Dyson V15 Detect Review

The Dyson V15 Detect isn't just a vacuum—it's a cleaning system that uses science to prove your floors are genuinely clean. The headline feature is the green laser built into the Fluffy Optic cleaner head. Angled precisely to illuminate microscopic dust particles on hard floors, it reveals dirt that's completely invisible to the naked eye. It's genuinely shocking how much dust you can see that you'd otherwise miss.

The piezo sensor is equally impressive. It uses acoustic vibration to count and categorize every particle sucked up, displaying real-time data on the LCD screen. You can see exactly how many particles of each size (from allergens to visible dust) you're removing. When the particle count drops, you know that patch of floor is truly clean.

Auto mode is brilliantly implemented. The vacuum monitors the particle count and automatically increases suction when it detects heavy concentrations of dust, then scales back when the floor is clean. This optimizes battery life while ensuring thorough cleaning.

Suction power at 240AW is class-leading for cordless vacuums. It handles fine dust on hardwood, ground-in dirt on carpet, and stubborn pet hair with equal effectiveness. The High Torque cleaner head with anti-tangle comb is excellent for homes with pets—hair wraps around the comb and gets cut, rather than tangling around the brush bar.

HEPA filtration captures 99.97% of particles down to 0.3 microns, expelling cleaner air than what it takes in. For allergy and asthma sufferers, this is significant.

Battery life of up to 60 minutes in Eco mode is generous for most homes. In Auto mode, expect 30-40 minutes, which is enough for a thorough clean of a medium-sized home. Boost mode drains the battery in about 8 minutes but delivers carpet-beating suction.

The vacuum converts easily to a handheld for cleaning furniture, stairs, and cars. Multiple attachments come included for crevices, upholstery, and mattresses.