Dyson Outsize vs Gen5detect

Which Vacuum Is Better?

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Dyson Outsize
Dyson Gen5detect

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Our Verdict

Dyson Outsize

Dyson Gen5detect

The Dyson Gen5detect is better than the Dyson Outsize. The Gen5Detect is smaller and more maneuverable, especially when using the vacuum in its handheld configuration. The Gen5Detect also comes bundled with newer iterations of both their multi-surface and soft-roller floorheads—the former has built-in vanes to trap hair, while the latter has an integrated light to help see fine debris on hard floors. The Gen5Detect also features a particle detection system, which can be handy for monitoring allergen quantities inside your home. Conversely, the Outsize has a higher-capacity dustbin and comes bundled with a pair of batteries to extend its overall runtime.

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Variants

  • Outsize Absolute+ (Gold)
  • Outsize Absolute (Gold)
  • Gen5detect (Iron/Purple)
  • Gen5detect Absolute (Prussian blue/Copper)

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Gold
Outsize Absolute+
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Iron/Purple
Gen5detect
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Gold
Outsize Absolute
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Prussian blue/Copper
Gen5detect Absolute
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Iron/Red
Outsize+
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Nickel
Outsize
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Nickel
Outsize Extra
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Nickel/Red
Outsize Total Clean
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Nickel/Red
Outsize Origin
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Main Differences for
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Design

Build Quality 
 

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Build Quality Picture 
 

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Vacuum Type 
 

Locked
Locked
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User Maintenance 
 

N/A
N/A

Maintenance Picture 
 

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Brushroll Cleaning Video  

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Recurring Cost 
 

N/A
N/A

Recurring Cost Picture 
 

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Bag Part Number  

Locked
Locked

Filter Part Number  

Locked
Locked

HEPA Filter Part Number  

Locked
Locked
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Storing 
 

N/A
N/A

Storing Picture 
 

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Height 
 

Lock" (Lock cm)
Lock" (Lock cm)

Width 
 

Lock" (Lock cm)
Lock" (Lock cm)

Depth 
 

Lock" (Lock cm)
Lock" (Lock cm)

Cord Storing 
 

Locked
Locked

On-Board Tool Storage 
 

Locked
Locked

Vacuum Rack/Station 
 

Locked
Locked
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Dirt Compartment 
 

N/A
N/A

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Bagless 
 

Locked
Locked

Volume 
 

Lock gal (Lock L)
Lock gal (Lock L)

Full Indicator 
 

Locked
Locked

Bag Included 
 

Locked
Locked
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In The Box 
 

In The Box Picture 
 

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Range 
 

N/A
N/A

Cordless 
 

Locked
Locked

Cord Length 
 

N/A
N/A

Hose Length 
 

N/A
N/A

Minimum Wand Length 
 

Lock ft (Lock m)
Lock ft (Lock m)

Maximum Wand Length 
 

Lock ft (Lock m)
Lock ft (Lock m)

Total Range 
 

N/A
N/A
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Portability 
 

N/A
N/A

Total Weight 
 

Lock lbs (Lock kg)
Lock lbs (Lock kg)

Weight In Hand 
 

Lock lbs (Lock kg)
Lock lbs (Lock kg)

Carrying handle 
 

Locked
Locked
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Battery 
 

N/A
N/A

Minimum Battery Life 
 

Lock min
Lock min

Maximum Battery Life 
 

Lock min
Lock min

Recharge Time 
 

Lock min
Lock min

Recharge Dock 
 

Locked
Locked

Battery Life Indicator 
 

Locked
Locked

Removable Batteries 
 

Locked
Locked
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Quality Of Life Features 
 

Picture Of Controls 
 

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Rotating Head 
 

Locked
Locked

Power Adjustment 
 

Locked
Locked

Self-Propelled 
 

Locked
Locked

Headlights 
 

Locked
Locked

Easy On/Off 
 

Locked
Locked

Head Surface Type Adjustment 
 

Locked
Locked
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Tools And Brushes 
 

Tools And Brush Picture 
 

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Brushroll 
 

Locked
Locked

Brushroll On/Off 
 

Locked
Locked

Removable Brushroll 
 

Locked
Locked

Turbo Brush 
 

Locked
Locked

Crevice Tool 
 

Locked
Locked

Upholstery Tool 
 

Locked
Locked

Soft Bristle Brush 
 

Locked
Locked

Hard Bristle Brush 
 

Locked
Locked

Extension Wand 
 

Locked
Locked

Ceiling Fan Tool 
 

Locked
Locked

Pet Grooming Tool 
 

Locked
Locked
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Alternative Configuration 
 

Alternative Configuration Photo 1 
 

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Alternative Configuration Photo 2 
 

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Blower Mode 
 

Locked
Locked
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Performance

Hard Floor Pickup 
 

N/A
N/A

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Hard Floor Pickup Post Test 
 

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High-Pile Carpet Pickup 
 

N/A
N/A

High-Pile Carpet Pickup Video  

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Low-Pile Carpet Pickup 
 

N/A
N/A

Low-Pile Carpet Pickup Video  

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Low-Pile Carpet Pickup Post Test 
 

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Pet Hair Pickup 
 

N/A
N/A

Pet Hair Pickup Video  

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Pet Hair Pickup Post Test 
 

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Suction 
 

N/A
N/A

Suction Video  

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Maximum Hose Suction 
 

Lock inH₂O (Lock kPa)
Lock inH₂O (Lock kPa)

Maximum Head Suction 
 

Lock inH₂O (Lock kPa)
Lock inH₂O (Lock kPa)

Normal Head Suction 
 

Lock inH₂O (Lock kPa)
Lock inH₂O (Lock kPa)

Setting Used For Normal  

Locked
Locked

Hose Diameter 
 

Lock" (Lock cm)
Lock" (Lock cm)
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Airflow 
 

N/A
N/A

Maximum Airflow Video  

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Maximum Hose Airflow 
 

Lock CFM (Lock m³/min)
Lock CFM (Lock m³/min)
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Noise 
 

N/A
N/A

Noise Video 
 

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Bare Floor 
 

Lock dBA
Lock dBA

Low-Pile Carpet 
 

Lock dBA
Lock dBA
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Maneuverability 
 

N/A
N/A

Maneuverability Video  

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Pet Hair Furniture Performance 
 

N/A
N/A

Sofa Pickup Video  

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Sofa Pickup Post Test 
 

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Air Quality 
 

Sealing Quality Video  

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Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA) 
 

Locked
Locked
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Cracks 
 

N/A
N/A

Cracks Video  

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Wood Cracks Post Test 
 

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Stains 
 

N/A
N/A

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Stain Pickup Post Test 
 

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Water 
 

N/A
N/A

Wet Compatible 
 

Locked
Locked

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Water Pickup Post Test 
 

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Gold
Outsize Absolute+
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Iron/Purple
Gen5detect
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Gold
Outsize Absolute
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Prussian blue/Copper
Gen5detect Absolute
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Iron/Red
Outsize+
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Nickel
Outsize
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Nickel
Outsize Extra
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Nickel/Red
Outsize Total Clean
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Nickel/Red
Outsize Origin
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