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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 1254 reviews

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars

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94%would recommend to a friend

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Customers frequently mention the lightweight design, powerful suction, and ease of use as significant advantages of the V12 Detect Slim Cordless Vacuum. Many appreciate the long battery life and the laser feature, which helps to highlight dust and debris. However, some users point out that the dustbin is on the smaller side and that the price point may be a deterrent for some buyers. A few also noted concerns about filter maintenance.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Suction, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Goodbye Shark, Hello Dyson Stick

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Hands down the BEST thing I ever bought (well, after my hot tub)! WHY did I wait to buy a Dyson? I am actually ENJOYING vacuuming!!! In fact, the laser on the head for my laminate floors makes vacuuming a GAME! You cannot miss one speck! It shows you EVERYTHING. I am older so the convenience of not having a corded vacuum, having a laser beam, and how lightweight it is makes this a senior’s dream come true! I thought a battery operated vacuum would not hold a charge long enough and be annoying. I thought the smallish dirt canister would annoy me. I was dead wrong on both accounts! The suction is praiseworthy and the battery charge lasts for all 1,800+ sq ft of my home. I empty one time for the entire house. Warning: you will WANT to vacuum if you’ve never been cordless before or have been dust mopping your wood floors. Just buy it! I truly feel like an idiot saying ..I love vacuuming, but now I do!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Suction, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Portable powerful cleaning machine

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I recently had the opportunity to try out the Dyson V12 vacuum, and I must say, it exceeded my expectations in every way. From its sleek design to its powerful suction, this vacuum is a game-changer for keeping my home clean. One of the standout features of the Dyson V12 is its suction power. With its Hyperdymium motor, it effortlessly picks up dirt, dust, and debris from both carpets and hard floors. Even stubborn pet hair is no match for this vacuum. Plus, the dynamic load sensor automatically adjusts the suction power based on the surface, ensuring optimal cleaning performance every time. Another aspect that impressed me is the versatility of the Dyson V12. It comes with a variety of attachments, including a crevice tool, combination tool, and mini motorized tool, allowing me to clean every nook and cranny of my home with ease. Whether I'm tackling upholstery, stairs, or tight spaces, there's an attachment for the job. Additionally, the Dyson V12 is incredibly convenient to use. It features a lightweight and ergonomic design, making it easy to maneuver around furniture and up stairs. The cordless operation means I can clean without being tethered to an outlet, and the battery life is more than sufficient for cleaning multiple rooms on a single charge. Furthermore, I appreciate the hygienic bin emptying mechanism of the Dyson V12. With just the push of a button, the dirt and debris are ejected into the trash, eliminating the need to touch any dirt or dust. Overall, I highly recommend the Dyson V12 vacuum to anyone in the market for a powerful and versatile cleaning solution. It's efficient, convenient, and delivers outstanding results every time. Say goodbye to dirt and hello to a cleaner, healthier home with the Dyson V12.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Suction

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Game changer in home cleaning

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I recently had the opportunity to try out the Dyson V12 Detect Slim Cordless Vacuum, and I can confidently say it has transformed my cleaning routine! From the moment I unboxed it, I was impressed by its sleek design and lightweight build. The powerful suction is truly remarkable. It effortlessly picks up dirt, pet hair, and even the tiniest dust particles from both carpets and hard floors. The laser dust detection feature is a game changer; it illuminates hidden dust and debris that I never even knew was there! It’s satisfying to see just how much cleaner my home is after using it. I also love the versatility of the V12. The different attachments make it easy to clean various surfaces, from upholstery to tight corners. The battery life is impressive, allowing me to clean my entire home on a single charge. Plus, the cordless design means I can move around freely without worrying about tripping over cords. Cleaning and maintaining the vacuum is a breeze, too. The dust bin is easy to empty, and the filter is washable, making it a low-maintenance option for busy households. Overall, the Dyson V12 Detect Slim has exceeded my expectations. It’s efficient, powerful, and user-friendly. If you’re looking for a vacuum that makes cleaning less of a chore and more of a pleasure, I highly recommend giving this one a try!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Laser is so good you’ll see flooring unevenness

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Slim Dyson is lighter than our Dysons 8 which has given us many years of great service and is still chugging along. The button for turning the vacuum on with active sensing to modulate the power levels is very effective. It is more user friendly than holding the trigger and having two settings. While dimming the lights to get an even better visual of the roller with the laser detection is “enlightening” to say the least, this thing is so good it will highlight minor areas of unevenness on your floors. We just finished the basement with luxury vinyl title and the occasional areas that are 100% flush will “pop out”. If this might drive you nuts and you prefer ignorant bliss of how clean your floors really area, do not get this eye opening device! You may start liking to vacuum as you defeat the dust, dirt and hair on what looks like an otherwise clean floor. I have to commend Dysons on leading innovation within this sector. I would say that the anti-tangle hair brush head also works better than the prior heads - just wish that head had a laser too! Finally this unit allows you to buy a swappable battery if you need more runtime - this is a feature that LG did a good job of pressuring Dysons to provide over their fixed battery design. At this price I think they should have included a spare battery since you really can’t benefit from the feature unless you have one, but the swappable battery really allows them to keep the weight super low. Some prior Dyson 8 users may not like having to disconnect the cleaning head to dispose of the debris collected, but the inline versus 90 degree waste bin collection is a more effective design for maximizing suction capability without excessive battery usage. Dyson engineers are geniuses but the laws of Physics and engineering still apply to them. I would highly recommend this design - you will not be disappointed!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use
    Cons mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best vaccum I've ever owned

