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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£35
  • Avg. price in US: ~$40
  • Power: 1,200 W
  • Capacity: 18 L
  • Weight: 4.3 kg
  • Noise Level: 58 dB
  • Tank Material: stainless steel

Kaminer Famins 1162 review. Compare 37 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Ash Vacuums category and whether it is worth buying.

8.4

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of products in the Ash Vacuums category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Ash Vacuums category.

Score components:

80.0%

8.4

Technical Score

20.0%

8.7

User score

Excellent
8.4

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Ash Vacuums category across these key areas: Performance, Design, Filter & Accessories.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Ash Vacuums category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

8.7

Performance

25.0%

8.6

Filter & Accessories

15.0%

6.6

Design

Excellent
8.7

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Ash Vacuums category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Ash Vacuums category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

8.2

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.1
(440)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

Excellent
  • 9.6
    Professional use

    Score components:

    40.0%

    10

    Rated motor power

    35.0%

    8.9

    Capacity

    25.0%

    10

    Reinforced Metal Hose

  • 9.7
    Fireplace cleaning

    Score components:

    40.0%

    10

    Metal End Nozzle

    35.0%

    10

    Reinforced Metal Hose

    25.0%

    8.9

    Capacity

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Verdict

The Kaminer Famins 1162 is a 1200 W ash vacuum with a sealed 20-litre stainless-steel tank, dual HEPA and textile filtration, and a blower function. A folding handle, four removable wheels and a 2 m galvanized hose improve mobility for fireplace, barbecue and workshop cleanup. Its 2 m power cable limits reach, and it should be used only with cooled ash.

Technical Specifications of ash vacuum Kaminer Famins 1162

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Ash Vacuums category across these key areas: Performance, Design, Filter & Accessories.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Ash Vacuums category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

8.7

Performance

25.0%

8.6

Filter & Accessories

15.0%

6.6

Design

8.4
Kaminer Famins 1162 has a technical score of 8.37 points, which is higher than 91.5% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Ash Vacuums category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Ash Vacuums category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

8.2

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.1
(440)

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

8.7
Kaminer Famins 1162 has a user score of 8.74 points, which is higher than 71.3% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Ash Vacuums category.
When it matters: When you prefer products in the Ash Vacuums category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
10
Kaminer Famins 1162 has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 69.2% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Ash Vacuums category with their prices.

When it matters: When you are comparing products in the Ash Vacuums category and want a good balance between quality and price.

Score components:

60.0%

8.4

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

8.9
Kaminer Famins 1162 has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.9 points, which is higher than 93.6% of products in this category.
Wet & Dry
What it is: Shows whether the ash vacuum can handle both dry ash and wet debris or liquids.
When it matters: When you want one vacuum for fireplaces plus occasional workshop or garage messes.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: Yes

no
Kaminer Famins 1162 is limited to dry cleaning; wet-and-dry cleaning is available in 9.9% of ash vacuums.
Cordless
What it is: Shows whether the ash vacuum runs on a battery instead of a mains power cable.
When it matters: When portability and easy use away from a power outlet matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: Yes

no
Kaminer Famins 1162 requires a power cable; cordless operation is available in 10.6% of ash vacuums.
Bagless
What it is: Shows whether the ash vacuum collects debris without disposable dust bags.
When it matters: When you want simpler maintenance and lower running costs over time.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: Yes

yes
Kaminer Famins 1162 uses a bagless dust container, a design found in 98.9% of ash vacuums.
Power
What it is: Shows the motor power rating of the ash vacuum.
When it matters: When you compare motor strength and expected cleaning performance.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 1200 W

1,200 W
Kaminer Famins 1162 has a motor power of 1200 W, which is higher than that of 46.7% of ash vacuums and equal to that of 44.4% of ash vacuums.
Capacity
What it is: Shows the ash or dust container capacity of the ash vacuum.
When it matters: When you want fewer interruptions to empty the container during cleanup.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 20 L

