Dyson V15 Detect vs Dyson V11 Extra
Quick take: The Dyson V11 Extra costs $185 less.
| Spec | Dyson V15 Detect | Dyson V11 Extra |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ~$830 | ~$645 |
| Type | Cordless Stick | Cordless Stick |
| Suction | 240 AW | 185 AW |
| Battery | 60 min | 60 min |
| Navigation | — | — |
| Filtration | Whole-machine HEPA-sealed | Whole-machine HEPA-sealed |
| Cordless | Yes | Yes |
| Bagged | No | No |
| Noise | — | — |
| Dustbin | 0.77 L | 0.76 L |
| Water tank | — | — |
| Self-empty dock | No | No |
| Auto mop washing | No | No |
| Hot water washing | No | No |
| Obstacle avoidance | No | No |
| Carpet detection | No | No |
| Auto mop lifting | No | No |
| Multi-floor mapping | No | No |
| App control | No | No |
| Dimensions | — | 9.8 x 10.3 x 49.4 in |
| Weight | 6.8 lbs | 6.6 lbs |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
Pros & cons
Dyson V15 Detect
- ✓Green laser on the Fluffy Optic head makes fine dust visible on hard floors
- ✓Piezo particle sensor counts what it picks up and auto-boosts on dirty spots
- ✓Top-tier deep-clean scores on carpet in independent testing
- ✓Whole-machine HEPA filtration sealed to keep allergens in the bin
- ✓Hair screw tool spirals pet and human hair straight into the bin
- ✓Frequent sales make it much cheaper than the Gen5detect for similar results
- ✗Trigger must be held continuously — tiring on whole-house cleans
- ✗Real-world runtime in Auto on carpet is roughly half the 60-minute claim
- ✗0.77L bin needs multiple trips to the trash in a full-house clean
- ✗6.8 lbs is mid-pack; lighter rivals are easier for above-floor work
- ✗Replacement batteries and parts are expensive
Dyson V11 Extra
- ✓185AW motor with genuine fade-free suction across the full runtime
- ✓LCD screen shows remaining runtime and maintenance alerts, not just a light
- ✓Dynamic Load Sensor auto-adjusts power between carpet and hard floor
- ✓Noticeably cheaper than the Gen5detect/V15 while sharing similar core suction
- ✓Point-and-shoot bin emptying keeps hands out of the dust
- ✗No laser dust illumination or particle-counting sensor like the V15/Gen5 lines
- ✗LCD screen is a documented failure point once the vacuum is out of warranty
- ✗Bin capacity (0.76L) fills fast on a full-house clean
- ✗Several years old at this point in the lineup — replacement parts pricing has crept up
- ✗"App Control" here just means firmware/diagnostics, not scheduling or maps