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Dyson V15 Detect vs V15s Detect Submarine​: Which Vacuum Is Better? - RTINGS.com
July 6, 2020 - The Dyson V15s Detect Submarine​ and the Dyson V15 Detect are effectively the same vacuum, with the main difference being that only the V15s model is compatible with the Submarine floorhead.
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Vacuum Wars
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Dyson V15s Detect Submarine Review: A Mop and Vacuum in One
We tested the Dyson V15s Detect Submarine, Dyson’s first cordless mop vacuum. Here’s how it compares to the V15 and what you should know before buying.
Published   July 18, 2025
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Best Cordless Vacuum Guide
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Dyson V15S Submarine vs V15 Detect Comparison
October 28, 2025 - The only difference between the V15S Submarine and V15 Detect is that the V15S Submarine has a wet-dry nozzle called the “Submarine,” designed for cleaning spills. Unlike a traditional wet-dry cordless vacuum, the V15S is more compact; however, as this video summarizes, this compact frame ...
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Reddit
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r/dyson on Reddit: Should I get the V15 or V15s Submarine?
November 14, 2023 -

Hi guys, Dyson seem to be having Black Friday discounts on V15 and V15s Submarine here in Australia and they are both the same price after the discount! I've been waiting for Black Friday sales to buy a vacuum under A$1000 and these two are A$999 right now.

Other than the submarine (wet mopping) part of it, are there any other benefits in V15s submarine over regular V15 detect? Which one would you get if the submarine part wasn't really a deal breaker?

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VERSUS
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Dyson V15 Detect vs Dyson V15s Detect Submarine: What is the difference?
November 1, 2018 - What is the difference between Dyson V15 Detect and Dyson V15s Detect Submarine? Find out which is better and their overall performance in the vacuum cleaner ranking.
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r/dyson on Reddit: V15s Submarine Complete Vacuum versus Gen5detect complete vacuum
November 27, 2024 -

My partner and I are choosing between these two vacuum sets. The price difference is quite minimal (~5%) due to Black Friday deals.

We would love some advice on which one to choose given the V15s has a hard floor washing head too.

ModelPrice
V15s Submarine Complete Vacuum (gold HEPA edition)$999
Gen5Detect Complete Vacuum (Prussian blue and rich copper edition)$1049

Below are a comparison of what comes in the package:

V15s Submarine Complete Vacuum (gold HEPA edition) Gen5Detect Complete Vacuum (Prussian blue and rich copper edition)

Based on what I can see, there is a around a 5% price difference between these two but the v15s has a wet roller head option.

Gen5Detect is the newest model with no wet roller head.

What's your advice and what would you choose?

Any feedback on your experience with these two models is appreciated too.

