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BLACK+DECKER REVHV8C-QW Review | 53 Data compared

Avg. price:~£45Suction pressure:4.86 kPaCapacity:0.125 LWeight:0.66 kgRuntime:11 minHEPA filter:no

BLACK+DECKER REVHV8C-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.

BLACK+DECKER REVHV8C-QW
5.6/10

Overall score

Score
5.6/ 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 98% of models
Score components

80%

5.2

Technical score

20%

7.1

User score

▼Worse than 98% of portable vacuums
6.6

Value for money

Value for money
6.6/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

▼Worse than 95%
5.2

Technical score

Technical score
5.2/ 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
▼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components

30%

3.7

Performance

30%

5.9

Filtration

24%

5.8

Battery

10%

5.8

Attachments

3%

5.3

Design

3%

7.2

Smart features

▼Worse than 98%
7.1

User score

User score
7.1/ 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 87% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

User ratings

30%

4.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▼Worse than 87%
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Technical Specifications of portable vacuum cleaner BLACK+DECKER REVHV8C-QW

Technical score
Technical score
5.2/ 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
▼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components:

30%

3.7

Performance

30%

5.9

Filtration

24%

5.8

Battery

10%

5.8

Attachments

3%

5.3

Design

3%

7.2

Smart features

5.2
User score
User score
7.1/ 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 87% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

User ratings

30%

4.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.1
Popularity
Popularity
4.3/ 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
▼ Worse than 72% of models
Popularity:
BLACK+DECKER REVHV8C-QW has a popularity score of 4.3 points, which is lower than 71.7% of products in this category.
4.3
Value for money
Value for money
6.6/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components:

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

6.6
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
4.86 kPa
Market range: <0 kPa – >20 kPa
This portable vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 4.86 kPa, which is lower than that of 76.2% of portable vacuums and equal to that of 0.7% of portable vacuums.
Suction power
19 AW
Market range: <0 AW – >100 AW
This portable vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 19 AW, which is lower than that of 65.6% of vacuum cleaners.
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Battery energy
14 Wh
Market range: <0 Wh – >50 Wh
This portable vacuum cleaner has a battery energy capacity of 14 Wh, which is lower than that of 78.4% of portable vacuums and equal to that of 12.9% 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
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
0.125 L
Market range: <0 L – >1 L
This portable vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.125 L, which is smaller than that of 82.1% 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
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
no
This portable vacuum cleaner does not include a flat crevice tool. 90.2% of portable vacuums have this feature.
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
17 cm
Depth
44.1 cm
Height
45 cm
Weight
0.66 kg
Market range: <0 kg – >2 kg
This portable vacuum cleaner weighs 0.66 kg, which is less than 63.6% of vacuum cleaners and equal to 0.5% 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 REVHV8C-QW vs the average portable vacuum

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryFiltrationAttachmentsDesignSmart features
  • 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.
  • 2 years newer
    This portable vacuum cleaner was released more recently than the average portable vacuum.
    2,024 vs 2,021
  • 12% lighter
    40% lighter: this portable vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average portable vacuum (0.7 kg vs 0.75 kg).
    0.66 kg vs 0.75 kg
  • 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.
  • 2 years newer
    This portable vacuum cleaner was released more recently than the average portable vacuum.
    2,024 vs 2,021
  • 12% lighter
    40% lighter: this portable vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average portable vacuum (0.7 kg vs 0.75 kg).
    0.66 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.
  • 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
  • 0.28 L smaller dust capacity
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average portable vacuum (0.1 L vs 0.4 L).
    0.125 L vs 0.4 L
  • 2.89 kPa lower suction pressure
    This portable vacuum cleaner produces lower suction pressure than the average portable vacuum (4.9 kPa vs 7.75 kPa).
    4.86 kPa vs 7.75 kPa
  • 9 min shorter runtime
    This portable vacuum cleaner runs for less time per charge than the average portable vacuum (11 min vs 20 min).
    11 min vs 20 min
  • Does not include a flat crevice tool
    This portable vacuum cleaner does not include a flat crevice tool, while the average portable vacuum does.
  • 8 Wh less battery energy
    This portable vacuum cleaner stores less battery energy than the average portable vacuum (14 Wh vs 22 Wh).
    14 Wh vs 22 Wh
  • 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
  • 16.7% worse value for money
    BLACK+DECKER REVHV8C-QW offers worse value for money than the average portable vacuum (6.62 vs 7.7).
    6.62 vs 7.72
  • 13.1% lower user score
    User score
    7.1/ 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 REVHV8C-QW
    the average portable vacuum
    BLACK+DECKER REVHV8C-QW has a lower user score than the average portable vacuum (7.08 vs 8.000).
    7.08 vs 8
  • 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
  • 2.89 kPa lower suction pressure
    This portable vacuum cleaner produces lower suction pressure than the average portable vacuum (4.9 kPa vs 7.75 kPa).
    4.86 kPa vs 7.75 kPa
  • 6 AW weaker suction
    This portable vacuum cleaner has lower suction power than the average portable vacuum (19 AW vs 25 AW).
    19 AW vs 25 AW
  • 9 min shorter runtime
    This portable vacuum cleaner runs for less time per charge than the average portable vacuum (11 min vs 20 min).
    11 min vs 20 min
  • 8 Wh less battery energy
    This portable vacuum cleaner stores less battery energy than the average portable vacuum (14 Wh vs 22 Wh).
    14 Wh vs 22 Wh
  • 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
  • 4.1 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.
  • 0.28 L smaller dust capacity
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average portable vacuum (0.1 L vs 0.4 L).
    0.125 L vs 0.4 L
  • Does not include a flat crevice tool
    This portable vacuum cleaner does not include a flat crevice tool, 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.
  • 7.11x more external volume
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a larger external volume than the average portable vacuum (33736.5 cm³ vs 4748 cm³).
    33,736.5 cm³ vs 4,748 cm³

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Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about BLACK+DECKER REVHV8C-QW

  • Compact and lightweight design makes it very easy to handle.
  • Convenient for quick, light clean-ups like small crumbs, spills, and tidying up the car.
  • Straightforward maintenance, with many users finding the filter easy to remove and wash.
  • Simple operation that makes it an accessible tool for everyday household touch-ups.

What we don't like about BLACK+DECKER REVHV8C-QW

  • Battery life is relatively short, typically lasting only 11 to 15 minutes on a full charge.
  • Suction power is weak for larger debris, with some users reporting difficulty picking up heavier particles.
  • Requires frequent charging if used for more than very brief tasks.
  • Mixed reports regarding overall durability, with a few users noting issues with longevity.

Verdict

The BLACK+DECKER reviva REVHV8C-QW is an eco-friendly 7.2V cordless handheld vacuum featuring a slim, ergonomic design and a housing made from 50% certified recycled plastic. It delivers up to 19 air watts of suction power via its 2.0Ah lithium-ion battery and includes a built-in flip-out brush, a long nozzle for tight spaces, and a washable 125ml translucent dust bowl. Main pros include its lightweight 0.66 kg build, convenient integrated attachments, fade-free power, and sustainable construction. However, notable cons include a short runtime of only 10 to 11 minutes per charge, a lengthy 5-hour battery charging time, and a relatively small debris capacity intended strictly for quick dry pick-ups.

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