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BLACK+DECKER BHHV520JF-QW Review | 53 Data compared

Avg. price:~£70Suction pressure:?Capacity:0.7 LWeight:1.2 kgRuntime:21 minHEPA filter:no

BLACK+DECKER BHHV520JF-QW Review: Compare 53 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Portable Vacuums category and whether it is worth buying.

BLACK+DECKER BHHV520JF-QW
7.5/10

Overall score

Score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of products in the Portable 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 Portable Vacuums category.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 68% of models
Score components

80%

7.2

Technical score

20%

8.7

User score

â–²Better than 68% of portable vacuums
7.6

Value for money

Value for money
7.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the portable vacuum cleaner's overall score with its price.
When it matters
When you are looking for a portable vacuum cleaner with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Score components

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

8.0

Price

â–¼Worse than 59%
7.2

Technical score

Technical score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the portable vacuum cleaner’s technical performance across six key areas: performance, battery, filtration, attachments, design, and smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable Vacuums category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 53% of models
Score components

30%

6.9

Performance

30%

7.8

Filtration

24%

7.5

Battery

10%

6.1

Attachments

3%

4.9

Design

3%

7.2

Smart features

â–²Better than 53%
8.7

User score

User score
8.7/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Vacuums category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable 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
â–² Better than 87% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

8.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 87%
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Technical Specifications of portable vacuum cleaner BLACK+DECKER BHHV520JF-QW

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the portable vacuum cleaner’s technical performance across six key areas: performance, battery, filtration, attachments, design, and smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Portable Vacuums category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 53% of models
Score components:

30%

6.9

Performance

30%

7.8

Filtration

24%

7.5

Battery

10%

6.1

Attachments

3%

4.9

Design

3%

7.2

Smart features

7.2
User score
User score
8.7/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Vacuums category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Portable 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
â–² Better than 87% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

8.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.7
Popularity
Popularity
8.5/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Portable Vacuums category.
When it matters
When you prefer products in the Portable Vacuums category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 73% of models
Popularity:
BLACK+DECKER BHHV520JF-QW has a popularity score of 8.5 points, which is higher than 73.4% of products in this category.
8.5
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the portable vacuum cleaner's overall score with its price.
When it matters
When you are looking for a portable vacuum cleaner with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Score components:

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

8.0

Price

7.6
Cyclonic technology
yes
This portable vacuum cleaner uses cyclonic technology. 34.8% of vacuum cleaners use this filtration approach.
Wet & dry
no
This portable vacuum cleaner does not support wet-and-dry cleaning. 32.1% of portable vacuums have this feature.
Rated motor power
36 W
Market range: <0 W – >200 W
This portable vacuum cleaner has a rated motor power of 36 W, which is lower than that of 86.5% of portable vacuums and equal to that of 0.6% of portable vacuums.
Suction pressure
?
Suction power
35 AW
Market range: <0 AW – >100 AW
This portable vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 35 AW, which is higher than that of 64.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 9.4% of vacuum cleaners.
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Battery energy
36 Wh
Market range: <0 Wh – >50 Wh
This portable vacuum cleaner has a battery energy capacity of 36 Wh, which is greater than that of 87.7% of portable vacuums and equal to that of 1.8% of portable vacuums.
Cordless
yes
This portable vacuum cleaner works cordlessly. 93.5% of vacuum cleaners offer cordless operation.
Battery type
Li-ion
Battery voltage
18 V
Market range: <5 V – >25 V
This portable vacuum cleaner uses a battery voltage of 18 V, which is higher than that of 87.2% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 5.8% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery capacity
2000 mAh
Market range: <1.5k mAh – >2.5k mAh
This portable vacuum cleaner has a battery capacity of 2000 mAh, which is larger than that of 21.6% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 48.5% of vacuum cleaners.
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HEPA filter
no
This portable vacuum cleaner does not include a HEPA filter. 57.1% of portable vacuums have this feature.
Washable filter
yes
This portable vacuum cleaner includes a washable filter. 96.2% of vacuum cleaners include this maintenance-friendly feature.
Capacity
0.7 L
Market range: <0 L – >1 L
This portable vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.7 L, which is larger than that of 94% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 3.8% of vacuum cleaners.
Transparent bin
yes
This portable vacuum cleaner includes a transparent dustbin. This feature is present on 89.7% of portable vacuums.
Number of filtration stages
3
Market range: <1 – >6
This portable vacuum cleaner has 3 filtration stages, which is more than 79.6% of portable vacuums and equal to 17.7% of portable vacuums.
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Extension tube
no
This portable vacuum cleaner does not include an extension tube. 29.9% of portable vacuums have this feature.
Soft dusting brush
no
This portable vacuum cleaner does not include a soft dusting brush. 81% of vacuum cleaners include this attachment.
Flat crevice tool
yes
This portable vacuum cleaner includes a flat crevice tool. This feature is present on 89.7% of portable vacuums.
Upholstery tool
no
This portable vacuum cleaner does not include an upholstery tool. 27.2% of portable vacuums have this feature.
Mini motorized brush
no
This portable vacuum cleaner does not include a mini motorized brush. 12% of vacuum cleaners include this attachment.
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Width
39 cm
Depth
15.8 cm
Height
18.7 cm
Weight
1.2 kg
Market range: <0 kg – >2 kg
This portable vacuum cleaner weighs 1.2 kg, which is more than 74.5% of vacuum cleaners and equal to 2.2% of vacuum cleaners.
Self-standing design
no
This portable vacuum cleaner does not have a self-standing design. 1.6% of portable vacuums have this feature.
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LED light
no
This portable vacuum cleaner does not include an LED light. 17.9% of portable vacuums have this feature.
Auto suction adjustment
no
This portable vacuum cleaner does not support automatic suction adjustment. 1.1% of vacuum cleaners support this feature.
Display type
LED
This portable vacuum cleaner has a display. This feature is present on 80.4% of portable vacuums.
Filter replacement indicator
yes
This portable vacuum cleaner includes a filter replacement indicator. This feature is present on 2.7% of portable vacuums.

