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Dyson vacuums are not cheap: Some models can run you nearly $1,000. If you're going to shell out that kind of money, you want it to be worth it the vacuum needs to make life easier. Ideally, you want a vacuum that can tackle cleaning your entire home. That is where the Dyson V8 Absolute comes in.
It has two cleaner heads (for hardwood floors and carpet), five attachment tools, and 40 minutes of fade-free run time. Now, there are cheaper vacuums, like the V7 Motorhead, but that model offers less power, suction time, and far fewer tools. There are also more expensive vacuums (like the Outsize) that will offer more runtime, but also will cost an extra $300 to $500.
You can also get a vacuum that is meant just for hardwood (like the Omni Glide), but that doesn't really tackle carpets. The V8 Absolute is the perfect meet-in-the-middle vacuum when it comes to cost and abilities.
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Dyson V8 Absolute review
The V8 Absolute comes with 5 attachment tools.
Dyson V8 Absolute Cost: $449.99
When speaking with Dyson, the company recommended the V8 Absolute for people with allergies, but I'd say the best one for people living in apartments because it has the functionality to clean both hardwood floors and carpets with ease and is lightweight and easy to maneuver.
The V8 Absolute comes with five tools: Combination tool, Crevice tool, Mini Motorized tool, Mini soft dusting brush, and a Stubborn dirt brush. It also has a tool bag, since five tools would be annoying to lug around by hand while cleaning.
Dyson V8 Absolute features
- 40 minutes of fade-free power
- Two power modes
- Whole machine filtration
The machine filtration system captures allergens while you vacuum and expels cleaner air, and the V8 motor spins at 110,000 rpm for powerful suction.
Dyson V8 Absolute pros
- Dual attachment heads
- Useful added tool attachments
- Easy-to-clean, no-touch emptying bin
This is the best vacuum for tackling hardwood floors and carpet/rugs in the same cleaning session.
The V8 Absolute comes with a direct-drive cleaner head for carpets & rugs and a soft roller head for hardwood floors & tile. The cleaner heads are super easy to switch out at the click of a button.
While $450 is a lot to pay for a vacuum, it comes with two heads and five useful attachment tools. The crevice tool is especially handy because dirt just loves to pile up in the corner of my stairs and is otherwise unreachable without that attachment. The combination tool is also excellent for removing fur from surfaces like couches, chairs, and pillows.
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The emptying bin on the V8 Absolute is large but easy to empty.
I tested three vacuums at once and would say this was the least messy of the three. Not that any were horribly messy, but I didn’t accidentally get dust on my hands while emptying the bin or have to pull stuck hair out of it. It took seconds to empty out and close back up.
Not only can the V8 Absolute tackle carpets and hardwood floods, the attachment tools can also help clean every nook and cranny of your home.
Ana Suarez for Hearst NewspapersDyson V8 Absolute cons
- Moderate suction power
If you live in an apartment and have low pile rugs, you’re going to be totally okay with this vacuum. But if you live in a house or apartment with high pile carpets, you might need a little more power. It'll get the surface-level dirt and debris out with little to no issue, but the stuff trapped at the bottom of your carpet will require a couple of passes. If you need something more heavy-duty, you’d be better suited with an upright Dyson vacuum.
Is the Dyson V8 Absolute worth the cost?
When compared to the V7, the V8 Absolute has stronger suction power.
Ana Suarez for Hearst NewspapersIf you want the best of both worlds, yes the Dyson V8 Absolute is worth the $450 price tag. As I said earlier, it is not inexpensive but it comes with so much more than the cheaper Dyson models, like the basic V8 model (only one roller head) or the V7.
Being able to clean carpets and hardwood floors with the same machine is a game-changer for cleaning day. It also cost effective, since you're not shelling out hundreds on two different machines. If you're on a budget and only can pick one Dyson vacuum to splurge on, the V8 Absolute should be the one.
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Dyson V8 review | TechRadar
TechRadar Verdict
Sitting in between the Omni-Glide and the much more expensive Cyclone V15 handstick, the Dyson V8 offers a powerful option for those wanting a Dyson vacuum for less.
