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Logitech POP Mouse: Two-minute review

The Logitech POP Mouse is a small and simple wireless mouse for productivity and general browsing, with its versatile Bluetooth connectivity and customization options pitched at modern workers.

It sports a stylish design courtesy of its pebble-like shape, front slope and one-piece unit for the mouse buttons. This is extended further by the multiple colorways, which utilize a soft, light palette, with some two-tone schemes thrown in for good measure.

Although it’s quite small and thin compared to the best mouse options around, the POP Mouse fitted my hand and fingers well. The body is thick enough to get a good grip, and the rear weight bias means it’s easy to tilt backwards for lift-offs between swipes. The completely symmetrical design also makes it suitable for left and right handers alike.

There’s a distinct lack of buttons on the POP Mouse, with the only topside additions being a scroll wheel and a button below it. Underneath you’ll find the power slider and the Easy Switching button used for pairing and toggling between three different Bluetooth devices.

The aforementioned one-piece unit for the mouse buttons also doubles as the battery compartment cover. It’s attached magnetically to the mouse’s body, and the robust plastic achieves the ideal balance between easy removal and secure fastening.

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Even better, though, are the switches for mouse buttons. They’re very tactile and heavily damped, so much so that they barely make a sound in use. This makes for a satisfyingly padded sensation, and more pleasurable to use than I was expecting for a mouse of this kind. Those who prefer the loud, sharp clicks of traditional switches may not find the POP Mouse provides enough feel or feedback, but personally, I enjoyed using them for general and productivity purposes.

The scroll wheel is also damped nicely, as well as being lightly notched. When you flick quickly, it enters into a free-wheeling state to some degree, which is a handy feature; I only wish this triggered more readily, as it didn’t make navigating long documents and web pages as easy as I was hoping.

However, it does feel well-made and the rubber material on top is smooth to the touch. The scroll click is secure and tactile as well, while the button below – which opens an Emoji menu by default – is more snappy but still premium-feeling.

Using Logitech’s Options Plus software, you can customize the POP Mouse, with a surprising amount of tweaks available. The right and left click can’t be altered, but the scroll button and Emoji menu button can be remapped to perform a variety of actions. These include keyboard shortcuts via the recording of your own combinations, and a variety of system-level functions, which include media playback controls, opening apps, taking screenshots, and opening the Windows Action Center. There’s even an option to open ChatGPT in a pop-up window.

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You can also map these buttons to gestures: by holding them and making certain mouse movements, you can perform a variety of navigational and cycling actions, such as switching app windows or selecting the next or previous tracks.

Logitech also has a feature called Smart Actions, a more advanced form of macros. There are various presets already included in Options Plus, such as Meeting Mode, which opens Zoom (if already installed) and Notepad at the same time, and Social Media Break, which opens Instagram’s website in a new Chrome tab. These can be edited as you see fit.

You can also create your own Smart Actions from scratch, by adding certain conditions and layers of actions to automate any number of processes you can conceive of. You’re given some basic building blocks, which are: opening applications, performing keystrokes, writing blocks of text, and performing system functions. You can also set delay times between each action.

Options Plus also has a feature called Logi Flow, which is supposed to make device switching even more seamless by letting you simply drag the cursor from one device to another, although I was unable to get this working on numerous machines, as a connection failed to establish.

Additionally, Options Plus lets you invert the scroll wheel direction, and toggle something called Smart Scrolling, which is supposed to make scrolling web pages smoother. While I did find this to be the case, it was also slower, so I didn’t find it particularly useful.

Logitech claims a staggering 24-month battery life for the POP Mouse. Naturally, I wasn’t able to exhaust it, but I can say that after about a week’s worth of use across numerous devices, the battery remained at 100%, so it certainly seems to have plenty of endurance.

At this price, the POP Mouse represents good value thanks to its performance and in-depth customization options via the Options Plus software. However, the lack of side buttons and additional connectivity methods is a shame, omissions that could deter those who demand high productivity credentials.

The wireless mouse sector is a hotly contested one, and there are plenty of great value options to choose from. The Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse is an equally capable performer, although it costs more than the POP Mouse and lacks customization software. If you’re prepared to spend a little bit more, you could go for the Logitech MX Anywhere 3, which has better scrolling capabilities as well as side buttons.

(Image credit: Future) Logitech POP Mouse review: Price & availability

• $29.99 / £24.99 / AU$59.95
• Available now in multiple colors

The Logitech POP Mouse costs $29.99 / £24.99 / AU$$59.95 and is available now in multiple and vibrant colorways, some with two-tone schemes. It comes with a AA battery preinstalled.

