Description
Powerful Dry Vacuuming. Dedicated Wet Floor Cleaning. Up to 60 Minutes Cordless Runtime.
Tackle both everyday dry debris and wet floor messes with the Dyson V15s Detect Submarine™ Wet & Dry Cordless Vacuum. Designed for versatile whole-home cleaning, this advanced cordless system combines powerful vacuum performance with dedicated wet-floor cleaning capability, helping reduce the need for separate appliances.
For dry cleaning, the V15s Detect Submarine uses strong suction and intelligent particle detection to help identify fine dust and hidden debris across carpets and hard flooring. For suitable sealed hard floors, the Submarine wet cleaner head adds the ability to wash away spills, marks and everyday grime using controlled water delivery.
With up to 60 minutes of maximum cordless runtime, a 0.77-litre dust capacity and HEPA filtration, the V15s Detect Submarine is designed for practical whole-home cleaning. Its 3.1kg vacuum body remains easy to manoeuvre, while the cordless design gives you freedom to move between rooms without changing plug sockets.
The result is a highly flexible cleaning system suited to busy homes where crumbs, dust, pet hair and occasional wet messes can all occur throughout the day.
Key Features
- Wet & Dry Cordless Cleaning System
- Dedicated Submarine Wet Cleaner Head
- Suitable for Wet Spills & Everyday Hard-Floor Grime
- Powerful Dry Vacuuming
- Smart Particle Detection
- Helps Reveal Hidden Dust
- Up to 60 Minutes Maximum Runtime
- HEPA Filtration
- 0.77-Litre Dust Capacity
- Suitable for Multiple Floor Types
- Lightweight 3.1kg Vacuum Body
- Cordless Operation
- Yellow & Nickel Finish
- 2-Year Guarantee
Wet & Dry Cleaning in One System
The Dyson V15s Detect Submarine is designed to handle different types of household cleaning without relying on a conventional dry vacuum alone.
- Vacuum dry dirt and debris
- Tackle dust and pet hair
- Wash suitable sealed hard flooring
- Clean up wet spills with the dedicated wet head
- Switch between floor-care tasks as required
The wet-cleaning function is performed using the dedicated Submarine wet cleaner head rather than by drawing liquids through the vacuum's dry suction system.
Submarine Wet Cleaner Head
The dedicated Submarine wet cleaner head is designed to wash suitable hard floors using controlled water delivery and a rotating wet roller.
- Handles everyday spills
- Helps remove dried-on marks
- Useful for kitchen and dining areas
- Designed for suitable sealed hard floors
- Separates wet-floor cleaning from the dry vacuum airflow path
Ideal for Everyday Wet Messes
From drink splashes to muddy footprints and sticky kitchen marks, the wet cleaner head gives the V15s Detect Submarine additional flexibility beyond conventional dry vacuuming.
This makes it particularly useful in busy households where hard floors require both regular vacuuming and periodic washing.
Powerful Dry Vacuuming
When configured for dry cleaning, the V15s Detect Submarine provides powerful suction for dust, crumbs, hair and everyday household debris.
- Strong pickup on carpets
- Effective hard-floor vacuuming
- Useful for pet hair
- Handles fine dust and larger debris
- Suitable for regular whole-home cleaning
Smart Particle Detection
The V15s Detect Submarine is designed to identify fine particles during dry vacuuming, helping you understand where dust remains and allowing more targeted cleaning.
- Helps identify hidden dirt
- Useful for detailed cleaning
- Supports more precise vacuuming
- Ideal for fine dust that can be difficult to see
Up to 60 Minutes Runtime
The rechargeable battery provides up to 60 minutes of maximum cordless runtime, helping support both quick clean-ups and more thorough cleaning sessions.
- Up to 60 minutes maximum runtime
- No trailing mains cable
- Easy room-to-room movement
- Useful for stairs and furniture
- Convenient for everyday cleaning
Actual runtime varies according to operating mode, cleaner head, floor type and cleaning conditions.
