Wirecutter's top cordless stick vacuum pick for its nimble handling, laser debris detection, and reliable cleaning across floor types. It's the sweet spot between power and portability in the Dyson lineup.
The V12 Detect Slim is the Dyson to get if the V15 feels like overkill — it's lighter, easier to maneuver, and still cleans better than most of the competition.
“Of all the models we've tested, the nimble, powerful, and reliable Dyson V12 Detect Slim comes the closest to being the ideal cordless stick vacuum.”