Despite originally launching way back in 2016, it still offers great performance, with good suction and 40 minutes of battery life on its standard setting. You can still get cheaper in this category, but the Dyson V8 is a lightweight, heavy-duty dust buster that can replace the traditional corded vacuum cleaner in most households.
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Following a reshuffle of the Dyson lineup and the discontinuation of a couple of models, the Dyson V8 is now the entry-level option in Dyson’s cordless vacuum line-up for anyone that has carpet (there is the Omni Glide for hard floors below it). Having been initially launched back in 2016, it’s also one of the oldest models, but it still manages to impress with its performance — especially now it’s had a recent price drop.
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Design and handling
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Should I buy it?
Like all the other Dyson handsticks, there are a few different versions of the V8 available. They all share the same motor and battery – the only real difference between them all is the number of extra tools they ship with, so do check which one best suits your needs.
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Dyson’s recognisable design aesthetic runs through all of its models and the V8 is no different. You get a transparent 0.54L dustbin that makes up the bulk of the handheld unit, with 15 small cyclone cones arranged in a two-tier flower shape in front of it. Now with better sealing throughout the vacuum cleaner, the V8 traps most microscopic particles, to help people with allergies. It is also the first Dyson handstick to feature the company’s improved bin-emptying mechanism, for greater hygiene when ditching the dirt.
The Dyson V8 isn’t just for floors – it quickly converts into a handheld minivac that can be used to clean upholstery at home, in the car, on the boat, or anywhere else you can think of.
You can even get to ceiling corners without hurting yourself.
Wherever you use it, performance is strong across the board. Of course, if you’re buying it primarily as a car vac, it’s pretty expensive, but as your main vacuum cleaner, offering the option to shapeshift to other use cases makes it quite a handy machine to have in your cleaning arsenal.
Battery life is good on standard suction mode, although the seven minutes in Max mode is a touch short. Thankfully we found it could pick up most debris on the lower setting with an occasional blast on the higher setting doing a good job of collecting anything left over.
If you can afford its highish price tag, the Dyson V8 is a hugely versatile machine for just about anyone, and might just be the only vacuum cleaner you will ever need.
(Image credit: TechRadar)Price and availability
- List price: $449 / £249 / AU$499.
As we mentioned earlier, the V8 is actually the oldest handstick model in Dyson’s current range.
It was launched in 2016, but that doesn’t mean it’s particularly cheap. While prices have dropped since we first tested the V8, its starting price still remains relatively high at $449 /£249/AU$499, direct from Dyson’s website.
In the UK, the base model you get for that price is the V8 Animal (in fact, it’s the only V8 model listed on Dyson UK’s website), while in Australia, it’s the V8 Origin and in the US, it’s just the V8.
(Image credit: TechRadar)- Versatile 2-in-1 design
- Reasonably ightweight
- Easy to maneuver
Every single Dyson product has a design aesthetic that’s very appealing, and the same philosophy applies to the V8 as well.
You get a transparent 0.54L dustbin that makes up the bulk of the handheld unit, with 15 small cyclone cones arranged in a two-tier flower shape in front of it. It weighs 3.5lbs/1.6kg with no attachments, and at its heaviest, it weighs 5.6lbs/2.6kg (with the wand and main cleaning head attached). For a household vac, that’s pretty lightweight, but it’s a little on the heavier side when considering comparable handheld vacs for car cleaning.
The handle is broad and comfortable, even for people with small hands, and the power button – which resembles a trigger – is ergonomically placed just where your forefinger should be.
Like most other handsticks, though, you will need to keep your finger on the power trigger for the entire duration of your clean for the vacuum to run continuously. This can be uncomfortable for some people (people with hand and wrist injuries, for example), but for most users shouldn't be a problem at all.
(Image credit: TechRadar)Above that, there's a HEPA filter encased in blue/purple plastic, with air vents on the sides. Below the filter and air vents is the toggle switch to change suction power – there are just standard and max settings to choose from on the V8.
A large red tab on the handheld unit with a bin icon is what you’ll need to pull when the dustbin needs emptying. This was the design change that Dyson introduced with the V8 – pulling on the tab forces the cyclone part of the main unit to rise while forcing the base flap to open simultaneously.
Lo and behold, dust, debris and hair fall out, with only a very thin layer of fine particles sticking to the interior of the bin.