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great vaccum, expensive yes but it does the work. Comes with a few heads for different methods of cleaning. Price is hefty but i was able to get 1 year to pay off with no interest with Best Buy. Had a $60 cheap brand that stopped working within a few months, do yourself a favor and buy a high quality one like this. Easy to attach, charge, dump trash and most important; clean!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Suction, Weight

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Satisfied

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Pretty impressed with what this new vacuum can do,the light Weight and maneuverability makes it easy to clean my house, I love that the laser helps me find dust and dirt under furniture or in corners where you normally wouldn’t spot them. Power is excellent, and suction is automatically or manually optimized depending on the dust level.The battery life is perfect for us, I wish the wall dock had enough space for the additional attachments to be a completely perfect vacuum set

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Suction

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Dyson V12 is the Best!!!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This Dyson V12 is the best I’ve had. I first purchased the newer V15, too heavy. I kept having to switch hands when using. Didn’t like the power button that had to be held on to run. Returned right away and got the V12. What a difference. The green light when using the hard surface head is amazing. You see everything. I leave the suction setting at auto and I get a good 45 min or more. It also keeps track of the time left. I wish Dyson would allow using all attachments to be used on every vacuum. What a waste. Just because it is not the latest model doesn’t mean it’s not the best.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Suction

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Purchase I’ve Made In Years

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am enamored with the Dyson V12 Detect Slim Cordless Vacuum! This extraordinary cleaning companion has revolutionized my routine with its exceptional performance, sleek design, and lightweight build. The powerful suction effortlessly lifts even the tiniest particles while the laser technology reveals hidden dirt, leaving my home spotless. The intelligent LCD screen and cordless convenience add to its brilliance, making cleaning a breeze. With the Dyson V12 Detect Slim, my cleaning routine has transformed, and I cannot recommend it enough. It's a game-changer that will leave you astounded and deeply impressed.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Suction, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Dyson is the only way forward

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Dyson is the only way forward. I own like 8 Dyson vacuum and by far this is the lightest one so far. It does the job of any other Dyson vacuum but light as a feather. I enjoy doing the stairs and then doing the whole house. If the vacuum is full it will not turn on so make sure you empty the bin. When I finish vacuuming my house feels so much cleaner and the suction on the vacuum is awesome

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Suction

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best vacuum I have ever owned.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is the best vacuum I have ever owned. The suction is incredible. Most of my floors are hardwood and I love the green laser that highlights dust. I don’t miss a spot. Even on carpet it works great and can automatically increase or decrease suction. It is easy to empty the dustbin and the recharge time is short, I would highly recommend this vacuum.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Weight
    Cons mentioned:
    Dustbin size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Probably best bang for your buck

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The LED light on the vacuum head works amazing during the day and during the night. Suction power for the vacuum is up to standards, but not the best, however, it is extremely lightweight. The only downside is the small trash canister but if you don’t care about emptying it multiple times this vacuum is a 10 out of 10. 

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Neat freak!!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I usually don’t do reviews, unless I’m really sincerely, satisfied, I am a person that vacuums when they don’t even see dirt, I love the infrared feature on one of the attachments, I have a roommate and he is hard on vacuums. I had a cordless shark and the shark vacuum was good at first, but it’s performance was downhill from day one, I can honestly say that this vacuum cleaner is working just as well as the day I bought it , that’s why I’m giving this review five stars

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Suction

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Dyson V12

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works amazing. It sucks up my dogs hairs and I love the laser for the hard floors gives you a clear visual for those hard to see dirt. I like using it for my windows a lot so much dust and it clears it up and leave no dust behind. Make sure its always cleared out though since it fills up fast from all the grime you have hidden in your carpet like mine.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great vacuum for the value.

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great vacuum, light weight, great battery life, 3 settings are great, light works great for illuminating dust/dirt.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great Vacuum

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great vacuum. Easy to use a comes with many attachments. Laser fluffy great on hard floors.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Dyson Product Review

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love the size, assembly options, style, and the color. Could improve when it comes to cleaning out the vacuum. Battery life and cleaning settings are effective. Would have liked more features for the price (washer).

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Dyson is hard to beat

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    Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love the Dyson detect! For a handheld battery vacuum it’s wonderful. The lazer feature really makes you realize everything that’s being picked up and what you never knew needed to be vacuumed. The multiple heads make vacuuming any surface a breeze. The only reason it’s not a 5 star is the capacity, it’s enough but it leaves you wanting more for those days were your vacuuming a lot. But that’s why they do have the larger capacity ones so just beware. All in all a great battery option.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Power, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best all around vacuum

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very light and very powerful. Best vacuum ive owned.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Power

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Dyson perfection

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My first Dyson, by far the best vacuum on the market! Very powerful, Dyson clean is definitely an entire different top notch clean. Easy to use, love the led light, shows you everything! Amazing product. The only downside is parts availability. Some factory parts are hard to get. But honestly the best on the market

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Had to upgrade

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Had the v8 for years and caught the v12 detect slim on sale. I’m not disappointed. The battery is awesome compared to the v8. Loving the new attachments and the lcd screen!

    I would recommend this to a friend