Samsung Bespoke AI Jet Ultra vs Dyson V16 Piston Animal Submarine
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Quick take: The Samsung Bespoke AI Jet Ultra runs longer per charge (100 vs 70 min).
| Spec | Samsung Bespoke AI Jet Ultra | Dyson V16 Piston Animal Submarine |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ~$1,100 | ~$1,100 |
| Type | Cordless Stick | Cordless Stick |
| Suction | 400 AW | 315 AW |
| Battery | 100 min | 70 min |
| Navigation | — | — |
| Filtration | HEPA | — |
| Cordless | Yes | Yes |
| Bagged | No | — |
| Noise | — | — |
| Dustbin | 0.5 L | 0.35 gal |
| Water tank | — | — |
| Self-empty dock | Yes | 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 | Yes | No |
| Dimensions | — | 10.2 x 51.1 x 9.84 in |
| Weight | 7 lbs | 7.5 lbs |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years |
Pros & cons
Samsung Bespoke AI Jet Ultra
- ✓Highest published suction of any cordless stick at 400AW
- ✓Clean Station dock auto-empties the bin into a sealed bag — no dust cloud
- ✓Up to 100 minutes of runtime with strong low-mode performance
- ✓AI mode adjusts suction to floor type automatically
- ✓SmartThings app tracks battery, filters, and maintenance
- ✓Anti-tangle pet tool handles hair without wrapping
- ✗Expensive at full $1,100 MSRP — wait for the frequent sales
- ✗Clean Station bags are a recurring consumable cost
- ✗Tall dock needs dedicated floor space near an outlet
- ✗Max 400AW is a burst mode you won't use for routine cleaning
Dyson V16 Piston Animal Submarine
- ✓Vacuums with the full 315 AW rating and also mops with the Submarine head
- ✓70 minutes of rated runtime on the dry side
- ✓7.5 lb, the same as the standard V16
- ✓Direct successor to the V15s Detect Submarine
- ✗$1,099.99 list price
- ✗$120 premium over the V16 for the wet head
- ✗2-year warranty, against 5 years on Shark's sticks
- ✗Water tank capacity and noise level are not published