Dyson - Gen5detect Absolute vs Shark - Detect Pro Cordless IW1511
Where they actually differ
The most decisive specs, ranked by how much they matter — before the full spec table.
| Spec | Dyson - Gen5detect Absolute | Shark - Detect Pro Cordless IW1511 |
|---|---|---|
| Suction (AW) | 262 | 170 |
| Battery | 70 min | 60 min |
| Dustbin | 0.77 L | 0.7 L |
| Weight | 3.5 kg | 3.7 kg |
Between the Gen5detect Absolute and Detect Pro Cordless IW1511, the Gen5detect Absolute comes out ahead in suction (aw) / battery, while the Detect Pro Cordless IW1511 wins on several specs. Overall, the Gen5detect Absolute scores 86.7 and the Detect Pro Cordless IW1511 scores 74.4 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The Gen5detect Absolute is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 12.3 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
Pick the Gen5detect Absolute if you care most about suction (aw) / battery. The biggest gaps in its favor are suction (aw), battery, dustbin, among others. The single most decisive one: Suction (AW) — 54.12% more. 262 vs 170.
The Detect Pro Cordless IW1511 similarly does not carry a headline advantage on the popular specs — look at the full table for category-specific deltas.
Both ship with comparable cordless, so those specs do not separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the Gen5detect Absolute is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Which should you buy: Dyson - Gen5detect Absolute or Shark - Detect Pro Cordless IW1511?
Dyson - Gen5detect Absolute leads the current Mars Score by 12.3 points.The more useful decision is the trade-off behind that result: compare suction (aw), battery, weight against the way you will actually use the product.
Choose Dyson - Gen5detect Absolute if…
Dyson - Gen5detect Absolute has the measurable edge on suction aw, battery min, dustbin l.
Choose Shark - Detect Pro Cordless IW1511 if…
Shark - Detect Pro Cordless IW1511 does not lead a decisive measured field here, so choose it for price, ecosystem, design, or availability when those matter more to you.
This is a structured comparison of the published catalog values. It is not a claim of identical real-world performance across every workload; use the linked spec drill-downs and methodology page to inspect the inputs.
Why Dyson - Gen5detect Absolute wins
- ▲Suction (AW) — 54.12% more. 262 vs 170.
- ▲Battery — 16.67% more. 70 min vs 60 min.
- ▲Dustbin — 10.00% more. 0.77 L vs 0.7 L.
- ▲Weight — 0.20 kg less. 3.5 vs 3.7.
Why Shark - Detect Pro Cordless IW1511 wins
- No decisive advantages.
Spec comparison
Performance
| Spec | Dyson - Gen5detect Absolute | Shark - Detect Pro Cordless IW1511 |
|---|---|---|
| Suction (AW) | 262lead | 170 |
| Dustbin | 0.77 Llead | 0.7 L |
| Filter | HEPA H13 | HEPA |
Design
| Spec | Dyson - Gen5detect Absolute | Shark - Detect Pro Cordless IW1511 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Cordless stick | Cordless stick |
| Cordless | true | true |
| Weight | 3.5 kglead | 3.7 kg |
| Battery | 70 minlead | 60 min |