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Dyson V12 Detect Slim vs Miele Triflex HX2 Pro/Cat & Dog

Which Vacuum Is Better?

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    Main Differences
    Debris Pickup
      Hard Floor PickupHigh-Pile Carpet PickupLow-Pile Carpet PickupPet Hair PickupPet Hair Furniture PerformanceCracks
    Design
      Build QualityIn The BoxStoringDirt Compartment SizeRuntimeBatteryUser MaintenanceRecurring CostQuality Of Life Features
    Mobility
      PortabilityManeuverabilityRange
    Air Quality
      Particle FiltrationAir Quality During Emptying
    Performance
      SuctionAirflowNoise
    Mopping Capabilities
      StainsWater
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Dyson V12 Detect Slim
Miele Triflex HX2 Pro/Cat & Dog

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Vacuum Type
Stick/Handheld
Bagless
Yes
Wet Compatible
No
Cordless
Yes
Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA)
No
Vacuum Type
Stick/Handheld
Bagless
Yes
Wet Compatible
No
Cordless
Yes
Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA)
Yes
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Our Verdict

Dyson V12 Detect Slim

Miele Triflex HX2 Pro/Cat & Dog

The Dyson V12 Detect Slim and the Miele Triflex HX2 Pro/Cat & Dog are fairly evenly matched cordless stick vacuums. The Dyson is lighter and easier to maneuver around obstacles and comes with a broader assortment of tools. Conversely, the Miele feels far more robust and has a slightly bigger dirt compartment. It also makes less noise while running.

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Variants

  • V12 Slim Motorhead (Nickel)
  • V12 Detect Slim Extra (Prussian Blue/Copper)
  • Triflex HX2 Sprinter (Cashmere Gray/Rose Gold)
  • Triflex HX2 Pro (Infinity Gray)

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Nickel
V12 Slim Motorhead
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Cashmere Gray/Rose Gold
Triflex HX2 Sprinter
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Prussian Blue/Copper
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Infinity Gray
Triflex HX2 Pro
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Yellow/Iron
V12 Detect Slim
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Lotus White/Rose Gold
Triflex HX2
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Yellow/Iron
V12 Detect Slim+
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Obsidian Black/Rose Gold
Triflex HX2 Cat & Dog
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V12 Detect Slim Origin
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Main Differences for
House

Threshold 

0.10

House 
 

7.1
7.7

Runtime 
 

6.4
8.3

Hard Floor Pickup 
 

8.0
6.0

Build Quality 
 

6.5
7.5

Full Comparison

Debris Pickup

Hard Floor Pickup 
 

8.0
6.0

Hard Floor Pickup video  

Hard Floor Pickup Post Test 
 

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Miele Triflex HX2 Pro/Cat & Dog Hard Floor Pickup Post Test

High-Pile Carpet Pickup 
 

6.0
5.0

High-Pile Carpet Pickup Video  

High-Pile Carpet Pickup Post Test 
 

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Miele Triflex HX2 Pro/Cat & Dog High-Pile Carpet Pickup Post Test

Low-Pile Carpet Pickup 
 

7.0
5.5

Low-Pile Carpet Pickup Video  

Low-Pile Carpet Pickup Post Test 
 

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Dyson V12 Detect Slim Low-Pile Carpet Pickup Post Test
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Miele Triflex HX2 Pro/Cat & Dog Low-Pile Carpet Pickup Post Test

Pet Hair Pickup 
 

7.0
7.5

Pet Hair Pickup Video  

Pet Hair Pickup Post Test 
 

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Miele Triflex HX2 Pro/Cat & Dog Pet Hair Pickup Post Test

Pet Hair Furniture Performance 
 

8.5
6.5

Sofa Pickup Video  

Sofa Pickup Post Test 
 

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Miele Triflex HX2 Pro/Cat & Dog Sofa Pickup Post Test

Cracks 
 

8.0
8.0

Cracks Video  

Wood Cracks Post Test 
 

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Miele Triflex HX2 Pro/Cat & Dog Wood Cracks Post Test
Design

Build Quality 
 

6.5
7.5

Build Quality Picture 
 

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Miele Triflex HX2 Pro/Cat & Dog Build Quality Picture

Vacuum Type 
 

Stick/Handheld
Stick/Handheld

In The Box 
 

In The Box Picture 
 

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Miele Triflex HX2 Pro/Cat & Dog In The Box Picture

Brushroll 
 

Yes
Yes

Brushroll On/Off 
 

No
No

Removable Brushroll 
 

Yes
Yes

Turbo Brush 
 

Yes
No

Crevice Tool 
 

Yes
Yes

Upholstery Tool 
 

Yes
Yes

Soft Bristle Brush 
 

Yes
Yes

Hard Bristle Brush 
 

No
No

Extension Wand 
 

Yes
Yes

Ceiling Fan Tool 
 

No
No

Pet Grooming Tool 
 

No
No

Storing 
 

8.8
8.8

Storing Picture 
 

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Dyson V12 Detect Slim Storing Picture
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Miele Triflex HX2 Pro/Cat & Dog Storing Picture

Height 
 

45.28" (115.0 cm)
46.26" (117.5 cm)

Width 
 

9.84" (25.0 cm)
11.02" (28.0 cm)

Depth 
 

13.98" (35.5 cm)
11.81" (30.0 cm)

Cord Storing 
 

Not Needed
Not Needed

On-Board Tool Storage 
 

Yes
Yes

Vacuum Rack/Station 
 

Yes
Yes

Dirt Compartment Size 
 

5.5
5.7

Dirt Compartment Picture 
 

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Miele Triflex HX2 Pro/Cat & Dog Dirt Compartment Picture

Bagless 
 

Yes
Yes

Volume 
 

0.04 gal (0.16 L)
0.05 gal (0.20 L)

