Cheapest Dysons 2024: Jump Menu
1. The list in brief ↴
2. Best value: Dyson V8
3. Cheapest upfront: Dyson Omni-glide
4. Cheapest upright: Dyson Ball Animal 2
5. Cheapest cordless: Dyson V10
6. Cheapest and latest: Dyson V11
7. Cheapest for pet hair: Dyson Ball Animal 3
8. Dyson alternatives
9. How to choose
10. How we test
11. Dyson FAQs
Dyson vacuums have dominated the vacuum market for decades. Their innovative design, sleek features and exceptional suction power make them more than worthy of the top spot. However, the price tag on their latest and greatest models won't give you much change out of $700.
Our team of vacuum experts have tested plenty of Dysons over the years to get the inside information. Some of Dyson's older and more unusual models can do more than they'll advertise. Opting for a older choice could halve how much money you spend and you'll still have one of the best vacuums on the market in your home.
As well as being among the best cordless vacuums or the best upright, these are the cheapest Dysons on the market. They've been tested for style and suction and given the seal of approval by our experts.
So, if you want the 'I own a Dyson' feeling without the 'I own a Dyson' hole in your wallet, you're in the right place. These are the cheapest Dysons on the market.
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The quick list
All the Dysons that we've included are very different from each other. If you're in a hurry and you just want the headlines, here's a quick guide to the cheapest Dysons. There's more detailed information below.
Best value Dyson overall
This might be an older model, but it's still a Dyson. It performs like one and has all the ergonomics, suction power, and unique design features that we love.
Cheapest upfront Dyson
A miniature Dyson, the Omni-glide is designed for small messes and clear ups on hard floors. We've tested it on a range of floor types and it's brilliant.
Cheapest upright Dyson
A classic design, this upright vacuum is excellent on fur and dander. If you have pets or carpets throughout your home, you'll love this. It's better than newer models too.
Cheapest cordless Dyson
For convenient, cord-free cleaning across a range of floor types, we love the Dyson V10. It's one of the best value Dysons on the market, according to our experts.
Cheapest and latest Dyson
There are newer Dysons on the market, but this is the tipping point for price. It's old enough to be a cheap Dyson vacuum, but new enough to have their best features.
Cheapest Dyson for pet hair
This easy-to-use, traditional vacuum is flawless across carpets in particular. If you have pets, this will pick up every hair, so that your home feels sparkling clean.
The cheapest Dysons 2024
The best value Dyson overall
Buy it if
✅ You want a Dyson vacuum without the price: this is the best balance of price and performance
✅ You need suction power: this passed all our tests
✅ You have a range of floor types: this is brilliant on all of them
Don't buy it if:
❌ You need long battery life: this will run for a maximum of 40 minutes
❌ You want the latest features: there's no LED screen or dust sensors
❌ You have pets: hair wraps around the brushroll
The bottom line
🔎 Dyson V8 Animal: as an older model, Dyson's V8 less than $400 and it still boasts exceptional suction power across a range of floortypes.
The V8 was launched in 2016 and, whilst it lacks the LED screen and smart sensor's of Dyson's latest models, it also doesn't have their price tags. As it stands, the V8 is less than $400 and the latest Dysons cost more than $700. During sales periods, you can find these for under $300.
Our experts used the V8 in their homes, testing it on the toughest dirt, dust, and debris. After rigorous tests, this was still close to faultless. The suction power across hard wood, linoleum, and carpet floors was incredible. Satisfyingly (and horrifyingly) we filled the dustbin cleaning a single carpet.
Newer models might feel more powerful and deliver more smart information about your cleaning, but if you don't care about that, you won't notice the difference. It's also lightweight, easy to hold, and can be used to clean the car, sofa, and ceiling. Even better, when sales periods roll around, this is often discounted.
Before leaping into this vacuum deal, it's worth knowing that this has a 40 minute run time and that's a maximum. The runtime is especially poor on max, lasting up to 7 minutes. That's not enough to clean an apartment, let alone a house. If you live in a large home, you might be better with a corded option.
