When the Dyson V8 was released back in 2016, it reimagined the cordless vacuum design into what it is today.
James Dyson shared this sentiment at IFA in Berlin on Thursday when announcing the V8's upgrade: The Dyson V8 Cyclone. It combines the V8 with Dyson's latest tech for a cordless vacuum that cleans better, has a longer runtime, and even has a self-emptying dock.
It was already one of the best Dyson vacuums, but this new model, set to be released next year, will make cleaning even easier and cheaper.
Why I'm excited about the new Dyson V8 Cyclone
The Dyson V8 Cyclone brings a suite of upgrades compared to the previous model, to make cleaning more effective without sacrificing on weight or ease of use. In my view, the most significant is the suction power increase, going from 115 air watts to 150.
For reference, that's the same as the advanced (and expensive) Dyson V12 Detect Slim – which on test, had no issues vacuuming hair, dust or large debris from any surface. It's one of the best cordless vacuums we've ever tested.
Plus, like Dyson's newer vacuums, the V8 Cyclone will have three suction modes: Eco, Medium and Boost. As someone who's tested 28 vacuum cleaners, I'm a big fan of this option in cordless vacuums, as it gives you the oomph necessary to deep clean carpets when needed, while giving you the option for lower suction on easier surfaces, like when cleaning hardwood floors, to preserve vital battery life.
Runtime on the latest upgrade has also been extended from 40 minutes to 60, and it's now powered using a single button rather than a trigger to reduce hand strain while cleaning. There's also the option of a self-empty dock that charges and cleans the vacuum between uses – a feature we love in other cordless vacuums such as the Shark PowerDetect Cordless and the Tineco Pure One Station.
The Dyson V8 has long been our top pick for the best budget Dyson, costing around $400 less than the flagship Dyson V15 Detect. But while this used to come at a sacrifice in cleaning power, now it isn't as much of a downgrade.
The Dyson V8 Cyclone will be released in 2026, with pricing information revealed closer to the release date.
What to shop
While the Dyson V8 Cyclone isn't available just yet, its attachments will be compatible with the existing Dyson V8. And as Dyson encourages trade-ins, to take money off a new purchase while responsibly recycling old materials, you could invest in the budget-friendly model for now and upgrade when the new vacuum is released.
We've also tested 82 of the best vacuum cleaners and can recommend some fantastic alternatives.
All prices were correct at time of publication.
We've written about how the Dyson V8 is still worth it in 2025 if you're looking for strong, reliable cleaning at a reasonable price point. Plus, you can upgrade to the V8 Cyclone once it's released.
Read more in our full Dyson V8 review.
A level-up from the Dyson V8, the V11 boasts some of the strongest suction found in a cordless Dyson (185 air watts), but as it doesn't have the fancy dust-revealing features (which are useful, but more luxury than essential), it costs $100s less.
Read more in my full Dyson V11 review.
Currently on sale at QVC with $200 off, the Dyson V15 Detect will clean your floors unlike any other vacuum. It's our all-time favorite – whatever mess or surface you're vacuuming, the V15 Detect can handle it.
Read more in my full Dyson V15 Detect review.
For more tried-and-tested floorcare inspiration, browse through our list of the best Dyson alternatives or the best Shark vacuums.