As mentioned before, the V8 comes with a bunch of accessories, including a telescopic tube that’s perfect for general use. Every tool clips easily on and off the main handheld unit, even with one hand. The standard direct-drive head is great on pretty much any surface, but if you happen to buy the V8 Absolute, you’ll get a Soft Roller cleaning head that’s the best option for hard floors.
Using soft fibers and carbon bristles on a rotating bar, the Soft Roller is designed to glide directly over floors, and this means that if you have larger debris (like kitchen spills) that need cleaning up, they’re not scattered willy nilly. And, depending on which V8 model you opt for, you also get a low-reach adaptor that you can fit onto the end of the telescopic tube to get under couches and low tables (as pictured in the image above).
When using it as a car vac, we loved the crevice tool for getting into narrow spaces and mini motorhead tool for collecting bigger messes in the boot space.
(Image credit: TechRadar)No matter which cleaning tool you use, the V8 remains well balanced and, thanks to swivelling heads, moving the handstick along hard floors and carpets is a breeze.
Performance
- Powerful despite its age
- Up to 40 minutes battery life
- On the loud side for cordless vacs when on Max suction
Dyson has been improving suction power on its handsticks with each generation, but the V8 was the benchmark to work from. Despite having an older motor, the Dyson V8 generates as much suction power as a budget corded vacuum cleaner, particularly when on its max power setting. And compared to the cordless competition, it can give even some newer models a run for their money.
From a noise perspective though, it’s among the noisier cordless home vacuums we have tested, at 80dB on max setting and 75dB on standard.
However, it does depend on what market you’re comparing it in, as those levels actually make it one of the quieter handheld car vacs. Overall, it’s unlikely to annoy you - particularly on the standard setting.
On carpets, the motorized direct-drive head does a fantastic job. It’s pretty good on hard floors as well, but if you can get the Soft Roller (or Fluffy) tool, there’s nothing like it on wood and tiles. Alternatively, you can use the mini motorized tool on hard floors, but its footprint is small, and you’ll need to go over the floor several times to finish a room. And that eats into the V8’s limited battery life.
(Image credit: TechRadar)We found it to be great at picking up both large and finer dirt in our in-car tests, using the mini motorhead tool which was a great size for most debris on carpet and upholstery. The crevice tool also worked great for getting into tighter areas, like into door bins, behind pedals and in-seat folds, and is long enough to counteract the V8’s larger body than most other handheld vacs.
Back to home use, and as with the other Dyson handsticks, the V8’s edge-cleaning prowess is pretty darn impressive. Where other budget vacuum cleaners don’t have the power or the right design to ensure dirt along skirting boards and corners get sucked up, the V8 can handle the 90-degree angle along the edges of rooms and in most corners as well. This is also helped by how well most of the cleaning heads swivel on their own axes.
Then there are the two-tier radial cyclones that push air through 15 small conical chutes to generate a significant amount of centrifugal force that can suck up very small particles. Combine that with the V8 motor spinning at 110,000rpm and a decent bin size, and you’ve got a lean, mean, sucking machine that’s likely going to be the only vacuum cleaner you’ll ever need — be that in the home, car or anything in between.
(Image credit: TechRadar)Battery life
Should I buy the Dyson V8?
There’s up to 40 minutes of fade-free power available with the V8 on a single charge, and that holds true even when using the motorized cleaning tools (like the direct-drive and soft roller heads) — which is not something we were expecting.
When the battery has drained, the motor just switches off, with no reduction in suction prior to that, so you get consistent power and performance for the full 40 minutes.
On the max setting, though, the V8 lasts for much less time – you’ll get no more than seven minutes of use. This renders the Max setting good for only spot deep cleans and great for quick car cleanups, but thankfully the V8's standard setting is more than enough for most debris.
40 minutes of battery life is usually enough for an average-sized one-bedroom apartment, but if you live in a larger space, you'll need to charge the V8 again, which can take about five hours for a full top-up.
(Image credit: TechRadar)Buy it if...
You’re after a powerful handstick vacuum cleaner
The V8 performs admirably and offers a 40-minute battery life — enough for tackling smaller homes and cars in one fell swoop.
