Dyson · Updated June 2026
Dyson V12 Detect Slim: price, specs & release date
Dyson V12 Detect Slim, released 2022. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: vacuumwars.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Dyson V12 Detect Slim is listed at $619.99 on vacuumwars.com as of 2026-06-27, #7 cheapest of 14 cordless vacuums (median $635); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 26/100 pay-blind standing, #17 of 23 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
- Best for Excellent on hard floors with strong dust and debris pickup; Green laser reveals hidden dust the eye would miss.
- Skip if Tiny 0.35L bin only suits a one-bedroom home; fills fast is a dealbreaker.
Is the Dyson V12 Detect Slim a good buy?
At $620, the Dyson V12 Detect Slim is #7 cheapest of the 14 cordless vacuums we track, where the median is $635. On the spec sheet, its dustbin of 0.44 L is below the median of the 17, its weight of 5.2 lb is above the median of the 18, and its release of 2022 is below the median of the 15.
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One independent lab measured this product across 1 physical metric — battery. These numbers rest on a single hands-on source so far; 1 other outlet has it on record by mention only.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Dyson V12 Detect Slim
Two whitelisted testers rate the V12 Detect Slim a strong, lightweight stick vac that excels on hard floors, with a laser that reveals hidden dust. Main gripe: its tiny 0.35L bin suits only small homes. TechRadar measured runtimes hands-on; Tom's Guide gave a months-long hands-on impression.
Based on 2 reviews · 1 lab-tested · 2023-01-15–2025-04-28
Tested by TechRadar, Tom's Guide
Consistently praised
- Excellent on hard floors with strong dust and debris pickup · 2 sources
- Green laser reveals hidden dust the eye would miss · 2 sources
- Lightweight, slim and easy to maneuver · 2 sources
- Anti-tangle hair tool handles hair without wrapping the brush bar · 2 sources
- One-press power button reduces wrist/hand fatigue vs a trigger
Commonly flagged
- Tiny 0.35L bin only suits a one-bedroom home; fills fast
- Less suction than the V15 Detect (11 vs 14 cyclones); not the most powerful Dyson
- Emptying not hygienic — hair and fluff must be pulled out by hand
Where reviewers disagree The two sources conflict on emptying and clogging: TechRadar found the small bin un-hygienic and prone to hair sticking when emptied, whereas Tom's Guide found the vac 'almost immune' to clogging and emptiable 'without touching any grubby parts.'
The sources (2)
Runtime, High Torque head on Eco mode (tester-measured): ~46 min · Runtime, Auto mode (tester-measured, max): 40 min · Runtime, Boost mode with Laser Slim Fluffy (tester-measured): ~20 min
On hard floors, though, it's an excellent cleaner, working impeccably with both of the supplied floorheads, even on the lowest suction mode.
This power button, in my opinion, is a wonderful change as it removes the issue of wrist/hand pain – press once to turn on, press again to turn off.
The V12 comes with a 0.35L bin – the same one used in the Omni-Glide. That's really very small for a cordless bin; on test I found it was just enough for a one-bedroom apartment.
Not only is it obviously slimmer and lighter than my Vax, it's a heck of a lot quieter, yet also — from my experience — a lot better at sucking up dust and debris than the Vax.
But my favorite part is the green laser light that illuminates any dust on the floor that I might normally miss when doing a quick round with my basic Vax.
you do have to peer quite closely at the display though.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $619.99 US MSRP $619.99 confirmed by vacuumwars.com (June 16, 2026 check) and best-dyson summary page. |
|---|---|
| Brand | Dyson |
| Released | 2022 |
| Suction (Pa) | — |
| Runtime min | 60 |
| Dustbin (L) | 0.44 |
| Weight (lb) | 5.2 |
| Self empty | No |
| Display | LCD |
| Filtration | Sealed HEPA |
Source: vacuumwars.com (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by vacuumwars.com. vacuumwars.com V12 Detect Slim review (accessed 2026-06-15) states: 150 AW suction, 60 min official runtime, 440ml (0.44L) dustbin, 5.2 lbs total weight (handle 1480g/3.2 lbs per best-dyson summary), whole-machine sealed HEPA filtration, LCD display with laser particle counter. No self-empty. Pa not published by Dyson for this model; AW figure used by reviewer. Price $619.99 from review and summary page. Release 2022 confirmed by review.
Is the Dyson V12 Detect Slim worth it vs cheaper cordless vacuums?
Dyson V12 Detect Slim against its closest cheaper and pricier cordless vacuums on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 14 ranked
| Product | Price | Runtime min | Dustbin (L) | Weight (lb) | Self empty | Display |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dyson V12 Detect Slim this | $619.99 | 60 | 0.44 | 5.2 | No | LCD |
| Shark PowerDetect Clean & Empty System | $429.95 | 70 | 0.7 | 4 | Yes | LED |
| Dyson V15 Detect | $649.99 | 68 | 0.88 | 6.8 | No | LCD |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Dyson V12 Detect Slim?
Two whitelisted testers rate the V12 Detect Slim a strong, lightweight stick vac that excels on hard floors, with a laser that reveals hidden dust. Main gripe: its tiny 0.35L bin suits only small homes. TechRadar measured runtimes hands-on; Tom's Guide gave a months-long hands-on impression. Praised: Excellent on hard floors with strong dust and debris pickup; Green laser reveals hidden dust the eye would miss; Lightweight, slim and easy to maneuver; Anti-tangle hair tool handles hair without wrapping the brush bar; One-press power button reduces wrist/hand fatigue vs a trigger. Flagged: Tiny 0.35L bin only suits a one-bedroom home; fills fast; Less suction than the V15 Detect (11 vs 14 cyclones); not the most powerful Dyson; Emptying not hygienic — hair and fluff must be pulled out by hand. (From 2 tester reviews, 1 lab-tested.)
How much does the Dyson V12 Detect Slim cost?
The Dyson V12 Detect Slim has a US price of $619.99 (US MSRP $619.99 confirmed by vacuumwars.com (June 16, 2026 check) and best-dyson summary page.), as of 2026-06-15.
How does the Dyson V12 Detect Slim compare on price?
At $620, the Dyson V12 Detect Slim is #7 cheapest of the 14 cordless vacuums we track, where the median is $635.
When was the Dyson V12 Detect Slim released?
The Dyson V12 Detect Slim was released 2022.
What are the Dyson V12 Detect Slim's key specs?
Dyson V12 Detect Slim (Dyson): runtime min 60, dustbin l 0.44, weight lb 5.2, self empty No, display LCD. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.
Price of record: $619.99 at vacuumwars.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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