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BLACK+DECKER NVB12AV-XJ Review | 53 Data compared

Avg. price:~£25Suction pressure:3.78 kPaCapacity:0.37 LWeight:0.61 kgRuntime:N/A minHEPA filter:no

BLACK+DECKER NVB12AV-XJ 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 NVB12AV-XJ
5.1/10

Overall score

Score
5.1/ 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 99% of models
Score components

80%

5.1

Technical score

20%

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User score

▼Worse than 99% of portable vacuums
6.5

Value for money

Value for money
6.5/ 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 96% of models
Score components

70%

5.1

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

▼Worse than 96%
5.1

Technical score

Technical score
5.1/ 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 99% of models
Score components

30%

2.5

Performance

30%

6.7

Filtration

24%

6.1

Battery

10%

6.1

Attachments

3%

7.4

Design

3%

3.6

Smart features

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

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £25
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Ranked #180 of 180 models in Portable Vacuums (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of portable vacuum cleaner BLACK+DECKER NVB12AV-XJ

Technical score
Technical score
5.1/ 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
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components:

30%

2.5

Performance

30%

6.7

Filtration

24%

6.1

Battery

10%

6.1

Attachments

3%

7.4

Design

3%

3.6

Smart features

5.1
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%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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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 NVB12AV-XJ 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
6.5/ 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 96% of models
Score components:

70%

5.1

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

6.5
Cyclonic technology
no
This portable vacuum cleaner does not use cyclonic technology. 35.3% 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
12 W
Market range: <0 W – >200 W
This portable vacuum cleaner has a rated motor power of 12 W, which is lower than that of 96.9% of portable vacuums.
Suction pressure
3.78 kPa
Market range: <0 kPa – >20 kPa
This portable vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 3.78 kPa, which is lower than that of 90.2% of portable vacuums and equal to that of 0.7% of portable vacuums.
Suction power
8.8 AW
Market range: <0 AW – >100 AW
This portable vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 8.8 AW, which is lower than that of 90.6% of vacuum cleaners.
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Battery energy
N/A
Cordless
no
This portable vacuum cleaner does not work cordlessly. 94% of vacuum cleaners offer cordless operation.
Battery type
none
Battery voltage
N/A
Battery capacity
N/A
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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
0.37 L
Market range: <0 L – >1 L
This portable vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.37 L, which is smaller than that of 62% 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
12 cm
Depth
41 cm
Height
10.6 cm
Weight
0.61 kg
Market range: <0 kg – >2 kg
This portable vacuum cleaner weighs 0.61 kg, which is less than 73.4% 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
none
This portable vacuum cleaner does not have a display. 81% of portable vacuums have this feature.
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 NVB12AV-XJ vs the average portable vacuum

