According to WIRED, the Dyson Gen5Detect, priced at $949, is the highest-scoring vacuum in the publication's latest side-by-side test of Dyson's cordless lineup, followed by the Dyson V16 Piston Animal at $850. WIRED's tester evaluated each model against sand scattered on a rug, piles of litter on hard floors, and the results of vacuuming all three stories of a home. The buyer's guide, updated in July 2026, names the Gen5Detect as the top pick, with the V10 Konical and V16 Piston Animal as additional picks; new testing notes were also added for the V8 Cyclone and V15 Detect.
The 2026 Dyson Cordless Lineup: Specifications
WIRED's comparison table shows the technical range across Dyson's current cordless models, from suction power to run time and filtration. The table includes six models:
| Model | Capacity | Attachments | Suction Power | Run Time | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dyson Gen5Detect | 0.2 gallon | Digital Motorbar cleaner head, Fluffy Optic cleaner head, hair screw tool, combination tool, dusting and crevice tool (built-in) | 262 AW | Up to 70 minutes | HEPA |
| Dyson V10 Konical | 0.23 gallon | All Floor Cones cleaner head, mini motorized tool, crevice tool | 150 AW | Up to 60 minutes | HEPA |
| Dyson V16 Piston Animal | 0.35 gallon | All Floor Cones Sense cleaner head, Fluffy Optic cleaner head, hair screw tool, crevice tool, plus two more built-in crevice tools | 315 AW | Up to 70 minutes | HEPA |
| Dyson V15 Detect | 0.2 gallon | Fluffy Optic cleaner head, Digital Motorbar cleaner head, hair screw tool, combination tool, crevice tool | 240 AW | Up to 60 minutes | Whole-machine filtration |
| Dyson Car+Boat | 0.14 gallons | Mini motorized brush, crevice tool, combination tool | 115 AW | Up to 40 minutes | Whole-machine filtration |
| Dyson Spot+Scrub Ai | Up to 100 days | N/A | 18,000 Pa | 200 minutes | Washable filter |
Suction power across the cordless sticks ranges from 115 AW on the Car+Boat to 315 AW on the V16 Piston Animal, the highest figure in WIRED's comparison. Run times reach up to 70 minutes on the Gen5Detect and V16 Piston Animal.
Test Results and Value Picks
WIRED reported that the Dyson V10 Konical, at $500, delivers less suction power (150 AW) than several models but "scored above other models with similar or more power" in the publication's tests, making it the best value pick. The V10 includes an All Floor Cones cleaner head, mini motorized tool, and crevice tool.
Among upright vacuums, WIRED's "other good vacs" section lists the Dyson Ball Animal 3 at $420. WIRED said it tested the Ball Animal 3 Extra, which has more attachments, but the regular model "is just as powerful." Former WIRED reviewer Jaina Grey found the Ball Animal 3 performed well against rabbit hair in her home; the downsides, according to WIRED, are that it is loud and heavy.
Wet-Dry Cleaning and Accessories
WIRED also covered Dyson's wet floor care line. The Dyson Clean+Wash Hygiene Wet and Dry Floor Cleaner, priced at $500, is notable for lacking an "unhygienic" filter, according to WIRED. Reviewer Kat Merck reported no off smells after three months of consistent use. The device is similar to the previous Wash G1, with a self-propelled design, a screen showing battery life and mode, and a dock for self-cleaning.
Dyson's new probiotic floor cleaner, at $24, is odorless and, in Merck's testing on Coretec LVP floors, left them "feeling and looking cleaner" than when she sanitizes them with a steam mop, WIRED reported. The Clean+Wash, however, has no suction and uses only a microfiber roller, so it is not suited for detritus such as hair and leaves; WIRED noted it is best for spot-cleaning stains and spills.
What the Spec Sheet Means for Floor-Care Sourcing
For engineering, maintenance, and procurement teams evaluating floor-care equipment, WIRED's test data highlights the performance spread across Dyson's consumer lineup. The published figures show a 200 AW gap between the entry-level cordless Car+Boat (115 AW) and the V16 Piston Animal (315 AW), and a 30-minute spread in rated run time. Filtration also diverges: the Gen5Detect, V10 Konical, and V16 Piston Animal use HEPA filters, while the V15 Detect and Car+Boat use whole-machine filtration, and the Spot+Scrub Ai uses a washable filter.
Attachment configuration is a differentiator among the models, according to WIRED's table. The Gen5Detect bundles a Digital Motorbar cleaner head, Fluffy Optic cleaner head, hair screw tool, combination tool, and built-in dusting and crevice tool; the V16 Piston Animal includes an All Floor Cones Sense cleaner head, Fluffy Optic cleaner head, hair screw tool, crevice tool, and two additional built-in crevice tools. The V10 Konical carries a simpler kit: All Floor Cones cleaner head, mini motorized tool, and crevice tool.
WIRED author Nena Farrell, who tests vacuums professionally, noted that getting a Dyson "is well worth the splurge for several homes and use cases." The publication's guide covers cordless vacuums, robot vacuums, car vacuums, and best vacuums overall in separate articles.
The guide's timeline: WIRED's original comparison was published with new models that arrived earlier in the year, and the Top Picks were revised in July 2026, when the Gen5Detect replaced the previous top choice and testing notes were added for the V8 Cyclone and V15 Detect. For manufacturers and distributors monitoring Dyson's consumer floor-care lineup, the updated specs and price points mark the company's current product positioning across suction classes and filtration types.
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