Suitable for Carpets & Hard Floors
The dry vacuum system is designed for use across multiple floor types, while the Submarine wet cleaner head is intended specifically for suitable sealed hard flooring.
- Dry vacuum carpets
- Dry vacuum rugs
- Dry vacuum hard floors
- Wet clean suitable sealed hard floors
- Switch cleaning approach according to the surface
HEPA Filtration
The supplied specification lists HEPA filtration, helping capture fine particulate matter during dry vacuuming.
- Helps retain fine dust
- Supports cleaner exhausted air
- Useful in homes with pets
- Suitable for allergy-conscious households
0.77-Litre Dust Capacity
The dry vacuum has a 0.77-litre dust capacity, providing useful collection space for everyday whole-home vacuuming.
- 0.77-litre dry dust bin
- Useful for longer cleaning sessions
- Suitable for homes with pets
- Less frequent emptying than smaller compact cordless bins
Lightweight 3.1kg Design
At approximately 3.1kg for the vacuum body in its dry-cleaning configuration, the V15s Detect Submarine remains easy to carry and manoeuvre around the home.
- Easy room-to-room movement
- Convenient for stairs
- More portable than a traditional upright vacuum
- Useful for quick clean-ups
Cordless Freedom
Without a mains cable trailing behind you, the V15s Detect Submarine makes it easier to move between kitchens, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms.
- No plug socket changes while cleaning
- Easy to carry upstairs
- Convenient in larger rooms
- Useful for quick spot cleaning
Designed for Busy Homes
The combination of dry suction and dedicated wet hard-floor cleaning makes the V15s Detect Submarine particularly well suited to busy households dealing with a mixture of dust, crumbs, pet hair, footprints and spills.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Dyson |
| Range | Dyson V15s Detect Submarine™ |
| Model | V15DETECTSUB |
| Product Type | Wet & Dry Cordless Vacuum Cleaner |
| Colour | Yellow & Nickel |
| Cordless | Yes |
| Wet Cleaning | Yes - via Dedicated Submarine Wet Cleaner Head |
| Dry Vacuuming | Yes |
| Smart Particle Detection | Yes |
| Maximum Battery Runtime | Up to 60 Minutes |
| Filter Type | HEPA |
| Dust Capacity | 0.77 Litres |
| Dry Floor Compatibility | All Floor Types |
| Wet Floor Compatibility | Suitable Sealed Hard Floors |
| Weight | 3.1kg |
| Width | 25cm |
| Depth | 26cm |
| Height | 126cm |
| Shipping Width | 32.5cm |
| Shipping Weight | 7.59kg |
| Barcode / EAN | 5025155136409 |
| Guarantee | 2 Years |
Why Choose the Dyson V15s Detect Submarine?
- Combines dry vacuuming and dedicated wet-floor cleaning
- Useful for spills and everyday hard-floor grime
- Powerful dry suction
- Smart particle detection
- Up to 60 minutes maximum runtime
- HEPA filtration
- 0.77-litre dry dust capacity
- Suitable for carpets and hard floors when dry vacuuming
- Dedicated wet cleaner head for sealed hard floors
- Portable 3.1kg vacuum body
- Cordless convenience
- 2-year guarantee
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Dyson V15s Detect Submarine?
The Dyson V15s Detect Submarine is a cordless cleaning system that combines powerful dry vacuuming with a dedicated wet cleaner head for washing suitable sealed hard flooring.
What is the model number?
The supplied model number is V15DETECTSUB.
What colour is this version?
This model is finished in Yellow and Nickel.
Is the Dyson V15s Detect Submarine a wet and dry vacuum?
Yes, but the two functions operate differently. Dry dirt is collected through the normal vacuum system, while wet floor cleaning is carried out using the dedicated Submarine wet cleaner head.
Can it vacuum liquids directly into the dry dust bin?
No. Liquids should not be drawn through the dry vacuum system. Wet messes are handled using the dedicated Submarine wet cleaner head.
