Dyson V16 Piston Animal Wins
Winner
Dyson V16 Piston Animal cordless vacuum in matte black and copper

Dyson V16 Piston Animal

8.2

Deep-clean enthusiasts and pet owners who need maximum suction power and dustbin capacity

VS
Levoit LVAC-300 cordless stick vacuum in gray

Levoit LVAC-300

7.4

Allergy sufferers who want excellent filtration and a large dustbin for extended cleaning sessions

Emily Thornton
Emily Thornton

Score Comparison

Criteria
Dyson V16 Piston Animal
Levoit LVAC-300
Overall Score
8.2
7.4
Suction Power
9.5
6.0
Battery Life
8.5
8.0
Weight & Ergonomics
6.0
7.0
Filtration
8.5
8.5
Dustbin Capacity
9.5
8.5
Versatility
8.5
7.0
Value
6.5
7.5

Pricing & Features

Specification
Dyson V16 Piston Animal
Levoit LVAC-300
Price
$699
$349.99
Released
28-Aug-25
01-Mar-25

Making Your Decision

Dyson V16 Piston Animal logo

When to Choose Dyson V16 Piston Animal

Deep-clean enthusiasts and pet owners who need maximum suction power and dustbin capacity

The Dyson V16 Piston Animal is a suction powerhouse with the largest dustbin in the category. It's built for serious cleaning sessions, but the weight and lack of auto-empty dock hold it back from premium convenience.

Strengths

  • Massive 315 AW suction — among the strongest in the category
  • Largest dustbin at 1.35L reduces emptying frequency
  • 70-minute runtime suitable for large homes
  • Advanced Dyson cyclone technology for consistent suction

Limitations

  • Heaviest Dyson at 7.7 lbs — noticeable on stairs
  • No auto-empty dock despite premium pricing
  • US Amazon ASIN not yet available
Levoit LVAC-300 logo

When to Choose Levoit LVAC-300

Allergy sufferers who want excellent filtration and a large dustbin for extended cleaning sessions

The LVAC-300 prioritizes filtration and capacity over raw suction power. Its 0.75L dustbin and 5-stage HEPA system make it ideal for allergy-conscious homes, though carpet performance is average.

Strengths

  • Largest dustbin in class at 0.75L — fewer emptying trips
  • 5-stage filtration captures 99.99% of fine particles
  • 60-minute runtime in standard mode
  • Quiet operation compared to high-suction competitors

Limitations

  • Lower 90 AW suction struggles on thick carpets
  • No auto-empty dock at the $350 price point
  • Heavier at ~6.6 lbs than ultralight competitors

Ready to Get Started?

Dyson V16 Piston Animal cordless vacuum in matte black and copper

Dyson V16 Piston Animal

Score: 8.2
Levoit LVAC-300 cordless stick vacuum in gray

Levoit LVAC-300

Score: 7.4