Which is better for pet hair?

Both are built for it. The V8's Motorbar head has vanes that strip long hair and pet hair from the brush bar, and its Hair screw tool suits pet beds. The V10's All Floor Cones head claims to pick up all hair lengths without tangling.

Is the V10 worth the extra money?

If you pay near its low of $65.77, yes: more suction, double the bin and up to 60 minutes. At its $399.95 high it is hard to justify over the $179.99 V8.

Which has a bigger bin?

The V10 Konical, at 0.2 gal against 0.1 gal for the V8. That means roughly half as many emptying trips.

Which lasts longer per charge?

The V10 Konical, rated up to 60 minutes of fade-free run time. The V8 listing gives no run time figure.

Do both convert to handheld?

Yes. Both Dyson sticks click apart into a handheld for stairs, upholstery and above-floor cleaning.

Which is better on carpets?

The V10 Konical, with 150 air watts and a head that illuminates hidden dust. The V8's Motorbar head is still a strong carpet cleaner and better documented for hair removal.

Dyson V8 Cordless Vacuum vs Dyson V10 Konical Cordless Vacuum

The V10 Konical is the stronger vacuum on paper: more suction, double the bin, longer run time and a higher rating. The V8 is the better value if you want a light, proven stick for quick cleans and pet hair. On price, the V8 was $179.99 at ShopSimon as of October 28, while the V10 Konical ranged from $65.77 at its low on November 5 up to $399.95 on November 3, so the V10's cost depends heavily on when you buy.

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