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Dyson V8 Absolute Cordless Vacuum, $300 (was $590)
Why do we like this deal?
Walmart’s big summer sale in June was a big hit for finding home products at lower prices, but none were targeted more than Dyson vacuum cleaners. Dyson is known for two things: leading the cordless vacuum market and prices that reflect its prominence. But sales of one particular vacuum, Dyson’s V8 Absolute, dropped by more than half. Buyers rushed to buy one and it sold out. Today, they’re back in stock, and we’re surprised they’re still on sale.
The Dyson V8 Absolute Cordless Vacuum is selling for just $300, which is only $20 more than its previous selling price and we’ve seen it sell out to corded baggers. This online-only deal is already being snapped up hundreds of times per day by shoppers looking to get a deal on a quality, name-brand vacuum cleaner that will last a long time. Don’t let the Dyson name alone sway you – shoppers have praised this stick vacuum a lot, giving it more than 3,600 perfect ratings for its “brilliant” design and ease of use.
Dyson V8 Absolute Cordless Vacuum, $300 (was $590) at Walmart
What shoppers need to know
- weight: 5.8 pounds
- battery life: 40 minutes
- Types of flooring: carpet, hardwood, tile
- Attachment: 5
- Filtration: hepa
There are plenty of stick vacuums out there today, and you probably already understand the convenience of owning one – most of them were trying to emulate the Dyson stick vacuum formula. But many of those imitations have watered down the formula, leading to some pain points that you may have also encountered. However, the Dyson V8 Absolute, arguably the brand that has made everyone want a stick vacuum, is going to give you a great overall vacuuming experience.
For example, this vacuum is lightweight, making it easy to handle up the stairs. It uses strong HEPA filtration, not the cheap option. Hair screw tool takes care of tangled hair. Its battery is powerful enough to last even after deep cleaning, and when you’re done, the reservoir vigorously flushes out dust and debris.
The main thing that differentiates the V8 Absolute from other Dyson V8 vacuums is the inclusion of a soft head roller for hardwood floors. Instead of letting sand and dust particles fly around, the way brush heads do when encountering hard floors, it picks them up. If you’re dissatisfied with typical hardwood vacuuming it’s totally worth a try, especially since replacing the heads isn’t difficult.
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what shoppers are saying
Most buyers will tell you that the Dyson V8 Absolute offers “fantastic suction and mobility,” with even people suffering from arthritis and mobility problems bragging about its lightweight body and easy-to-maneuver form factor.
Other buyers expressed how they, having been fans of the brand’s work for a long time, do not regret their purchase. “I bought a Dyson V8 about 3 years ago, and it’s been great, so when I needed another cleaner for another property, I bought another one. This V8 Absolute has more attachments and is great.”
The Dyson V8 Absolute Cordless Vacuum is down to $300, but we’re betting it’ll be on sale again. Whenever possible, get one.
more than dyson
- Dyson Ball Animal 3 Extra Upright Vacuum, $550 at Walmart
- Dyson V12 Detect Slim Cordless Vacuum, $730 at Walmart
- Dyson Purifier Cool, $849 at Walmart
