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The V11 was released in 2019 and is a successor to the earlier Cyclone V10.

you’re free to read more in our fullDyson V11 review.

Dyson V11 and Dyson V12 Detect Slim

Emptying the bin on the Dyson V12 (left) and V11 (right)

It’s also older and therefore cheaper.

There’s also the V12 Detect Slim Extra, which has been discontinued.

Both models have the same Dyson Hyperdymium motor, which spins at up to 125,000rpm.

Emptying the bin on the Dyson V12 (left) and V11 (right)

Emptying the bin on the Dyson V12 (left) and V11 (right)

We found suction to be excellent in both models.

The V11 gives you over double that capacity.

So overall, as the name suggests, the V12 Detect Slim is the thinner and lighter model.

Dyson V11 display

Dyson V11 display(Image credit: Dyson)

Dyson V11 vs V12 specs

Should you buy the Dyson V11 or V12?

The V12 is also smaller and lighter than the V11.

Dyson V12 Detect Slim display

Dyson V12 Detect Slim display(Image credit: Dyson)

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Dyson V12 Detect Slim cleaning a hard floor

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