Read more: Dyson V8 Animal review.
| Attributes | Notes | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Versatility | Excellent on all floor types | ★★★★★ |
| Thoroughness | Only struggled with lots of hair | ★★★★ |
| Ease of use | Lightweight and easy to use | ★★★★ |
| Value | Great value for a Dyson | ★★★★ |
The cheapest Dyson for upfront cost
Buy it if
✅ You have hard floors: this is designed for wood and vinyl floors
✅ You want a quick mess cleaner: this is perfect for having in hand moments
✅ You're short on storage: this could fit in a drawer; it's tiny
Don't buy it if:
❌ You'll vacuum a lot: the dustbin is small and will need emotying
❌ You're tall: this wand is quite short, so you'll have to crouch
❌ You'll vacuum for a long time: this has a short battery life
The bottom line
🔎 Dyson Omni-glide this would make an excellent supplement to a large vacuum. It's a petite powerhouse which is brilliant on a range of floor types
The Omni-glide is one of Dyson's best kept secrets. We hardly considered it a vacuum until we tested it. This tiny model is unlike all other vacuums: it's petite, but powerful and designed for quick clean-ups around the home. Used wisely, it's the cheapest way to own a Dyson without spending Dyson money.
The Omni-glide is so small it feels like a toy. Dyson gifted the Omni-glide their best features - the look, the suction power, the tidy bin - and omitted more frustrating quirks, such as the trigger, when designing this. At the press of a button, this will clear dirt, dust, and debris from any surface. The range of attachments can be used across a range of surfaces, even though this is marketed as a hard-floor option. I still use it on my carpets at home and it's brilliant, even if hair gets a little caught in the rollers.
However, the drawbacks of the Omni-glide could be deal-breakers for lots of people. As a tiny vacuum, this requires you to bend or crouch the whole time that you are using it, which becomes painful after extended periods of vacuuming. The battery life will enforce a rest after twenty minutes, because it can't last any longer than that. Even if it could, the dustbin will have filled up. The dust bin, battery, and size of the Omni-glide are all significant limiting factors in how effective your cleaning sessions will be.
Read more: Dyson Omni-Glide review
| Attributes | Notes | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Versatility | Only useful in small rooms | ★★★ |
| Thoroughness | Really thorough considering size | ★★★★★ |
| Ease of use | Easy to use, but needs to charge often | ★★★ |
| Value | Great price | ★★★★★ |
The cheapest upright Dyson
Buy it if
✅ You have pets: this will remove every hair from your floor
✅ You live in a large home: this has a long cable and hose for maximum coverage
✅ You want a Dyson without the price tag: as an older model, this is less expensive
Don't buy it if:
❌ You don't clean your vacuum: the brush can catch some hairs in the rollers
❌ You have lots of different floor types: this has a single power level
❌ You have lots of levels: this is really heavy
Even though Dyson has released newer versions of the Ball Animal vacuum, our experts at H&G firmly believe that the Ball Animal 2 is the best. It's not technically as powerful as the Ball Animal 3 below, but we found it was incredibly effective across a range of floor types and debris, including pet hair.
As you might expect from an upright vacuum, this is bulky. Our experts wouldn't like to carry it up five flights of stairs, but they'd be happy using it in large homes. The power cord has a 35 ft reach and the hose is 40 ft long, so as long as there's a plug in your room, the Ball Animal 2 will be able to reach everywhere. You might even be able to vacuum a flight of stairs without having to lift the vacuum. We also love the ball, which makes this much more agile than many other upright vacuums, even if it is heavy.
That's the single biggest drawback of the Ball Animal 2. As we've mentioned, this is heavy. It weighs 17 lbs, so even though it's agile and has great reach, lifting it is tough work. It also doesn't have any anti-hair wrap technology - the Ball Animal 3 does - so you might need to spend some time cutting hair out of the brush roll.
To end on a positive, this retails between $400 and $500, which is half the price of Dyson's latest and greatest models, so if you love making a saving, you'll love this.
