Dyson V8 Cyclone vs Dyson V8 Absolute
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Quick take: The Dyson V8 Absolute costs $100 less; the Dyson V8 Cyclone runs longer per charge (60 vs 40 min).
| Spec | Dyson V8 Cyclone | Dyson V8 Absolute |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ~$399 | ~$299 |
| Type | Cordless Stick | Cordless Stick |
| Suction | 150 AW | 115 AW |
| Battery | 60 min | 40 min |
| Navigation | — | — |
| Filtration | Whole-machine sealed filtration | Whole-machine HEPA-sealed |
| Cordless | Yes | Yes |
| Bagged | No | No |
| Noise | — | — |
| Dustbin | 0.54 L | 0.54 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 | — | 8.7 x 9.8 x 49.4 in |
| Weight | 5.9 lbs | 5.6 lbs |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
Pros & cons
Dyson V8 Cyclone
- ✓150AW matches the V12 Detect Slim for hundreds less
- ✓60-minute max runtime, up from 40 on the old V8
- ✓De-tangling Motorbar cleaner head handed down from the flagships
- ✓Whole-machine sealed filtration captures 99.99% of 0.3-micron particles
- ✓5.9 lbs — lighter than the V15 and Gen5detect
- ✓Compatible with existing V8 attachments
- ✗Hold-down trigger rather than the newer models' power button
- ✗No auto-adjusting suction, laser, or particle sensor — two manual modes only
- ✗Sealed filtration but not HEPA-rated like the V15/Gen5
- ✗Too new for long-term reliability reports
- ✗Rarely discounted yet, unlike the mature Detect models
Dyson V8 Absolute
- ✓Lowest price of any current full-size Dyson stick
- ✓De-tangling Motorbar head and conical Hair screw tool both included for pet hair
- ✓Whole-machine HEPA filtration despite the budget price
- ✓Frequently discounted further at Walmart/Amazon below the already-low list price
- ✓Converts to a handheld for stairs and upholstery without buying a separate tool
- ✗115AW suction is well below the V11/V15/Gen5 lines
- ✗0.54L bin is small for whole-house cleans
- ✗40-minute max runtime drops fast in Boost/Max mode
- ✗Older motor platform — this is legacy tech, not current-generation Dyson