Dyson V8 Absolute vs Dyson V10 Absolute - UK (2024)

We put both cordless vacuums through the wringer in our cleaning test.

We weighed different types of dirt, spread them on different floor types, and checked how well each vacuum gets rid of it. We used the power mode for this.

We also test how the devices perform over a longer period in everyday life.

The overall result of the two cordless vacuums is more than respectable.

However, as we took a closer look at them, we revealed huge differences.

The overall cleaning results

Cleaning on Hard Floors

Especially on hard floors (in our case laminate), we could easily separate the wheat from the chaff.

The Dyson V10 Absolute sucked up 100% of the coarse dirt without any problems, thanks to the enlarged brush.

The Dyson V8 Absolute, on the other hand, reached its limits with the lentils.

At first, it merely pushed the lentils in front of the brush and removed only 80% in total.

Dyson V10 before/after test on a hard floor

Dyson V8 before/after test on a hard floor

Cleaning on Short Carpets

On short pile carpet, the Dyson V10 sucked up almost everything (99% total) at an astonishing speed.

Dyson V10 before/after test on short carpet

The Dyson V8 also achieved an excellent result on the low carpet (97% overall). But it wasn’t even close to the impressive speed and efficiency of its successor.

Dyson V8 before/after test on short carpet

Cleaning Long Pile Carpets

Here the Dyson V10 Absolute proved its outstanding cleaning performance once again. It came out with flying colours and removed 99% of the dirt on the long carpet.

Dyson V10 before/after test on long carpet

The V8 also achieved a great (overall) result of 97% here.

Dyson V8 before/after test on long carpet

Cleaning in Everyday Life and Conclusion

We were delighted with both devices in everyday use.

However, the improved cleaning performance of the Dyson V10 Absolute is quite noticeable. It’s got such a powerful suction. In turbo mode, you even have troubles lifting the device off the carpet again. It thoroughly deep-cleans long carpets.

Even with coarse dirt, there are worlds between the cleaning in everyday life. We usually vacuum under the table after breakfast because our children often drop some “presents” for the vacuum. The V8 pushed the bigger crumbs in front of it at first. The V10, on the other hand, didn’t have any problems with it and left the floor spotless.

Click here to read our detailed Dyson V8 Absolute review and the Dyson V10 Absolute test.

We also took a closer look at the delivery scope in our Dyson V8 vs Dyson V10 comparison. The accessories decide how versatile the device is in use.

Dyson UK varies the included accessories in the different versions of a model (e.g. V8 Absolute and V8 Motorhead).

Here we compared the Dyson V8 Absolute and the Dyson V10 Absolute.

These two come with the same accessories.

The Dyson V8 and V10 Accessories

Electric brush with direct drive

• Soft roller with direct drive

• Combination tool

• Crevice tool

• Mini electric brush

• Extra Soft Brush

• Wall mount

• Charger

The Electric Brush with Direct Drive

is used to vacuum the floor and is the standard cleaning head of the Dyson V8. The V10 also comes with an electric brush. It’s a little wider but very similar.

The Soft Roller with Direct Drive

is particularly suitable for vacuuming hard floors, such as laminate. It’s a cleaner head with a soft roller and direct drive.

The Combi Accessory Nozzle

helps vacuum furniture and objects. At the push of a button, you can retract the brush’s soft bristles and take on stubborn dirt on robust surfaces.

The Crevice Tool

comes in very handy when vacuuming between upholstery or the like.

The Mini Electric Brush

has its own electric drive and thus improves the cleaning performance. It works great for removing pet hair from upholstery or cleaning the car.

The Extra Soft Brush

is the modern way of dusting pictures and the like. You won’t miss a speck of dust thanks to the soft bristles and its powerful suction.

The Practical Wall Mount

Dyson has developed the docking station so you can store your device on the wall and save space. You can even connect the charger to the wall mount, thanks to its ingenious system. This way, you’ll charge the device whenever you’re stowing it away.

Are the Dyson V8’s accessories compatible with the V10?

Yes, you can use the accessories of the V8 with the V10! You don't even need an adapter or anything like that.

How does a product stand out from the crowd these days?

It’s got to be intuitive and easy to use. Nobody wants to read hours of instruction manuals before they can get started.

When comparing the Dyson V8 vs the Dyson V10 Absolute, you’ll see that Dyson focused on that during development.

The handling is not the same, but it’s still user-friendly.

The Commissioning

As soon as you unpack it, you notice that Dyson UK has put some thought into it.

Plastic-free packaging ensures sustainability, and that’s why we’re giving it a plus regarding eco-friendliness.

After unpacking and charging, you can simply plug in the required attachments, and off you go. It’s pretty self-explanatory!

Soundcheck of the V8 vs V10

We measured a volume of 70 to 80 decibels for both devices. It’s quite tolerable, and you could compare it to the volume of a washing machine.

Who lasts longer?

The manufacturer managed to improve battery performance during development. Naturally, the runtime depends on the area of use and the attachment.

The battery lasts between 30 to 40 minutes in the medium level of the V10 or Level 1 of the V8 Absolute. But the V10 brings considerably more power to the table.

The battery performance of Dyson V8 vs V10 Absolute

The Manoeuvrability of the V8 and V10

Both cordless vacuums are very easy to manoeuvre thanks to the joint on the brushes.

In our opinion, the motor unit’s rearrangement makes using the device much more comfortable and improves the vacuum’s manoeuvrability. It feels like the weight is better distributed.

We revealed many advantages of Dyson’s cordless vacuums in this Dyson V8 vs Dyson V10 comparison.

Especially the user-friendliness was extraordinary.

The Dyson V8 is a premium vacuum, and the price is relatively low now.

It works great as a second device or as an addition to a robot hoover. No matter what your flat looks like, you’ll be able to clean it with the V8.

The V8 was on par with the V10 in almost all cleaning tests. It only reached its limits with coarse dirt on hard floors.

The accessories are almost the same. However, the electric brush of the V10 is better than the standard brush of the V8. The newer brush is an all-rounder that can you can use for any floor. The standard brush of the V8, on the other hand, has some difficulties on hard floors.

If your budget allows it and you're prepared to dig a little deeper into your pockets, we'd recommend the Dyson V10.

The V10 is one of the best cordless vacuums we’ve tested so far.

It scores with extremely powerful suction and the best cleaning performance.

They also improved the design of the V10 immensely compared to that of the V8. The emptying function is much more efficient. This is a huge advantage, especially for allergy sufferers.