OVERALL
ALTERNATIVES
SPECS
VS AVERAGE
REVIEWS

Sealey CP20VAV Review | 37 Data compared

Avg. price:~£45Power:150 WCapacity:15 LWeight:2.4 kgNoise Level:80 dBTank Material:metal

Sealey CP20VAV 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.

5.7

Overall score

Score
5.7/ 10
✕
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 distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components

80%

5.5

Technical Score

20%

6.8

User score

▼Worse than 95% of ash-vacuums
5.5

Technical Score

Technical score
5.5/ 10
✕
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 distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components

60%

4.4

Performance

25%

7.4

Filter & Accessories

15%

6.4

Design

▼Worse than 95% of ash-vacuums
6.8

User score

User score
6.8/ 10
✕
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 distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

2.3

Number of reviews

Based on 2 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
▼Worse than 87% of ash-vacuums
  • sealey-cp20vav
  • sealey-cp20vav
  • sealey-cp20vav
  • sealey-cp20vav
  • sealey-cp20vav
  • sealey-cp20vav
  • sealey-cp20vav
  • sealey-cp20vav
sealey-cp20vav
sealey-cp20vav
sealey-cp20vav
sealey-cp20vav
sealey-cp20vav
sealey-cp20vav
sealey-cp20vav
sealey-cp20vav

Best prices

*As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

Best rankings

Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Loading category ranking...

Verdict

The Sealey CP20VAV is a portable, cordless 20V ash vacuum cleaner from the SV20 Series featuring a 150W motor that delivers a maximum vacuum pressure of 100mbar and an airflow of 36m³/hr. Key characteristics include a 15L drum capacity with quick-release clips, a 1m flexible metal-lined suction hose designed for safely handling fine debris and ash up to 40°C, a 35mm accessory diameter with a round aluminum nozzle, and a built-in top outlet that easily switches the unit into a blower. Main pros are its lightweight design at just 2.4kg, its effective HEPA filter with an inner metal mesh to prevent dust leakage, and its cross-compatibility with other SV20 series lithium-ion power tool batteries. However, notable cons include its standard configuration being sold as a "body only" unit, meaning the necessary 20V battery and mains charger must be purchased separately, and it is strictly limited to cleaning cooled debris under 40°C.

Technical Specifications of ash vacuum Sealey CP20VAV

Technical Score
Technical score
5.5/ 10
✕
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 distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components:

60%

4.4

Performance

25%

7.4

Filter & Accessories

15%

6.4

Design

5.5
Sealey CP20VAV has a technical score of 5.5 points, which is lower than 94.7% of products in this category.
User score
User score
6.8/ 10
✕
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 distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

2.3

Number of reviews

Based on 2 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
6.8
Sealey CP20VAV has a user score of 6.85 points, which is lower than 87.2% of products in this category.
Popularity
Popularity
2.3/ 10
✕
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.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 76% of models
Popularity:
Sealey CP20VAV has a popularity score of 2.3 points, which is lower than 75.5% of products in this category.
2.3
Sealey CP20VAV has a popularity score of 2.3 points, which is lower than 75.5% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.0/ 10
✕
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 distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components:

