
Dyson Gen5detect Cordless Vacuum, 280AW, 3 Power Modes, Up to 70 Minutes,² Illumination Reveals dust, HEPA Filtration, All Floor Types
$978.00
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Key Takeaways
- Type:Stick Vacuum Cleaner (Cordless)
- Price:$978.00
- Best For:Allergy sufferers, Multi-floor homes, Quick daily cleanups
- Features:HEPA Filtration, Cordless
- Status:In Stock
- Runtime:Up to 70 minutes
- Weight:7.6 lbs
The Dyson Gen5detect Cordless Vacuum is a stick vacuum cleaner from Dyson last listed at $978.00. It offers HEPA filtration, a 7.6 lb body, up to 70 minutes of runtime, and 280 air watts of suction. It is in stock now.
Dyson is a premium vacuum brand founded in 1991, headquartered in Singapore. Known for: Cyclonic separation, Bagless technology, Cordless vacuums.
Quick Specs
- Brand
- Dyson
- Type
- Stick
- Power Source
- Cordless
- Suction
- 280 AW
- Wattage
- 350 W
- Battery Life
- 70 min
- Capacity
- 0.76 L
- Noise Level
- 82 dB
- Weight
- 7.6 lbs
- Filter Type
- HEPA
About This Vacuum
Suction power reaches 280 air watts in the Dyson Gen5detect Cordless Vacuum, 280AW, 3 Power Modes, Up to 70 Minutes,² Illumination Reveals dust, HEPA Filtration, All Floor Types. This stick vacuum runs on a rechargeable battery and operates without a cord. The machine uses a digital motor to generate suction across carpet, hardwood, tile, and other flooring. A precisely angled light on the Fluffy Optic cleaner head shines along the floor. This beam makes fine particles visible that the eye would otherwise miss. An LCD screen shows in real time how much dust you're picking up, then gives a summary at the end of each clean. Three power settings let you adjust output based on the task. Battery life extends up to 70 minutes in the lowest mode. Higher settings reduce that figure, so heavy cleaning depletes the charge faster. The HEPA filtration system captures particles down to 0.1 microns and traps them inside the unit. This model suits homes with mixed floor types and households where allergens are a concern. The particle display helps confirm when an area is clean. It also works well for spot checks after meals or pet activity. Owners should note the weight. At 7.6 pounds, extended overhead cleaning can strain the arm. The 0.76-liter bin requires periodic emptying during larger jobs.
Frequently Asked Questions
For some, yes. It's 7.6 lb with much of that weight near the handle, so it feels top-heavy and can tire your arm, especially overhead. Others find it manageable for floor work. If you clean a lot of ceilings and curtains, the Gen5detect's balance is worth thinking about before buying.
It's split. The rating is up to 70 minutes in the lowest mode, and on Auto some get through a whole house, while larger homes can mean stopping to recharge partway. Boost drains the Gen5detect much faster, so save it for stubborn patches.
Yes. Suction is very strong, rated at 280 AW, and it pulls a lot of dirt out of carpets as well as hard floors. Three power modes let you trade suction for battery, and the LCD screen on the Gen5detect shows how much dust it's picking up in real time.
Fine dust you'd normally miss. The light on the Fluffy Optic head is angled along the floor so small particles become visible, and it does reveal dust that couldn't be seen before. It's useful for checking a kitchen floor after meals with the Gen5detect.
Slide to empty. The 0.76 liter bin clears easily, though pet hair can take a couple of slides to come out fully. It's small enough that bigger jobs with the Gen5detect mean emptying partway through, so keep the bin in mind before starting on a whole house.
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Quick Specs
- Brand
- Dyson
- Type
- Stick
- Power Source
- Cordless
- Suction
- 280 AW
- Wattage
- 350 W
- Battery Life
- 70 min
- Capacity
- 0.76 L
- Noise Level
- 82 dB
- Weight
- 7.6 lbs
- Filter Type
- HEPA
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