Cordless stick vacuum
Dyson V12 Detect Slim
The Dyson V12 Detect Slim is a light cordless stick vacuum that Dyson launched in 2021, mostly sold as the Absolute kit. It suits flats and smaller homes with mostly hard floors where low weight matters more than a big bin.
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Key specs
Suction150 AWStrong enough for hard floors and rugs, but below the V15 Detect.
Run timeUp to 60 minutes (eco mode)Enough for a whole flat on one charge; boost mode lasts much shorter.
Weight2.4 kgEasy to carry upstairs and to use above floor level.
Bin0.35 LFine for small homes, but needs frequent emptying in larger ones.
Dust sensingPiezo sensor and LCD screenCounts dust particles, adjusts suction and shows the remaining run time.
Battery and filterClick-in battery, 4 h charge, whole-machine HEPA filtrationA second battery doubles run time, and HEPA helps allergy sufferers.
What reviewers say
- Light and easy to handle
- Excellent cleaning on hard floors
- Light on the floor head shows fine dust
- Long run time on the lowest setting
- Small 0.35 L bin
- Less suction than the V15 Detect
- Short run time in boost mode
Summary of points commonly raised in professional reviews, written by Magelo. Specs are the manufacturer’s published figures.
Who it suits
Great for
- You live in a flat or a small house
- You have mostly hard floors
- You want a light Dyson that is easy to carry
Less suited for
- You have a large home with lots of carpet
- You want the strongest suction and a bigger bin
Questions and answers
What is the difference between the Dyson V12 Detect Slim and the V15 Detect?
The V15 Detect has more suction (240 AW against 150 AW) and a bigger bin (0.7 L against 0.35 L). The V12 is about 20 % lighter and cheaper.
Is the battery of the Dyson V12 Detect Slim removable?
Yes. It uses a click-in battery, so you can swap in a second battery to extend run time. A full charge takes about 4 hours.
Is the V12 Detect Slim the same as the V12s Detect Slim Submarine?
No. The V12s Submarine adds a wet cleaning head for mopping hard floors. The V12 Detect Slim is a dry vacuum only.