You need a versatile cleaning appliance
Whether it’s getting rid of cobwebs from your house, getting hair off your sofa and cushions, and even giving the car interior a once-over, the V8 can handle it all.
You have the money to spare
It might be getting on in age, but the Dyson V8 is not cheap. Its performance speaks for itself but it is still comparatively more expensive than much of its competition.
Don't buy it if...
You live in a large home
With only a 40-minute runtime, you might want to consider spending extra on the Dyson V15 or opt for a cordless with better battery life if your family home is large.
You’re on a budget
It’s remarkably easy for us to recommend the V8 to most people, but if you don’t have the spare change, we’d suggest looking at other brands like Electrolux, Bissell or Shark.
You need a larger capacity dustbin
Large homes, particularly ones with wall-to-wall carpeting and pets, might find that the V8’s 0.54L bin fills up very quickly, requiring frequent emptying.
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reviews for Dyson V8 Absolute + (SV10 353323-01)
Dyson V8 Absolute + (SV10 353323-01)
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Vacuum cleaner type
Cleaning type
Dust container type
Power type
Power consumption
Maximum battery life
Suction power
Color
Design
| Dust container capacity | 0. 54 l |
| Fine filter | Yes |
| Filter type | HEPA |
| Pre-engine filter | Yes |
| Suction pipe type | Whole |
| Nozzles | Crevice tool, Brush, Turbo brush, Mini turbo brush, Combination nozzle, Soft roller nozzle |
| Storage compartment for accessories | Yes (on platform) |
| Turbo brush included | Yes |
| Power regulator | On building |
| Liquid collection function | No |
| Noise level | 82 dB |
| Dust bag full indicator | Yes |
| Water level indicator | No |
| Horn | No |
| Automatic switch-off when the dust container is full | No |
| Power tool connection | No |
Dimensions and weights
| Weight | 2. 63 kg |
Warranty
| Warranty | 2 years |
| Service life | 7 years |
| Country of origin (manufacturing) | Malaysia |
All characteristics
vacuum cleaner Dyson V8 Absolute + (SV10 353323-01)
Dyson V8 Absolute + (SV10 353323-01)
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Cyril
, 2021 9000
66 6 Easis, compactness, compact.
3 motorized, slotted with backlight, 40 minutes of work on a single charge. remove 30-40 sq. m. + Furniture Is Fully Enough. home has a pet
Disadvantages: no
Review: The standard of vacuum cleaner manufacturers!!!!
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Taisiya
December 30, 2020
Advantages: Excellent vacuum cleaner I don’t even remember how I carried the old wired one with me and was nervous that I needed to rearrange the plug into different sockets. This vacuum cleaner is powerful. The charge is enough to clean an apartment of 65 meters. Additional attachments make it easy to clean upholstered furniture and car interiors.
Disadvantages: Cost
Review: Everything is super!
Yu
Yuliana
December 26, 2020
Light Powerful
Disadvantages: Missing
Review: Gorgeous vacuum cleaner, I have been using it for 2 years The battery holds the same as on the first day, collects even the smallest dust, I recommend to buy
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Natalia
December 19, 2020
Advantages: Reliable, very light, suction power, convenient to use, easy to clean the dust container, beautiful, ideal for cleaning in the car Review: A beautiful and powerful vacuum cleaner that fits comfortably in the hand, can be lifted with one hand, very light, easy to clean, vacuuming in the car has become convenient and easy thanks to him.
Expensive, but you pay for quality.
C
Svetlana
December 19, 2020
Advantages: Very convenient to use, easy to store, enough power to remove six from the Siberian cat from carpets, but more often you have to turn down the power, a lot of nozzles, I quickly clean the container. Most importantly, it is lightweight.
Disadvantages: No
Review: Did not regret buying.
D
Dmitry
December 19, 2020
Benefits: Mobile and compact Suction power Design and brand There are almost no analogues for this price
Disadvantages: The pipe is scratched if not used carefully, but I think it will not affect everyone)
Review: It collects dust in the corners very well, it is easy to empty the garbage container, 2 power modes: simple and powerful, always ready for work and thanks to its shape - you will not get tired while cleaning.
R
Ruslan
December 18, 2020
Advantages: The most important thing is that this vacuum cleaner was produced by a serious company, as well as reliability, autonomy, power and design.
