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r/dyson on Reddit: The difference between V15 Detect and V15 Detect Plus
April 29, 2023 -

We’re looking to buy our first cordless Dyson, but I’m so confused with their product naming practices and the website is not helpful at all.

What is the difference between the two? I understand that the Absolute variant comes with more accessories, but isn’t Detect Plus the newer model with a more advanced filtration system (the blue HEPA filter)? If so, why is the suction power of the latter lower (230 vs 240 of the non-plus)?

And one more question: is the fluffy roller really worth the extra money? We mostly have hard floors in our house and a golden retriever, does it pick up hair better than the standard extension or is it mostly a gimmick?

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Thank you.

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The soft roller is a game changer for hard floors. The bristles are softer so it doesn't scratch the floor and the green light is amazing. Uncovers much more dust and hair, that you wouldn't have seen otherwise. Get the V15 Absolute or V15 complete if it's possible. And the V15 detect + is a worse model so thats why it has worse suction.
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Definitely would recommend going for the V15 absolute model or Absolute Gold, with extra accessories such as the hair screw tool and laser fluffy head. Really get the full value out of the machine with these accessories. Difference in suction power is purely down to the different filters, HEPA post filter drops it down to 230 as it lets slightly less air through, but this shouldn’t be noticeable. Explained a bit more below: The Post Filter (purple) captures 99.99% of particles down to 0.3 microns. This includes the likes of dust mites, pollen particles, mould spores, skin flakes and those particles the size of some bacteria. The HEPA post filter (blue) captures 99.97% of particles as small as 0.1 microns. Further trapping ultra fine particles such as pet dander and diesel soot. Helping towards creating a cleaner and more hygienic home. This additional filtration allows for the naming specification as HEPA.
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r/dyson on Reddit: Dyson V15 Detect VS V15 Detect Extra / Plus HEPA
May 3, 2021 - The range topping Extra (or +) has a more upgraded HEPA filter. ... Both filter 99.97% to 99.99% however the microns are different. ... Yes, however current AUS promotion also gives the HEPA model a free grab and go Dok at the moment.
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r/dyson on Reddit: V15 Detect vs. V15 Detect Absolute
May 25, 2023 -

The V15 Detect Absolute is $100 off on Dyson’s website. What am I missing on these two vacuums?

I was hoping to get the V15 on a Prime discount.

Why is the Absolute $100 off?

What’s the difference in the V15 Absolute and the V15?

Is the V15 Absolute the latest model? I noticed last week they had the “1st Generation” at $100 off, which I no longer see offered on the website.

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With Dyson, the different models basically just refer to the included accessories. Think of them as packages, rather than models. The machine itself is always the same between the various models in that line (but could be different colors). The V15 and V15 Absolute are both the exact same machine. Only difference is the color, filter, and included accessories. The V15 Absolute has: Gold machine / gold wand / gold brush bar A blue HEPA filter based on EU standards - filters down to 0.1 microns Quick-clean wand 4 accessories The V15 has: Yellow machine / nickel wand / nickel brush bar A purple HEPA filter based on US standards - filters down to 0.3 microns. (Dyson doesn't advertise it as HEPA anymore since it's no longer considered HEPA in the EU.) 5 accessories The "First Generation" you seen is simply just referring to the original Absolute "package". It has the older fluffy head, but has a lot more accessories (9 accessories). The machine itself is the exact same as these...there are no different generations with the V15 machine. The first generation Absolute model/package can be found here, but is not on sale anymore: https://www.dyson.com/vacuum-cleaners/cordless/v15/detect/absolute-gold Also, the V15 line is no longer the latest model. That would be the new Gen5detect line.
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The v15 absolute is the same as the v15. The absolute version is just a special color way that’s only available when you buy directly from Dyson. The latest model is the gen5 outside/detect
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Hi What is the difference between Dyson v15 dete – Q&A – Best Buy
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I have found that the difference is in the attachments. Stores all sell the same vac but have different attachments.
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I have not used the v15 detect but the v15 extra has everything needed for what needs to be done
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Hi there Darcy, this is Tia from Dyson! The Dyson V15 Detect+ comes with the same tools as the core V15 Detect, plus the Combination Crevice tool, Reach Under tool, along with a HEPA filter that can capture 0.2 microns smaller than our standard filtration, including particles such as pet dander and diesel soot. The V15 Detect + also includes our Low-reach adapter, which bends to comfortably reach down low under furniture as well as our Combi-crevice tool, which are two tools in one – narrow nozzle and brush, for quick switching between cleaning and dusting tasks. We truly appreciate your interest in Dyson's cordless technology! Best wishes, Tia Dyson Customer Support
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r/dyson on Reddit: Even Dyson doesn't know the difference in the v15 models.
October 23, 2023 -

Ive been looking at a v15 for a weeks now and im shocked at how little info there is in the models. V15 Detect, Absolute, Total, Complete, and the different colors on Amazon. I decided to chat with Dyson support who also turns out has no idea what these products are. If anyone has a full break down of them, please let me know! Pasting the full transcript here -

Hello, you're chatting with Dileep at Dyson. I am happy to help you today!