18 L
Kaminer Famins 1162 has a dust-container capacity of 18 L, which is larger than that of 38.3% of ash vacuums and equal to that of 14.9% of ash vacuums.
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Tank Material
What it is: Shows what material the main tank or container is made from.
When it matters: When durability, heat resistance, and long-term robustness matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: Stainless steel or steel

stainless steel
Kaminer Famins 1162 uses stainless steel for its tank material, which is more durable than that of 79.6% of ash vacuums and the same as that of 20.5% of ash vacuums.
Power Cable Holder
What it is: Shows whether the ash vacuum has a dedicated holder or wrap for the power cable.
When it matters: When neat storage and cable management matter in your garage or workshop.

Importance: LOW

Good value: Yes

yes
Kaminer Famins 1162 includes a power-cable holder, a feature found in 56.1% of ash vacuums.
Power Cable Length
What it is: Shows the length of the power cable.
When it matters: When you want to reach more areas without changing power outlets often.

Importance: LOW

Good value: At least 4 m

2 m
Kaminer Famins 1162 has a power cable measuring 2 m, which is shorter than that of 54.8% of ash vacuums and the same length as that of 20.6% of ash vacuums.
Operating Radius
What it is: Shows how far you can work from the power outlet with the vacuum setup.
When it matters: When you need freedom of movement around fireplaces, stoves, or large work areas.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: At least 6 m

3 m
Kaminer Famins 1162 has an operating radius of 3 m, which is shorter than that of 62.5% of ash vacuums and the same as that of 18.8% of ash vacuums.
Suction Hose Diameter
What it is: Shows the diameter of the suction hose.
When it matters: When you compare airflow potential and how easily larger debris can pass through the hose.

Importance: LOW

Good value: At least 38 mm

35 mm
Kaminer Famins 1162 has a suction hose diameter of 35 mm, which is wider than that of 13.2% of ash vacuums and the same as that of 50% of ash vacuums.
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HEPA Filter
What it is: Shows whether the ash vacuum includes a HEPA filter.
When it matters: When cleaner exhaust air and finer dust capture matter to you.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: Yes

yes
Kaminer Famins 1162 includes a HEPA filter, a feature found in 87.5% of ash vacuums.
Sponge Filter
What it is: Shows whether the ash vacuum includes a sponge filter.
When it matters: When you compare basic filtration setup and filter layering.

Importance: LOW

Good value: Yes

no
Kaminer Famins 1162 does not include a sponge filter; sponge filters are included in 6.6% of ash vacuums.
Washable Filter
What it is: Shows whether the main filter can be washed and reused.
When it matters: When lower maintenance cost and easier filter upkeep matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: Yes

yes
Kaminer Famins 1162 uses a washable filter, a feature found in 90% of ash vacuums.
Automatic Filter Cleaning
What it is: Shows whether the ash vacuum can clean its filter automatically.
When it matters: When you want steadier airflow and less manual filter maintenance.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: Yes

no
Kaminer Famins 1162 requires manual filter cleaning; automatic filter cleaning is available in 12.1% of ash vacuums.
Reinforced Metal Hose
What it is: Shows whether the ash vacuum uses a reinforced metal suction hose.
When it matters: When heat resistance and durability near warm ash matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: Yes

yes
Kaminer Famins 1162 includes a reinforced metal hose, a feature found in 96.7% of ash vacuums.
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Kaminer Famins 1162 vs the average ash vacuum

  • 3 kPa more suction pressure
    2 kPa more suction pressure: Kaminer Famins 1162 has 20 kPa, while the average ash vacuum has 17 kPa.
    What it is: Shows the maximum suction pressure of the ash vacuum.
    When it matters: When you compare how effectively the vacuum can pull in dense ash and heavier debris.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: At least 19 kPa

