Both of these vacuums are on a discount at Costco. We have 4 cats but it is a big house. We have mostly carpet upstairs and hardwood and tile (with a couple area rugs) downstairs. The price is not important because I will be using a rebate cheque to buy it.

I am undecided but leaning tward the V12. I read that is has an on switch that does not need to be continuously pressed, but the collection bin the the V8 is bigger.

Does anyone have any recommendations or thoughts on these two vacuums?

I see sales all the time but have not been ready to make the leap.

Now I'm ready and Black Friday feels so far away. I am eyeing refurbished ones, but would prefer a Costco return option if it sucks (or doesn't ...). The heart wants what it wants, and I want this vacuum!!

I'm between purchasing the V8 and V11.

The V8 is being sold for $350 on Dyson.com, and Costco is selling the V11 during their black friday sale for $500. I'm debating the $150 price point because of Costco's no hassle return policy. If 4 years down the line, I need a new vacuum, Costco should be able to take it back no questions asked. Is it worth the extra $150 for the warranty and (I guess) getting a better overall vacuum? What would you do in my situation?