V8 Absolute vs ProLite Cordless Vacuums

Torn between V8 Absolute and ProLite for your next cordless vacuum?

We examine the V8 Absolute – a battery-power vacuum by Dyson, comparing runtime, dust tank, and costs, with – ProLite by Gtech, analysing real-world vacuuming performance.

By assessing these vacuums – the V8 Absolute and ProLite from DYSON and GTECH, you get the best floorcare machine.

Best Cordless Vacuum Pick

DYSON V8 Absolute vs GTECH ProLite – key Specifications

V8 Absolute and ProLite Cordless Battery Run Time

DYSON Stick cordless vacuums, like the V8 Absolute, provides lightweight portability without mains cables. ProLite Handheld is also cordlessly powered by a GTECH rechargeable battery.

The Gtech ProLite has a battery supply runtime of 30 minutes of cleaning, compared to the Dyson V8 Absolute which has 40 minutes life.

• DYSON V8 Absolute Runtime: 40 mins continuous vacuuming
• GTECH ProLite Runtime: 30 mins continuous vacuuming

Charging times between the V8 Absolute and ProLite varies – check manual.

Cordless Vacuum Dust Tank Capacity

Both Dyson V8 Absolute and Gtech ProLite are bagless, storing dust, hairs, dirt, and debris inside a sealed 0.54 litre and 0.5 litre tank, respectively. The ProLite by GTECH holds up to 0.5 Litre of compressed dirty particles. The V8 Absolute by DYSON has a capable capacity of 0.54 litre for manual disposable.

• V8 Absolute onboard dirt/dust tank size: 0.54L
• ProLite onboard dirt/dust tank size: 0.5L

Floor Cleaning Types

Dyson’s V8 Absolute and Gtech’s ProLite 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 ProLite and V8 Absolute can’t vacuum liquids. For this, a GTECH or DYSON ‘wet and dry’ vacuum is needed.

Most Dyson and Gtech battery powered vacuums include accessories. Check V8 Absolute or ProLite manual for specifications and attachments.

Vacuum Filtration

The ProLite and DYSON V8 Absolute include effective filters to capture dust, dander, pollen, hairs, and fibres.

DYSON and GTECH use HEPA, foam, or cloth, filters. V8 Absolute and ProLite maintain suction and clean exhaust air.

GTECH and DYSON Reviews

Combined feedback from 6,001 reviewers shows the V8 Absolute with a rating of 4.7/5 stars, and the ProLite vacuum gains a 4.7/5 average from 174 reviews, showing comparable reliability results.

Brand	Model	Runtime	Weight	Tank	Best Price
DYSON	V8 Absolute	40 M	2.63	0.54L	£249.00
GTECH	ProLite	30 M	0.97	0.5L	£130.00