The best wireless mouse for those on a budget, as far as we’re concerned, is the Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse. This similarly has a slim and light form factor, although it adopts a square shape rather than a round one. It also requires two AAA batteries rather than one AA battery. While we found its performance to be great for a mouse of this price, it doesn’t have many features, with no native software for customization. At 78g, it weighs slightly less than the POP Mouse, which sits at 82g.

If you’re willing to spend a bit more, you could get the Logitech MX Anywhere 3, which is the best portable mouse in our view, and a great mid-range buy thanks to its excellent scrolling abilities and overall accuracy – plus it can be customized using Options, Logitech’s last-gen peripheral tool.

Logitech POP Mouse review: Specs Should I buy the Logitech POP Mouse? Buy it if...

You want great clicks
I haven’t come across another budget-friendly productivity mouse with better clicks than this. The ultra-damped feel might not appeal to everyone, but I liked them.

You want plenty of customizations
Thanks to its integration with Options Plus, the scope of customizations is surprisingly large, considering only the scroll click and Emoji menu button are rebindable.

Don't buy it if...

You want more than Bluetooth
Even today Bluetooth can have its reliability issues, and although you can switch easily between three devices, the lack of a wireless dongle or even a USB port on the POP Mouse might be a problem for some.

You want lots of buttons
You don’t even get side buttons on the POP Mouse, which can be a real downer for those who do a lot of web browsing.

Logitech POP Mouse: Also consider

Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse
Another basic mouse, the Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse sports the same basic functionality as the POP Mouse, lacking side buttons and a rechargeable battery. It misses out on software for customizing it, but we think it performs very well, thanks to its solid clicks and lightweight form. Read our Microsoft Modern Mobile Mouse review.

Logitech MX Anywhere 3
The best portable mouse in our view, the Logitech MX Anywhere 3 packs in more features and functions, such as side buttons and a scroll wheel with two resistance levels. What also sets it apart from the POP Mouse is the rechargeable battery and USB-C port, and the added connectivity options, courtesy of the included 2.4GHz wireless dongle, so you won’t have to rely solely on Bluetooth. Even better is the fact that it’s still relatively cheap. Read our Logitech MX Anywhere 3 review.

How I tested the Logitech POP Mouse

• Used with multiple devices
• Used with Options Plus software
• Plentiful peripheral testing experience

I tested the POP Mouse for about a week, using it for working and general browsing. I used it with multiple devices, including Windows 10 laptop and desktop, a MacBook Pro, and a Chromebook.

I also made as many tweaks and customizations as possible using Logitech’s Options Plus software, rebinding the scroll click and Emoji button to the various functions available.

I have experience reviewing a myriad of peripherals, including mice and keyboards for both productivity and for gaming, across a range of price points.

• Read more about how we test
• First reviewed: December 2024

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• Acer PD1520Us offers 30,000 hours of lifespan for business and entertainment needs
• Supports full HD 1080p resolution and 4K compatibility
• The LED light source eliminates warm-up times, offering instant on/off functionality

Acer has unveiled PD1520Us, a compact ultra-short throw (UST) projector, tipping the scales at just 740 grams, making it potentially the smallest of its kind.

Though compact, the PD1520Us can project 100-inch images from just a few centimeters away. It's also mercury-free, making it a strong, environmentally-friendly alternative choice for a business projector, especially as UST adoption continues to gather momentum among businesses.

It also delivers full HD 1080p resolution with 4K compatibility and boasts a 30,000-hour lifespan. It features autofocus and auto 2D keystone correction, ensuring sharp, distortion-free images. Connectivity options include HDMI 2.0, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and support for iOS and screen mirroring.

Instant use and eco-friendly functionality

This UST projector eliminates the need for warm-up or cooling periods by being powered by an LED light source, offering instant on/off functionality.

For added convenience, Acer offers a 5200mAh battery kit, providing up to two hours of portable operation. The projector also integrates a smart platform, allowing users to install apps and access a wide range of content directly.

Priced at €699, the PD1520Us will hit EMEA markets in March 2025, with optional add-ons like the €99 battery kit and a €199 interactive module.

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Asus Chromebook CM14: Two-minute review

The Asus Chromebook CM14 occupies the lower end of the market with its low price and spec, but it aspires to nail the basics.

It boasts a thin and light design that’s impressive for a 14-inch Chromebook. The steely black colorway is fairly austere but it looks smart. Build quality is also good, although the lid is a little flimsy – still, it does recline all the way back to 180 degrees, so it’s certainly flexible.

