minutes
Battery runtime
60 minutes
This vacuum cleaner offers a battery runtime of 60 minutes, which is longer than that of 62.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 22.8% of vacuum cleaners.
Charging time
4.5 hours
Charging time
4.5 hours
This vacuum cleaner charges in 4.5 hours, which is slower than 64.6% of vacuum cleaners and equal to 8.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery capacity
3,600 mAh
Battery capacity
3,600 mAh
This vacuum cleaner has a battery capacity of 3,600 mAh, which is larger than that of 88.3% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.3% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery voltage
25.2 V
Battery voltage
25.2 V
This vacuum cleaner uses a battery voltage of 25.2 V, which is higher than that of 56.5% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 23.5% of vacuum cleaners.
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Filter class
hepa
Filter class
hepa
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
99.99%
Minimum overall efficiency
99.99%
This vacuum cleaner reaches 99.99% minimum overall efficiency, which is higher than that of 84.3% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 9.6% of vacuum cleaners.
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers. 82.4% of vacuum cleaners are allergy-friendly.
Capacity
0.76 L
Capacity
0.76 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.76 L, which is smaller than that of 61.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Bagless
yes
Bagless
yes
This vacuum cleaner uses a bagless design. 78.6% of vacuum cleaners use this setup.
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Main brush type
roll brush
Roller type
soft
Anti-tangle brush
yes
Anti-tangle brush
yes
This vacuum cleaner includes an anti-tangle brush. 25.7% of vacuum cleaners include this feature.
Mini motorized brush
yes
Mini motorized brush
yes
This vacuum cleaner includes a mini motorized brush. 26.9% of vacuum cleaners include this attachment.
Suitable for pet owners
yes
Suitable for pet owners
yes
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for pet owners. 72% of vacuum cleaners handle pet hair well.
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Vacuum type
stick
Weight
3.05 kg
Weight
3.05 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 3.05 kg, which is lower than the weight of 60.4% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.1% of vacuum cleaners.
2-in-1 design
yes
2-in-1 design
yes
This vacuum cleaner offers a 2-in-1 design. 53% of vacuum cleaners offer this flexible format.
Self-standing
no
Self-standing
no
This vacuum cleaner does not stand on its own. 18.9% of vacuum cleaners offer this convenience.
Adjustable tube height
no
Adjustable tube height
no
This vacuum cleaner does not include adjustable tube height. 47.4% of vacuum cleaners offer this ergonomic feature.
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Auto suction adjustment
yes
Auto suction adjustment
yes
This vacuum cleaner supports automatic suction adjustment. 19.9% of vacuum cleaners support this feature.
Dust particle sensor
no
Dust particle sensor
no
This vacuum cleaner does not include a dust particle sensor. 8% of vacuum cleaners include this feature.
LED display
yes
LED display
yes
This vacuum cleaner includes an LED display. 25.9% of vacuum cleaners include this interface feature.
Nozzle light
no
Nozzle light
no
This vacuum cleaner does not include a nozzle light. 43.4% of vacuum cleaners include this visibility feature.
Mopping support
no
Mopping support
no
This vacuum cleaner does not support mopping. 3.7% of vacuum cleaners support this multi-function feature.

