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BLACK+DECKER HHVK320J10 Review | 53 Data compared

Avg. price:~£55Suction pressure:?Capacity:0.75 LWeight:1.09 kgRuntime:25 minHEPA filter:no

BLACK+DECKER HHVK320J10 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.

7.2/10

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components

80%

7.2

Technical score

20%

?

User score

▼Worse than 57% 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 59% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

8.6

Price

▼Worse 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
▲ Better than 51% of models
Score components

30%

7.0

Performance

30%

7.4

Filtration

24%

7.3

Battery

10%

7.2

Attachments

3%

4.8

Design

3%

7.2

Smart features

▲Better than 51%
?

User score

User score
8.0/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 60% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £55
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Technical Specifications of portable vacuum cleaner BLACK+DECKER HHVK320J10

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 51% of models
Score components:

30%

7.0

Performance

30%

7.4

Filtration

24%

7.3

Battery

10%

7.2

Attachments

3%

4.8

Design

3%

7.2

Smart features

7.2
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 60% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
BLACK+DECKER HHVK320J10 has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 77.2% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 59% of models
Score components:

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

8.6

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
120 W
Market range: <0 W – >200 W
This portable vacuum cleaner has a rated motor power of 120 W, which is higher than that of 49.1% of portable vacuums and equal to that of 33.7% 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
21 Wh
Market range: <0 Wh – >50 Wh
This portable vacuum cleaner has a battery energy capacity of 21 Wh, which is lower than that of 54.4% of portable vacuums and equal to that of 5.3% 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
10 V
Market range: <5 V – >25 V
This portable vacuum cleaner uses a battery voltage of 10 V, which is lower than that of 61.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 5.2% 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
0.75 L
Market range: <0 L – >1 L
This portable vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.75 L, which is larger than that of 98.4% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.5% 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
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This portable vacuum cleaner has 2 filtration stages, which is more than 18.4% of portable vacuums and equal to 60.5% 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
yes
This portable vacuum cleaner includes an upholstery tool. This feature is present on 26.6% of portable vacuums.
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
20 cm
Depth
40.1 cm
Height
16 cm
Weight
1.09 kg
Market range: <0 kg – >2 kg
This portable vacuum cleaner weighs 1.09 kg, which is more than 68.5% of vacuum cleaners and equal to 1.1% 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
no
This portable vacuum cleaner does not include a filter replacement indicator. 3.3% of portable vacuums have this feature.

