Dyson V15 Detect Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price in UK:~£530Avg. price in US:~$650Suction power (AW):240 AWBattery runtime:60 minutesCapacity:0.77 LWeight:2.96 kg

Dyson V15 Detect 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.

8.9

Overall score

Score
8.9/ 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.
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8.9

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9.1

User score

★Better than 99% of vacuum-cleaners
8.9

Technical Score

Technical score
8.9/ 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.
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28%

9.3

Performance

22%

8.8

Battery

18%

8.3

Filtration

14%

10

Attachments

10%

7.3

Design

8%

9.4

Smart features

★Better than 99% of vacuum-cleaners
9.1

User score

User score
9.1/ 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.
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70%

8.7

User reviews

30%

10

Popularity

User score:
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★Better than 95% of vacuum-cleaners
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Verdict

The Dyson V15 Detect is an intelligent cordless stick vacuum powered by a Hyperdymium motor spinning up to 125,000rpm to deliver a formidable 230 to 240 air watts of suction power. Key characteristics include a Fluffy Optic cleaner head that illuminates microscopic dust on hard floors, a piezo sensor that counts particles to automatically adjust suction across three power modes (Eco, Auto, Boost), and an LCD screen providing real-time data and runtime countdowns. Main pros include exceptional deep-cleaning performance across both carpets and hard floors, a fully sealed filtration system capturing 99.99% of particles down to 0.3 microns, effective anti-tangle brush bars for pet hair, and a swappable battery offering up to 60 minutes of runtime in Eco mode. However, notable cons include its high premium price tag, a heavy handheld weight, a trigger-style power switch that must be held down continuously, and a battery life that rapidly drains to around 10 to 15 minutes when operated in high-suction Boost mode.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Dyson V15 Detect

Technical Score
Technical score
8.9/ 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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28%

9.3

Performance

22%

8.8

Battery

18%

8.3

Filtration

14%

10

Attachments

10%

7.3

Design

8%

9.4

Smart features

8.9
Dyson V15 Detect has a technical score of 8.9 points, which is higher than 99.9% of vacuum cleaners.
User score
User score
9.1/ 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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8.7

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10

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(Reviews last updated: July 2026)

9.1
Dyson V15 Detect has a user score of 9.09 points, which is higher than 94.6% of vacuum cleaners.
Popularity
Popularity
10.0/ 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.
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Dyson V15 Detect has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than 91.9% of vacuum cleaners.
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Dyson V15 Detect has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than 91.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
8.6/ 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.
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7.7

Price

8.6
Dyson V15 Detect has a value-for-money score of 8.6 points, which is higher than 95.8% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
240 AW
Suction power (AW)
240 AW
This vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 240 AW, which is higher than that of 85.9% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (kPa)
30 kPa
Suction power (kPa)
30 kPa
This vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 30 kPa, which is higher than that of 89% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 3.4% of vacuum cleaners.
Airflow
52 L/s
Airflow
52 L/s
This vacuum cleaner delivers 52 L/s airflow, which is higher than that of 89.7% 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
4.5 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
0.77 L
Capacity
0.77 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.77 L, which is smaller than that of 61.4% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.3% 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
2.96 kg
Weight
2.96 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 2.96 kg, which is lower than the weight of 64.4% 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 V15 Detect vs the average vacuum cleaner

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  • 90 AW higher suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    240 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (240 AW vs 150 AW).
    240 AW vs 150 AW
  • 24.2 L/s higher airflow
    Airflow
    52 L/s
    This vacuum cleaner delivers higher airflow than the average vacuum cleaner (52 L/s vs 27.8 L/s).
    52 L/s vs 27.8 L/s
  • 10 kPa higher suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    30 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (30 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    30 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.
  • 13.6% higher user score
    User score
    9.1/ 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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    the average vacuum cleaner
    Dyson V15 Detect has a higher user score than the average vacuum cleaner (9.09 vs 8.000).
    9.09 vs 8
  • 12.1% better value for money
    Dyson V15 Detect offers better value for money than the average vacuum cleaner (8.58 vs 7.6).
    8.58 vs 7.65
  • 90 AW higher suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    240 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (240 AW vs 150 AW).
    240 AW vs 150 AW
  • 24.2 L/s higher airflow
    Airflow
    52 L/s
    This vacuum cleaner delivers higher airflow than the average vacuum cleaner (52 L/s vs 27.8 L/s).
    52 L/s vs 27.8 L/s
  • 10 kPa higher suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    30 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (30 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    30 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 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
  • Less operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    70-76 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is quieter than the average vacuum cleaner (70-76 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    70-76 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 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.
  • 18.2% lower weight
    Weight
    2.96 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (3 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    2.96 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 0.23 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.77 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.8 L vs 1 L).
    0.77 L vs 1 L
  • 3.53x more expensive
    Dyson V15 Detect is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£530 vs £150).
    £530 vs £150
  • 160 mm taller body
    Height
    1,260 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is taller than the average vacuum cleaner (1260 mm vs 1100 mm).
    1,260 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
  • 3.53x more expensive
    Dyson V15 Detect is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£530 vs £150).
    £530 vs £150
  • 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
  • 0.23 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.77 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.8 L vs 1 L).
    0.77 L vs 1 L
  • 160 mm taller body
    Height
    1,260 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is taller than the average vacuum cleaner (1260 mm vs 1100 mm).
    1,260 mm vs 1,100 mm

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Dyson V15 Detect?

  • Exceptional suction power across all floor types, effectively clearing fine particles and deep-seated carpet dirt.
  • Innovative Laser Slim Fluffy cleaner head highlights invisible dust and hair on hard floors.
  • Intelligent Auto mode automatically adjusts suction power when higher concentrations of debris are detected.
  • Informative LCD screen displays an accurate real-time battery runtime countdown and particle count diagnostics.
  • Excellent hair management with anti-tangle cleaner heads that prevent long hairs and pet fur from wrapping around the brush bar.
  • Hygienic 'point and shoot' bin emptying mechanism minimizes contact with dirt.

What customers dislike about Dyson V15 Detect?

  • Premium pricing represents a significant financial investment.
  • Noticeably heavy and bulky, making prolonged use tiring in large spaces or when lifted in handheld mode.
  • Battery life is heavily restricted when operating in high-power Boost mode, often lasting only 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Features a trigger power switch that requires continuous squeezing during use rather than a simple on/off button.
  • Emits a loud, high-pitched whining noise while operating in its maximum suction settings.
  • The standard cleaner head can occasionally push larger pieces of debris forward on hard surfaces instead of pulling them in.

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