BLACK+DECKER BHHV520JF-QW vs the average portable vacuum

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryFiltrationAttachmentsDesignSmart features
  • 0.3 L larger dust capacity
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average portable vacuum (0.7 L vs 0.4 L).
    0.7 L vs 0.4 L
  • Uses cyclonic technology
    This portable vacuum cleaner uses cyclonic technology, the average portable vacuum does not.
  • 1 more filtration stages
    This portable vacuum cleaner has more filtration stages than the average portable vacuum (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • 14 Wh more battery energy
    This portable vacuum cleaner stores more battery energy than the average portable vacuum (36 Wh vs 22 Wh).
    36 Wh vs 22 Wh
  • 288 L/min higher airflow rate
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a higher airflow rate than the average portable vacuum (1260 L/min vs 972 L/min).
    1,260 L/min vs 972 L/min
  • Includes battery indicator
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes a battery level indicator, the average portable vacuum does not.
  • 1 more speed levels
    This portable vacuum cleaner offers more speed levels than the average portable vacuum (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • 6.9 V higher battery voltage
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a higher battery voltage than the average portable vacuum (18 V vs 11.1 V).
    18 V vs 11.1 V
  • 8.7% higher user score
    User score
    8.7/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Vacuums category.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how products in the Portable Vacuums category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
    Score distribution
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    BLACK+DECKER BHHV520JF-QW
    the average portable vacuum
    BLACK+DECKER BHHV520JF-QW has a higher user score than the average portable vacuum (8.70 vs 8.000).
    8.7 vs 8
  • Uses cyclonic technology
    This portable vacuum cleaner uses cyclonic technology, the average portable vacuum does not.
  • 288 L/min higher airflow rate
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a higher airflow rate than the average portable vacuum (1260 L/min vs 972 L/min).
    1,260 L/min vs 972 L/min
  • 1 more speed levels
    This portable vacuum cleaner offers more speed levels than the average portable vacuum (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • 10 AW stronger suction
    This portable vacuum cleaner has higher suction power than the average portable vacuum (35 AW vs 25 AW).
    35 AW vs 25 AW
  • 3 dB lower operating noise
    This portable vacuum cleaner operates more quietly than the average portable vacuum (72 dB vs 75 dB).
    72 dB vs 75 dB
  • 14 Wh more battery energy
    This portable vacuum cleaner stores more battery energy than the average portable vacuum (36 Wh vs 22 Wh).
    36 Wh vs 22 Wh
  • Includes battery indicator
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes a battery level indicator, the average portable vacuum does not.
  • 6.9 V higher battery voltage
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a higher battery voltage than the average portable vacuum (18 V vs 11.1 V).
    18 V vs 11.1 V
  • 1 min longer runtime
    This portable vacuum cleaner runs longer per charge than the average portable vacuum (21 min vs 20 min).
    21 min vs 20 min
  • 0.3 L larger dust capacity
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average portable vacuum (0.7 L vs 0.4 L).
    0.7 L vs 0.4 L
  • 1 more filtration stages
    This portable vacuum cleaner has more filtration stages than the average portable vacuum (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • One-click emptying system
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a one-click emptying system; the average portable vacuum does not have a one-click emptying system.
  • Does not include a HEPA filter
    This portable vacuum cleaner does not include a HEPA filter, while the average portable vacuum does.
  • 84 W less motor power
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a less powerful motor than the average portable vacuum (36 W vs 120 W).
    36 W vs 120 W