The partially recycled materials feel solid, and the keyboard is laid nicely, with plenty of space between keys whilst remaining compact, which is a combination I prefer. There’s also a good selection of ports on the Asus Chromebook CM14, with two USB-C ports, a SuperSpeed (SS) USB-A port, a microSD slot and a 3.5mm headphone port.

What isn’t so good, however, is the display. It lacks the clarity and sharpness of some of the best Chromebook devices around, and it’s too reflective when it strays even marginally beyond the optimal viewing angle, either washing out or blacking out entirely.

Things are worse when it comes to performance. Although it can handle light productivity, general browsing, 2K video playback and some light gaming, it can struggle with these on occasion. What’s worse, though, is that it's severely hamstrung by multitasking, with stutters, slow downs, and crashes a frequent occurrence, at least when equipped with 4GB of RAM, which is low by today’s standards.

The typing experience of the Asus Chromebook CM14 is pleasant enough, thanks to the tactile feel of the keys and their low profile. However, the touchpad is another drawback, as there’s too much friction; the surface is nowhere near as smooth as that on, say, the best MacBook models. And no matter what you do with the sensitivity settings, it either travels too much – continuing to move even once your finger stops – or too slowly, making it feel sluggish and imprecise.

One of the saving graces of the Asus Chromebook CM14, though, is the battery life. It lasted over nine hours during our battery test, which isn’t that far off its claimed 15 hour figure. It’s also quite quick to charge, taking about four hours to replenish completely from empty, again close to Asus’ claim.

The Asus Chromebook CM14 is also very cheap, and undercuts many other Chromebooks, even those that are considered good value. But performance is sacrificed, especially when multitasking. If you’re on the lookout for Chromebooks that won’t break the bank, then the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook is the best in this regard, while the Acer Chromebook Plus 515 is great for students.

Asus Chromebook CM14: Price and availability

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• $299 / £299 (about AU$473)
• Available now in black
• Cheaper than the competition

The Asus Chromebook CM14 costs $299 / £299 (about AU$473) and is available now in one color: black. It can be configured with 4GB or 8GB of RAM, but only one storage size: 64GB.

It’s cheaper than the best laptops in the budget-friendly realm, and even cheaper than the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook, which is the best Chromebook for those on a budget in our view. However, the IdeaPad Flex 3 is a 2-in-1 device, so can be used like a tablet when the mood strikes. It also has an even better battery life than the Asus Chromebook CM14, and is built like a tank to boot.

For about the same price or cheaper than the Asus Chromebook CM14 in some territories, you could have the Acer Chromebook 314, which is one of the best student Chromebook picks for those on a budget. Like the Asus Chromebook CM14, it has a great battery life, but with the added benefits of a 2-in-1 design and an impressive display – aspects the Asus Chromebook CM14 lacks.

• Value: 3.5 / 5

Asus Chromebook CM14: Specs

The review unit of the Asus Chromebook CM14 I had was configured with 4GB of RAM.

Asus Chromebook CM14: Design

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• Thin and light for its size
• 180-degree opening
• Not the sharpest display

The Asus Chromebook CM14 sports a smart, understated design. The dull black colorway does little to inject much interest, but it certainly fits in a professional environment. It’s also pleasantly light and thin given its 14-inch size, weighing just 1.45kg (3.20 lbs). Both these aspects make it easy to travel with.

The build quality seems quite good too, with the partially recycled materials appearing relatively robust for a Chromebook of this class. However, the hinge for the lid isn’t the tightest, causing the screen to feel a little flimsy, but I wouldn’t highlight this as a major concern.

The hinges also prop up the back of the chassis when the lid is open past 90 degrees, but thankfully the bottom remains stable enough to type on. The lid also reclines all the way to 180 degrees, which provides flexible usage options.

The two USB-C ports are a welcome addition considering their versatility, as they allow for power and data – including internet – to run through, as well as facilitating connections to a myriad of peripherals, including external displays. There’s also one USB-A port with SuperSpeed (SS) capability, a Micro SD slot, and a 3.5mm audio jack, useful for those using wired headphones or speakers.

The display, on the other hand, is a let down. The 1366 x 768 resolution looks outdated, with an ever-present blurriness plaguing the interface, no matter how you resize it in the system settings. It also looks a little washed out, lacking the vibrancy of other Chromebook displays. It’s quite reflective too, with certain angles causing the screen to turn almost completely white or black, depending on the ambient lighting.

