VERDICT The V12 is like going back to the lightweight V7 but with all the features of a V15. Dyson has managed to create a light cordless vacuum with decent run times, anti-tangle technology, two specialize brushrolls, an LCD control panel, a click-in battery, and more.

Combining the vaunted dust detection and cleaning power of their V12 Detect Slim with their new powered roller mop attachment, the Dyson V12s Detect Slim Submarine is an innovative design ideal for Asian homes where users typically have hard floors that need both mopping and vacuuming in equal...

The V12 Detect is Dyson’s answer to all the issues raised by their customers about the V15 Detect – its heavy frame, tiring-to-use trigger switch, and high cost. It’s a middle-ground option between the Dyson Micro 1.5KG and the V15 Detect for those who want something that still performs without...

The Dyson V12 is very good for bare floors. It does a fantastic job of clearing away pet hair and small and bulky debris on this kind of surface when used with its soft-roller Laser Slim floorhead. It also weighs very little, making it easy to maneuver in cluttered areas.

There’s no doubt that the comfort and ease the V12 Detect Slim offers is rather unmatched. The laser detection system adds more value to it than other Dyson vacuum cleaners in the market. For most moderately big homes, this is a really good vacuum cleaner that does its job impressively.

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One nagging issue with the V15 Detect for all its cleaning performance is its massive frame and weight, hampering its ergonomics above floors and carpet. Dyson aims to fix this issue with this model, the V12 Detect.

The Dyson V12 Detect Slim might have a smaller dustbin and less power than the V15 Detect, but that’s also what makes it more affordable than its laser-lit sibling. Even with that lower suction, the V12 Detect Slim can more than hold its own, and the notably cheaper price may help suck you in…

The Dyson V12 Detect Slim is a top-of-the-line product that comes with powerful suction. It is a great vacuum cleaner for pet hair if you’re looking for an upgrade. The key features that make it stand out are the slim build, lightweight design, and small bin size.

This compact, cordless vacuum is expensive—but it’s a dust-buster you’ll want to use over and over again.