    2 kPa more suction pressure: Kaminer Famins 1162 has 20 kPa, while the average ash vacuum has 17 kPa.20 kPa vs 17 kPa
  • 21 dB lower noise level
    2 dB less operating noise: Kaminer Famins 1162 has 58 dB, while the average ash vacuum has 79 dB.
    What it is: Shows how much noise the ash vacuum produces during operation.
    When it matters: When quieter operation matters in your home, garage, or workshop.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: Up to 74 dB

    2 dB less operating noise: Kaminer Famins 1162 has 58 dB, while the average ash vacuum has 79 dB.58 dB vs 79 dB
  • 1 m longer suction hose
    2 m longer suction hose: Kaminer Famins 1162 has 2 m, while the average ash vacuum has 1 m.
    What it is: Shows the length of the suction hose.
    When it matters: When you want easier reach into fireplaces, grills, or awkward corners.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: At least 1.5 m

    2 m longer suction hose: Kaminer Famins 1162 has 2 m, while the average ash vacuum has 1 m.2 m vs 1 m
  • More durable tank material
    Kaminer Famins 1162 uses a more durable tank material than the average ash vacuum (stainless steel vs metal).
    What it is: Shows what material the main tank or container is made from.
    When it matters: When durability, heat resistance, and long-term robustness matter to you.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: Stainless steel or steel

    Kaminer Famins 1162 uses a more durable tank material than the average ash vacuum (stainless steel vs metal).stainless steel vs metal
  • 4 more wheels
    2 more wheels: Kaminer Famins 1162 has a wheel count of 4, while the average ash vacuum has a wheel count of 0.
    What it is: Shows how many wheels the ash vacuum has.
    When it matters: When you compare how stable and easy to move the vacuum may be.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: At least 4

    2 more wheels: Kaminer Famins 1162 has a wheel count of 4, while the average ash vacuum has a wheel count of 0.4 vs 0
  • 28.6% cheaper
    Kaminer Famins 1162 is cheaper than the average ash vacuum (£35 vs £45).
    Kaminer Famins 1162 is cheaper than the average ash vacuum (£35 vs £45).£35 vs £45
  • 8.8% better value for money
    Kaminer Famins 1162 offers better value for money than the average ash vacuum (8.91 vs 8.191).
    What it is: An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Ash Vacuums category with their prices.
    When it matters: When you are comparing products in the Ash Vacuums category and want a good balance between quality and price.
    Kaminer Famins 1162 offers better value for money than the average ash vacuum (8.91 vs 8.191).8.91 vs 8.19
  • 9.3% higher user score
    Kaminer Famins 1162 has a higher user score than the average ash vacuum (8.74 vs 8).
    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Ash Vacuums category.
    When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Ash Vacuums category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
    Kaminer Famins 1162 has a higher user score than the average ash vacuum (8.74 vs 8).8.74 vs 8
  • 3 kPa more suction pressure
    2 kPa more suction pressure: Kaminer Famins 1162 has 20 kPa, while the average ash vacuum has 17 kPa.
  • 21 dB lower noise level
    2 dB less operating noise: Kaminer Famins 1162 has 58 dB, while the average ash vacuum has 79 dB.
  • 1 m longer suction hose
    2 m longer suction hose: Kaminer Famins 1162 has 2 m, while the average ash vacuum has 1 m.
  • More durable tank material
    Kaminer Famins 1162 uses a more durable tank material than the average ash vacuum (stainless steel vs metal).
  • 4 more wheels
    2 more wheels: Kaminer Famins 1162 has a wheel count of 4, while the average ash vacuum has a wheel count of 0.