• Design score: 3.5 / 5

Asus Chromebook CM14: Performance

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• Handles light work and gaming
• Good for typing
• Terrible for multitasking

Benchmarks

These are the results of our benchmarking tests for the Asus Chromebook CM14:

TechRadar Battery Life Test: 9 hours and 26 minutes
Jetstream2 Benchmark: 86.506
Kraken Benchmark: 1769.0ms
Speedometer 3.0: 3.49 (±0.12)

The Asus Chromebook CM14 handles the kind of light productivity Chromebook users typically perform reasonably well. Word processing and spreadsheet creation are viable, as is video playback, even at 2K resolutions – but expect the occasional buffer and slowdown at this quality.

As for gaming, the Asus Chromebook CM14 can handle titles with low graphical demands smoothly. I was able to play Clash of Clans with no issue, and Asphalt Legends Unite was just about feasible on high settings; although it was prone to stutter and slowdowns, it wasn't enough to render it unplayable. At lower settings and 30fps, it ran much more smoothly. I was also able to connect a controller via Bluetooth with no issue. More demanding games would be out of the question, though, as the spec is certainly no match for the best gaming laptops out there.

Unfortunately, the Asus Chromebook CM14 falls flat when it comes to multitasking, with the 4GB of RAM installed in my test unit failing to handle even weak workloads. Lightweight applications, including Google’s own software, can create serious issues, with frequent slow-downs, freezes, and outright crashes.

If you hope to run even a couple of apps in tandem, then you’ll likely be disappointed with the performance. Even Chrome can struggle to run with a less-than-moderate amount of tabs open, and basic ChromeOS functions, such as entering task view, can result in freezes too.

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One of the more positive aspects of the performance, though, is the lack of heat and noise produced by the Asus Chromebook CM14. During my time with it, I never heard the fans whirring up under heavy loads, and it never got too hot to touch.

Typing on the Asus Chromebook CM14 is mostly a pleasant experience as well, as the keys are well-spaced and provide enough tactility. Their profile is low too, which makes gliding around them easy. And despite the corner of my right palm making contact with the touchpad while typing, gestures, swipes and clicks never unintentionally registered.

However, that’s about the only positive aspect of the touchpad, as it’s one of the more frustrating aspects of the Asus Chromebook CM14. No matter what sensitivity settings I used, cursor movements were either too sluggish or too fast, with the cursor continuing to move after my finger had stopped, making accurate navigation difficult. What’s more, the surface isn’t smooth enough and generates too much friction, causing a nasty rubbing sensation on the fingers.

As for the webcam, the 720p resolution provides just enough clarity, but there is certainly an element of graininess to images. My camera footage did freeze when making a call in Google Meet, but this could’ve been more of a software glitch rather than a hardware one.

The speakers on the Asus Chromebook CM14 provide reasonable playback quality, with little in the way of distortion and tinniness, as other Chromebook and laptop speakers can suffer from. However, as they’re located on its underside, audio is somewhat muffled, so those after the utmost clarity won’t be best pleased. However, I found them sufficient for calls and other content where sound quality isn’t a top priority.

• Performance score: 2 / 5

Asus Chromebook CM14: Battery life

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• Great battery life
• Better than rivals
• Quick charging too

The Asus Chromebook CM14 redeems itself somewhat with its battery life. Asus claims it will last up to 15 hours, and during our benchmark, it lasted close to nine and a half hours, which is an admirable performance. Charging it from flat to full took about four hours, which is in line with what Asus claims.

It beats the Acer Chromebook Plus 515, our current pick as the best student laptop, which only managed five hours according to our test and was one of the biggest drawbacks of that particular Chromebook. However, it is bested by the best Chromebook overall in our view, the Acer Chromebook Spin 314, which managed over ten hours.

• Battery life: 4 / 5

Should I buy the Asus Chromebook CM14? Buy it if...

You want a long battery life
One of the most impressive aspects of the Asus Chromebook CM14 is its long battery life, and charging times are also conveniently quick.

You’ll want something easy to carry around
Thanks to its light and thin design, the Asus Chromebook CM14 is easy to travel with. That 180-degree lid opening gives it greater flexibility, too.

Don't buy it if...

You want to do any kind of multitasking
Word processing, streaming content, and light gaming it can handle – but as soon as you start doing multiple things at once, it grinds to a halt.

You want the best display
The 14-inch display isn’t the clearest, and even when you scale the resolution, things don’t improve. It’s also too reflective if the angle isn’t just so.

Asus Chromebook CM14 review: Also consider

If you're in the market for a new Chromebook, here are some alternatives to the Asus Chromebook CM14...

Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (2023)
As our current pick as the best Chromebook overall, the Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (2023) gets most aspects right for this kind of device: it has a great display, is good for typing with and is easy to carry around. Battery life is also very good. Read our Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (2023) review.

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook
If you’re looking for another budget-friendly offering, then you should consider the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3, as we think it’s the best Chromebook around in terms of value for money. It’s more expensive than the Asus Chromebook CM14, but we were impressed with its great build quality and battery life. The performance isn’t the best, but we still found it capable of running ChromeOS and Google apps reasonably well. Read our Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chromebook review.

How I tested the Asus Chromebook CM14

• Tested for about a week
• Used in a variety of scenarios
• Extensive laptop and Chromebook experience

I tested the Asus Chromebook CM14 for about a week, during which time I used it for working, browsing, watching video content and playing games. I also connected various peripherals to it via Bluetooth and USB, including a mouse and a gamepad.

I played games such as Clash of Clans and Asphalt Legends Unite. I used Google Docs and Google Sheets, and made use of third-party apps, including Steam and VLC. I also used other popular apps, including YouTube for watching video content in full-HD and ultra-HD. I also streamed video content via Twitch and made a video call to try out its webcam and inbuilt mic.

I have experience testing laptops and have owned a number of such devices, including other Chromebooks, Windows and Mac laptops.

• First reviewed December 2024
• Read more about how we test

• DeepSeek skyrocketed to fame, dethroning ChatGPT, and causing stock jitters
• It quickly grew from 88,000 to 49M visits, but is slowing now, Similarweb data shows
• Despite 614% growth, curiosity in DeepSeek is fading and ChatGPT remains king

Chinese AI upstart DeepSeek, which was trained for a fraction of the price of Western competitors, seemingly appeared out of nowhere when it topped the App Store charts, dethroning ChatGPT, and causing significant stock market turbulence. Like most so-called “overnight” successes, it has actually been around longer than many realize, but its rise has skyrocketed over the past fortnight.

According to fresh Similarweb data, on November 9, 2024, when ChatGPT led AI platforms with 100.4 million global daily visits, followed by Bing.com with 57.3 million, Google’s Gemini with 7.5 million, and Character.ai with 6.5 million. DeepSeek was also present in the rankings, but much lower down with just 88,200 visits.

From there, DeepSeek began a slow but steady climb, reaching 336,800 visits on Christmas Day before hitting 1 million daily views on December 29. After that, its growth accelerated rapidly. On January 25, DeepSeek moved into third place in the AI rankings table with 8.2 million daily visits, surpassing Google Gemini in fourth with 7.1 million, but still trailing behind Bing with 56.4 million and the leader, ChatGPT, with 99.3 million.

Seeing a decline

DeepSeek’s best day was January 28, when it recorded 49 million daily visits. Since then, however, its numbers have been steadily declining. On January 29, visits dropped to 40.8 million, then fell further to 34.1 million on January 30, and it continued decreasing to 29.2 million on January 31.

Week-over-week, DeepSeek has experienced meteoric growth of 614.2%, but the recent downward trend suggests it may be losing momentum. Many users, driven by curiosity, have tried the platform but either found it lacking compared to more established competitors or simply didn’t find enough reason to continue using it regularly.

The distrust Western governments and businesses have of Chinese tech products won't have helped either. ChatGPT’s numbers dropped over that three-day period from January 29 also, but it comfortably remains top dog, with 121.9 million views on January 31.

Whether DeepSeek will recover and regain its momentum remains to be seen, but its rapid rise means it has already made a lasting impact in the competitive AI landscape.

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The Dyson V15s Submarine and WashG1 are both capable of mopping your floors. In fact, they're the only models in Dyson's floor-care lineup that can do so. In this article, we'll compare the two, so you can see which model will suit your needs best.

The V15s Detect Submarine launched in 2023 and is a hybrid vacuum and mop. It's a V15 Detect vacuum, with an extra floorhead just for mopping. The vacuuming capabilities are advanced, but mopping functionality is relatively basic, and both are operated via a trigger that needs to be continually depressed. You can get the full low-down in our Dyson V15s Submarine review.

In contrast, the WashG1 is a dedicated wet cleaner. It launched in 2024 and offers more advanced mopping capabilities: there are multiple mop modes to choose from; it will separate liquid from solid waste for easier disposal; and it has self-cleaning capabilities. It's operated via a single-press button. It can't vacuum at all, though. Find out more in our full Dyson WashG1 review.

