This vacuum is great for dust bunnies and that’s about it! I have kids to clean up after and find myself having to sweep with the broom before coming in with the Dyson because it won’t pick up larger messes and clogs very easily. No one wants to have to take apart the vacuum to fix it just to get the job done. I waited years to buy my Dyson and was very excited for it, but am quite disappointed. If you have kids who make big messes this is just not a good fit. The fact that it’s cordless, maneuvers easily, and has a higher suction setting are great, but they’re definitely not enough to make this purchase worth it for me. It just doesn’t function the way it should, especially for the price.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from DysonBy Dyson Customer Support, January 17, 2022
Hello,
Thank you for your review. This is Miella from Dyson. We're happy you've enjoyed the Dyson V8 Absolute's work on the dust in your home. However, we're sorry to hear of your experience with larger debris.
The Dyson V8 Absolute does feature two modes: powerful suction mode and max mode. While the powerful suction mode is ideal for the majority of cleaning tasks, the max mode is there for particularly stubborn messes.
The V8 Absolute requires routine maintenance to continue its optimal performance. However, this maintenance is easy to follow and is outlined in the user manual.
We'd value the opportunity to learn more about your experience with your Dyson as we'd like to help ensure you are having a 5-star experience. Please feel free to reach out to us at askdysonUS@dyson.com, and we will be in touch.
Best Wishes, Miella Dyson Customer Support
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Customer Rating
5
Kids love to vacuum
on May 29, 2017
Posted by: Dysonalways
Gender:Female
I enjoy having a vacuum that does everything: rugs, hardwood floors, furniture, corners, under furniture, curtains, and spider webs up high. I'll have to build up some muscle for the hand-held use, but it's totally worth it. My kids also love to vacuum now, they think they are transformers with all the attachments. They walk around with them in their pockets as they vacuum in order to get the hard spots.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Dyson
Customer Rating
5
This machine reeks of quality!
on May 31, 2017
Posted by: Runner33
Gender:Female
Great vacuum! VERY quiet! I have all hardwood floors and it worked beautifully. The quality is amazing! of course it is very expensive so there's that! It should be nice. Right? I just really respect well built products. Only one issue. I have a blister on my pointer finger from holding the trigger. It takes 25 minutes to vacuum my entire condo so it caused a blister. If the company makes an adapter to put on the trigger to hold it down that would be so cool! It's all about the customer, Right?
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Dyson
Customer Rating
5
on December 9, 2016
Posted by: Prowler
Gender:Male
Very easy to assemble. Great product!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Dyson
Customer Rating
5
Great for Solid Surface Floors
on November 7, 2020
Posted by: OhioRyan16
Gender:Male
I just installed laminate hardwood floors through the first floor of my house and was trying to find a vacuum that I could easily use on the new floors and the carpet upstairs. Being able to swap the sweeper heads makes it SO EASY! The suction power lasts through the battery dying and it is light and easy to maneuver. In addition being able to take it anywhere and not needing to worry about a power cord allows me to quickly vacuum my stairs. I am in LOVE with this vacuum and would HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Dyson
Customer Rating
5
Dyson V8 Absolute
on April 21, 2017
Posted by: Mdrive
Gender:Male
This is a remarkable tool for vacuuming any and all floors! The suction power on this vacuum is Awesome. I love it....
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Dyson
Customer Rating
5
powerful machine!
on December 1, 2016
Posted by: TeriAnn
I've only had this machine for 2 weeks but it's the most easy to use and powerful vacuum I've ever seen...I used to drag my old machine out twice a week to vacuum everything but now I just grab the V8 and vacuum up anytime with ease...I'm finding the lack of cord to be a wonderful thing and the rugs (and furniture, and ceiling beams and woodwork) have never been cleaner....I would definitely recommend this great vacuum to anyone, especially those folks with stairs.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
5
The best
on December 5, 2021
Posted by: Dwork
Gender:Female
I just bought this stick vacuum and it’s fabulous! It’s a quick pick up for everyday spills, especially in the kitchen.