WIRED’s 2026 guide ranks Dyson’s Gen5Detect as its best overall cordless vacuum after comparative home testing, with the V16 Piston Animal and V10 Konical also highlighted for power and value. The recommendations matter because Dyson’s expanding range and frequent discounts can make choosing between models difficult.

– Gen5Detect: best overall and for pet hair; 262 air watts, a HEPA filter, carpet and hard-floor heads, and a brighter dust-detecting laser.
– V16 Piston Animal: identified as the runner-up and a powerful option with many accessories.
– V10 Konical: recommended as the best-value choice at about $500 despite lower stated power.
– V15 Detect: remains a strong older model following the latest testing.
– Testing included Cheerios on carpet, cat litter on hard floors, sand on rugs, and whole-home use across three storeys.