Which model you go for will depend on your needs. The V15s Detect Submarine is great if you're short on space, and want a two-in-one appliance for vacuuming and mopping. It's also perhaps a better choice if you only have a bit of hard floor, because the water tanks are far smaller than those of the WashG1. However, be aware that a design flaw means it's very easy to spill dirty water back onto your newly clean floors.

Those with lots of hard floor or wanting to deal with bigger or more challenging spillages would be better opting for the WashG1; but it's a dedicated model that can't clean your carpets, too.

The WashG1 is specifically a wet cleaner, with no vacuuming capabilities (Image credit: Future)

Both are premium priced appliances, with the WashG1 the cheaper of the two. However, when you factor in that the V15s Submarine also comes with all the capabilities of the (not cheap) V15 vacuum, it appears to be slightly better value for money.

That's the short version; read on for a more in-depth look at how the Dyson V15s Submarine vs WashG1 compare.

The Dyson V15s Detect Submarine is a V15 stick vacuum with an extra floorhead for mopping (Image credit: TechRadar / Sharmishta Sarkar) Dyson WashG1 vs V15s Detect Submarine: price

• V15s Submarine is more expensive, at $949.99 / £799.99 / AU$949
• WashG1 is cheaper at $699.99 / £599.99 / AU$1,549
• Both are premium appliances – Submarine is perhaps better value

In the US, the WashG1 has a list price of $699.99, while the V15s Detect Submarine is $949.99 at full price.

In the UK, it's £599.99 for the WashG1 and £799.99 for the V15s Detect Submarine.

Finally, shoppers in Australia can get the WashG1 for AU$949. There are a couple of different V15s options here – the standard model is called the Absolute and costs AU$1,549, and there's an upgraded option with features borrowed from the Gen5detect vacuum, for AU$1,649.

Those are all the list prices when purchasing direct from Dyson – it doesn't account for deals or differences in price when shopping via third-party retailers.

The V15s costs a fair bit more in all territories, but you're perhaps getting better value for money with the V15s, because you're also getting all the functionality of the V15 vacuum. Prices for the V15 on its own start from $749.99 / £649.99 / AU$1,449.

Note that the Submarine floorhead isn't compatible with any other stick vacuums, even the standard V15 – the software has been rewired in the V15s to support vacuuming and mopping.

Dyson WashG1 vs V15s Detect Submarine: specs Dyson WashG1 vs V15s Detect Submarine: design

• V15s Submarine is a V15 vacuum with an extra mop floorhead
• Dyson WashG1 is a dedicated wet floor cleaner; no vacuuming abilities
• WashG1 has larger water tanks and multiple mop rollers

The V15s Detect Submarine looks just like one of Dyson's newest flagship cordless stick vacuums, with a motor, filter, dust bin, and cyclone array. In fact, that's exactly what it is – the difference is entirely in the additional mopping floorhead.

The standard version is based on the V15 vacuum. In Australia only, there's also an upgraded version that's more similar to the Gen5detect, with a crevice tool integrated into the wand, and more advanced filtration.

The V15s Detect Submarine will typically come with two vacuuming floorheads (plus the separate mop). The Motorbar floorhead is suitable for both hard floors and carpet, and is the head that needs to be attached if you want to use automatic suction adjustment. The Fluffy floorhead is specialized for use on hard floors only, and has a built-in laser to illuminate hidden dirt. You'll also get a selection of detail tools (the exact bundle, including specific floorheads, will vary by territory, version and retailer, so do double-check before you buy.) All of this means the V15s can be used for a wide variety of vacuum cleaning tasks.

The mop floorhead contains one velvety roller, and clean and dirty water tanks. Unlike most of today's best wet-and-dry vacuums, there's no suction when the machine is in mopping mode.

The Dyson V15s Detect Submarine's mop floorhead has just one velvety mop roller (Image credit: TechRadar / Sharmishta Sarkar)

The WashG1 has no vacuuming capabilities (so no suction at all) – and is a tool dedicated to only mopping. The only cleaner head comprises two high-density microfiber rollers for liquid spillages, with a plate that presses into them to squeeze out dirty water. The floorhead also includes secondary rollers with big nylon bristles, designed to tackle solid mess.

A key point of difference is that the WashG1 will separate solid and liquid waste as it cleans. So while the dirty water ends up in the dirty water tank, any solid debris is channeled into a tray that sits in the base of the floorhead, ready to be tapped into the bin. This makes emptying easier and is good news for long-term maintenance.

The WashG1 has multiple different rollers, and a tray for solid waste (Image credit: Future)

The setup of the clean and dirty water tanks on the V15s Detect Submarine and the WashG1 is quite different, and on balance the latter is much better.

