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Valex Cinder 1203 Review | 37 Data compared

Avg. price:~£60Power:1200 WCapacity:20 LWeight:3.9 kgNoise Level:?Tank Material:metal

Valex Cinder 1203 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.

7.8

Overall score

Score
7.8/ 10
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▲ Better than 79% of models
Score components

80%

8.0

Technical Score

20%

6.9

User score

▲Better than 79% of ash-vacuums
8.0

Technical Score

Technical score
8.0/ 10
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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.
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 85% of models
Score components

60%

8.1

Performance

25%

8.4

Filter & Accessories

15%

7.3

Design

▲Better than 85% of ash-vacuums
6.9

User score

User score
6.9/ 10
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

User ratings

30%

5.1

Number of reviews

Based on 33 buyer reviews from online shops.
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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 85% of ash-vacuums
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Verdict

The Valex Cinder 1203 is a 1200W electric ash vacuum cleaner designed to extract both cold and hot ashes up to 40°C from stoves, fireplaces, and barbecues. Key specifications include a spacious 20-liter metal drum, a 1.2-meter flexible metal hose with a 36mm diameter, an aluminum nozzle, a washable, self-extinguishing HEPA cartridge filter with a double internal/external metal frame, and a flame-retardant pre-filter. Major advantages feature its high suction power, dual vacuuming and blowing functionality, and a lightweight 3.9 kg body with integrated transit wheels and a carry handle for portability. However, a notable disadvantage is that the filtration system can clog quickly during heavy use, which significantly reduces suction power midway through cleaning sessions.

Technical Specifications of ash vacuum Valex Cinder 1203

Technical Score
Technical score
8.0/ 10
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 85% of models
Score components:

60%

8.1

Performance

25%

8.4

Filter & Accessories

15%

7.3

Design

8.0
Valex Cinder 1203 has a technical score of 8 points, which is higher than 85.1% of products in this category.
User score
User score
6.9/ 10
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

User ratings

30%

5.1

Number of reviews

Based on 33 buyer reviews from online shops.
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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.
6.9
Valex Cinder 1203 has a user score of 6.86 points, which is lower than 85.1% of products in this category.
Popularity
Popularity
5.1/ 10
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 64% of models
Popularity:
Valex Cinder 1203 has a popularity score of 5.1 points, which is lower than 63.8% of products in this category.
5.1
Valex Cinder 1203 has a popularity score of 5.1 points, which is lower than 63.8% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
8.5/ 10
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 78% of models
Score components:

60%

7.8

Overall score

40%

10

Price

8.5
Valex Cinder 1203 has a value-for-money score of 8.5 points, which is higher than 77.7% 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
no
Cordless
no
▼ Worse than 7% of models
This ash vacuum requires a power cable; this feature is present in 7.5% 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
1,200 W
Power
1,200 W
▲ Better than 46% of models
Market range: <600 W – >1.2k W
This ash vacuum has a rated power of 1,200 W, which is higher than that of 46.2% of ash vacuums and equal to that of 45.2% of them.
Capacity
20 L
Capacity
20 L
▲ Better than 55% of models
Market range: <10 L – >20 L
This ash vacuum has a container capacity of 20 L, which is larger than that of 55.3% of ash vacuums and equal to that of 37.2% of them.
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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
yes
Power Cable Holder
yes
▲ Better than 44% of models
This ash vacuum includes a power-cable holder, a feature found in 56.1% of ash vacuums.
Power Cable Length
?
Operating Radius
?
Suction Hose Diameter
36 mm
Suction Hose Diameter
36 mm
▲ Better than 64% of models
Market range: <31.8 mm – >38.5 mm
This ash vacuum has a suction hose diameter of 36 mm, which is wider than that of 64.3% of ash vacuums and equal to that of 8.6% of them.
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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.
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Valex Cinder 1203 vs the average ash vacuum