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If you have hard floors / tile that you Swiffer or mop ( or If you have aspirations of doing so ) then having the option to clean the floors with the submarine head essentially doubles the utility of your vacuum. I clean the floors weekly with my v15. My floor plan is ~1300 sq feet fifty-fifty carpet and hard flooring. I’m able to dust, vacuum, and mop the whole floorplan on one charge in around 20 minutes. I empty the vacuum once, add a bit more water, and dump the water from the catch basin. The Gen5 has a more powerful motor , has a larger dust bin and is heavier. The button on top does help out. Though you’re probably sacrificing a bit of battery life since It’s more likely the vacuum will be left running when moving between rooms or other times where your finger would be off the trigger. Though both vacuums will tire your wrist and you will end up switching arms once or twice. That’s the bigger ergonomic problem. The extra dusting brush, gap tool, and extension hose that come with the Gen5 look really useful( especially the hose) but can be purchased after the fact for the v15, while it’s not possible to use the submarine attachment on the Gen5. I borrowed a friend’s Gen5 before deciding on getting my v15. I got the v15 on the hope that I would use the mopping attachment frequently which thankfully I was able to build the habit to use.  I have high pile carpet and rugs, so for both the Gen5 and v15 I had to vacuum those with the gates fully open and ensure I don’t press the head down too forcefully otherwise the brush motor stalled. The Gen5 did this more often than the v15, which I would attribute to the added power. I’m still shocked by the amount of dust picked up each week haha. Ultimately you are getting a good vacuum and pretty house toy either way, enjoy your selection!
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The Dyson v15 is great :) But the washing head is not what you probably think it is . The head is mainly designed to clean up liquids, it’s annoying having to pick the crumbs and hair of the brush bar constantly on the wet head . The V15 also has a trigger you have to constantly hold The Gen 5 has a built in crevice tool which is great and a little better battery life . The Gen 5 has no trigger but only a button to click on then click off Both great vacuums but I’ll go for the Gen 5. Good luck and happy Vacuuming Edit - the newer V15 do have built in crevice tools
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Modern Castle
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Dyson V15s Detect Submarine Review - 7 Data-Driven Tests - Modern Castle
Dyson V15s Detect Submarine Review: 7 Data-Driven Tests
The Dyson Submarine attachment performed exceptionally in collecting the standalone liquid, however it struggled to collect the liquid with small debris. In our opinion, this attachment is an excellent solution for standalone liquid mopping. ... For our stain test, we test to see how the Dyson V15s ... 84 Cleaning 89 Build Quality 100 Run Time 99 Usability 96 Maintenance 88.7 Overall Score Learn how we test & score here. Tested With Scoring System 1.1 Best For Perfect for a one-stop shop in home cleaning Exceptional vacuum performance Multi Access
Rating: 4.4 ​
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Tech Advisor
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Dyson WashG1 vs Dyson V15s Submarine: What's the Difference? - Tech Advisor
October 1, 2024 - It’s difficult to compare these two Dyson models by weight or accessories because they’re such completely different products. For example, although the Submarine is lighter at 4.1kg than the WashG1 at 4.9kg, the WashG1’s weight is much less important. It’s motorised, which makes it very manoeuvrable, and it bears its own weight on the floor. You’ll only need to lift it to carry it over carpet or rugs or up or down the stairs. Meanwhile, the V15s Detect Submarine is fairly heavy for a cordless vacuum cleaner, although it’s also motorised in its wet cleaning mode.
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Reddit
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Dyson V15s Submarine VS Dyson Gen5detect Absolute
July 22, 2023 - The submarine model isn't labeled ... website they sell, for the same price of $1299.99, Dyson V15s Detect Submarine ABSOLUTE, which is the same vacuum, but with a HEPA-marketed filter for 99.9% of 0.1 % micron particles....
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DYSON V15s Detect Submarine Worth The Money? Demo and Detailed REVIEW - YouTube
Dyson launched its cordless dry and wet combo, the V15s Detect Submarine is Dyson’s first-ever vacuum with a wet component. We've spent a month testing it on...
Published   June 4, 2024
Views   47K
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TechGearLab
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Dyson V15s Submarine Review | Tested & Rated
Dyson V15s Submarine
The Dyson V15s Submarine stood near the top throughout our testing thanks to its impressive suction power, which we measured to be more than double the average of all the cordless vacuums we tested. Having the power to lift dirt from deep within carpets gives this vacuum an edge over most of the competition. But you may be wondering how this model is different from the Dyson V15 Detect... The Dyson V15s Submarine stood near the top throughout our testing thanks to its impressive suction power, which we measured to be more than double the...
Rating: 4.7 ​
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VERSUS
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Dyson Gen5detect vs Dyson V15s Detect Submarine: What is the difference?
November 1, 2018 - What is the difference between Dyson Gen5detect and Dyson V15s Detect Submarine? Find out which is better and their overall performance in the vacuum cleaner ranking.
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TechRadar
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Dyson WashG1 vs V15s Detect Submarine: which of Dyson's mops should you buy? | TechRadar
February 8, 2025 - In the UK, it's £599.99 for the WashG1 and £799.99 for the V15s Detect Submarine. Finally, shoppers in Australia can get the WashG1 for AU$949. There are a couple of different V15s options here – the standard model is called the Absolute and costs AU$1,549, and there's an upgraded option with features borrowed from the Gen5detect vacuum, for AU$1,649. ... I tested the Dyson V8 vacuum against the V11, and I think the older model will be a better choice for most people
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Reddit
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r/dyson on Reddit: Gen5Detect v V15 Detect Submarine
January 27, 2025 -

I’m looking for some advice on choosing between the Dyson Gen5detect and the Dyson V15 Detect Submarine. My Gen5detect was broken in a freak accident, and my insurance company has given me a voucher to replace it. I loved the Gen5detect and had no complaints, but now I’m tempted by the V15 Detect Submarine.

For context, my home has a mix of carpet and tile: • Carpeted Areas: Stairs, upper hallway, lounge, and three bedrooms. • Tiled Areas: Large kitchen-diner, lower entrance, downstairs toilet, and two upstairs bathrooms.

I’ve read that the Gen5detect has stronger suction (280 AW vs. 240 AW on the V15), which would be great for my carpets. But the V15 Submarine has a wet roller head, which seems ideal for cleaning and mopping the tiled areas in one go.