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Overall
Performance
Design
  • 1 m shorter operating radius
    2 m shorter operating radius: Kaminer Famins 1162 has 3 m, while the average ash vacuum has 4 m.
  • 0.4 kg higher weight
    2 kg heavier body weight: Kaminer Famins 1162 weighs 4.3 kg, while the average ash vacuum weighs 3.9 kg.
  • 0.5 m shorter power cable
    2 m shorter power cable: Kaminer Famins 1162 has 2 m, while the average ash vacuum has 2.5 m.
  • 40 mm taller body
    2 mm taller body height: Kaminer Famins 1162 has 420 mm, while the average ash vacuum has 380 mm.
  • 10 mm wider body
    2 mm wider body width: Kaminer Famins 1162 has 320 mm, while the average ash vacuum has 310 mm.
  • 7.5 mm deeper body
    2 mm deeper body depth: Kaminer Famins 1162 has 320 mm, while the average ash vacuum has 312.5 mm.
  • 1 m shorter operating radius
    2 m shorter operating radius: Kaminer Famins 1162 has 3 m, while the average ash vacuum has 4 m.
    What it is: Shows how far you can work from the power outlet with the vacuum setup.
    When it matters: When you need freedom of movement around fireplaces, stoves, or large work areas.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: At least 6 m

    2 m shorter operating radius: Kaminer Famins 1162 has 3 m, while the average ash vacuum has 4 m.3 m vs 4 m
  • 0.4 kg higher weight
    2 kg heavier body weight: Kaminer Famins 1162 weighs 4.3 kg, while the average ash vacuum weighs 3.9 kg.
    What it is: Shows the weight of the ash vacuum.
    When it matters: When carrying, lifting, or moving the vacuum around matters to you.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: Up to 2.6 kg

    2 kg heavier body weight: Kaminer Famins 1162 weighs 4.3 kg, while the average ash vacuum weighs 3.9 kg.4.3 kg vs 3.9 kg
  • 0.5 m shorter power cable
    2 m shorter power cable: Kaminer Famins 1162 has 2 m, while the average ash vacuum has 2.5 m.
    What it is: Shows the length of the power cable.
    When it matters: When you want to reach more areas without changing power outlets often.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: At least 4 m

    2 m shorter power cable: Kaminer Famins 1162 has 2 m, while the average ash vacuum has 2.5 m.2 m vs 2.5 m
  • 40 mm taller body
    2 mm taller body height: Kaminer Famins 1162 has 420 mm, while the average ash vacuum has 380 mm.
    What it is: Shows the overall height of the ash vacuum.
    When it matters: When compact storage or fitting under shelves matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: Up to 310 mm

    2 mm taller body height: Kaminer Famins 1162 has 420 mm, while the average ash vacuum has 380 mm.420 mm vs 380 mm
  • 10 mm wider body
    2 mm wider body width: Kaminer Famins 1162 has 320 mm, while the average ash vacuum has 310 mm.
    What it is: Shows the overall width of the ash vacuum.
    When it matters: When storage space or fit in tighter areas matters to you.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: Up to 265 mm

    2 mm wider body width: Kaminer Famins 1162 has 320 mm, while the average ash vacuum has 310 mm.320 mm vs 310 mm
  • 7.5 mm deeper body
    2 mm deeper body depth: Kaminer Famins 1162 has 320 mm, while the average ash vacuum has 312.5 mm.
    What it is: Shows the overall depth of the ash vacuum.
    When it matters: When storage footprint or placement in front of a stove matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: Up to 265 mm

    2 mm deeper body depth: Kaminer Famins 1162 has 320 mm, while the average ash vacuum has 312.5 mm.320 mm vs 312.5 mm
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Design

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United Kingdom
amazon
4.1
440 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Kaminer Famins 1162?

  • Powerful 1200W motor provides reliable suction and efficient cleaning
  • Double filter system effectively prevents fine dust from escaping into the room
  • Generous 20-liter stainless steel tank capacity allows multiple cleanings before emptying
  • Versatile secondary blower function is convenient for clearing debris or leaves
  • Relatively quiet operation that does not exceed the volume of a standard household vacuum
  • Easy assembly and compact design make it highly portable

What customers dislike about Kaminer Famins 1162?

  • Filters can clog quickly and reduce suction power if overloaded with large volumes of very fine ash
  • Cleaning out the accumulated fine dust from the vacuum chamber can occasionally be messy

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