Dyson - Gen5detect Absolute vs Dyson - V15 Detect Absolute
Between the Gen5detect Absolute and V15 Detect Absolute, the Gen5detect Absolute comes out ahead in battery and suction (aw), while the V15 Detect Absolute wins on weight. Overall, the Gen5detect Absolute scores 91 and the V15 Detect Absolute scores 86 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The Gen5detect Absolute edges ahead on the Mars Score (91 vs 86), but the 5.0-point gap is small enough that the right pick comes down to which spec advantages matter to you.
Pick the Gen5detect Absolute if you care most about battery and suction (aw). The biggest gaps in its favor are battery, suction (aw).
Pick the V15 Detect Absolute if you carry the device everywhere and weight or thickness has been the deciding factor before. Its strongest claims are weight.
Both ship with comparable dustbin, cordless, so those specs don't 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.
Why Dyson - Gen5detect Absolute wins
- ▲Battery — 16.67% more. 70 min vs 60 min.
- ▲Suction (AW) — 9.17% more. 262 vs 240.
Why Dyson - V15 Detect Absolute wins
- ▲Weight — 0.40 kg less. 3.1 vs 3.5.
Spec comparison
Performance
| Spec | Dyson - Gen5detect Absolute | Dyson - V15 Detect Absolute |
|---|---|---|
| Suction (AW) | 262lead | 240 |
| Dustbin | 0.77 L | 0.77 L |
| Filter | HEPA H13 | HEPA |
Design
| Spec | Dyson - Gen5detect Absolute | Dyson - V15 Detect Absolute |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Cordless stick | Cordless stick |
| Cordless | true | true |
| Weight | 3.5 kg | 3.1 kglead |
| Battery | 70 minlead | 60 min |
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