60%

5.7

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.0
Sealey CP20VAV has a value-for-money score of 7 points, which is lower than 93.6% of products in this category.
Wet & Dry
no
Wet & Dry
no
▼ Worse than 10% of models
This ash vacuum is limited to dry cleaning; this feature is present in 9.6% of ash vacuums.
Cordless
yes
Cordless
yes
★ Better than 94% of models
This ash vacuum supports cordless operation, a feature found in 6.4% of ash vacuums.
Bagless
yes
Bagless
yes
▲ Better than 1% of models
This ash vacuum operates without a dust bag, a feature found in 98.9% of ash vacuums.
Power
150 W
Power
150 W
▼ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <600 W – >1.2k W
This ash vacuum has a rated power of 150 W, which is lower than that of 94.6% of ash vacuums and equal to that of 1.1% of them.
Capacity
15 L
Capacity
15 L
▼ Worse than 65% of models
Market range: <10 L – >20 L
This ash vacuum has a container capacity of 15 L, which is smaller than that of 64.9% of ash vacuums and equal to that of 10.6% of them.
Show more
Tank Material
metal
Tank Material
metal
▼ Worse than 50% of models
This ash vacuum uses metal for its tank, which is less durable than the tank materials used by 50% of ash vacuums and comparable in durability to those used by 50% of them.
Power Cable Holder
no
Power Cable Holder
no
▼ Worse than 58% of models
This ash vacuum does not include a power-cable holder; this feature is present in 57.9% of ash vacuums.
Power Cable Length
N/A
Operating Radius
N/A
Suction Hose Diameter
35 mm
Suction Hose Diameter
35 mm
▼ Worse than 37% of models
Market range: <31.8 mm – >38.5 mm
This ash vacuum has a suction hose diameter of 35 mm, which is wider than that of 12.9% of ash vacuums and equal to that of 50% of them.
Show more
HEPA Filter
yes
HEPA Filter
yes
▲ Better than 13% of models
This ash vacuum includes a HEPA filter, a feature found in 86.8% of ash vacuums.
Sponge Filter
no
Sponge Filter
no
▼ Worse than 6% of models
This ash vacuum does not include a sponge filter; this feature is present in 6.4% of ash vacuums.
Washable Filter
yes
Washable Filter
yes
▲ Better than 11% of models
This ash vacuum uses a washable filter, a feature found in 89.4% of ash vacuums.
Automatic Filter Cleaning
no
Automatic Filter Cleaning
no
▼ Worse than 12% of models
This ash vacuum requires manual filter cleaning; this feature is present in 11.7% of ash vacuums.
Reinforced Metal Hose
yes
Reinforced Metal Hose
yes
▲ Better than 3% of models
This ash vacuum includes a reinforced metal hose, a feature found in 96.8% of ash vacuums.
Show more