Why does it use a separate wet cleaner head?
Separating wet floor cleaning from the dry suction system helps keep liquid away from the vacuum's dry airflow path and provides a cleaning system designed specifically for hard-floor washing.
What types of wet mess can it clean?
The Submarine wet cleaner head is designed for everyday household spills, footprints, surface grime and similar wet or sticky messes on suitable sealed hard flooring.
Can it pick up spilled drinks?
The dedicated wet cleaner head can be used to tackle suitable everyday liquid spills on sealed hard flooring.
Can it clean dried-on food marks?
Yes. The wet roller can help loosen and remove many everyday dried-on marks, although stubborn residue may require additional passes.
Can it clean muddy footprints?
Yes. This is the type of hard-floor mess the wet cleaning function is useful for.
Can I wet clean carpets?
No. The Submarine wet cleaner head is intended for suitable sealed hard floors rather than carpets or rugs.
Can I wet clean rugs?
No. Rugs should not be cleaned using the Submarine wet head unless Dyson specifically confirms compatibility.
Can I use the wet head on laminate flooring?
Only where the laminate is sealed and the flooring manufacturer permits wet cleaning. Always follow the flooring manufacturer's care instructions.
Can I use it on tiles?
Yes, on suitable sealed tiled flooring.
Can I use it on sealed wooden flooring?
It can be suitable for sealed hard floors, but always check the wood flooring manufacturer's instructions before using a wet-cleaning appliance.
Can I use it on unsealed wood?
No. Wet cleaning should not be used on flooring that can be damaged by water, including unsealed or moisture-sensitive wood.
Can the Dyson V15s Detect Submarine dry vacuum carpets?
Yes. The dry vacuum system is suitable for carpet cleaning.
Can it dry vacuum hard floors?
Yes. You can use the appropriate dry vacuum cleaner head on hard flooring before or instead of wet cleaning.
Should I vacuum before using the wet cleaner head?
Removing larger loose debris before wet cleaning can help achieve better results, particularly on heavily soiled floors.
Does the wet cleaner head use suction?
The Submarine system is a dedicated wet-floor cleaning head and does not simply vacuum dirty water through the same airflow path used for dry debris.
Does it wash and vacuum at the same time?
The Submarine head is designed to wash floors and collect dirty liquid through its dedicated wet-cleaning mechanism, while dry vacuuming is performed separately using the vacuum cleaner's dry attachments.
Can I switch quickly between wet and dry cleaning?
Yes. You switch between cleaning tasks by fitting the appropriate cleaner head for the job.
Does it have powerful suction?
Yes. Powerful suction is one of the main features of the V15s Detect Submarine when operating in dry vacuum mode.
Can it remove embedded dirt from carpets?
Yes. With the appropriate dry cleaner head fitted, strong suction helps lift dirt and debris from carpet fibres.
Can it pick up pet hair?
Yes. Its dry vacuum system is suitable for collecting pet hair from appropriate floor surfaces.
Is it suitable for homes with dogs?
Yes. It can tackle dog hair, tracked-in dirt and suitable wet hard-floor messes, making it useful in pet-owning homes.
Is it suitable for homes with cats?
Yes. The dry vacuum system can collect cat hair and litter debris, while the wet head can help with suitable hard-floor marks and spills.
Does it have smart particle detection?
Yes. The V15s Detect Submarine is designed to detect fine particles during dry vacuuming.
What does particle detection do?
It helps identify fine dust and debris during cleaning, allowing you to target areas where particles remain.
Can it reveal hidden dust?
Yes. Its detection technology is designed to make fine dust easier to identify during dry cleaning.
Does dust detection work during wet cleaning?
The particle-detection features are primarily associated with dry vacuum cleaning rather than the dedicated Submarine wet-floor cleaning process.
How long does the battery last?
The maximum stated battery runtime is up to 60 minutes.
Will I always get 60 minutes?
