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BLACK+DECKER PD1200AV-XJ Review | 53 Data compared

Avg. price:~£45Suction pressure:3.9 kPaCapacity:0.56 LWeight:1.5 kgRuntime:N/A minHEPA filter:no

BLACK+DECKER PD1200AV-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 PD1200AV-XJ
6.5/10

Overall score

Score
6.5/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components

80%

5.9

Technical score

20%

8.7

User score

▼Worse than 87% of portable vacuums
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 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 77% of models
Score components

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

▼Worse than 77%
5.9

Technical score

Technical score
5.9/ 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 89% of models
Score components

30%

3.7

Performance

30%

7.7

Filtration

24%

6.1

Battery

10%

8.2

Attachments

3%

3.2

Design

3%

3.6

Smart features

▼Worse than 89%
8.7

User score

User score
8.7/ 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
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▲ Better than 85% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

9.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▲Better than 85%
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Technical Specifications of portable vacuum cleaner BLACK+DECKER PD1200AV-XJ

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%

3.7

Performance

30%

7.7

Filtration

24%

6.1

Battery

10%

8.2

Attachments

3%

3.2

Design

3%

3.6

Smart features

5.9
User score
User score
8.7/ 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
▲ Better than 85% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

9.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.7
Popularity
Popularity
9.7/ 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 89% of models
Popularity:
BLACK+DECKER PD1200AV-XJ has a popularity score of 9.7 points, which is higher than 88.6% of products in this category.
9.7
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 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 77% of models
Score components:

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

7.2
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
12.5 W
Market range: <0 W – >200 W
This portable vacuum cleaner has a rated motor power of 12.5 W, which is lower than that of 96.3% of portable vacuums.
Suction pressure
3.9 kPa
Market range: <0 kPa – >20 kPa
This portable vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 3.9 kPa, which is lower than that of 89.5% of portable vacuums.
Suction power
12.5 AW
Market range: <0 AW – >100 AW
This portable vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 12.5 AW, which is lower than that of 87.5% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.6% 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
0.56 L
Market range: <0 L – >1 L
This portable vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.56 L, which is larger than that of 79.4% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.2% 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
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
16.2 cm
Depth
30 cm
Height
27.1 cm
Weight
1.5 kg
Market range: <0 kg – >2 kg
This portable vacuum cleaner weighs 1.5 kg, which is more than 90.8% 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
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 PD1200AV-XJ vs the average portable vacuum

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryFiltrationAttachmentsDesignSmart features
  • 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
  • 0.16 L larger dust capacity
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average portable vacuum (0.6 L vs 0.4 L).
    0.56 L vs 0.4 L
  • Includes an upholstery tool
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes an upholstery tool, 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.
  • 88 L/min higher airflow rate
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a higher airflow rate than the average portable vacuum (1060 L/min vs 972 L/min).
    1,060 L/min vs 972 L/min
  • Includes a storage bag
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes a storage bag, while the average portable vacuum does not.
  • 8.3% higher user score
    User score
    8.7/ 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
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    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    BLACK+DECKER PD1200AV-XJ
    the average portable vacuum
    BLACK+DECKER PD1200AV-XJ has a higher user score than the average portable vacuum (8.66 vs 8.000).
    8.66 vs 8
  • 8.3% higher user score
    User score
    8.7/ 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
    BLACK+DECKER PD1200AV-XJ
    the average portable vacuum
    BLACK+DECKER PD1200AV-XJ has a higher user score than the average portable vacuum (8.66 vs 8.000).
    8.66 vs 8
  • Uses cyclonic technology
    This portable vacuum cleaner uses cyclonic technology, the average portable vacuum does not.
  • 88 L/min higher airflow rate
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a higher airflow rate than the average portable vacuum (1060 L/min vs 972 L/min).
    1,060 L/min vs 972 L/min
  • 1 more filtration stages
    This portable vacuum cleaner has more filtration stages than the average portable vacuum (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • 0.16 L larger dust capacity
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average portable vacuum (0.6 L vs 0.4 L).
    0.56 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 a storage bag
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes a storage bag, 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.
  • 107.5 W less motor power
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a less powerful motor than the average portable vacuum (12.5 W vs 120 W).
    12.5 W vs 120 W
  • 3.85 kPa lower suction pressure
    This portable vacuum cleaner produces lower suction pressure than the average portable vacuum (3.9 kPa vs 7.75 kPa).
    3.9 kPa vs 7.75 kPa
  • No cordless operation
    This portable vacuum cleaner does not work cordlessly, the average portable vacuum does.
  • 12.5 AW weaker suction
    This portable vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average portable vacuum (12.5 AW vs 25 AW).
    12.5 AW vs 25 AW
  • 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
  • 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.
  • No display
    This portable vacuum cleaner does not have a display; the average portable vacuum has a display.
    none vs LED
  • 7% worse value for money
    BLACK+DECKER PD1200AV-XJ offers worse value for money than the average portable vacuum (7.21 vs 7.7).
    7.21 vs 7.72
  • 107.5 W less motor power
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a less powerful motor than the average portable vacuum (12.5 W vs 120 W).
    12.5 W vs 120 W
  • 3.85 kPa lower suction pressure
    This portable vacuum cleaner produces lower suction pressure than the average portable vacuum (3.9 kPa vs 7.75 kPa).
    3.9 kPa vs 7.75 kPa
  • 12.5 AW weaker suction
    This portable vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average portable vacuum (12.5 AW vs 25 AW).
    12.5 AW vs 25 AW
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 2x heavier
    40% heavier: this portable vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average portable vacuum (1.5 kg vs 0.75 kg).
    1.5 kg vs 0.75 kg
  • 2.77x more external volume
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a larger external volume than the average portable vacuum (13170.6 cm³ vs 4748 cm³).
    13,170.6 cm³ vs 4,748 cm³
  • 2 years older
    This portable vacuum cleaner was released earlier than the average portable vacuum.
    2,016 vs 2,021
  • 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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04/10/2022
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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 PD1200AV-XJ

  • Extended reach: The 5-meter cable and wrap-around flexible hose easily reach all areas of the car, including the boot.
  • Reliable power: Powered via a 12V car adapter, meaning it will not suddenly run out of charge mid-clean like typical cordless vacuums.
  • Compact and lightweight: The 'motor in the filter' technology keeps the device compact and easy to manoeuvre.
  • Easy to maintain: Features a cyclonic action to keep the filter clean, and a transparent bowl that is easy to empty and rinse.

What we don't like about BLACK+DECKER PD1200AV-XJ

  • Limited suction: Operating off a 12V supply means the suction power is slightly weaker compared to cordless or mains-powered vacuums.
  • Corded restriction: Must be plugged into the car's cigarette lighter to operate, limiting portability outside of the vehicle.
  • Potential motor heat: Can get slightly warm with continuous, prolonged use.

Verdict

The BLACK+DECKER PD1200AV-XJ Dustbuster Flexi is a 12V DC corded car vacuum cleaner designed specifically for vehicle interiors, drawing power directly from the cigarette lighter adapter. Key technical specifications include a 12.5 Air Watts suction power rating, a 0.56-litre translucent dust bowl capacity, and a generous 5-metre cable length to reach all areas of a vehicle. The main characteristics and pros include its innovative 1.2-metre integrated flexible hose, triple filtration system with cyclonic action to maintain steady suction, and compact wrap-around storage design. However, its primary cons are that it is not cordless, restricting use strictly to 12V vehicle power sockets, and its 12.5 AW suction capability can sometimes feel weak against deeply embedded dirt under car seats.

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