
The Dyson V8 cordless vacuum cleaner is engineered with the power, versatility, tools and run time to clean homes with pets. Dyson’s de-tangling Motorbar cleaner head deep cleans carpets and hard floors with hair removal vanes that clear long hair and pet hair from the brush bar. The innovative Hair screw tool with a conical brush bar is perfect for cleaning upholstery and pet beds. The Dyson V8 has advanced, whole-machine filtration that captures pet allergens and fine dust, expelling cleaner air. Thanks to the cordless format, it also transforms into a handheld vacuum with one click so you can clean up high, down low and everywhere in-between. Comes with a 2-year warranty and lifetime Dyson support.
Q: Is the dyson v8 animal safe on hardwood floors
A: It is "safe" for hardwood floors, but the roller wheels wear out quickly and begin marking the floor. The marks come out, but not easily. I had to replace the wheels after 6 months and I about to replace them again. Not very well designed.
A: When using the brush cycle, it seems to throw everything back. I'm sure it picks up some, but looks like it needs a back stop of some kind. So no, I don't think it's very good at cat litter.
A: Hi Mike, this is Krystal with Dyson. Thank you for your interest in the Dyson V8. Both the Animal and Absolute are the same models, the main difference besides color is the tool attachments. The Absolute comes with an additional cleaner head designed for bare floors. If you have all hardwood flooring, the Absolute sounds like the better option. Both also come with a mini motorized tool for use on upholstery. Best Wishes, Krystal Dyson Customer Service
A: Hello there, this is Kelly with Dyson. Your Dyson V8 Animal will have two filters; one that sits inside of your cyclone, and the post-motor HEPA filter. You will want to be sure to wash these once a month, and with proper maintenance, you shouldn't ever need to replace them. Most authorized Dyson retailers should carry spare filers; if they do not you may purchase them direct from Dyson. Best wishes, Kelly Dyson Customer Support
Q: Can you tell me what is the box dimension or packaging of this Dyson V8 when you ship? Thank you
A: The box is 29” x 10.5” x 6”
Q: Does the docking station need to be wall mounted?
A: The docking station yes. But you can plug in the vacuum without the docking station
Q: How many tools come with the $399.99 (on sale from 499) come with?
A: Four tools come with the Dyson V8 Cordless Animal Stick. (1) small furniture power head attachment, (1) Angled Brush attachment, (1); (1) Crevice tool; and (1) Combination Brush/Crevice tool. See photo attached. Hope this helps you.
A: It’s great with a longer battery life than the V6. And great for animal hair and Easy to empty. I Vacuum the whole house with carpet and get all pet hair up.
Customers are enthusiastic about the V8 Cordless Vacuum, highlighting its strong suction power, overall performance, and ease of use. Many appreciate its lightweight design and cordless feature. However, some customers have expressed concerns about the battery life and its performance on carpets.
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The Dyson V8 cordless vacuum cleaner is engineered with the power, versatility, tools and run time to clean homes with pets. Dyson’s de-tangling Motorbar cleaner head deep cleans carpets and hard floors with hair removal vanes that clear long hair and pet hair from the brush bar. The innovative Hair screw tool with a conical brush bar is perfect for cleaning upholstery and pet beds. The Dyson V8 has advanced, whole-machine filtration that captures pet allergens and fine dust, expelling cleaner air. Thanks to the cordless format, it also transforms into a handheld vacuum with one click so you can clean up high, down low and everywhere in-between. Comes with a 2-year warranty and lifetime Dyson support.

The Dyson V11 Plus cordless vacuum is engineered with the power, versatility, and run time to deep clean homes with pets. An LCD screen displays the run time countdown to the second, as well as the power mode and maintenance alerts. Dyson’s de-tangling Motorbar cleaner head deep cleans carpets and hard floors. With hair removal vanes that clear long hair and pet hair from the brush bar as you clean. The innovative Hair screw tool with a conical brush bar is perfect for cleaning upholstery and pet beds. The Dyson V11 Plus has advanced, whole-machine filtration that captures fine dust and expels cleaner air. Its versatile cordless format transforms into a handheld vacuum with one click so you can clean up high, down low, and everywhere in between with three cleaning modes for the right power where you need it. Comes with a 2-year warranty and lifetime Dyson support.

The Dyson V15 Detect Extra is engineered with the power, intelligence, versatility, and run time to deep clean your whole home. Dyson illumination reveals invisible dust on hard floors. A piezo sensor intelligently optimizes power and run time based on the debris picked up, reporting it all on the LCD screen.³ The de-tangling Digital Motorbar cleaner head deep cleans carpets and hard floors without tangles and adapts suction power to floor type. Its versatile cordless format transforms into a handled vacuum with one click so you can clean up high, down low, and everywhere in between. Comes with a 2-year warranty and lifetime Dyson support.

The Shark Pet Cordless Stick Vacuum combines deep-cleaning suction with cordless convenience. Powerful suction delivers deep cleaning on both hard floors and carpets while the vacuum's lightweight design and removable handheld vac allow for cleaning from floor to ceiling. For added convenience, the XL dust cup features CleanTouch technology for hands-off debris disposal.
| Pros for Dyson - V8 Cordless Vacuum with 6 accessories - Silver/Nickel | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Suction Power, Ease of use, Weight, Overall Performance, Cordless | There were no pros for this product— | Suction Power, Overall Performance, Battery Life, Ease of use, Weight | Ease of use, Weight, Battery Life, Overall Performance, Suction |
| Cons for Dyson - V8 Cordless Vacuum with 6 accessories - Silver/Nickel | |||
| Price, Carpet Cleaning, Battery Life, Dustbin Size | There were no cons for this product— | Price, Size, Trigger, Clogging, Noise Level | Carpet Cleaning, Price, Stand |