No. Actual runtime varies according to suction mode, cleaner head, floor type and cleaning conditions.
Does wet cleaning affect battery runtime?
Yes. Different powered cleaner heads can use the battery at different rates, so runtime may vary when using the wet cleaner head.
Does maximum suction reduce runtime?
Yes. Higher-power operating modes generally consume battery charge more quickly.
Is 60 minutes enough for whole-home cleaning?
It can be sufficient for many homes, although actual coverage depends on property size, floor types, cleaning mode and the amount of dirt being removed.
Is it cordless?
Yes. The V15s Detect Submarine operates without a mains cable during cleaning.
Can I use it while it is charging?
Dyson cordless vacuums are designed to operate from battery power rather than being used as a corded vacuum while charging.
Does it have HEPA filtration?
Yes. The supplied specification lists the filter type as HEPA.
What does HEPA filtration do?
HEPA filtration helps capture fine particulate matter collected during dry vacuuming before the airflow is exhausted from the vacuum.
Is it suitable for allergy-conscious households?
HEPA filtration can be useful for households concerned about fine dust and allergen-containing particles, although a vacuum cleaner is not a medical treatment for allergies.
Does HEPA filtration work during wet cleaning?
The HEPA filtration system relates primarily to the vacuum's dry airflow. Wet-floor cleaning uses the dedicated Submarine head rather than drawing liquids through that same filtration path.
How large is the dust bin?
The supplied dry dust capacity is approximately 0.77 litres.
Does wet dirty water go into the 0.77-litre dust bin?
No. The dry dust bin is intended for dry debris. Wet cleaning is handled separately through the Submarine wet cleaner head.
Does it use disposable vacuum bags?
No disposable dust bags are specified. Dry debris is collected in the reusable dust container.
How often should I empty the dust bin?
Empty the dry bin when debris reaches the maximum fill line rather than allowing it to become overfilled.
Do I need to clean the wet roller after use?
Yes. Wet-cleaning components should be cleaned after use according to Dyson's instructions to prevent dirt and residue from building up.
Should I empty the wet cleaner head after use?
Yes. Any collected dirty liquid should be emptied and the wet-cleaning components cleaned according to the manufacturer's instructions after use.
Can I leave dirty water in the wet head overnight?
It is better to empty and clean the wet system after each use rather than leaving dirty water standing inside it.
Can the wet roller develop smells?
As with any wet-floor cleaning system, residue left on a damp roller can develop odours. Regular cleaning and allowing components to dry properly helps reduce this risk.
Can I put the wet cleaner head in a dishwasher?
Only clean components using methods specifically approved by Dyson. Do not place parts in a dishwasher unless the manufacturer's instructions explicitly state that they are dishwasher safe.
Can I use cleaning detergent in the wet head?
Only use cleaning solutions or water preparations specifically approved by Dyson for the Submarine system. Avoid adding unapproved detergents or chemicals.
Can I use bleach in it?
No. Do not use bleach or other aggressive chemicals unless Dyson explicitly states that they are compatible with the system.
Can I use hot water?
Follow Dyson's instructions regarding water temperature. Avoid using boiling or excessively hot water.
Can it sanitise floors?
It is designed to wash and remove everyday dirt from suitable hard floors, but it should not be described as sterilising or medically sanitising surfaces unless specifically stated by Dyson.
Can it remove bacteria?
Physical wet cleaning can remove dirt and some contamination from a surface, but this model should not be treated as a disinfecting appliance unless used with an explicitly approved method and product.
How much does the vacuum weigh?
The supplied specification lists the vacuum weight at approximately 3.1kg.
Is it lightweight?
At around 3.1kg, the dry vacuum body remains considerably more portable than many traditional upright vacuum cleaners.
Does it weigh more when using the wet head?
Yes. The total operating weight will increase once the wet cleaner head and water are attached.
Is it easy to carry upstairs?
