I would give this product five stars except for the fact that you have to hold the power button/handle the entire time you vacuum. It KILLS your hand. I would expect a LOT more than Dyson. The vacuum works really well especially with pet hair, but the power button issue is a big one. Do better Dyson.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from DysonBy Dyson, June 18, 2021
Hi there, this is Tia with Dyson. We're sorry to learn that you're not having a 5-star experience with your Dyson V8 Absolute cordless vacuum. As it stands, there isn't an option to lock the cordless unit's trigger in the on position like a corded vacuum would function. Please be assured, we chose a light-touch trigger over an on/off switch to ensure that battery life is never wasted by letting the machine run when it's not in active use.
If you're in need of machine support, please feel free to email askdysonUS@dyson.com and we are happy to provide you with support.
Best wishes, Tia Dyson Customer Support
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Customer Rating
4
Great vacuum but…
on April 28, 2022
Posted by: Mhoff12
Gender:Male
Great vacuum! Sucks up everything, lightweight and durable. One major flaw is the power trigger…wish it had a hold switch to keep it on without having to squeeze it so hard.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
Love our new V8!!!
on April 4, 2021
Posted by: Weiner family
Gender:Male
We have enjoyed our V7 for the last few years and decided to add a V8, which is even more powerful!!! No regrets, with our doggies and desert dust we are loving having 2 to grab!!!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Dyson
Customer Rating
4
Great vacuum!
on February 10, 2021
Posted by: Kazumi K
Gender:Female
Love the vacuum! It’s light weight, easy to use and does a great job. The only downfall... the battery life... It doesn’t last long enough to do the entire house (approx 3,100 sqft) especially if you use the max suction in some of the rooms. but other than that, I love it!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Dyson
Customer Rating
5
The best feature is no cord...I love that.
on April 13, 2017
Posted by: Maddi33
Gender:Female
I have had my Dyson for several months. This is my second cordless Dyson...I like the V8 much better. The length of time you can operate it is another great feature! Loved the first one & passed it down to my daughter. Now I love the new one even better!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Dyson
Customer Rating
5
WOW
on July 2, 2017
Posted by: CATSCARBROUGHLV
Gender:Female
It was Awesome! I could not believe how much this picked up. I was a little concerned that the battery wouldn't last until I was done but it wasn't a problem. I had a little trouble figuring out how to empty the canister but once I did I saw how simple it was.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Dyson
Customer Rating
4
Big improvement
on March 5, 2021
Posted by: Unclebugs
Gender:Male
I bought a V4 a long time ago, but it finally stopped taking a charge and Dyson had no solution. The V8 is a big improvement in terms of sound. Much quieter. The newer tools work better than the old with less clogging, and the device runs longer. Good progress!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Dyson
Customer Rating
4
V8 Cordless
on July 28, 2016
Posted by: Rossn23
Gender:Male
Everything is great. Just wish the dirt tank was bigger and there was a provided accessory tool to keep all of the attachments locked into one place that you could hang on the wall.