Dyson V12 Detect Slim+ Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£450Suction power (AW):150 AWBattery runtime:60 minutesCapacity:0.38 LWeight:2.36 kg

Dyson V12 Detect Slim+ 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
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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%

8.1

Technical Score

20%

8.4

User score

★Better than 93% of vacuum-cleaners
8.1

Technical Score

Technical score
8.1/ 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%

6.9

Performance

22%

8.5

Battery

18%

7.5

Filtration

14%

10

Attachments

10%

7.6

Design

8%

9.4

Smart features

★Better than 91% 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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Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

8.1

Number of reviews

Based on 1,443 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 79% of vacuum-cleaners
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Verdict

The Dyson V12 Detect Slim+ is an intelligent, lightweight cordless stick vacuum powered by a Hyperdymium motor spinning at up to 125,000 RPM to deliver 150 Air Watts of fade-free suction. Key characteristics include an ergonomic 2.2 kg body, a Fluffy Optic cleaner head that illuminates invisible dust on hard floors, a piezo sensor that automatically adjusts suction based on real-time particle counts, and an integrated LCD screen showing a 60-minute runtime countdown. Main advantages highlight its user-friendly single-button power control instead of a continuous trigger, excellent maneuverability, and anti-tangle Motorbar and conical brush tools ideal for pet hair. However, notable drawbacks include a significantly downsized 0.35-litre dust bin that requires frequent emptying, less deep-cleaning power on carpeting compared to bulkier models, and a relatively high price point.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Dyson V12 Detect Slim+

Technical Score
Technical score
8.1/ 10
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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%

6.9

Performance

22%

8.5

Battery

18%

7.5

Filtration

14%

10

Attachments

10%

7.6

Design

8%

9.4

Smart features

8.1
Dyson V12 Detect Slim+ has a technical score of 8.1 points, which is higher than 90.6% of vacuum cleaners.
User score
User score
8.4/ 10
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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%

8.6

User ratings

30%

8.1

Number of reviews

Based on 1,443 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.
8.4
Dyson V12 Detect Slim+ has a user score of 8.45 points, which is higher than 79.2% of vacuum cleaners.
Popularity
Popularity
8.1/ 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 V12 Detect Slim+ has a popularity score of 8.1 points, which is higher than 73% of vacuum cleaners.
8.1
Dyson V12 Detect Slim+ has a popularity score of 8.1 points, which is higher than 73% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
8.2/ 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%

8.1

Price

8.2
Dyson V12 Detect Slim+ has a value-for-money score of 8.2 points, which is higher than 82.8% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
150 AW
Suction power (AW)
150 AW
This vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 150 AW, which is higher than that of 43.9% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 11.1% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (kPa)
17.96 kPa
Suction power (kPa)
17.96 kPa
This vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 17.96 kPa, which is lower than that of 65.8% of vacuum cleaners.
Airflow
45 L/s
Airflow
45 L/s
This vacuum cleaner delivers 45 L/s airflow, which is higher than that of 85.7% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.6% of vacuum cleaners.
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 hours
Charging time
4 hours
This vacuum cleaner charges in 4 hours, which is faster than 42.4% of vacuum cleaners and equal to 25.6% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery capacity
2,500 mAh
Battery capacity
2,500 mAh
This vacuum cleaner has a battery capacity of 2,500 mAh, which is larger than that of 48.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 24.7% 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
99.97%
Minimum overall efficiency
99.97%
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
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers. 82.4% of vacuum cleaners are allergy-friendly.
Capacity
0.38 L
Capacity
0.38 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.38 L, which is smaller than that of 95.3% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.1% 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
soft roller
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
2.36 kg
Weight
2.36 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 2.36 kg, which is lower than the weight of 83.6% 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
yes
Dust particle sensor
yes
This vacuum cleaner includes 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
yes
Nozzle light
yes
This vacuum cleaner includes 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 V12 Detect Slim+ vs the average vacuum cleaner

