Are you thinking of buying a V6 but don’t know which to choose? Or are you confused about the differences between the Absolute, Animal and other models? To help you find the best V6 for your requirements, we’ve compared each model below. While we can see the logic in simplifying the Dyson cordless range, we’re sad to see the cheapest option disappear. It comes with a direct-drive cleaner head that has twice the brush bar power of the one found on the Total Clean. Many people don’t realise this is the case, as they assume all the direct-drive cleaner heads are the same. Who Should Buy It: If you own a pet and think you would use the stubborn dirt brush, the Top Dog is a great choice. If you won’t use the stubborn brush much, get the Animal Extra. Dyson V6 Mattress

Who Should Buy It: As you’ve probably guessed, the Animal is aimed at pet owners. The mini motorised tool is handy for getting rid of pet hair on stairs and furniture, while the wider floor tool can speed up cleaning. If you can afford the Animal Extra, however, it’s the superior vacuum. Dyson V6 Animal Extra It’s also the only full cordless model sold in the UK that has an additional post motor filter and fully sealed design. This removes bacteria and allergens as small as 0.3 microns, making it a better choice for people with allergies.While it contains all the same technology as other models, it only comes with a combination tool and rigid crevice tool. This makes it suitable for basic cleaning, but not recommend for people with pets or who need to get rid of stubborn dirt. Who Should Buy It: If your home is mainly hard floors or vinyl, the Fluffy is an easy choice. The soft roller cleaner head is one of the most innovative floor tools we’ve seen, while the motorised cleaner head does a passable job on carpets. If you have lots of carpets, however, the Total Clean or Absolute are better options. Dyson V6 Flexi The Flexi is basically the V6 Standard, but it comes with some extra accessories that make cleaning in tight spots much easier. One of the more controversial features is Dyson’s trigger system. Instead of having an on/off switch, you need to hold down the trigger while using the V6.

If you’re looking for the best all-round V6 for both carpets and hard floors, the Total Clean is the one to go for – as long as you don’t need extra filtration for allergies. The upside is that the effective battery time is increased, as the vacuum isn’t running when you’re changing position or moving between rooms. Some people find it annoying to always hold the trigger though. While we think the trigger system is a handy option for increasing battery life, we would prefer Dyson to include the choice of a continuous mode (like the Hoover FD22G) on future models.​ 20 Minute Run-Time The Top Dog comes with both a mini motorised tool and a stubborn dirt brush. The latter is designed with extra stiff bristles to get rid of dirt that’s dried on carpets, which can often be a problem for dog owners. The V6 Standard is the basic model. It’s also the cheapest V6, but doesn’t come with a secondary floor tool or many accessories. A mini motorised tool isn’t included, which is particularly important if you have pets or need to clean stubborn dirt. The downside to these extra V6 models is that choosing can be confusing. While it’s great to have choice, we think Dyson has made it surprisingly difficult to find out exactly how the V6 models compare.All V6 vacuum cleaners use the same motor. Dyson describes this as a digital motor which can spin at up to 110,000 RPM. It’s the main reason why the V6 series is so powerful compared to cheaper cordless vacuums. Additionally, the Animal comes with a mini motorised tool. This is great for getting rid of pet hair, making the Animal far better suited to dog or cat owners.