Dyson - Gen5detect Absolute vs Shark - Stratos Upright
Where they actually differ
The most decisive specs, ranked by how much they matter — before the full spec table.
| Spec | Dyson - Gen5detect Absolute | Shark - Stratos Upright |
|---|---|---|
| Suction (AW) | 262 | 200 |
| Dustbin | 0.77 L | 0.99 L |
| Weight | 3.5 kg | 7.5 kg |
| Cordless | true | false |
| Battery | 70 min | 0 min |
Between the Gen5detect Absolute and Stratos Upright, the Gen5detect Absolute comes out ahead in suction (aw) / weight, while the Stratos Upright wins on dustbin. Overall, the Gen5detect Absolute scores 86.7 and the Stratos Upright scores 67.5 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The Gen5detect Absolute is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 19.2 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 carry the device everywhere and weight or thickness has been the deciding factor before. The biggest gaps in its favor are suction (aw), weight, cordless, among others. The single most decisive one: Suction (AW) — 31.00% more. 262 vs 200.
Pick the Stratos Upright if you care most about dustbin. Its strongest claims are dustbin. The single most decisive one: Dustbin — 28.57% more. 0.99 L vs 0.77 L.
There are no meaningful ties on the headline specs — every popular-comparison metric has a winner.
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 - Stratos Upright?
Dyson - Gen5detect Absolute leads the current Mars Score by 19.2 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, weight kg, is cordless.
Choose Shark - Stratos Upright if…
Shark - Stratos Upright has the measurable edge on dustbin l.
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) — 31.00% more. 262 vs 200.
- ▲Weight — 4.00 kg less. 3.5 vs 7.5.
- ▲Cordless: true (vs false).
- ▲Battery: 70 min vs 0 min.
Why Shark - Stratos Upright wins
- ▲Dustbin — 28.57% more. 0.99 L vs 0.77 L.
Spec comparison
Performance
| Spec | Dyson - Gen5detect Absolute | Shark - Stratos Upright |
|---|---|---|
| Suction (AW) | 262lead | 200 |
| Dustbin | 0.77 L | 0.99 Llead |
| Filter | HEPA H13 | HEPA |
Design
| Spec | Dyson - Gen5detect Absolute | Shark - Stratos Upright |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Cordless stick | Corded uprightlead |
| Cordless | truelead | false |
| Weight | 3.5 kglead | 7.5 kg |
| Battery | 70 minlead | 0 min |