Sealey CP20VAV vs the average ash vacuum

246810TotalPerformanceDesignFilter & Accessories
  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This ash vacuum supports cordless operation, while the average ash vacuum requires a power cable.
  • 38.5% lighter
    Weight
    2.4 kg
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <2.3 kg – >6 kg
    40% lighter: this ash vacuum is lighter than the average ash vacuum (2.4 kg vs 3.9 kg).
    2.4 kg vs 3.9 kg
  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This ash vacuum supports cordless operation, while the average ash vacuum requires a power cable.
  • 38.5% lighter
    Weight
    2.4 kg
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <2.3 kg – >6 kg
    40% lighter: this ash vacuum is lighter than the average ash vacuum (2.4 kg vs 3.9 kg).
    2.4 kg vs 3.9 kg
  • 1,050 W less motor power
    Power
    150 W
    ▼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <600 W – >1.2k W
    This ash vacuum has less motor power than the average ash vacuum (150 W vs 1200 W). The average ash vacuum has a motor power of 1200 W.
    150 W vs 1,200 W
  • 7 kPa less suction pressure
    Suction Pressure
    10 kPa
    ▼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <10 kPa – >20 kPa
    This ash vacuum has a lower suction pressure than the average ash vacuum (10 kPa vs 17 kPa). The average ash vacuum has a suction pressure of 17 kPa.
    10 kPa vs 17 kPa
  • 18 L/s less airflow
    Airflow
    10 L/s
    ▼ Worse than 100% of models
    Market range: <16 L/s – >45 L/s
    This ash vacuum moves less air than the average ash vacuum (10 L/s vs 28 L/s). The average ash vacuum has an airflow of 28 L/s.
    10 L/s vs 28 L/s
  • 3 L less container capacity
    Capacity
    15 L
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <10 L – >20 L
    This ash vacuum has less container capacity than the average ash vacuum (15 L vs 18 L). The average ash vacuum has a container capacity of 18 L.
    15 L vs 18 L
  • 1 dB higher operating noise
    Noise Level
    80 dB
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <72 dB – >84 dB
    This ash vacuum operates more noisily than the average ash vacuum (80 dB vs 79 dB). The average ash vacuum operates at 79 dB.
    80 dB vs 79 dB
  • No power-cable holder
    Power Cable Holder
    no
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    This ash vacuum does not include a power-cable holder, while the average ash vacuum includes a power-cable holder.
  • 16.6% worse value for money
    Sealey CP20VAV offers worse value for money than the average ash vacuum (7.01 vs 8.2).
    7.01 vs 8.17
  • 16.9% lower user score
    User score
    6.8/ 10
    ✕
    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 distribution
    ▼
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Sealey CP20VAV
    the average ash vacuum
    ▲ Better than 56% of models
    Sealey CP20VAV has a lower user score than the average ash vacuum (6.85 vs 8.000).
    6.85 vs 8
  • 16.6% worse value for money
    Sealey CP20VAV offers worse value for money than the average ash vacuum (7.01 vs 8.2).
    7.01 vs 8.17
  • 16.9% lower user score
    User score
    6.8/ 10
    ✕
    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 distribution
    ▼
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Sealey CP20VAV
    the average ash vacuum
    ▲ Better than 56% of models
    Sealey CP20VAV has a lower user score than the average ash vacuum (6.85 vs 8.000).
    6.85 vs 8
  • 2.77x less popular
    Sealey CP20VAV is less popular than the average ash vacuum (2.28 vs 6.3).
    2.28 vs 6.33
  • 1,050 W less motor power
    Power
    150 W
    ▼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <600 W – >1.2k W
    This ash vacuum has less motor power than the average ash vacuum (150 W vs 1200 W). The average ash vacuum has a motor power of 1200 W.
    150 W vs 1,200 W
  • 7 kPa less suction pressure
    Suction Pressure
    10 kPa
    ▼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <10 kPa – >20 kPa
    This ash vacuum has a lower suction pressure than the average ash vacuum (10 kPa vs 17 kPa). The average ash vacuum has a suction pressure of 17 kPa.
    10 kPa vs 17 kPa
  • 18 L/s less airflow
    Airflow
    10 L/s
    ▼ Worse than 100% of models
    Market range: <16 L/s – >45 L/s
    This ash vacuum moves less air than the average ash vacuum (10 L/s vs 28 L/s). The average ash vacuum has an airflow of 28 L/s.
    10 L/s vs 28 L/s
  • 3 L less container capacity
    Capacity
    15 L
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <10 L – >20 L
    This ash vacuum has less container capacity than the average ash vacuum (15 L vs 18 L). The average ash vacuum has a container capacity of 18 L.
    15 L vs 18 L
  • 1 dB higher operating noise
    Noise Level
    80 dB
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <72 dB – >84 dB
    This ash vacuum operates more noisily than the average ash vacuum (80 dB vs 79 dB). The average ash vacuum operates at 79 dB.
    80 dB vs 79 dB
  • No power-cable holder
    Power Cable Holder
    no
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    This ash vacuum does not include a power-cable holder, while the average ash vacuum includes a power-cable holder.

Graphic comparison of Sealey CP20VAV and other products in the Ash Vacuums category

No results found

Third-party reviews

Based on 2 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →

What customers like about Sealey CP20VAV?

  • Cordless and extremely lightweight design provides high portability and ease of movement.
  • Dual-function design easily switches to a blower mode via the top outlet.
  • HEPA filter with an inner metal mesh effectively blocks fine ash and dust leaks.
  • Generous 15-liter capacity tank features quick-release clips for rapid and straightforward emptying.
  • Flexible 1-meter metal-lined suction hose safely handles warm ash up to 40°C (100°F).
  • Part of the SV20 Series power tool platform, allowing users to share the same 20V battery across multiple tools to save on costs.

What customers dislike about Sealey CP20VAV?

  • Sold primarily as a 'body only' unit, requiring a separate purchase for the compatible 20V battery and mains charger if you do not already own SV20 tools.
  • The 1-meter (roughly 3.3 feet) metal hose is considered relatively short for reaching deep into larger setups or chimneys.
  • Restricted to cool or warm debris only, with strict warnings against vacuuming hot, glowing material or active soot.
  • A 150W motor delivers sufficient power for standard maintenance but can struggle with dense, tightly packed, or large debris pieces.

Compare Sealey CP20VAV with other products in the Ash Vacuums category

1Product to compare no. 1
VS
2Product to compare no. 2
VS
3Product to compare no. 3 (optional)