The V15s has a small bottle for clean water, and the tank for dirty water is hidden behind the roller. This dirty water compartment isn't sealed, so when you're done mopping and remove the floorhead, you'll end up sloshing dirty water over your newly cleaned floor.

The water tanks on the V15s are small, and integrated into the floorhead (Image credit: TechRadar / Sharmishta Sarkar)

On the WashG1, the dirty and clean water tanks are transparent and mounted on the front of the handle, making them more easily visible and accessible. Dyson also specifically addressed the Submarine's leaking issue when designing the WashG1. There, each tank is individually sealed with a screw top. I isn't quite perfect – the caps don't screw on especially deeply, and on test we found that unless handled carefully, the water inlet could also occasionally leak dirty water. Overall, though, it's far, far better than on the Submarine.

The tanks on the WashG1 are much larger and sit on the front of the handle (Image credit: Future)

Another thing to be aware of is that the water tanks on the WashG1 are far larger than those on the Submarine. The WashG1 will hold about a liter of clean water at a time, while the Submarine will hold only 300ml. The Submarine will manage roughly a large living room before you'll need to refill – if you have a number of rooms you want to mop, you'll get round faster and with fewer interruptions with the WashG1.

Controls and screen

The V15s Detect Submarine is operated by a trigger, which needs to be continually depressed for use, whereas the WashG1 has the far more user-friendly single-press button.

The Submarine has just one cleaning mode, plus there's no way to choose different water levels (even via the MyDyson app). In contrast, the WashG1 has many: three different hydration modes, alongside a no-water mode and a Max mode. That last one is the wettest of the lot, and is designed for ingrained dirt.

The V15s has one water mode, and the LCD screen shows remaining clean water (Image credit: TechRadar / Sharmishta Sarkar)

Both models feature a small LCD screen on which to display a range of information. The V15s uses this to deliver real-time reports on what's being sucked up when in vacuum mode; in mop mode, it will display the percentage of clean water available, so you know when you're running out. Unfortunately, it doesn't convey when the otherwise hidden dirty water tank is nearing full, which exacerbates the spillage issue.

The WashG1 has various modes, and uses its screen to provide a range of info (Image credit: Future)

The WashG1 uses its screen to show the hydration mode you're using, and also provides a countdown of how much battery life remains. It display graphics informing you if you need to complete any tasks – so prior to self-cleaning, it will let you know if you need to empty the solid waste tray, for example.

In terms of tank sensors, Dyson has gone the opposite way to the V15s, and will inform you when the WashG1's dirty water tank is full but not when the clean water is empty. However, you can view this for yourself because the tank on this model is mounted on the handle.

Dock

You can dock the Submarine on a wall-mounted charger, to keep it out of the way. Plus, it comes with a drip tray for when the Submarine floorhead is wet. This is useful for catching spillages when removing the mop head, too. Alternatively, certain versions of the V15s (including our review model) come with a "Floor Dok Multi", which is freestanding and includes spaces for all the different attachments.

The WashG1 has a minimal floor dock (Image credit: Future)

The WashG1 can't be wall-mounted, although to its credit, the floor dock is very minimal – only marginally bigger than the floorhead, and very lightweight.

Dyson WashG1 vs V15s Detect Submarine: maintenance

• WashG1 has a self-clean mode; V15s does not
• Both have removable and washable rollers
• WashG1 also separates solid from liquid waste for easier disposal

The V15s Submarine's mop roller is removable and fully washable. In fact, the mop floorhead comes apart and can be completely rinsed out. (For vacuuming, the dust cup is the easy-empty Dyson style one.)

On the V15s, the whole mop section can be rinsed out (Image credit: TechRadar / Sharmishta Sarkar)

A point of difference is that the WashG1 comes with a self-clean cycle. Taking two minutes to run, it's designed to be used after every mopping session, when you place the cleaner back on its dock. It runs clean water through the machine and uses a brush bar to clear any lingering solid debris from the rollers, then completes a no-water cycle to dry everything off a bit.

This needs to be supplemented with occasional deep cleans. For this, all the rollers can be removed and rinsed, as can the solid waste tray. The rest of the floorhead doesn't come off, though. The water tanks are large enough to get your whole hand in, making them super easy to clean, and there are no sharp corners where grime can build up.