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  • 17.2 L/s higher airflow
    Airflow
    45 L/s
    This vacuum cleaner delivers higher airflow than the average vacuum cleaner (45 L/s vs 27.8 L/s).
    45 L/s vs 27.8 L/s
  • 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.
  • Automatic suction adjustment
    Auto suction adjustment
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner supports automatic suction adjustment, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes dust particle sensor
    Dust particle sensor
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a dust particle sensor, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes removable battery
    Removable battery
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a removable battery, 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.
  • 5.6% 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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    the average vacuum cleaner
    Dyson V12 Detect Slim+ has a higher user score than the average vacuum cleaner (8.45 vs 8.000).
    8.45 vs 8
  • 6.6% better value for money
    Dyson V12 Detect Slim+ offers better value for money than the average vacuum cleaner (8.15 vs 7.6).
    8.15 vs 7.65
  • 17.2 L/s higher airflow
    Airflow
    45 L/s
    This vacuum cleaner delivers higher airflow than the average vacuum cleaner (45 L/s vs 27.8 L/s).
    45 L/s vs 27.8 L/s
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 0.02 % higher filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.97 %
    This vacuum cleaner has higher filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (100 % vs 99.95 %).
    99.97 % 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.
  • 34.8% lower weight
    Weight
    2.36 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (2.4 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    2.36 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • Includes wall bracket
    Wall-mounted bracket
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a wall-mounted bracket, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 15 mm narrower body
    Width
    250 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is narrower than the average vacuum cleaner (250 mm vs 265 mm).
    250 mm vs 265 mm
  • Includes dust particle sensor
    Dust particle sensor
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a dust particle sensor, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Automatic suction adjustment
    Auto suction adjustment
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner supports automatic suction adjustment, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes nozzle light
    Nozzle light
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner includes a nozzle light, 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)
    71-82 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (71-82 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    71-82 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 0.62 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.38 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.4 L vs 1 L).
    0.38 L vs 1 L
  • 2.04 kPa lower suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    17.96 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (18 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    17.96 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 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
  • 3x more expensive
    Dyson V12 Detect Slim+ is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£450 vs £150).
    £450 vs £150
  • 154.8 mm taller body
    Height
    1,254.8 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is taller than the average vacuum cleaner (1254.8 mm vs 1100 mm).
    1,254.8 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
  • 3x more expensive
    Dyson V12 Detect Slim+ is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£450 vs £150).
    £450 vs £150
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    71-82 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (71-82 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    71-82 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 2.04 kPa lower suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    17.96 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (18 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    17.96 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 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
  • 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
  • 0.62 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.38 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.4 L vs 1 L).
    0.38 L vs 1 L
  • 154.8 mm taller body
    Height
    1,254.8 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is taller than the average vacuum cleaner (1254.8 mm vs 1100 mm).
    1,254.8 mm vs 1,100 mm

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Third-party reviews

Based on 1,443 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Dyson V12 Detect Slim+?

  • Extremely lightweight design weighing only 2.2kg, making it highly portable and easy to carry up and down stairs.
  • Excellent maneuverability around tight corners, obstacles, and low furniture.
  • Strong suction power on bare floors and carpets that effectively removes deep dirt and fine dust.
  • Illuminated cleaning head (green laser) makes invisible dust particles and pet hair highly visible on hard floors.
  • Single push-button power control replaces the traditional trigger, significantly reducing hand and finger fatigue.
  • De-tangling technology in the cleaner heads effectively prevents hair from wrapping around the brush rolls.
  • Clear LCD screen provides real-time battery countdown, power mode updates, and data on picked-up particles.
  • Hygienic 'point-and-shoot' mechanism ensures quick, touch-free emptying of the dust container.

What customers dislike about Dyson V12 Detect Slim+?

  • Very small dustbin capacity (0.35L) requiring frequent emptying during a single cleaning session.
  • Short battery runtime when used continuously on maximum 'Boost' power mode (usually under 10 minutes).
  • High premium price tag compared to other cordless stick vacuums on the market.
  • Plastic body design can feel somewhat thin or flimsy to some users.
  • Proprietary tool connections mean older Dyson powered attachments are incompatible without specific adapters.
  • The unit cannot stand upright on its own and must be leaned against a wall or mounted on its dock.

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