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryFiltrationAttachmentsDesignSmart features
  • 18.7% lighter
    40% lighter: this portable vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average portable vacuum (0.6 kg vs 0.75 kg).
    0.61 kg vs 0.75 kg
  • 80% cheaper
    BLACK+DECKER NVB12AV-XJ is cheaper than the average portable vacuum (£25 vs £45).
    £25 vs £45
  • 80% cheaper
    BLACK+DECKER NVB12AV-XJ is cheaper than the average portable vacuum (£25 vs £45).
    £25 vs £45
  • 18.7% lighter
    40% lighter: this portable vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average portable vacuum (0.6 kg vs 0.75 kg).
    0.61 kg vs 0.75 kg
  • Does not include a HEPA filter
    This portable vacuum cleaner does not include a HEPA filter, while the average portable vacuum does.
  • 108 W less motor power
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a less powerful motor than the average portable vacuum (12 W vs 120 W).
    12 W vs 120 W
  • 3.97 kPa lower suction pressure
    This portable vacuum cleaner produces lower suction pressure than the average portable vacuum (3.8 kPa vs 7.75 kPa).
    3.78 kPa vs 7.75 kPa
  • No cordless operation
    This portable vacuum cleaner does not work cordlessly, the average portable vacuum does.
  • 16.2 AW weaker suction
    This portable vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average portable vacuum (8.8 AW vs 25 AW).
    8.8 AW vs 25 AW
  • 285 L/min lower airflow rate
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a lower airflow rate than the average portable vacuum (687 L/min vs 972 L/min).
    687 L/min vs 972 L/min
  • 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.
  • 18.1% worse value for money
    BLACK+DECKER NVB12AV-XJ offers worse value for money than the average portable vacuum (6.54 vs 7.7).
    6.54 vs 7.72
  • 108 W less motor power
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a less powerful motor than the average portable vacuum (12 W vs 120 W).
    12 W vs 120 W
  • 3.97 kPa lower suction pressure
    This portable vacuum cleaner produces lower suction pressure than the average portable vacuum (3.8 kPa vs 7.75 kPa).
    3.78 kPa vs 7.75 kPa
  • 16.2 AW weaker suction
    This portable vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average portable vacuum (8.8 AW vs 25 AW).
    8.8 AW vs 25 AW
  • 285 L/min lower airflow rate
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a lower airflow rate than the average portable vacuum (687 L/min vs 972 L/min).
    687 L/min vs 972 L/min
  • 3 dB higher operating noise
    This portable vacuum cleaner operates more loudly than the average portable vacuum (78 dB vs 75 dB).
    78 dB vs 75 dB
  • No cordless operation
    This portable vacuum cleaner does not work cordlessly, the average portable vacuum does.
  • Does not include a HEPA filter
    This portable vacuum cleaner does not include a HEPA filter, while the average portable vacuum does.
  • 0.03 L smaller dust capacity
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average portable vacuum (0.4 L vs 0.4 L).
    0.37 L vs 0.4 L
  • 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 years older
    This portable vacuum cleaner was released earlier than the average portable vacuum.
    2,018 vs 2,021
  • 9.8% more external volume
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a larger external volume than the average portable vacuum (5215.2 cm³ vs 4748 cm³).
    5,215.2 cm³ vs 4,748 cm³
  • No display
    This portable vacuum cleaner does not have a display; the average portable vacuum has a display.
    none vs LED

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What we like about BLACK+DECKER NVB12AV-XJ

  • Plugs directly into the car's 12V DC adapter (cigarette lighter socket), ensuring unlimited power without losing suction midway
  • Generous 5-metre power cable easily reaches all areas of the vehicle, including the boot
  • Compact and ergonomic design with a curved handle for comfortable handling and easy storage
  • Translucent and bagless dirt bowl (370ml capacity) makes it easy to see when it needs emptying
  • Includes handy attachments and a built-in crevice tool for cleaning tight spaces like door panels and dashboards

What we don't like about BLACK+DECKER NVB12AV-XJ

  • Suction power is moderate, which can make it struggle with heavier embedded debris or deep-pile carpet dirt
  • Can only be used via a car 12V socket; it does not have an internal battery for cordless indoor use
  • Nozzle design is sometimes deemed too wide for picking up very fine particles or accessing ultra-narrow crevices

Verdict

The BLACK+DECKER NVB12AV-XJ is a corded handheld car vacuum cleaner operating on a 12V DC motor that plugs directly into a vehicle's cigarette lighter socket. Key characteristics include an 8.8 Air Watts suction capacity, a 687 l/min airflow rate, a 370ml translucent and bagless dustbowl, a double-action filtration system, and an integrated 5-metre power cable. Main pros include its lightweight 0.6 kg ergonomic design that eliminates battery autonomy issues, an expanded nozzle for gathering larger debris, and washable filters that provide easy maintenance. However, notable cons include its limitation strictly to dry car interiors, a lack of an advanced HEPA rating, and a relatively low suction power that may require multiple passes to clear ground-in dirt.

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