BLACK+DECKER HHVK320J10 vs the average portable vacuum

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryFiltrationAttachmentsDesignSmart features
  • 0.35 L larger dust capacity
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average portable vacuum (0.8 L vs 0.4 L).
    0.75 L vs 0.4 L
  • Uses cyclonic technology
    This portable vacuum cleaner uses cyclonic technology, the average portable vacuum does not.
  • Includes an upholstery tool
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes an upholstery tool, while the average portable vacuum does not.
  • 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
  • Includes a full-charge indicator
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes a full-charge indicator, while the average portable vacuum does not.
  • 5 min longer runtime
    This portable vacuum cleaner runs longer per charge than the average portable vacuum (25 min vs 20 min).
    25 min vs 20 min
  • 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
  • Uses cyclonic technology
    This portable vacuum cleaner uses cyclonic technology, 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
  • 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
  • Includes battery indicator
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes a battery level indicator, the average portable vacuum does not.
  • Includes a full-charge indicator
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes a full-charge indicator, while the average portable vacuum does not.
  • 5 min longer runtime
    This portable vacuum cleaner runs longer per charge than the average portable vacuum (25 min vs 20 min).
    25 min vs 20 min
  • 0.35 L larger dust capacity
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average portable vacuum (0.8 L vs 0.4 L).
    0.75 L vs 0.4 L
  • Includes an upholstery tool
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes an upholstery tool, while the average portable vacuum does not.
  • Includes wall bracket
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes a wall-mounted bracket, the average portable vacuum does not.
  • 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.
  • No soft dusting brush
    This portable vacuum cleaner does not include a soft dusting brush, the average portable vacuum does.
  • 5 dB higher operating noise
    This portable vacuum cleaner operates more loudly than the average portable vacuum (80 dB vs 75 dB).
    80 dB vs 75 dB
  • 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.
  • 2.7x more external volume
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a larger external volume than the average portable vacuum (12,832 cm³ vs 4,748 cm³).
    12,832 cm³ vs 4,748 cm³
  • 4.5 min shorter turbo runtime
    This portable vacuum cleaner offers shorter turbo runtime than the average portable vacuum (10 min vs 14.5 min).
    10 min vs 14.5 min
  • 45.3% heavier
    40% heavier: this portable vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average portable vacuum (1.1 kg vs 0.75 kg).
    1.09 kg vs 0.75 kg
  • 22.2% more expensive
    BLACK+DECKER HHVK320J10 is more expensive than the average portable vacuum (£55 vs £45).
    £55 vs £45
  • 1.8% worse value for money
    BLACK+DECKER HHVK320J10 offers worse value for money than the average portable vacuum (7.58 vs 7.7).
    7.58 vs 7.72
  • 5 dB higher operating noise
    This portable vacuum cleaner operates more loudly than the average portable vacuum (80 dB vs 75 dB).
    80 dB vs 75 dB
  • 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
  • 4.5 min shorter turbo runtime
    This portable vacuum cleaner offers shorter turbo runtime than the average portable vacuum (10 min vs 14.5 min).
    10 min vs 14.5 min
  • 1.1 V lower battery voltage
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a lower battery voltage than the average portable vacuum (10 V vs 11.1 V).
    10 V vs 11.1 V
  • 1 Wh less battery energy
    This portable vacuum cleaner stores less battery energy than the average portable vacuum (21 Wh vs 22 Wh).
    21 Wh vs 22 Wh
  • 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.
  • 2.7x more external volume
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a larger external volume than the average portable vacuum (12,832 cm³ vs 4,748 cm³).
    12,832 cm³ vs 4,748 cm³
  • 45.3% heavier
    40% heavier: this portable vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average portable vacuum (1.1 kg vs 0.75 kg).
    1.09 kg vs 0.75 kg
  • 2 years older
    This portable vacuum cleaner was released earlier than the average portable vacuum.
    2,019 vs 2,021

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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haus.de
09/03/2021
Summary of the review
Who you gonna call? – Black & Decker Dustbuster Test
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zone-outillage.fr
20/02/2021
Summary of the review
Review and test: BLACK+DECKER BHHV320J handheld vacuum
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about BLACK+DECKER HHVK320J10

  • Powerful suction capabilities with adjustable power settings (including a Powerboost option)
  • Lightweight and compact design, making it great for tight spaces like cars
  • Easy to empty and clean with a large debris capacity
  • Long battery life and holds a charge well over multiple days
  • Convenient extra-long crevice tool for reaching hard-to-clean areas

What customers don't like about BLACK+DECKER HHVK320J10

  • Does not come with a wall-mount bracket for storage
  • Charging uses a small, direct plug-in connection rather than a drop-in charging base
  • Some users reported issues with fragile internal plastic pieces (such as the flap inside the dust box)
  • Occasional durability or warranty support concerns in certain regions

Verdict

The BLACK+DECKER HHVK320J10 dustbuster AdvancedClean+ is a 12V MAX cordless handheld vacuum featuring a high-capacity 750ml (7-cup) dustbin, an integrated extra-long pull-out crevice tool, and a two-speed power boost mode that delivers up to 4x the suction power of standard leading handheld vacuums. Its key pros include a generous runtime of up to 25 minutes on a single charge, an intuitive LED battery indicator, and a one-touch easy-empty canister system that simplifies maintenance. On the downside, the vacuum suffers from a prolonged initial 5-hour recharge cycle, a somewhat bulky build that can feel heavy during extended overhead operation, and an increased noise level when running on its maximum power boost setting.

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