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BLACK+DECKER HHVK515J00FF Review | 53 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110Suction pressure:?Capacity:0.75 LWeight:1.1 kgRuntime:15 minHEPA filter:no

BLACK+DECKER HHVK515J00FF 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 HHVK515J00FF
7.2/10

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 51% of models
Score components

80%

6.8

Technical score

20%

8.8

User score

▼Worse than 51% of portable vacuums
6.9

Value for money

Value for money
6.9/ 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
▼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

6.3

Price

▼Worse than 88%
6.8

Technical score

Technical score
6.8/ 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
▼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components

30%

6.5

Performance

30%

7.4

Filtration

24%

6.6

Battery

10%

6.4

Attachments

3%

6.6

Design

3%

7.2

Smart features

▼Worse than 66%
8.8

User score

User score
8.8/ 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
▲ Better than 88% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

9.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▲Better than 88%
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Technical Specifications of portable vacuum cleaner BLACK+DECKER HHVK515J00FF

Technical score
Technical score
6.8/ 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
▼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components:

30%

6.5

Performance

30%

7.4

Filtration

24%

6.6

Battery

10%

6.4

Attachments

3%

6.6

Design

3%

7.2

Smart features

6.8
User score
User score
8.8/ 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
▲ Better than 88% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

9.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.8
Popularity
Popularity
9.3/ 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
▲ Better than 85% of models
Popularity:
BLACK+DECKER HHVK515J00FF has a popularity score of 9.3 points, which is higher than 84.8% of products in this category.
9.3
Value for money
Value for money
6.9/ 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
▼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components:

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

6.3

Price

6.9
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
35 W
Market range: <0 W – >200 W
This portable vacuum cleaner has a rated motor power of 35 W, which is lower than that of 87.7% 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
27 Wh
Market range: <0 Wh – >50 Wh
This portable vacuum cleaner has a battery energy capacity of 27 Wh, which is greater than that of 64.9% of portable vacuums and equal to that of 8.2% 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
1,500 mAh
Market range: <1.5k mAh – >2.5k mAh
This portable vacuum cleaner has a battery capacity of 1,500 mAh, which is smaller than that of 84.2% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 14% 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
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
20 cm
Depth
15 cm
Height
20 cm
Weight
1.1 kg
Market range: <0 kg – >2 kg
This portable vacuum cleaner weighs 1.1 kg, which is more than 70.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to 2.7% 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 HHVK515J00FF 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 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.
  • 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
  • Includes an anti-tangle brushroll
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes an anti-tangle brushroll, while the average portable vacuum does not.
  • 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
  • 10% higher user score
    User score
    8.8/ 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
    BLACK+DECKER HHVK515J00FF
    the average portable vacuum
    BLACK+DECKER HHVK515J00FF has a higher user score than the average portable vacuum (8.80 vs 8.000).
    8.8 vs 8
  • 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
  • 1 dB lower operating noise
    This portable vacuum cleaner operates more quietly than the average portable vacuum (74 dB vs 75 dB).
    74 dB vs 75 dB
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 5 Wh more battery energy
    This portable vacuum cleaner stores more battery energy than the average portable vacuum (27 Wh vs 22 Wh).
    27 Wh vs 22 Wh
  • 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 anti-tangle brushroll
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes an anti-tangle brushroll, while 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.
  • 85 W less motor power
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a less powerful motor than the average portable vacuum (35 W vs 120 W).
    35 W vs 120 W
  • 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.
  • 500 mAh smaller battery capacity
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable vacuum (1500 mAh vs 2000 mAh).
    1,500 mAh vs 2,000 mAh
  • 5 min shorter runtime
    This portable vacuum cleaner runs for less time per charge than the average portable vacuum (15 min vs 20 min).
    15 min vs 20 min
  • 2.44x more expensive
    BLACK+DECKER HHVK515J00FF is more expensive than the average portable vacuum (£110 vs £45).
    £110 vs £45
  • 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
  • 2.44x more expensive
    BLACK+DECKER HHVK515J00FF is more expensive than the average portable vacuum (£110 vs £45).
    £110 vs £45
  • 11.1% worse value for money
    BLACK+DECKER HHVK515J00FF offers worse value for money than the average portable vacuum (6.95 vs 7.7).
    6.95 vs 7.72
  • 85 W less motor power
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a less powerful motor than the average portable vacuum (35 W vs 120 W).
    35 W vs 120 W
  • 500 mAh smaller battery capacity
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable vacuum (1500 mAh vs 2000 mAh).
    1,500 mAh vs 2,000 mAh
  • 5 min shorter runtime
    This portable vacuum cleaner runs for less time per charge than the average portable vacuum (15 min vs 20 min).
    15 min vs 20 min
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 46.7% heavier
    40% heavier: this portable vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average portable vacuum (1.1 kg vs 0.75 kg).
    1.1 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
  • 26.4% more external volume
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a larger external volume than the average portable vacuum (6000 cm³ vs 4748 cm³).
    6,000 cm³ vs 4,748 cm³

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Summary of the review
Black and Decker Dustbuster vacuum cleaner review

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 HHVK515J00FF

  • Strong suction power, especially when using the 2-speed PowerBoost mode
  • Extra-large 750ml dustbin reduces the frequency of emptying
  • Long, built-in extendable crevice tool reaches deep into tight spaces without extra attachments
  • Lightweight and highly portable design makes it ideal for stairs and car interiors
  • Clear battery indicator light helps track the remaining runtime
  • One-touch button makes the dustbin quick and easy to empty cleanly

What we don't like about BLACK+DECKER HHVK515J00FF

  • Short overall battery runtime, often lasting only 10 to 15 minutes per charge
  • The extendable crevice tool can sometimes slip or collapse back inside when pushing against surfaces
  • Filter struggles to completely trap fine dust particles, which can occasionally exhaust out of the back
  • Lacks a dedicated motorized brush roller attachment for deep hair removal from carpets in this specific standard version
  • A largely plastic build quality that can feel flimsy or susceptible to wear over time

Verdict

The BLACK+DECKER HHVK515J00FF dustbuster AdvancedClean+ is a 20V MAX cordless handheld vacuum weighing 2.4 pounds, designed for quick cleanups on carpets, hard floors, and car interiors. It features a high-capacity 750ml bagless dustbin, a two-speed motor that delivers up to 35 air watts of suction power with a one-touch Powerboost mode, and an extra-long, built-in extendable crevice tool to easily access tight spaces. Key advantages include its powerful 4X suction capability compared to base models, an intuitive LED battery life indicator, a hygienic one-touch easy-empty mechanism, and a completely washable foam filter system. However, users note that the motor operates with a noticeably high noise level of 70 decibels and the exterior casing has a somewhat plasticky build quality.

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