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  • 2 L more container capacity
    Capacity
    20 L
    ▲ Better than 55% of models
    Market range: <10 L – >20 L
    This ash vacuum has more container capacity than the average ash vacuum (20 L vs 18 L). The average ash vacuum has a container capacity of 18 L.
    20 L vs 18 L
  • Rigid extension tubes
    Rigid Extension Tubes
    yes
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    This ash vacuum includes rigid extension tubes, while the average ash vacuum does not include rigid extension tubes.
  • Universal floor nozzle
    Universal Floor Nozzle
    yes
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    This ash vacuum includes a universal floor nozzle, while the average ash vacuum does not include a universal floor nozzle.
  • Flat crevice nozzle
    Flat Crevice Nozzle
    yes
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    This ash vacuum includes a flat crevice nozzle, while the average ash vacuum does not include a flat crevice nozzle.
  • 0.2 m longer suction hose
    Suction Hose Length
    1.2 m
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    Market range: <0.85 m – >1.8 m
    This ash vacuum has a longer suction hose than the average ash vacuum (1.2 m vs 1 m). The average ash vacuum has a suction hose length of 1 m.
    1.2 m vs 1 m
  • 3 more wheels
    Number of Wheels
    3
    ▲ Better than 55% of models
    Market range: <0 – >5
    This ash vacuum has more wheels than the average ash vacuum (3 vs 0). The average ash vacuum has 0 wheels.
    3 vs 0
  • 1 mm wider suction hose
    Suction Hose Diameter
    36 mm
    ▲ Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <31.8 mm – >38.5 mm
    This ash vacuum has a wider suction hose than the average ash vacuum (36 mm vs 35 mm). The average ash vacuum has a suction hose diameter of 35 mm.
    36 mm vs 35 mm
  • 3.6% better value for money
    Valex Cinder 1203 offers better value for money than the average ash vacuum (8.46 vs 8.2).
    8.46 vs 8.17
  • 3.6% better value for money
    Valex Cinder 1203 offers better value for money than the average ash vacuum (8.46 vs 8.2).
    8.46 vs 8.17
  • 2 L more container capacity
    Capacity
    20 L
    ▲ Better than 55% of models
    Market range: <10 L – >20 L
    This ash vacuum has more container capacity than the average ash vacuum (20 L vs 18 L). The average ash vacuum has a container capacity of 18 L.
    20 L vs 18 L
  • 0.2 m longer suction hose
    Suction Hose Length
    1.2 m
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    Market range: <0.85 m – >1.8 m
    This ash vacuum has a longer suction hose than the average ash vacuum (1.2 m vs 1 m). The average ash vacuum has a suction hose length of 1 m.
    1.2 m vs 1 m
  • 3 more wheels
    Number of Wheels
    3
    ▲ Better than 55% of models
    Market range: <0 – >5
    This ash vacuum has more wheels than the average ash vacuum (3 vs 0). The average ash vacuum has 0 wheels.
    3 vs 0
  • 1 mm wider suction hose
    Suction Hose Diameter
    36 mm
    ▲ Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <31.8 mm – >38.5 mm
    This ash vacuum has a wider suction hose than the average ash vacuum (36 mm vs 35 mm). The average ash vacuum has a suction hose diameter of 35 mm.
    36 mm vs 35 mm
  • Rigid extension tubes
    Rigid Extension Tubes
    yes
    ▲ Better than 76% of models
    This ash vacuum includes rigid extension tubes, while the average ash vacuum does not include rigid extension tubes.
  • Universal floor nozzle
    Universal Floor Nozzle
    yes
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    This ash vacuum includes a universal floor nozzle, while the average ash vacuum does not include a universal floor nozzle.
  • Flat crevice nozzle
    Flat Crevice Nozzle
    yes
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    This ash vacuum includes a flat crevice nozzle, while the average ash vacuum does not include a flat crevice nozzle.
  • 1 kPa less suction pressure
    Suction Pressure
    16 kPa
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <10 kPa – >20 kPa
    This ash vacuum has a lower suction pressure than the average ash vacuum (16 kPa vs 17 kPa). The average ash vacuum has a suction pressure of 17 kPa.
    16 kPa vs 17 kPa
  • 16.7% lower user score
    User score
    6.9/ 10
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    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
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    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Valex Cinder 1203
    the average ash vacuum
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    Valex Cinder 1203 has a lower user score than the average ash vacuum (6.86 vs 8.000).
    6.86 vs 8
  • 23.4% less popular
    Valex Cinder 1203 is less popular than the average ash vacuum (5.12 vs 6.3).
    5.12 vs 6.33
  • 33.3% more expensive
    Valex Cinder 1203 is more expensive than the average ash vacuum (£60 vs £45).
    £60 vs £45
  • 16.7% lower user score
    User score
    6.9/ 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
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    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Valex Cinder 1203
    the average ash vacuum
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    Valex Cinder 1203 has a lower user score than the average ash vacuum (6.86 vs 8.000).
    6.86 vs 8
  • 23.4% less popular
    Valex Cinder 1203 is less popular than the average ash vacuum (5.12 vs 6.3).
    5.12 vs 6.33
  • 33.3% more expensive
    Valex Cinder 1203 is more expensive than the average ash vacuum (£60 vs £45).
    £60 vs £45
  • 1 kPa less suction pressure
    Suction Pressure
    16 kPa
    ▼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <10 kPa – >20 kPa
    This ash vacuum has a lower suction pressure than the average ash vacuum (16 kPa vs 17 kPa). The average ash vacuum has a suction pressure of 17 kPa.
    16 kPa vs 17 kPa

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Third-party reviews

Based on 33 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about Valex Cinder 1203?

  • Powerful 1200W motor provides reliable suction performance
  • Large 20-liter metal drum capacity reduces the frequency of emptying
  • Equipped with a fire-resistant, self-extinguishing HEPA filter system
  • Capable of safely handling warm or cold ashes up to 40°C
  • Features a versatile built-in blower function for moving dust and leaves
  • Comes with a helpful accessories kit including extensions and crevice nozzles
  • Good mobility due to the top carry handle and three pivoting wheels

What customers dislike about Valex Cinder 1203?

  • The filter clogs easily and requires frequent cleaning to maintain suction
  • Operates with a high noise level during use
  • The hose length is relatively short, limiting reach
  • Some users reported early reliability issues and motor failures after minimal use

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