Full Indicator 
 

Yes
Yes

Bag Included 
 

No Bag Needed
No Bag Needed

Runtime 
 

6.4
8.3

Minimum Runtime 
 

8.2 min
28 min

Maximum Runtime 
 

70 min
126 min

Battery 
 

7.5
8.1

Minimum Battery Life 
 

8.2 min
14 min

Maximum Battery Life 
 

70 min
63 min

Recharge Time 
 

131 min
183 min

Recharge Dock 
 

Yes
Yes

Battery Life Indicator 
 

Yes
Yes

Swappable Battery 
 

Yes
Yes

User-Serviceable Battery 
 

Yes
Yes

User Maintenance 
 

7.5
7.5

Maintenance Picture 
 

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Miele Triflex HX2 Pro/Cat & Dog Maintenance Picture

Brushroll Cleaning Video  

Recurring Cost 
 

10
8.0

Recurring Cost Picture 
 

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Dyson V12 Detect Slim Recurring Cost Picture
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Miele Triflex HX2 Pro/Cat & Dog Recurring Cost Picture

Bag Part Number  

No bag
No bag

Filter Part Number  

971517-01
HX FSF-2

HEPA Filter Part Number  

972126-02
HX FSF-2

Quality Of Life Features 
 

Picture Of Controls 
 

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Dyson V12 Detect Slim Picture Of Controls
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Miele Triflex HX2 Pro/Cat & Dog Picture Of Controls

Rotating Head 
 

Yes
Yes

Power Adjustment 
 

Yes
Yes

Self-Propelled 
 

No
No

Headlights 
 

Yes
Yes

Easy On/Off 
 

Yes
Yes

Head Surface Type Adjustment 
 

Manual
Only Automatic

Blower Mode 
 

No
Yes
Mobility

Portability 
 

8.3
8.2

Total Weight 
 

5.20 lbs (2.36 kg)
8.27 lbs (3.75 kg)

Weight In Hand 
 

3.09 lbs (1.40 kg)
2.01 lbs (0.91 kg)

Carrying Handle 
 

Yes
Yes

Maneuverability 
 

8.0
8.0

Maneuverability Video  

Alternative Configuration 
 

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Dyson V12 Detect Slim Alternative Configuration
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Miele Triflex HX2 Pro/Cat & Dog Alternative Configuration

Alternative Configuration Photo 2 
 

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Miele Triflex HX2 Pro/Cat & Dog Alternative Configuration Photo 2

Range 
 

10
10

Cordless 
 

Yes
Yes

Cord Length 
 

N/A
N/A

Hose Length 
 

N/A
N/A

Minimum Wand Length 
 

1.18 ft (0.36 m)
1.20 ft (0.37 m)

Maximum Wand Length 
 

3.22 ft (0.98 m)
3.33 ft (1.02 m)

Total Range 
 

N/A
N/A
Air Quality

Particle Filtration 
 

9.8
9.8

Operation Video  

Particle Filtration  

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Dyson V12 Detect Slim Particle Filtration
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Average PM10 Concentration 
 

0.3 μg/m³
0.4 μg/m³

Average PM2.5 Concentration 
 

0.3 μg/m³
0.3 μg/m³

Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA) 
 

No
Yes

Air Quality During Emptying 
 

4.0
6.5

Emptying Video  

Performance

Suction 
 

7.5
7.2

Suction Video  

Maximum Hose Suction 
 

72.1 inH₂O (17.96 kPa)
43.8 inH₂O (10.91 kPa)

Maximum Head Suction 
 

6.1 inH₂O (1.51 kPa)
4.2 inH₂O (1.05 kPa)

Normal Head Suction 
 

1.8 inH₂O (0.45 kPa)
2.9 inH₂O (0.72 kPa)

Setting Used For Normal  

"Auto", (Laser Slim Fluffy Head)
"Eco"

Hose Diameter 
 

1.3" (3.2 cm)
1.3" (3.2 cm)

Airflow 
 

7.3
7.1

Maximum Airflow Video  

Maximum Hose Airflow 
 

60.3 CFM (1.7 m³/min)
56.1 CFM (1.6 m³/min)

Noise 
 

8.4
8.9

Noise Video 
 

Bare Floor 
 

72.0 dBA
66.4 dBA

Low-Pile Carpet 
 

72.9 dBA
66.7 dBA
Mopping Capabilities

Stains 
 

3.0
3.0

Stain Video  

Stain Pickup Post Test 
 

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Dyson V12 Detect Slim Stain Pickup Post Test
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Miele Triflex HX2 Pro/Cat & Dog Stain Pickup Post Test

Water 
 

0.0
0.0

Water Video  

Water Pickup Post Test 
 

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Dyson V12 Detect Slim Water Pickup Post Test
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Miele Triflex HX2 Pro/Cat & Dog Water Pickup Post Test

Wet Compatible 
 

No
No

Check Price

Nickel
V12 Slim Motorhead
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Cashmere Gray/Rose Gold
Triflex HX2 Sprinter
SEE PRICE
Amazon.com
Prussian Blue/Copper
V12 Detect Slim Extra
SEARCH
Amazon.com
Infinity Gray
Triflex HX2 Pro
SEE PRICE
Amazon.com
Yellow/Iron
V12 Detect Slim
SEE PRICE
Dyson
Lotus White/Rose Gold
Triflex HX2
SEE PRICE
Amazon.com
Yellow/Iron
V12 Detect Slim+
SEE PRICE
Amazon.com
Obsidian Black/Rose Gold
Triflex HX2 Cat & Dog
SEE PRICE
Amazon.com
Yellow/Iron
V12 Detect Slim Origin
SEE PRICE
Amazon.com
 
Yellow/Nickel
V12 Detect Slim Absolute
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