Dyson - Hi a!

Me - hi

Dyson - I see that you are here for to check the difference between v15 vacuums am I correct?

Me - yes, there are many different models but i dont know the difference and cannot find any info on them

Dyson - Thank for confirming.

Dyson - Here is the information about The difference between the two models is what comes with each one. The Absolute has everything the Detect comes with, plus a built-in dusting and crevice tool. The built-in dusting tool is hidden inside the wand and can be used for easy cleaning in hard-to-reach places.

Me - ok what about the complete and total versions?

Dyson - I'm really sorry, we do have v15 complete model?

Me - what? model number? So on Costco.com i see v15 TOTAL - Model 448182-01

Dyson - Sorry we do not have v15 complete model, I didn't get your question a?

Me - what is the difference in the 3 v15 models. I see one named COMPLETE, another named TOTAL, and another named ABSOLUTE are there any differences in these?

Dyson - Please allow me 2 Minutes I'll provide you complete link for you. cool ty

Dyson - You're welcme.

Dyson - Please go through this link you can find the complete information - https://www.dyson.com/vacuum-cleaners/cordless

Me - no i dont see it there Different v15 model numbers i can find - Costco TOTAL - 448182-01 Amazon BLUE - 400484-01 Amazon YELLOW/NICKEL - 447261-01 Dyson.com ABSOLUTE - ?? Dyson.com DETECT - ?? dyson only has absolute and detect what are the complete and total models?

Dyson - Please allow me 2 Minutes I'll provide you complete information.

Me - cool ty

Dyson - You're welcome.

Dyson - Upon checking for the V15 Detect Absolute Powerful and intelligent for whole-home deep cleaning. Reveals invisible dust it comes with 2 Cleaner heads 4 accessories it comes with HEPA filtration. and only Dyson v15 Detect Powerful and intelligent for whole-home deep cleaning. Reveals invisible dust it comes with 2 Cleaner heads 5 accessories Run time will be 60 Minutes for both machines. Here comes wand clip as extra tool. Handily stores the Combination and Crevice tools on the wand of your vacuum. So they're always there when you need them.

Me - cool, you sent me that already what about the other models?

Dyson - Upon checking only we do have v15 detect absolute and v15 detect a. we do not have complete model and total model.

Me - Yes they are on Amazon and Costco but they are still Dyson product?

Dyson - Amazon and Costco is our retailers, but as of now we do not have the complete and total model in v15 machine.

Me - I see it now on Costco.com https://www.costco.com/dyson-v15-detect-total-clean-extra-cordless-stick-vacuum.product.4000177472.html whats the difference between that and your absolute?

Dyson - I'm really sorry I'm unable to open the link.

Me - no problem so they are dyson products but dyson has no idea what they are?

Dyson - Here is the link for v15 absolute machine - https://www.dyson.com/vacuum-cleaners/cordless/v15/detect-absolute-hepa-gold

Me - yes you sent something similar earlier just trying to see the difference in that and the other 2

Dyson - we do not have the versions of complete and total machine in v15 models a.

Me - anyway, so these are Dyson products but Dyson does not know the difference?

Dyson - Is there anything else I can assist you with today?

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And to be honest most chats with companies is a third party company with very little training and more than likely is in a different country for the cheap labor.
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Hilarious. Essentially all v15s are the same but the tools change with the different names. I could probably find the difference for you as easy as you can. Im in the uk. Dyson don't sell via amazon here and we don't have Costco at far ad im aware maybe we do we keep importing your stores lol
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As with most Dyson cordless vacuums, there are a few different versions of the V15 Detect, with an extra word added onto the end of the name. Generally, it's the same base model, but sometimes there are differences in the range of tools included. That can make examining the pricing a little ... We test out Dyson's V15 and V15 Detect Absolute to see if they're worth your money.
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