If anyone has experience with either or both of these models, I’d love to hear your thoughts! • Is the 40 AW suction difference noticeable in real-world use? • How effective is the Submarine’s mopping feature? • Which would you recommend for a home with my layout?

Or would you suggest something else completely? I’m based in the UK and have a Argos voucher for £650.00 for the insurers.

Thanks in advance for your input!

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Sorry about your Gen5, glad you had insurance! As a V15S owner, and someone who has trialed a Gen5. My floor plan is 1300 sq feet, around 60% wood/tile. Being able to mop the floors with the same device you use to vacuum is a big jump in versatility, however it is only as useful as the size of your floor plan, and how often you already mop those areas. I would describe the Submarine attachment as a fancy Swiffer in terms of cleaning. The primary benefit of a Swiffer being that you don’t need to carry a bucket around for water, and you don’t need to perform additional passes to dry the floors. The advantage over a Swiffer is that you don’t need to worry about changing out the pads as the roller stays clean (relatively) and hydrated during use. That solves the major pain point of using a Swiffer imo. However ,just like a Swiffer, using it often is key as it keeps the grime from over powering the attachment’s cleaning abilities. If a spot is kind of stubborn you can push your foot down on the cleaning head and make a few additional passes that does the job. You don’t want to do this for a whole floor though. I Swiffer’ed often and preferred it over a more involved mopping process, and the Submarine did a good job improving that particular routine. If you relate to any of that, I think the Submarine attachment is worth it! As for the power difference, if you are familiar with Vacuum Wars, one of the tests they run is a ‘deep clean pick up test’ where they rub a measured amount of sand to carpet, vacuum the area, and see how much of it has been picked up. Dyson’s stick vacuums have been getting perfect scores on this for a while now, both the Gen5 and V15 ace this test. There are probably other ways to measure things where the added power of the Gen5 can provide benefit, but I feel that would be a niche test lol. Both are great vacuums!
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In my opinion, the "Submarine" accessory is a beta/test for Dyson before launching the Wash G1. You have to give several passes, it has little capacity and the maintenance or cleaning gives a lot of laziness because it is very dirty and slow. It is better to have 1 thing that is well dedicated to something, than 1 to try to do 2 things at the same time but do not do them well. Greetings!
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r/VacuumCleaners on Reddit: Dyson V15 detect submarine vs Shark Hydrovac
February 9, 2025 -

I recently moved into my new house, and one of the things I haven't bought yet is a good vacuum cleaner. I have been looking into both the Dyson V15 Detect Submarine and the Shark Hydrovac, but I don't know much about which one is better. From the price, I can expect the Dyson to be much better, but I just don't know if the brand is just overhyped.

I'm not really sure about the vacuum cleaner + mop thing, I think it could be very convenient, but maybe someone here knows they're not worth it at all and suggest me to go to a regular vacuum and forget about the mop thing (which would also be okay).

One thing I like about the shark (apart from the huge price tag difference) is that there is a corded version: I'm not a big fan of having to charge the battery every time, and my house is big enough to not be able to clean it all in one single charge.

Any suggestions on whether the mop thing is a good idea? Maybe an alternative option that I haven't considered? Thanks a lot!

Note: Whilst I don't mind it to be corded, I draw a line to the "sled vacuums". Unless it's THE ONE vacuum I will ever need and want which happens to be a sled one, I'd rather it be handheld.

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Vacuum-mops like the Hydrovac and Crosswave are a pain to clean. After each use you must wash and dry the 2 tanks, clean the brushroll, clean the filter, and wipe down the machine. Vac-mops cannot vacuum on carpets and have no hose or attachments to clean anything else but hard floors. There are easier to use mops like reusable spray mops, steam mops, and spin mops. The Dyson V15 Submarine is stupid expensive and the Submarine is a very limited mop. The Submarine is a type of spinning mop with no suction. Unlike the vac-mops you must dry vacuum with V15 first and then use the Submarine mop head. In most markets you can buy a regular Dyson V15 and a vac-mop for less than the cost of a V15 Submarine. I highly recommend getting a regular corded or cordless vacuum and pairing it with a good mop of your choice. If you have any carpeted rooms you really need a corded vacuum to properly deep clean the carpet. Cordless vacuums are ok for hard floors and light cleaning rugs and carpets. What kind of flooring do you have? If you have all hard floors you could get a corded vac-mop like the Bissell Crosswave if you don't mind the all the cleanup, but I would still recommend getting a regular vacuum to dry vacuum the floors and everything else.