Head-to-Head Comparison · Premium vs. value cordless
Dyson V15 Detect vs Shark Stratos
Lab Winner Overall Pick: Shark Stratos Cordless (IZ862H)
Pickup results are within a point of each other. The Dyson is lighter and its laser head is genuinely useful; the Shark costs $300 less and has the better anti-tangle brush for pet hair.
Runner-Up Dyson
Dyson V15 Detect
240 AW, a laser that reveals dust and a piezo sensor that counts it — still the benchmark cordless.
9.3
Score Breakdown (5 metrics)
★ Lab Winner Shark
Shark Stratos Cordless (IZ862H)
Clean Sense IQ auto-power, DuoClean PowerFins and an odour neutraliser for pet homes on a budget.
8.5
Score Breakdown (5 metrics)
01 Direct Measurement
Spec-by-Spec Head-to-Head
Measured laboratory data and specifications compared across both models.
| Measurement / Spec | Dyson V15 Detect | Shark Stratos Winner |
|---|---|---|
| BVC Lab Rating | 9.3 / 10 ✓ | 8.5 / 10 |
| Lab Street Price | $649 | $349 ✓ |
| Maximum Suction | 240 AW | Not published |
| Continuous Runtime | 60 min | 60 min |
| Navigation System | Dust sensor | Dust sensor |
| Obstacle Avoidance | Piezo acoustic particle sensor | Clean Sense IQ infrared debris sensor |
| Automated Dock | None | None |
| Active Mopping | No | No |
| Dust Capacity | 770 ml | 700 ml |
| Noise @ 1m | 78 dB ✓ | 79 dB |
| Smart Home | None | None |
| Pet Hair Score | 4.9 / 5 ✓ | 4.7 / 5 |
| Hardwood Score | 5.0 / 5 ✓ | 4.6 / 5 |
| Carpet Score | 4.8 / 5 ✓ | 4.7 / 5 |
| Value Score | 3.6 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 ✓ |
02 The Arguments
The Case For & Against
Dyson V15 Detect
The Case For It
- Green laser makes invisible dust obvious on hard floors
- Auto-adjusts power based on particle count
- Anti-tangle hair screw tool for pet hair
The Case Against
- Heavy at the wrist for stair work
- Runtime drops to ~10 min in Boost
Shark Stratos
The Case For It
- Self-cleaning brushroll never needed scissors in a month of testing
- Odour cartridge really works in a litter-box room
- Bends flat to reach under furniture
The Case Against
- Heavier than Dyson
- Battery is slower to charge (4 h)