Dyson - Gen5detect Absolute vs Shark - Stratos Upright
Between the Gen5detect Absolute and Stratos Upright, the Gen5detect Absolute comes out ahead in suction (aw) and weight, while the Stratos Upright wins on dustbin. Overall, the Gen5detect Absolute scores 91 and the Stratos Upright scores 76.7 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The Gen5detect Absolute is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 14.3 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 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.
Pick the Stratos Upright if you care most about dustbin. Its strongest claims are dustbin.
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.
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 |
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