Read more: Dyson Ball Animal 2 vacuum review.
| Attributes | Notes | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Versatility | Just one power setting | ★★★ |
| Thoroughness | Incredible suction across all tests | ★★★★★ |
| Ease of use | Agile with good reach, but heavy | ★★★ |
| Value | Great value for a Dyson | ★★★★★ |
The cheapest cordless Dyson
Buy it if
✅ You want a cordless vacuum: this is one of the best
✅ you have different floor types: this is effective across all of them
✅ You have obstacles in your home: the floorhead is incredibly agile
Don't buy it if:
❌ You're on a budget: there are cheaper options
❌ You need super strong suction: this will deplete the battery
❌ You don't want to hold down a trigger: it's the way Dysons work
The bottom line
🔎 Dyson V10: this has the suction power and agility of all our favorite cordless Dysons, but not the price tag. It's the sweet spot of technology and money.
Even after Dyson's many advancements with LED screens and sensors, the Cyclone V10 is still technically perfect in the eyes of our experts. We've tested it on some of the toughest debris, across a range of floor types and struggle to fault it. In fact, when other vacuums made a mess, this is the one we reached for.
This has all the signature Dyson features: the trigger, the dustbin, the suction power. It's incredibly agile and lightweight, so if you'll be vacuuming for a while, we don't think you'll struggle.
Even on the lowest power setting, this had excellent suction power. When we cranked it up to full strength, we noticed that the battery life plummeted to one tenth of what it was, so if you need to do some intense cleaning, you might need to reach for an upright or corded model. Having to constantly stop and re-charge this will quickly become frustrating.
We strongly recommend this vacuum to most people, just with a couple of caveats. It's still expensive compared to other vacuums. What's more, our experts did note that Dyson's trigger might be tricky if you have arthritis or mobility issues. On most Dyson cordless vacuums you have to hold down the trigger at all times for it to work. This can be uncomfortable.
Read more: Dyson Cyclone V10 Absolute review.
| Attributes | Notes | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Versatility | Flawless acorss a range of surfaces | ★★★★★ |
| Thoroughness | A powerhouse with all debris types | ★★★★★ |
| Ease of use | Good, but you have to hold a trigger down | ★★★★ |
| Value | Cheaper than other Dyson models, but still expensive | ★★★★ |
The cheapest and latest Dyson
Buy it if
✅ You want a cordless vacuum: this free from cords and plug limits
✅ You have varied floor types: this is excellent across a range of floors
✅ You have obstacles in your home: the floorhead is incredibly agile
Don't buy it if:
❌ You want the latest model: this was launched in 2019
❌ You have small rugs: the suction will throw them around the room
❌ You're not strong: this is a little top heavy
The bottom line
🔎 Dyson V11: this vacuum boasts some of our favorite Dyson technology, including excellent suction power, but is almost too powerful for small rugs.
It's a tough choice choosing between the V10 and the V11. Both models are old enough to have depreciated enough in value to be considered 'cheap' Dysons, but they're still new enough to have innovative Dyson touches.
The V11 is the first vacuum in the Cyclone line to feature an LCD screen, so you can keep an eye on runtime and power modes. This is a key marker in Dyson's timeline and could be a deciding factor for lots of people. Having feedback and information on the screen is really useful for time management and efficient cleaning.
The V11 has a bigger bin, double the run time of the V10 (depending on how you use it) and generates 20% more suction than the V10, which is a double edged sword. If you have a big mess to clear up, you'll need the V11. If you have area rugs on your floor, the V11 will as good as eat them.
There's a lot to be said for the V11: it is a distinctly improved version of the V10, but lots of the extras are luxuries and not necessities. If you're looking for absolute value, the V10 will save you more money, but the V11 still sits under $400, so it's great value for a Dyson.
Read more: Dyson V11 Outsize review
| Attributes | Notes | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Versatility | Excellent on a range of surfaces | ★★★★★ |
| Thoroughness | Incredibly thorough on all debris | ★★★★★ |
| Ease of use | Almost too much suction for delicate floor | ★★★★ |
| Value | Fantastic value | ★★★★ |
The cheapest Dyson for pet hair
Buy it if
✅ You have carpet throughout your home: this vacuum is flawless on carpet
✅ You have pets: this picks up every hair and has a tangle-free roll
✅ You have a lot of furniture: this is agile, especially for an upright model
Don't buy it if:
❌ You have lots of stairs: this is incredibly heavy
❌ You have a bad back: you'll have to bend low to change the settings
❌ You need a long hose: the hose is only 15ft, and the powerful suction means it never stretches to its full length.
