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Dyson Cyclone V10 vs Dyson V12 Detect Slim
Side-by-Side Comparison
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Dyson Cyclone V10
Dyson V12 Detect Slim
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Wet CompatibleNo
Vacuum TypeStick/Handheld
BaglessYes
CordlessYes
Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA)Yes
Wet CompatibleNo
Vacuum TypeStick/Handheld
BaglessYes
CordlessYes
Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA)Yes
Variants
- Cyclone V10 Absolute (Copper)
- Cyclone V10 Animal (Iron)
- Cyclone V10 Motorhead (Red)
- V12 Slim Motorhead (Nickel)
- V12 Detect Slim Extra (Prussian Blue/Copper)
- V12 Detect Slim (Yellow/Iron)
- V12 Detect Slim+ (Yellow/Iron)
- V12 Detect Slim Origin (Yellow/Iron)
- V12 Detect Slim Absolute (Yellow/Nickel)
Our Verdict
Dyson Cyclone V10
Dyson V12 Detect Slim
The Dyson V12 Detect Slim is better than the Dyson Cyclone V10. The V12 has a far more advanced power adjustment function, as it can automatically increase its suction setting when used on carpet or when it detects an area with a high concentration of debris. It also performs slightly better on bare floors, clears away more pet hair on upholstered surfaces, and weighs less, making it easier to maneuver. That said, the V10 does a better job on low-pile carpets and has a bigger dirt compartment that won't need emptying as often.
Main Differences forBare Floor
Bare Floor
Threshold
Bare Floor
7.6
7.8
User Maintenance
6.5
7.5
Full Comparison
Design
Build Quality
6.5
6.5
Build Quality Picture
Vacuum Type
Stick/Handheld
Stick/Handheld
User Maintenance
6.5
7.5
Maintenance Picture
Brushroll Cleaning Video
Recurring Cost
10
10
Recurring Cost Picture
Bag Part Number
No bag
No bag
Filter Part Number
969082-01
971517-01
HEPA Filter Part Number
969082-01
971517-01
Storing
6.7
8.2
Storing Picture
Height
46.85" (119.0 cm)
45.28" (115.0 cm)
Width
9.84" (25.0 cm)
9.84" (25.0 cm)
Depth
11.81" (30.0 cm)
13.98" (35.5 cm)
Cord Storing
Not Needed
Not Needed
On-Board Tool Storage
No
Yes
Vacuum Rack/Station
Yes
Yes
Dirt Compartment
7.2
6.0
Dirt Compartment Picture
Bagless
Yes
Yes
Volume
0.12 gal (0.45 L)
0.04 gal (0.16 L)
Full Indicator
Yes
Yes
Bag Included
No Bag Needed
No Bag Needed
In The Box
In The Box Picture
Range
10
10
Cordless
Yes
Yes
Cord Length
N/A
N/A
Hose Length
2.00 ft (0.61 m)
N/A
Minimum Wand Length
1.18 ft (0.36 m)
1.18 ft (0.36 m)
Maximum Wand Length
3.22 ft (0.98 m)
3.22 ft (0.98 m)
Total Range
N/A
N/A
Portability
8.1
8.3
Total Weight
5.97 lbs (2.71 kg)
5.20 lbs (2.36 kg)
Weight In Hand
3.68 lbs (1.67 kg)
3.09 lbs (1.40 kg)
Carrying handle
Yes
Yes
Battery
7.2
7.2
Minimum Battery Life
9 min
8.2 min
Maximum Battery Life
63 min
70 min
Recharge Time
165 min
131 min
Recharge Dock
Yes
Yes
Battery Life Indicator
Yes
Yes
Removable Batteries
Yes
Yes
Quality Of Life Features
Picture Of Controls
Rotating Head
Yes
Yes
Power Adjustment
Yes
Yes
Self-Propelled
No
No
Headlights
No
Yes
Easy On/Off
Yes
Yes
Head Surface Type Adjustment
None
Manual
Tools And Brushes
Tools And Brush Picture
Brushroll
Yes
Yes
Brushroll On/Off
No
No
Removable Brushroll
Yes
Yes
Turbo Brush
Yes
Yes
Crevice Tool
Yes
Yes
Upholstery Tool
Yes
Yes
Soft Bristle Brush
Yes
Yes
Hard Bristle Brush
Yes
No
Extension Wand
Yes
Yes
Ceiling Fan Tool
No
No
Pet Grooming Tool
No
No
Alternative Configuration
Alternative Configuration Photo 1
Alternative Configuration Photo 2
Blower Mode
No
No
Performance
Hard Floor Pick-Up
8.0
8.0
Hard Floor Pick-Up video
Hard Floor Pick-Up Post test
High-Pile Carpet Pick-Up
6.5
6.0
High-Pile Carpet Pick-Up Video
High-Pile Carpet Pick-Up Post Test
Low-Pile Carpet Pick-Up
7.0
7.0
Low-Pile Carpet Pick-Up Video
Low-Pile Carpet Pick-Up Post Test
Pet-Hair Pick-Up
7.0
7.0
Pet Hair Pick-Up Video
Pet Hair Pick-Up Post Test
Suction
7.5
7.5
Suction Video
Maximum Hose Suction
63.7 inH₂O (15.86 kPa)
72.1 inH₂O (17.96 kPa)
Maximum Head Suction
5.2 inH₂O (1.30 kPa)
6.1 inH₂O (1.51 kPa)
Normal Head Suction
2.3 inH₂O (0.58 kPa)
1.8 inH₂O (0.45 kPa)
Setting Used For Normal
"Suction Mode 2", (Soft Roller Cleaner Head)
"Auto", (Laser Slim Fluffy Head)
Hose Diameter
1.3" (3.2 cm)
1.3" (3.2 cm)
Airflow
7.2
7.3
Maximum Airflow Video
Maximum Hose Airflow
58.7 CFM (1.7 m³/min)
60.3 CFM (1.7 m³/min)
Noise
8.2
8.4
Noise Video
Bare Floor
74.7 dBA
72.0 dBA
Low-Pile Carpet
73.0 dBA
72.9 dBA
Maneuverability
7.5
8.0
Maneuverability Video
Pet Hair Furniture Performance
7.5
8.5
Sofa Pickup Video
Sofa Pickup Post Test
Air Quality
Sealing Quality Video
Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA)
Yes
Yes
Cracks
7.5
8.0
Cracks Video
Wood Cracks Post Test
Stains
3.0
3.0
Stain Video
Stain Pickup Post Test
Water
0.0
0.0
Wet Compatible
No
No
Water Video
Water Pickup Post Test
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