Dyson - V15 Detect 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 - V15 Detect Absolute | Shark - Detect Pro Cordless IW1511 |
|---|---|---|
| Suction (AW) | 240 | 170 |
| Dustbin | 0.77 L | 0.7 L |
| Weight | 3.1 kg | 3.7 kg |
Between the V15 Detect Absolute and Detect Pro Cordless IW1511, the V15 Detect Absolute comes out ahead in suction (aw) / dustbin, while the Detect Pro Cordless IW1511 wins on several specs. Overall, the V15 Detect Absolute scores 85 and the Detect Pro Cordless IW1511 scores 74.4 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The V15 Detect Absolute is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 10.6 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 V15 Detect 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), dustbin, weight. The single most decisive one: Suction (AW) — 41.18% more. 240 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 battery, cordless, so those specs do not separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the V15 Detect 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 - V15 Detect Absolute or Shark - Detect Pro Cordless IW1511?
Dyson - V15 Detect Absolute leads the current Mars Score by 10.6 points.The more useful decision is the trade-off behind that result: compare suction (aw), weight against the way you will actually use the product.
Choose Dyson - V15 Detect Absolute if…
Dyson - V15 Detect Absolute has the measurable edge on suction aw, dustbin l, weight kg.
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 - V15 Detect Absolute wins
- ▲Suction (AW) — 41.18% more. 240 vs 170.
- ▲Dustbin — 10.00% more. 0.77 L vs 0.7 L.
- ▲Weight — 0.60 kg less. 3.1 vs 3.7.
Why Shark - Detect Pro Cordless IW1511 wins
- No decisive advantages.
Spec comparison
Performance
| Spec | Dyson - V15 Detect Absolute | Shark - Detect Pro Cordless IW1511 |
|---|---|---|
| Suction (AW) | 240lead | 170 |
| Dustbin | 0.77 Llead | 0.7 L |
| Filter | HEPA | HEPA |
Design
| Spec | Dyson - V15 Detect Absolute | Shark - Detect Pro Cordless IW1511 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Cordless stick | Cordless stick |
| Cordless | true | true |
| Weight | 3.1 kglead | 3.7 kg |
| Battery | 60 min | 60 min |