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Dyson Outsize Absolute+ Review

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Updated Dec 14, 2023 8:43 PM

True Score

91
91
3

Experts

93
436

Consumers

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The Dyson Outsize Absolute+ is an outstanding vacuum cleaner that reviewers praised because of its long runtime, large dirt bin, and wide range of tools. However, they were not impressed with how it cleaned high pile carpets and felt its build quality could’ve been better.

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Table of Contents

Product Snapshot

Overview

The Dyson Outsize Absolute+ vacuum cleaner is a premium pick that was first announced in 2021. The cordless stick vacuum has a huge 1.5-liter dirt compartment, which is larger than some of the top vacuum cleaners on the market.

It also has an impressive battery life, averaging almost 2 hours at its highest setting, and this is a lot longer than the Dyson Omni-Glide, which has a runtime of only 20 minutes.

The Absolute+ also ships with a wide variety of tools and is equipped with a washable HEPA filter to get rid of allergens. With a noise output of only 68.4 decibels, the Absolute+ is slightly more quiet compared to the Dyson V7 Animal, which has a noise rating of 70.5 decibels.

It ships with a wide range of cleaning attachments, including a hair screw tool, a crevice tool, a stubborn dirt brush, and a soft dusting brush.

Consensus

our Verdict

The Dyson Outsize Absolute+ had reviewers pretty happy about how well it could pick up 100% of large and small debris from bare floors and 87% of debris from low pile carpet.

Experts from Digital Trends were delighted with how long it lasted during their tests, as they could keep cleaning for up to two hours non-stop. They also liked that it had a large 1.5-liter dirt compartment.

Critics from Modern Castle were quite pleased that it included two cleaner heads that are used based on the type of surface being cleaned. They also liked that it had three cleaning modes and that it was not expensive to maintain since it comes with a washable HEPA filter.

Unfortunately, testers were disappointed by the Absolute+’s performance on high pile carpet. They also complained that its build quality was not as good as they expected.

ReasonS to Buy

  • Outstanding runtime
  • Large dirt bin
  • Has a HEPA filter
  • Low noise output
  • Includes many cleaning tools

Reason to Avoid

  • Not great for high pile carpets
  • Mediocre build quality

Dyson Outsize Absolute+ Review Specs

BaglessBaglessYes
Bin CapacityBin Capacity0.5 gal
Brush Roll Shut-OffBrush Roll Shut-OffNo
Carpet Height AdjustmentsCarpet Height AdjustmentsNo
Cleaning Path WidthCleaning Path Width12.3"
Compatible Floor TypeCompatible Floor TypeAll floors
Cord LengthCord LengthCordless
Corded/CordlessCorded/CordlessCordless
Filter TypeFilter TypeHEPA, Washable
PetPetYes
Product WeightProduct Weight7.8 lbs
Vacuum TypeVacuum TypeStick Vacuums
Wet And Dry UsageWet And Dry UsageNo

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Product Comparison

Dyson Outsize Absolute+ Review

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76

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Market Context

The Dyson Outsize Absolute+ vacuum cleaner is a premium pick that was first announced in 2021. The cordless stick vacuum has a huge 1.5-liter dirt…

The Dyson Outsize Absolute+ vacuum cleaner is a premium pick that was first announced in 2021. The cordless stick vacuum has a huge 1.5-liter dirt compartment, which is larger than some of the top vacuum cleaners on the market.

It also has an impressive battery life, averaging almost 2 hours at its highest setting, and this is a lot longer than the Dyson Omni-Glide, which has a runtime of only 20 minutes.

The Absolute+ also ships with a wide variety of tools and is equipped with a washable HEPA filter to get rid of allergens. With a noise output of only 68.4 decibels, the Absolute+ is slightly more quiet compared to the Dyson V7 Animal, which has a noise rating of 70.5 decibels.

It ships with a wide range of cleaning attachments, including a hair screw tool, a crevice tool, a stubborn dirt brush, and a soft dusting brush.

The Dyson Outsize Absolute+ features a larger 1.52-liter dirt compartment compared to the Dyson V15 Detect, which has a dirt compartment that can hold up…

The Dyson Outsize Absolute+ features a larger 1.52-liter dirt compartment compared to the Dyson V15 Detect, which has a dirt compartment that can hold up to 0.45 liters of debris. The Absolute+ also has a longer 152-minute run time compared to the V15, which only lasts up to 75 minutes. However, weighing 6.46 pounds, the V15 is much easier to move around compared to the Absolute+, which weighs 8.16 pounds.

The Dyson Outsize Absolute+ has a longer 152-minute battery life compared to the Dyson V11 Animal, which can keep going for up to 76 minutes….

The Dyson Outsize Absolute+ has a longer 152-minute battery life compared to the Dyson V11 Animal, which can keep going for up to 76 minutes. The Absolute+ also has a higher suction force of 1.77kPa than the V11’s 1.47kPa and a larger 1.52-liter dirt compartment than the V11’s 0.45-liter dirt bin.

The Dyson Outsize Absolute+ has an anti-allergen HEPA filter, while the Black+Decker dustbuster AdvancedClean+ Pet does not. Also, the Absolute+ has a larger 1.52-liter dirt…

The Dyson Outsize Absolute+ has an anti-allergen HEPA filter, while the Black+Decker dustbuster AdvancedClean+ Pet does not. Also, the Absolute+ has a larger 1.52-liter dirt compartment compared to the Black+Decker’s 0.7-liter dirt bin capacity.

Bagless

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Bin Capacity

0.5 gal

0.2 gal

0.2 gal

0.18 gal

Brush Roll Shut-Off

No

No

Unknown

Unknown

Carpet Height Adjustments

No

Yes

Unknown

Unknown

Cleaning Path Width

12.3"

10"

9.8"

4.25"

Compatible Floor Type

All floors

All floors

All floors

All floors

Cord Length

Cordless

Cordless

n/a

Unknown

Corded/Cordless

Cordless

Cordless

Cordless

Cordless

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Expert Score

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True Score

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Expert Scores

  • Modern Castle
    95.1

    Category Trust Rating

    98
    The Dyson Outsize Absolute+ is a cordless vacuum cleaner designed to be bigger, more powerful,… Read More

    By:

    Derek Hales
  • Digital Trends
    65.1

    Category Trust Rating

    90
    “No bottom line found for this product” Read More

    By:

    Erin Lawrence
  • Consumer Reports
    45.6

    Category Trust Rating

    NR
    This cordless Dyson stick vacuum has two replaceable 25.2 Li-ion batteries and two chargers. It… Read More

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    Unknown