The V11 Absolute is still a powerful cordless cleaner. It has excellent suction and some great features. Its LCD screen shows how long you can vacuum on your current settings with the battery life left and displays troubleshooting graphics in the event that something goes wrong.
The V11 has a maximum of 60 minutes’ battery life, which the screen should help you maximise. The battery takes 4.5 hours to charge but newer V11 models have the option of a swappable battery, which will allow you to double your cleaning time.
Opt for the Absolute over the Animal and you’ll also get the Torque head, which automatically detects the surface it’s cleaning and adjusts the suction accordingly.
In fact, the only issue with the V11 is its price, which has remained remarkably steady since its launch. It can still cost around £600/$600 which is not significantly less than the much newer, tech-crammed V15 Detect. But it’s lighter than newer flagship models, which is a good reason to get one.
Buy it if: You want an all-round great cordless cleaner and you’ve spotted an excellent deal on it.