  • No soft dusting brush
    This portable vacuum cleaner does not include a soft dusting brush, the average portable vacuum does.
  • 1 h slower charging
    This portable vacuum cleaner charges slower than the average portable vacuum (5 h vs 4 h).
    5 h vs 4 h
  • Not specifically suitable for pet owners
    This portable vacuum cleaner is not specifically suitable for pet owners; the average portable vacuum is suitable for pet owners.
  • 2.43x more external volume
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a larger external volume than the average portable vacuum (11523 cm³ vs 4748 cm³).
    11,523 cm³ vs 4,748 cm³
  • 60% heavier
    40% heavier: this portable vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average portable vacuum (1.2 kg vs 0.75 kg).
    1.2 kg vs 0.75 kg
  • 55.6% more expensive
    BLACK+DECKER BHHV520JF-QW is more expensive than the average portable vacuum (£70 vs £45).
    £70 vs £45
  • 55.6% more expensive
    BLACK+DECKER BHHV520JF-QW is more expensive than the average portable vacuum (£70 vs £45).
    £70 vs £45
  • 1.3% worse value for money
    BLACK+DECKER BHHV520JF-QW offers worse value for money than the average portable vacuum (7.62 vs 7.7).
    7.62 vs 7.72
  • 84 W less motor power
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a less powerful motor than the average portable vacuum (36 W vs 120 W).
    36 W vs 120 W
  • 1 h slower charging
    This portable vacuum cleaner charges slower than the average portable vacuum (5 h vs 4 h).
    5 h vs 4 h
  • 2.5 min shorter turbo runtime
    This portable vacuum cleaner offers shorter turbo runtime than the average portable vacuum (12 min vs 14.5 min).
    12 min vs 14.5 min
  • Does not include a HEPA filter
    This portable vacuum cleaner does not include a HEPA filter, while the average portable vacuum does.
  • No soft dusting brush
    This portable vacuum cleaner does not include a soft dusting brush, the average portable vacuum does.
  • Not specifically suitable for pet owners
    This portable vacuum cleaner is not specifically suitable for pet owners; the average portable vacuum is suitable for pet owners.
  • 2.43x more external volume
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a larger external volume than the average portable vacuum (11523 cm³ vs 4748 cm³).
    11,523 cm³ vs 4,748 cm³
  • 60% heavier
    40% heavier: this portable vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average portable vacuum (1.2 kg vs 0.75 kg).
    1.2 kg vs 0.75 kg
  • 2 years older
    This portable vacuum cleaner was released earlier than the average portable vacuum.
    2,020 vs 2,021

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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about BLACK+DECKER BHHV520JF-QW

  • Strong suction power for picking up crumbs, dust, and pet hair
  • Lightweight and comfortable to handle during quick cleanups
  • Smart Tech LED panel clearly displays battery life and filter status
  • Large 700ml dust container that is simple to empty at the touch of a button
  • Convenient built-in pull-out telescopic crevice tool for tight spaces
  • Washable filters and dustbin make maintenance easy

What we don't like about BLACK+DECKER BHHV520JF-QW

  • Extremely loud and noisy operational volume, especially on the turbo setting
  • Short battery runtime of approximately 12 minutes on the highest power mode
  • Long battery charging time of around 5 hours for a full cycle
  • Small filter surface area causes the filter sensor to trigger quickly when clogged with fine dust

Verdict

The BLACK+DECKER BHHV520JF-QW is an 18V lithium-ion cordless handheld vacuum that delivers 40 air watts of suction power with two speed settings and features a large 700ml dustbin alongside Smart Tech indicators for filter and battery status. Key advantages include its lightweight design, a built-in pull-out extendable crevice tool, and a cyclonic filtration system with a washable filter that simplifies maintenance. However, it suffers from a relatively brief 21-minute maximum runtime, a loud 72dB operating noise level, and a lengthy 5-hour charging time via its jack plug charger.

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