Dyson V11 Absolute vs the average vacuum cleaner

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  • 9 kPa higher suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    29 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (29 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    29 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes mini motorized brush
    Mini motorized brush
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a mini motorized brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes anti-tangle brush
    Anti-tangle brush
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes an anti-tangle brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 0.04 % higher filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has higher filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (100 % vs 99.95 %).
    99.99 % vs 99.95 %
  • Automatic suction adjustment
    Auto suction adjustment
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner supports automatic suction adjustment, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 1,100 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    3,600 mAh
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger battery capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (3600 mAh vs 2500 mAh).
    3,600 mAh vs 2,500 mAh
  • Includes removable battery
    Removable battery
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a removable battery, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 9 kPa higher suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    29 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (29 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    29 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 35 AW higher suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    185 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (185 AW vs 150 AW).
    185 AW vs 150 AW
  • 1 more power levels
    Number of speeds
    3
    This vacuum cleaner offers more speed levels than the average vacuum cleaner (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 1,100 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    3,600 mAh
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger battery capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (3600 mAh vs 2500 mAh).
    3,600 mAh vs 2,500 mAh
  • Includes removable battery
    Removable battery
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a removable battery, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 10 minutes longer runtime
    Battery runtime
    60 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers longer battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (60 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    60 minutes vs 50 minutes
  • Includes battery indicator
    Battery level indicator
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a battery level indicator, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 3 V higher voltage
    Battery voltage
    25.2 V
    This vacuum cleaner has a higher battery voltage than the average vacuum cleaner (25.2 V vs 22.2 V).
    25.2 V vs 22.2 V
  • 0.04 % higher filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has higher filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (100 % vs 99.95 %).
    99.99 % vs 99.95 %
  • Includes mini motorized brush
    Mini motorized brush
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a mini motorized brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes anti-tangle brush
    Anti-tangle brush
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes an anti-tangle brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes parquet brush
    Parquet brush
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a parquet brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes wall bracket
    Wall-mounted bracket
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a wall-mounted bracket, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 15.7% lower weight
    Weight
    3.05 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (3.1 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    3.05 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • Automatic suction adjustment
    Auto suction adjustment
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner supports automatic suction adjustment, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes LED display
    LED display
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes an LED display, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    70-84 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (70-84 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    70-84 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 0.5 hours slower charging
    Charging time
    4.5 hours
    This vacuum cleaner charges slower than the average vacuum cleaner (4.5 hours vs 4 hours).
    4.5 hours vs 4 hours
  • 7 minutes shorter turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    5 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter turbo runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (5 minutes vs 12 minutes).
    5 minutes vs 12 minutes
  • 0.24 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.76 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.8 L vs 1 L).
    0.76 L vs 1 L
  • 3.8x more expensive
    Dyson V11 Absolute is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£570 vs £150).
    £570 vs £150
  • 186 mm taller body
    Height
    1,286 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is taller than the average vacuum cleaner (1286 mm vs 1100 mm).
    1,286 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • 10 mm narrower cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    250 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a narrower cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (250 mm vs 260 mm).
    250 mm vs 260 mm
  • Older release date
    Release date
    2019
    This vacuum cleaner has an older release date than the average vacuum cleaner (2019 vs 2021).
    Released in March 2019.
    2019 vs 2021
  • 3.8x more expensive
    Dyson V11 Absolute is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£570 vs £150).
    £570 vs £150
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    70-84 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (70-84 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    70-84 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 10 mm narrower cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    250 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a narrower cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (250 mm vs 260 mm).
    250 mm vs 260 mm
  • 0.5 hours slower charging
    Charging time
    4.5 hours
    This vacuum cleaner charges slower than the average vacuum cleaner (4.5 hours vs 4 hours).
    4.5 hours vs 4 hours
  • 7 minutes shorter turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    5 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter turbo runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (5 minutes vs 12 minutes).
    5 minutes vs 12 minutes
  • 0.24 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.76 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.8 L vs 1 L).
    0.76 L vs 1 L
  • 186 mm taller body
    Height
    1,286 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is taller than the average vacuum cleaner (1286 mm vs 1100 mm).
    1,286 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • Older release date
    Release date
    2019
    This vacuum cleaner has an older release date than the average vacuum cleaner (2019 vs 2021).
    Released in March 2019.
    2019 vs 2021

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Third-party reviews

Based on 702 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Dyson V11 Absolute?

  • Exceptional suction power across carpets and hard floors
  • Smart automatic power adjustment based on floor type
  • Clear LCD display screen showing real-time battery countdown
  • Highly efficient pet and long hair removal with minimal tangling
  • Generous 60-minute battery runtime in eco mode
  • Hygienic and straightforward bin emptying mechanism
  • Excellent selection of versatile cleaning attachments

What customers dislike about Dyson V11 Absolute?

  • Notably heavy and tiring to hold during extended cleaning sessions
  • Premium, highly expensive retail price tag
  • Required to continuously hold down the trigger switch to operate
  • Battery drains very rapidly when used on max boost mode
  • Bulky handle makes it difficult to reach flat under low furniture
  • Main vacuum cleaner head lacks integrated LED headlights
  • Long battery recharging cycle compared to previous models

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