Its cordless design makes it convenient for moving between floors, although individual comfort will depend on the fitted attachment and total working weight.
How tall is it?
The supplied product height is approximately 126cm.
How wide is it?
The supplied width is approximately 25cm.
How deep is it?
The supplied depth is approximately 26cm.
Is it suitable for flats and apartments?
Yes. Its cordless design and combination of dry and wet cleaning can be particularly convenient where storage space for multiple floor-care appliances is limited.
Is it suitable for larger homes?
Yes. Its up-to-60-minute maximum runtime supports larger cleaning jobs, although actual coverage depends on the mode and cleaner head being used.
Can it be used for quick kitchen clean-ups?
Yes. The dry vacuum can collect crumbs and loose debris, while the wet cleaner head is useful for suitable spills and floor marks.
Is it suitable for dining rooms?
Yes. It is particularly useful in dining areas where both crumbs and occasional hard-floor spills can occur.
Can I use it in a bathroom?
Only use it on suitable dry or sealed floor surfaces and in accordance with Dyson's electrical safety instructions. Do not expose the main vacuum body or electrical components to water.
Can I vacuum liquids using the normal vacuum head?
No. Liquids should only be handled using the dedicated Submarine wet cleaning system.
What happens if liquid enters the dry vacuum body?
Stop using the appliance and follow Dyson's safety and servicing guidance. The dry vacuum system is not designed to ingest liquids.
Can I vacuum wet carpet?
No. The dry vacuum system should not be used on wet carpet, and the Submarine head is intended for suitable sealed hard floors.
Can I vacuum dry debris before washing a floor?
Yes. Vacuuming loose debris first can help the wet cleaning stage work more effectively.
Can I use the V15s Detect Submarine every day?
Yes. It is designed for regular household cleaning when maintained and operated according to Dyson's instructions.
Does the filter need maintenance?
Yes. Regular filter maintenance helps preserve airflow and dry vacuum performance.
Can the HEPA filter be washed?
Follow Dyson's instructions for the fitted filtration system. Where washing is permitted, the filter should be completely dry before it is refitted.
Can I use the dry vacuum without the filter?
No. Always operate the dry vacuum with all required filtration components correctly installed.
Can I vacuum hot ash?
No. Never vacuum hot, burning or smoking materials.
Can I vacuum large quantities of plaster dust?
Large quantities of very fine construction dust may require a specialist industrial vacuum rather than a domestic cordless cleaner.
What is the barcode / EAN?
The barcode / EAN is 5025155136409.
Does it come with a guarantee?
Yes. The supplied product information states that the Dyson V15s Detect Submarine comes with a 2-year guarantee.
Do I need to keep my receipt?
Yes. Proof of purchase should be retained because it may be required to support a guarantee claim.
Who is the Dyson V15s Detect Submarine best suited to?
It is ideal for households wanting one cordless system capable of powerful dry vacuuming and dedicated wet cleaning on suitable sealed hard floors.
What is the main advantage of the V15s Detect Submarine?
Its biggest advantage is versatility. It combines strong cordless dry cleaning, intelligent dust detection and dedicated hard-floor washing within one floor-care system.
How is it different from the standard Dyson V15 Detect?
The key difference is the dedicated Submarine wet cleaner head, which adds hard-floor washing capability alongside the V15 family's powerful dry vacuuming features.
Can the Dyson V15s Detect Submarine replace both a vacuum and a mop?
For many households it can cover the jobs normally handled by a dry vacuum and a hard-floor mop, provided the floors are compatible with the Submarine wet-cleaning system.
The Dyson V15s Detect Submarine™ Wet & Dry Cordless Vacuum combines powerful dry suction, intelligent particle detection and dedicated hard-floor washing in one versatile system. With up to 60 minutes of maximum runtime, HEPA filtration, a 0.77-litre dry dust capacity and cordless manoeuvrability, it is an excellent choice for busy homes that regularly deal with dust, pet hair, crumbs, spills and everyday hard-floor grime.