Disadvantages: did not find
Review: I advise to purchase
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Elena
December 18, 20000
Advantages: LEG, there is a compartment for nozzles, it removes any surfaces, many nozzles, absorbs a lot of nozzles, sucks anything that hits
Disadvantages: no
Review: All nozzles are easy to change and in general the vacuum cleaner is easy to use, convenient and maneuverable. Advantages: Autonomous mode, enough for 40 minutes to clean a 3-room apartment. Light weight and autonomy is already a big plus. Perfect for frequent cleaning in the hallway and in the kitchen.
Disadvantages: The turbo brush often has to be cleaned of long hair and threads, but this is common to all vacuum cleaners with a turbo brush.
Review: In general, the impressions are pleasant. In the hand lies comfortably, the plastic feels high-quality. Pleases a lot of nozzles in the kit for various cleaning options.
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Anastasia
December 18, 2020
Advantages: We have been using this vacuum cleaner for a couple of months. A very good and cool option! it works quietly, thanks to a large number of nozzles you can clean anything you want in India! my husband cleans the car, we clean the sofas, we even vacuum the winter draped coat !!!!! we don’t have carpets, so we the minimum power is enough for us to clean a three-room apartment several times!
Disadvantages: Short operation at maximum power!
Review: Definitely recommend! the thing is cool!
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Margarita
December 18, 2020
Advantages: Lightweight, easy to use, good suction, easy to clean, easy to disassemble.
Drawbacks: None.
Review: Just a song! I've been using it for over a year, several times a week. Removes all debris from parquet floors and carpets. Reliable. The best vacuum cleaner in my life!
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Pavel
December 18, 2020
Benefits: Six months ago I was completely sure that people under the hypnosis of sellers buy such vacuum cleaners.
But no matter how trite it may sound - having tried almost all wireless devices in the demo halls of large stores, I realized that either not to buy, or to buy only V8. I must say right away that there are no competitors in terms of the quality of cleaning, the dyson cleans flawlessly for the passage. All the rest are electric brooms - they collected large dirt and dust, and the little things scatter around the room further. In terms of cleaning quality, Dyson can be compared with a Karcher SV 19 vacuum cleaner02 (who is interested in my review of it is available), namely, the absence of the smallest dust and the purity of the air after cleaning. In addition to Karcher, there is another solid dry-cleaning vacuum cleaner - it performs its functions, but blows dust on the floor. By weight, the dyson is certainly not a fluff - when cleaning, you have to shift from hand to hand, but this does not bother. By the duration of work, it is enough for 30 minutes of work in normal mode, and about 10 minutes in the most powerful one.
There are two charging modes - through a wired adapter, or through a stationary holder and a wired adapter installed in it. Cleaned up, hung up - it is charging, at the end of charging it is not necessary to take it out, it turns off by itself, it is very convenient. The battery can be replaced by yourself if it loses capacity. And finally - all the same, you need to make one universal brush, it is not convenient to change them during the cleaning process. As a result, I had a task - to do cleaning as local or general as soon as possible - with this vacuum cleaner I solved it completely, having also received the quality of cleaning and air purification like that of a water vacuum cleaner.
Disadvantages: Price
Review: Recommend
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Andrey
December 18, 2020
Advantages: Quiet, mobile.
Review: Suction power Working time Excellent air filter performance Lightweight, maneuverable, you can vacuum the interior in the car, or even take it with you if necessary
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Victor
December 18, 2020
Benefits: My sucking helper, also known as a vacuum cleaner.
Best in class. Stylish and powerful. Very comfortable. The vacuum cleaner has a very convenient system for cleaning the trash container. There are several filters.
Disadvantages: no
Review: In general, the vacuum cleaner is very good, I can safely recommend it. It's just SPACE.
BE
Vera E.
August 12, 2020
Advantages: The vacuum cleaner is convenient, thought out to the smallest detail. Not noisy, easy to use. Lots of baits. Everything can be washed. It collects hair, which is very important!!!
Drawbacks: Maybe the price, but I hope it will justify the price.
Review: I am satisfied with the purchase. Vacuumed it for the first time and was shocked by everything he collected. As if it had never been vacuumed before.
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