Written and Tested by Jonathan Chan The Dyson V11 Torque Drive(available at Dyson for $699.99) is the first Dyson cordless vacuum we’ve…
Written and Tested by Jonathan Chan
The Dyson V11 Torque Drive(available at Dyson for $699.99) is the first Dyson cordless vacuum we’ve tested to that can truly stand toe-to-toe with its corded vacuum cousins. While past attempts have required too many attachments to deal with the challenges of whole-house cleaning, this time around Dyson trimmed down and delivered a versatile, easy-to-use solution.
The V11 is smarter and more efficient than its predecessors. The suction power automatically adjusts based on floor type—more power for carpets and less for smooth surfaces—and the remaining battery life is displayed on an LCD screen that faces the user. No more nasty surprises when the battery dies halfway through your living room.
When you’re paying top dollar, you expect attention to detail. The V11 Torque Drive does not disappoint in this regard. If you own the previous model, V10 Absolute, you’ll find the two models to be about the same dimensions, but you will notice that the newer model is about a pound heavier–tipping the scales at 6.68 pounds.
The V10 (in front) and V11 are near the same size, but the V11 is a pound heavier and has automatically adjusting suction.
The added weight comes with an improved interface. You’re probably not used to the idea of a vacuum having an LCD screen, but it’s totally a plus. The screen tells you down to the second how much cleaning time you have left. When the V11 is fully charged, it turns out to be a lot. On its lowest settings, it can run for about an hour, which is perfect for maintaining your home between deeper cleanings. For the big jobs like embedded dirt, the V11 can sustain the Boost mode for about 9 minutes and 30 seconds.