According to our experts, this isn't quite as good as the Ball Animal 2, but that's in terms of Dyson vacuums. It still made it on to our round up of the best upright vacuums and scored well on our standardized tests.
The suction power on the Ball Animal 3 is better than on older models. Combined with an effective motorised brush, this is an incredible vacuum for pulling pet hair out of carpet fibers. Even better, the brush has anti-hair wrap technology, so you won't spend hours cutting fur out of the rollers.
Even though this excelled on carpets, it's brilliant on a range of floors. For example, on floorboards, it lifted dirt and debris from the cracks in between every board, so if you're looking for a thorough cleaner, you don't need to look much further than this.
As you might expect from an upright vacuum, this is heavy. If you have lots of floors in your house, the hardest part of cleaning will be moving this up and down stairs. The suction power also means that this takes a lot of effort to push across the carpet when it's on the strongest setting.
The most frustrating feature is how the power modes adjust. These controls are on the floor head and not the handle, so you'll have to keep stopping and bending over to change any time you move onto a different surface or dirt level. The hose is also shorter than the Ball Animal 2's. At 15 ft, you won't be able to vacuum a full flight of stairs without having to unplug and move the vacuum.
Read more: Dyson Ball Animal 3 review
| Attributes | Notes | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Versatility | Good on a range of floors | ★★★★★ |
| Thoroughness | Really thorough, even on pet hair | ★★★★★ |
| Ease of use | Heavy with a shorter hose than predecessors | ★★ |
| Value | Good for a Dyson | ★★★★ |
Dyson alternatives
This article isn't an advert for Dyson, and there are lots of vacuums out there that are well worth considering. Of the dozens we've tried the top three are all Shark vacuums.
Unrivalled in suction power, this is still one of the most compact and straightforward vacuums on the market. It performs like a Dyson for a couple hundred dollars less.
Essential for big homes with pets, this corded, upright vacuum can tackle any surface and any mess. It gets rid of pet smells and detaches to clean upstairs.
Lightweight and agile, this older cordless vacuum cleaner is still one of our favorite models. It's extremely useful in any home, large and it's great value.
How to choose the best Dyson for you:
Different Dysons offer cleaning styles tailored to different homes. There are two main categories to consider: stick or cordless and upright vacuums.
Cordless vacuums
Also known as stick vacuums, these are lightweight and easy to use in any home, because you're not limited to plug sockets and cable length. These rely on you charging batteries often and being diligent with emptying your dustbin. Dyson make cordless vacuums as small as the Omni-glide and as large as the outsize, so there's a lot of variation within this category.
Upright vacuums
A more traditional style, upright vacuums generally offer more suction power and capacity than cordless models. They tend to be popular in large homes, especially ones with pets. Dyson's Ball Animal range are really good upright vacuums - there's lots of variation between the models and it's worth noting that these are much heavier and more cumbersome than cordless models.
How we tested these Dysons
We test our vacuums in a range of different scenarios, both in our test centre and in our homes. All of the vacuums on this list have been used by our experts either under test conditions, in every day life, or in both.
Our standard tests involve vacuuming flour, sugar, cereals, and hair from a range of floors. We use carpets, linoleum, and hard floors to find out which vacuums suit which households. Whilst assessing the suction power of each vacuum we consider their weight, ergonomics, and storage options, as well as plenty of other factors. If there's anything you need to know about a vacuum, our experts will have tested it, so that they can let you know their thoughts before you make an important investment.
If you'd like to know more, you can read all the details on our 'how we test vacuums' page.
Dyson FAQs
Are Dyson better than Shark?
The short answer is Dysons are better vacuums, Shark are better value. when we looked into Dyson vs Shark we found that depends on what you need. If money is no option and you want a vacuum to utterly remove all the dirt on your floors, Dyson is the best choice. If you want a good value vacuum that does the job, but slightly worse, I'd go with a Shark.
Why are Dyson so good?
Dyson are so good because they simply pick up more dirt than anything else. We've tried lots of Dysons and competitors over the years and they are usually better than the competition. However you cut it, they do a better job of cleaning. They were one of the first vacuums to use a bagless plastic canister, and they've always tended to be more powerful by air watts than the competition.
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