Dyson Gen5detect vs Dyson V15 Detect
Get the Dyson V15 Detect. Unless someone at home has allergies or you want one battery to do a big home — then the Gen5detect.
Dyson Gen5detect
Dyson's most powerful stick, with the longest battery and fully sealed HEPA filtration.
Dyson V15 Detect
The strongest all-rounder: a laser shows dust on hard floors and a sensor counts what it picks up.
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The V15 cleans almost as well as the Gen5detect for a lot less, and it's a bit lighter. The Gen5detect is Dyson's most powerful stick, with the longest battery and a fully sealed HEPA machine.
- —Someone at home has allergies.
- —You have a big home and want one battery to do it all.
- —You want the strongest Dyson whatever the price.
- —You want the best value Dyson clean.
- —You clean stairs or high-up spots.
- —You'd like a spare battery for big homes.
Key differences
Pros and cons
- +Longest battery of any Dyson stick
- +Whole-machine HEPA filtration
- +Bright laser shows dust on hard floors
- −Top-heavy and tiring in handheld mode.
- −The floor heads don't get right into edges.
- +Top suction, great on carpet
- +Laser shows dust on hard floors
- +Battery clicks out to swap
- −Emptying the bin can be messy, and long hair can catch in it.
- −Heavy to hold above your head for curtains or ceilings.
- −Battery time drops after a few years; the battery is replaceable.
Ready to choose?
- Is the Gen5detect worth it?
- Is the V15 Detect worth it?
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How we reached this verdict
We compared independent expert reviews with the manufacturer's specifications, then checked it's sold at a major retailer where you live. We don't test products ourselves.
Sources: TechRadar, Trusted Reviews, Vacuum Wars, manufacturer specifications.