First and foremost, what sets the Dyson V8 apart is how easy it is to maneuver around the house. No matter which of the five included attachments you're using—or if you convert it to a handheld vac—it’s designed to take the arm-work out of scouring under cabinets or trying to reach cobwebs near the ceiling. This is thanks to its cordless, bagless, slim stick design and low-profile cleaner head (plus the fact that it clocks in at under 6 pounds). On top of that, it lasts up to 40 minutes per charge with at least seven minutes of max power, which uses higher suction for spots that need extra work. Still, buyers say you may not even use it since the general suction power is so good. (See the video above if you need convincing.)
Take it from one Amazon reviewer, who says the vac is so good, they’ve become OCD with their cleaning routine: "So easy to use for quick cleanups—lightweight—and [offers heavy-duty suction on] large throw rugs. It also does not hurt my neck/shoulder as I had surgery twice and vacuuming was a struggle… battery lasts enough for 900 square foot hardwood floors on a low setting, plus one carpeted room on high.” It’s also worth mentioning that two other reviewers both commented on how it's the ideal vac for keeping up with pet hair: “My German Shepard/Border Collie mix is shedding a lot right now and I have been trying to find a vacuum [that could keep up with her]…This arrived yesterday and handled the dog hair like a pro.” Not to mention that this reviewer also notes how quiet it runs: “It’s the first vacuum I have ever owned that I could listen to music while cleaning and actually hear it.”
