I only really have a few rooms in my house that are carpet and need cleaned. I paid $300 or so for it. It’s great but the “max” mode barely lasts to clean my few rooms. I couldn’t believe how much dust and hair and crap it sucked up though! Wow. Are there better vacuums for smaller areas that I can get for the same , or a cheaper, price? I just want something small , cordless, and easy to use so it’s not a “chore” to vacuum.

Happy Easter to those celebrating!! We have an Amazon special $100 vacuum right now and want to upgrade. Is the Dyson V8 origin worth it in 2024? Or better to save up for something better? Thanks!

Hello, I am looking into buying a dyson v8. We just recently moved in so our apartment (65 square meters big) has only hard floors, but we plan to add some carpets later on. I see that the cheapest one where I live is a Dyson v8 origin, but I can not find any reviews for it or any threads on reddit. How different is it than absolute, motorhead and animal? Prices: - Origin 280 EUR - Absolute 350 EUR

Would it be worth to to for the absolute considering the price difference? Ty!

Dyson v12 is 550 EUR, is it worth the 200 EUR difference?

Hello, I am looking into buying a dyson v8. We just recently moved in so our apartment (65 square meters big) has only hard floors, but we plan to add some carpets later on. I see that the cheapest one where I live is a Dyson v8 origin, but I can not find any reviews for it or any threads on reddit. How different is it than absolute, motorhead and animal? Prices:

• Origin 280 EUR

• Absolute 350 EUR

Would it be worth to to for the absolute considering the price difference? Ty!

What is the difference? They seem to have the same specs and same accessories?

Is this vacuum worth it for a sale price of $279 US? Reg price is $429 where I live. Debating because needing another vacuum for a 1400 sq foot house both hard floor and carpet in bedrooms, ours recently stopped working. Any opinions appreciated!

After just using my Dyson stick V8 for the zillionth time, I just have to rave. I'm not sure when I bought it and I'm not sure what I paid, but it is by far the best all-around vacuum I've ever had. The light weight, the ability to switch easily between regular and max. suction speeds, and the flexibility of the head and the various attachments make it very versatile. I use it on wood floors, rugs, and wall-to-wall carpet. The only thing I've ever had to replace are filters. The on-line videos about how to clean the various areas of the vacuum that get clogged up with fine dust are incredibly helpful. With that help, I've been able to keep the vacuum working well for years. I've never posted a Yelp review before and I can hardly believe that I'm doing it because I'm in love with a vacuum cleaner, but there it is. Hopefully, the newer models are as good as this one.

Dyson V8

Shark IZ862H

This will be a gift for my mom, they have a mostly carpet house, but the kitchen, bathrooms and entry way are hardwood. I'd say its about 75/25 carpet. They have two dogs, neither shed excessively. Allergies are not a significant issue.

At my house we have an old Dyson cordless one and my mom likes it, so I'd like to get her something similar as a gift. This will be her first cordless vacuum.

I see reviews comparing the IZ862H to the $1,000 Dyson, but my girlfriend is adamant about Dyson being the way to go.

The Shark is about 60$ more, so my question is if the Shark is worth it? Or should I go with the Dyson? Or is there one I'm not considering that would be far better in a similar price range?

Thanks :)

Hi,
Im looking for a compact stick vacuum cleaner under $200USD for hardwood floors and came across this. Is it worth buying from the official store and is there anything to know before buying refurbished vacuum cleaners?

https://www.dyson.com/outlet/refurbished-vacuum-cleaners/cordless/v8-origin-extra

Ordered a Dyson v8 as my Henry as given up. Going to pick it up after work but now starting to regret my decision as people are saying I should have gone with a shark stick.

I did ponder a shark stick but I had a shark a few years back during the mrs hinch phase and it only lasted me a year!

Can someone reassure me that I haven’t made a mistake. Owners of V8 did you ever regret your decision?

Hi everyone,

I've found a Dyson V8 Origin on Facebook Marketplace that is said to be hardly used. The seller is asking for 150 AUD, which is around 100 USD (still open to nego as well) so its a catch price for a name brand like Dyson. Honestly, I've never bought a cordless vacuum before so Im cluesless about them and ive seen may posts saying the v8 is not worth it but that was in the case of its original price not the price that im planning to get it for. I've always used those heavy corded vacuums (bucket-like ones), but that was when I had a bigger apartment.

