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BLACK+DECKER NVD215J-QW Review | 53 Data compared

Avg. price:~£45Suction pressure:?Capacity:0.29 LWeight:1 kgRuntime:10 minHEPA filter:no

BLACK+DECKER NVD215J-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.

5.9/10

Overall score

Score
5.9/ 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 96% of models
Score components

80%

5.9

Technical score

20%

?

User score

▼Worse than 96% of portable vacuums
6.8

Value for money

Value for money
6.8/ 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 91% of models
Score components

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

▼Worse than 91%
5.9

Technical score

Technical score
5.9/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 89% of models
Score components

30%

5.4

Performance

30%

6.4

Filtration

24%

5.1

Battery

10%

8.1

Attachments

3%

4.3

Design

3%

7.2

Smart features

▼Worse than 89%
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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%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Technical Specifications of portable vacuum cleaner BLACK+DECKER NVD215J-QW

Technical score
Technical score
5.9/ 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 89% of models
Score components:

30%

5.4

Performance

30%

6.4

Filtration

24%

5.1

Battery

10%

8.1

Attachments

3%

4.3

Design

3%

7.2

Smart features

5.9
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 NVD215J-QW 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
6.8/ 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 91% of models
Score components:

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

6.8
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
10.8 W
Market range: <0 W – >200 W
This portable vacuum cleaner has a rated motor power of 10.8 W, which is lower than that of 98.2% of portable vacuums and equal to that of 1.2% of portable vacuums.
Suction pressure
?
Suction power
15 AW
Market range: <0 AW – >100 AW
This portable vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 15 AW, which is lower than that of 78.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 6.3% of vacuum cleaners.
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Battery energy
10 Wh
Market range: <0 Wh – >50 Wh
This portable vacuum cleaner has a battery energy capacity of 10 Wh, which is lower than that of 93.6% 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
7 V
Market range: <5 V – >25 V
This portable vacuum cleaner uses a battery voltage of 7 V, which is lower than that of 86.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 7% 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
0.29 L
Market range: <0 L – >1 L
This portable vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.29 L, which is smaller than that of 73.4% 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
yes
This portable vacuum cleaner includes a soft dusting brush. 80.4% 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
19 cm
Depth
43 cm
Height
19 cm
Weight
1 kg
Market range: <0 kg – >2 kg
This portable vacuum cleaner weighs 1 kg, which is more than 64.1% 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
no
This portable vacuum cleaner does not include a filter replacement indicator. 3.3% of portable vacuums have this feature.

BLACK+DECKER NVD215J-QW vs the average portable vacuum

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryFiltrationAttachmentsDesignSmart features
  • 10 dB lower operating noise
    This portable vacuum cleaner operates more quietly than the average portable vacuum (65 dB vs 75 dB).
    65 dB vs 75 dB
  • Includes an upholstery tool
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes an upholstery tool, while 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.
  • 2 years newer
    This portable vacuum cleaner was released more recently than the average portable vacuum.
    2,024 vs 2,021
  • 10 dB lower operating noise
    This portable vacuum cleaner operates more quietly than the average portable vacuum (65 dB vs 75 dB).
    65 dB vs 75 dB
  • Includes a full-charge indicator
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes a full-charge indicator, while 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.
  • 2 years newer
    This portable vacuum cleaner was released more recently than the average portable vacuum.
    2,024 vs 2,021
  • Does not include a HEPA filter
    This portable vacuum cleaner does not include a HEPA filter, while the average portable vacuum does.
  • 109.2 W less motor power
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a less powerful motor than the average portable vacuum (10.8 W vs 120 W).
    10.8 W vs 120 W
  • 10 min shorter runtime
    This portable vacuum cleaner runs for less time per charge than the average portable vacuum (10 min vs 20 min).
    10 min vs 20 min
  • 12 Wh less battery energy
    This portable vacuum cleaner stores less battery energy than the average portable vacuum (10 Wh vs 22 Wh).
    10 Wh vs 22 Wh
  • 10 AW weaker suction
    This portable vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average portable vacuum (15 AW vs 25 AW).
    15 AW vs 25 AW
  • 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.
  • 0.11 L smaller dust capacity
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average portable vacuum (0.3 L vs 0.4 L).
    0.29 L vs 0.4 L
  • 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
  • 12.9% worse value for money
    BLACK+DECKER NVD215J-QW offers worse value for money than the average portable vacuum (6.84 vs 7.7).
    6.84 vs 7.72
  • 109.2 W less motor power
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a less powerful motor than the average portable vacuum (10.8 W vs 120 W).
    10.8 W vs 120 W
  • 10 AW weaker suction
    This portable vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average portable vacuum (15 AW vs 25 AW).
    15 AW vs 25 AW
  • 10 min shorter runtime
    This portable vacuum cleaner runs for less time per charge than the average portable vacuum (10 min vs 20 min).
    10 min vs 20 min
  • 12 Wh less battery energy
    This portable vacuum cleaner stores less battery energy than the average portable vacuum (10 Wh vs 22 Wh).
    10 Wh vs 22 Wh
  • 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
  • 4.1 V lower battery voltage
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a lower battery voltage than the average portable vacuum (7 V vs 11.1 V).
    7 V vs 11.1 V
  • Does not include a HEPA filter
    This portable vacuum cleaner does not include a HEPA filter, while the average portable vacuum does.
  • 0.11 L smaller dust capacity
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average portable vacuum (0.3 L vs 0.4 L).
    0.29 L vs 0.4 L
  • 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.
  • 3.27x more external volume
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a larger external volume than the average portable vacuum (15523 cm³ vs 4748 cm³).
    15,523 cm³ vs 4,748 cm³
  • 33.3% heavier
    40% heavier: this portable vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average portable vacuum (1 kg vs 0.75 kg).
    1 kg vs 0.75 kg

Third-party reviews

What we like about BLACK+DECKER NVD215J-QW

  • Lightweight and portable, making it easy to maneuver for quick clean-ups.
  • Ergonomic design with a comfortable, textured grip.
  • Convenient attachments, such as a long nozzle, are useful for reaching narrow spaces.
  • Bagless design with a washable filter that is easy to clean.
  • Budget-friendly and offers good value for light, dry spills.

What we don't like about BLACK+DECKER NVD215J-QW

  • Suction power can be underwhelming for heavy-duty dirt or deep car cleaning.
  • Short battery life requiring frequent recharges (averages roughly 9 to 10 minutes of continuous runtime).
  • Long recharge times for the battery.
  • Small dust bin capacity (355 ml) requires frequent emptying.
  • The two sections of the unit can sometimes separate too easily if not handled with care.

Verdict

The BLACK+DECKER NVD215J-QW is a compact, cordless handheld vacuum cleaner powered by a 7.2V 1.5Ah lithium-ion battery that delivers up to 15 air watts (AW) of suction power with a 10.8-watt power rating. Designed for dry operation, it features a 290ml bagless collection reservoir, a washable two-stage filter, an ergonomic textured handle, an integrated long crevice nozzle, and a fold-out upholstery brush. Key advantages include its lightweight build, a convenient jack-plug charging connection, and a fade-free 10-minute runtime tailored for quick household pick-ups. However, notable drawbacks include a relatively limited 10-minute battery life and a prolonged 4-hour recharge cycle.

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