Dyson WashG1 vs V15s Detect Submarine: performance

• WashG1 has multiple modes, and can handle more challenging cleans
• Dirty water tank of V15s is open and spills easily when removed
• WashG1's single-press operation is less fiddly than V15s' trigger

Dyson always shines when it comes to maneuverability, and both the V15s Detect Submarine and Wash G1 are easy to drive around your home and great at pivoting around furniture and getting into corners. The mop parts are motorized, so they gently propel each machine forward in use, which helps negate the effect of the extra weight added by the water tanks.

The weight is distributed differently on each machine. The V15s has a heavy vacuum motor and battery at the top, whereas much of the WashG1's weight is in the base. Operation of the WashG1 is simpler – you just press a button once, whereas on the V15s you need to compress the trigger continually as you clean.

The placement of the rollers is slightly better on the WashG1 versus the V15s Submarine. On the WashG1, the rollers fill almost the entire width and length of the floorhead, and there's a thin cover that prevents wet marks on your baseboards. On the V15s, there's slightly more of a gap along the short edges of the floorhead and the cover doesn't drop down so far at the front, meaning you can end up with damp baseboards. However, both are generally very good at getting up close to the edges of rooms.

The floorhead design is slightly better on the WashG1 (right) in terms of the roller placement (Image credit: Future)

In terms of vacuuming, the V15s Detect Submarine boasts superb suction and a very powerful motor, and the vacuuming accessories are well designed and useful. An auto mode adjusts suction based on the dirt level on the floor, for a thorough, battery-efficient clean.

Since there's no counterpoint on the WashG1, we won't get too in depth on the vacuum performance here – head direct to our Dyson V15 Detect review (the same base model) for more detail including the results of our suction tests – but the short version is we have no complaints on this front. It's one of the very best cordless vacuums on the market.

The V15s offers excellent vacuuming (Image credit: TechRadar / Sharmishta Sarkar)

Moving on to mopping. Both the WashG1 and Dyson V15s Detect Submarine are great at tackling wet spills, small bits of debris, and mud. The WashG1 has multiple mopping modes and various rollers, which means it's better at tackling tougher messes over the Submarine, which only has one mode and one roller.

The Submarine also isn't really geared towards liquid and debris spillages – cereal and milk, for instance. If you do use it to tackle any small bits of solid waste, you'll need to make sure you clean it out thoroughly afterwards. Also bear in mind that because solids and liquids aren't separated, you'll need to account for that when getting rid of waste. The WashG1, on the other hand, helpfully splits solid and liquid, so you can pour the liquid down the sink, and throw solid waste into the trash.

This tray on the WashG1 collects solid waste (Image credit: Future)

The mop functionality of both models can tackle dust, but not as efficiently as a vacuum cleaner – so if you have only hard floors and opt for a WashG1, you might still want a vacuum cleaner in your arsenal. The Submarine, however, has a vacuum floorhead(s) for that.

Neither cleaner is especially aggressive in its agitation – neither will "scrub: your floors, nor get into grouting cracks. In addition, both are really designed for use on perfectly flat floors, rather than those that might be uneven (this is true of the vast majority of wet cleaners).

Both the WashG1 and V15s are cordless cleaners. The WashG1's maximum battery life is 35 minutes, which isn't as long as your average cordless stick vac, but remains decent. The motor will automatically pause when the handle is clicked upright, so battery isn't wasted. The V15s promises a maximum of 60 minutes of cleaning, but in vacuum mode. We don't have a record of how long it will last in mopping mode, but we'd assume at least as long as the WashG1.

Dyson WashG1 vs V15s Detect Submarine: which should I buy? Buy the Dyson WashG1 if...

You're dealing with lots of dirt

With its multiple wet cleaning modes, various rollers, and separation of solid and liquid waste, the WashG1 is set up to deal with more demanding mopping tasks and is far better at coping with messes that combine solid and liquid waste. You'll also appreciate the self-clean cycle.View Deal

You want to do lots of mopping at once

The WashG1 has far larger water tanks, so you'll be able to mop large areas without interruption. The V15s is good for maybe a large living room before you'll need to refill.View Deal

You don't want to press a trigger to clean

It might seem like a small thing, but the V15s' trigger operation is annoying in longer use – the WashG1's one-press button makes for much more comfortable cleaning.View Deal

Buy the Dyson V15s Detect Submarine if...

You're short on space

As well as combining two machines – vacuum and mop – in one, the Submarine can be wall-mounted when not in use. The WashG1 needs to dock on the floor. Do note that you'll need to store the Submarine's mop floorhead separately, though.View Deal

You also want to vacuum

The WashG1 is no good for your carpets, and even if you don't have any, if you ever wanted to also vacuum your hard floors, stairs or furniture, the V15s is more than up to the task.View Deal

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