Now, I'm a student living in a small studio around 18 sqm. I don't want to buy a big vacuum like the ones I used to have since it'll take up too much space, so I was thinking about cordless, thinner ones like this V8. My questions are:

1. Does it work on both wood tiled floors and carpet? I have both types of flooring in my studio.

2. Is the suction strong enough to take off dirt and hair from the carpet? I'm a clean freak due to my allergies, so that's why I'm looking for a vacuum even in such a small studio.

3. Lastly and mor IMPORTANTLY, how do I test used vacuums like this so I don't get scammed? What should I test and look out for?

Thanks in advance for your help!

Hi everyone,

I bought a v8 hastily on the last day of Black Friday sales for 269€, as I was fed up with the state of my current vacuum canister, an inexpensive 700W Moulinex City Space. It has a broken combi head whose wheels are seized, which makes it impossible to drag it along the floor. As stupid as it sounds, I've thus been vacuuming hunched over with the bare hose for as long as I can remember.

I live in a 35 sqm (~380 sq. feet) apartment with exclusively hardwood flooring. I was hoping to try out the v8 before making up my mind, but the shop I bought it from doesn't offer returns once the packaging has been opened, so the box is just sitting in the corner of my living room until I decide what to do.

I read all of the recommandation and flow charts thread, but I still feel like I'm missing some important information, i.e. what features are desirable in a vacuum and why.

I'd say the important points for me regarding a vacuum would be:

1. Ease of use

2. Ease of maintenance

3. Durability and/or repairability

The canister has given me entire satisfaction regarding 2 : I change the bag every once in a while and that's it. The same can be said for 3 (I've probably had that vacuum for the past 10 years), with the exception of the combi head of course, which I should have already replaced by now tbh. When it comes to 1, it being a PITA is probably mostly due to, again, not having a functioning head. However, having to unplug and replug it when moving from room to room doesn't make it a very smooth experience.

My thinking moving to a Dyson was that it being battery powered would increase ease of use significantly (compared to a canister): no need to unplug and replug, I could just vacuum my entire apartment in one fell swoop.
However, it seems, reading comments on here, that it would come at the expense of 2 and 3.

Is that really the case? What more would the maintenance entail compared to a bagged canister, and at which frequency? Do they break that often? Replacement parts (including batteries) seem to be available though.

Thanks for your help!

Hi, I’m tossing up buying a Dyson V8, and just trying to understand the differences between the various V8s - absolute, origin, extra. Can’t seem to figure out the differences. Also keen to hear any reviews!

For more context- I live in an 2 bedroom apartment and have carpets throughout!

So I don’t have too much experiences with vacuums I had a few corded, upright, canister vacuums, and shop vacs. I obtained a Dyson V7 and V8 with dead batteries for free. So I bought 3rd party batteries on Amazon for pretty cheep and I used them mostly for tile floors and couches. Even though the batteries don’t last very long, I like the portability of the vacuums. They are light weight and I can fly around with them. They seem to take up a lot of hair and grit but don’t suck up anything big. Turbo mode works great but kills the battery quickly. Since I have two, I can just switch them out. My mother has a V15 and it seems much stronger with a better battery. The actual sticks and head seem fragile but I haven’t had any issues with them so far. I like how all the heads are interchangeable, so I don’t need a whole collection of different heads. What are your guys opinions on these models. Are they junk? What vacuums are a better option for hard wood or tile floors. I appreciate your guys input.

Hey guys,

I was planning to buy a new vacuum cleaner for my mom for christmas. Only problem is, I can't decide which one of these, is the best deal/decision. I attached the images of the accessories that come with these.

Dyson v8 Origin = 265 euro
Dyson v12 Origin = 379 euro
Samsung JET 85 Complete = 399 euro

My question is, would the v8 Origin really be enough? It costs less than the others, but is it as good?
The cleaning is mainly about floor tiles and a lot of dog hair.

Thanks!

Larger apartment with all hardwood and a cat. From what I read on r/vacuumcleaners, we should have a soft roll brush for the hardwood.

I can’t tell if that’s what this comes with or not. Did we make the right choice? Will this be OK on hardwood? Do we need another attachment?

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Dyson-V8-Origin-Cordless-Vacuum-Purple-New/728762765

Both are on sale at Walmart right now...is the $70 premium worth it for the Dyson?