Dyson Outsize Absolute Cordless Vacuum vs Hoover H-FREE 500 Cordless Vacuum (2026)

Which is better? We compared both on score, owner ratings, pros and cons.

Dyson Outsize Absolute Cordless Vacuum

9.2/10 Excellent

4.5★ (3,800 owners)

25% wider head, 120-min XL battery, 0.77L bin, 220AW suction. Dyson for large homes.

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Hoover H-FREE 500 Cordless Vacuum

8.3/10 Very Good

4.2★ (6,800 owners)

Freestanding, 40 min, 0.7L, lightweight 1.5kg, stand design. Budget Hoover that stands upright.

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At a Glance

	Dyson Outsize Absolute Cordless Vacuum	Hoover H-FREE 500 Cordless Vacuum
247Verdict Score	9.2/10	8.3/10
Owner Rating	4.5★ (3,800)	4.2★ (6,800)
Verdict	Excellent	Very Good
Runtime	120 minutes XL battery	40 minutes
Bin	0.77L	0.7L
Weight	3.5kg	1.5kg

Quick Verdict

Both are strong choices, but the Dyson Outsize Absolute Cordless Vacuum edges ahead with a 9.2/10 vs 8.3/10. 25% wider head, 120-min XL battery, 0.77L bin, 220AW suction. Dyson for large homes. That said, the Hoover H-FREE 500 Cordless Vacuum is worth considering if Freestanding, 40 min, 0.7L, lightweight 1.5kg, stand design. Budget Hoover that stands upright..

Pros & Cons Side by Side

Dyson Outsize Absolute Cordless Vacuum

25% wider floor head covers more floor area per pass — reduces cleaning time in large rooms
120-minute runtime from XL battery — doubles standard Dyson run time for very large homes
0.77L bin is larger than standard Dyson vacuums — fewer empties per session
220AW suction is among the highest of any Dyson cordless
HEPA filtration with fully-sealed system captures allergens throughout

Wider head is less manoeuvrable in tight spaces and around furniture legs
Heavier at 3.5kg — more tiring for extended cleaning sessions
Premium pricing at the top of the Dyson cordless range

Hoover H-FREE 500 Cordless Vacuum

Freestanding design — no wall bracket needed, stands independently for storage anywhere
1.5kg is one of the lightest cordless vacuums reviewed
Under £100 — the most affordable name-brand cordless vacuum in this comparison
Hoover's UK brand recognition at entry-level cordless pricing
40-minute runtime adequate for standard UK flat and small home cleaning

Less suction than premium alternatives — basic everyday cleaning only
0.7L bin requires frequent emptying during larger cleans
Freestanding mechanism is less secure than wall-mounted alternatives on uneven surfaces