R20 VTV97A vs Gen5detect Absolute Cordless Vacuums

Torn between R20 VTV97A and Gen5detect Absolute for your next cordless vacuum?

We examine the R20 VTV97A – a battery-power vacuum by Dreame, comparing runtime, dust tank, and costs, with – Gen5detect Absolute by Dyson, analysing real-world vacuuming performance.

By assessing these vacuums – the R20 VTV97A and Gen5detect Absolute from DREAME and DYSON, you get the best floorcare machine.

Best Cordless Vacuum Pick

DREAME R20 VTV97A vs DYSON Gen5detect Absolute – key Specifications

R20 VTV97A and Gen5detect Absolute Cordless Battery Run Time

DREAME Stick cordless vacuums, like the R20 VTV97A, provides lightweight portability without mains cables. Gen5detect Absolute Stick is also cordlessly powered by a DYSON rechargeable battery.

The Dyson Gen5detect Absolute has a battery supply runtime of 70 minutes of cleaning, compared to the Dreame R20 VTV97A which has 90 minutes life.

• DREAME R20 VTV97A Runtime: 90 mins continuous vacuuming
• DYSON Gen5detect Absolute Runtime: 70 mins continuous vacuuming

Charging times between the R20 VTV97A and Gen5detect Absolute varies – check manual.

Cordless Vacuum Dust Tank Capacity

Both Dreame R20 VTV97A and Dyson Gen5detect Absolute are bagless, storing dust, hairs, dirt, and debris inside a sealed 0.6 litre and 0.77 litre tank, respectively. The Gen5detect Absolute by DYSON holds up to 0.77 Litre of compressed dirty particles. The R20 VTV97A by DREAME has a capable capacity of 0.6 litre for manual disposable.

• R20 VTV97A onboard dirt/dust tank size: 0.6L
• Gen5detect Absolute onboard dirt/dust tank size: 0.77L

Floor Cleaning Types

Dreame’s R20 VTV97A and Dyson’s Gen5detect Absolute brush heads are effective on every surface – carpets & deep-pile rugs, hard floors (laminate, wood, tiles), vinyl, even upholstery, and stairs.

Their only limitation is the Gen5detect Absolute and R20 VTV97A can’t vacuum liquids. For this, a DYSON or DREAME ‘wet and dry’ vacuum is needed.

Most Dreame and Dyson battery powered vacuums include accessories. Check R20 VTV97A or Gen5detect Absolute manual for specifications and attachments.

Vacuum Filtration

The Gen5detect Absolute and DREAME R20 VTV97A include effective filters to capture dust, dander, pollen, hairs, and fibres.

DREAME and DYSON use HEPA, foam, or cloth, filters. R20 VTV97A and Gen5detect Absolute maintain suction and clean exhaust air.

DYSON and DREAME Reviews

Combined feedback from 12 reviewers shows the R20 VTV97A with a rating of 4.6/5 stars, and the Gen5detect Absolute vacuum gains a 4.6/5 average from 82 reviews, showing comparable reliability results.

Brand	Model	Runtime	Weight	Tank	Best Price
DREAME	R20 VTV97A	90 M	1.76	0.6L	£239.00
DYSON	Gen5detect Absolute	70 M	3.5	0.77L	£549.00