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Bosch Move BHN16L Review | 53 Data compared

Avg. price:~£60Suction pressure:?Capacity:0.3 LWeight:1.2 kgRuntime:40 minHEPA filter:no

Bosch Move BHN16L 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.

Bosch Move BHN16L
7.4/10

Overall score

Score
7.4/ 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
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Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 63% of models
Score components

80%

7.1

Technical score

20%

8.6

User score

▲Better than 63% of portable vacuums
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 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 55% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

▼Worse than 55%
7.1

Technical score

Technical score
7.1/ 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 55% of models
Score components

30%

7.1

Performance

30%

6.9

Filtration

24%

8.0

Battery

10%

6.1

Attachments

3%

5.6

Design

3%

7.2

Smart features

▼Worse than 55%
8.6

User score

User score
8.6/ 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 84% of models
Score components

70%

8.9

User ratings

30%

8.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▲Better than 84%
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Technical Specifications of portable vacuum cleaner Bosch Move BHN16L

Technical score
Technical score
7.1/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 55% of models
Score components:

30%

7.1

Performance

30%

6.9

Filtration

24%

8.0

Battery

10%

6.1

Attachments

3%

5.6

Design

3%

7.2

Smart features

7.1
User score
User score
8.6/ 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
▲ Better than 84% of models
Score components

70%

8.9

User ratings

30%

8.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.6
Popularity
Popularity
8.0/ 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
▲ Better than 67% of models
Popularity:
Bosch Move BHN16L has a popularity score of 8 points, which is higher than 67.4% of products in this category.
8.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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 55% of models
Score components:

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

7.7
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
?
Suction pressure
?
Suction power
?
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Battery energy
28 Wh
Market range: <0 Wh – >50 Wh
This portable vacuum cleaner has a battery energy capacity of 28 Wh, which is greater than that of 74.9% of portable vacuums and equal to that of 2.9% of portable vacuums.
Cordless
yes
This portable vacuum cleaner works cordlessly. 93.5% of vacuum cleaners offer cordless operation.
Battery type
NiMH
Battery voltage
16 V
Market range: <5 V – >25 V
This portable vacuum cleaner uses a battery voltage of 16 V, which is higher than that of 86.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.6% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery capacity
1,300 mAh
Market range: <1.5k mAh – >2.5k mAh
This portable vacuum cleaner has a battery capacity of 1,300 mAh, which is smaller than that of 98.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.6% 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
0.3 L
Market range: <0 L – >1 L
This portable vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.3 L, which is smaller than that of 65.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 7.1% 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
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
38 cm
Depth
11 cm
Height
13.5 cm
Weight
1.2 kg
Market range: <0 kg – >2 kg
This portable vacuum cleaner weighs 1.2 kg, which is more than 74.5% 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.

Bosch Move BHN16L vs the average portable vacuum

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  • 20 min longer runtime
    This portable vacuum cleaner runs longer per charge than the average portable vacuum (40 min vs 20 min).
    40 min vs 20 min
  • 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
  • Includes battery indicator
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes a battery level indicator, the average portable vacuum does not.
  • Includes removable battery
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes a removable battery, the average portable vacuum does not.
  • 4.9 V higher battery voltage
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a higher battery voltage than the average portable vacuum (16 V vs 11.1 V).
    16 V vs 11.1 V
  • 6 Wh more battery energy
    This portable vacuum cleaner stores more battery energy than the average portable vacuum (28 Wh vs 22 Wh).
    28 Wh vs 22 Wh
  • 7.6% higher user score
    User score
    8.6/ 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
    Bosch Move BHN16L
    the average portable vacuum
    Bosch Move BHN16L has a higher user score than the average portable vacuum (8.61 vs 8.000).
    8.61 vs 8
  • 7.6% higher user score
    User score
    8.6/ 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
    Bosch Move BHN16L
    the average portable vacuum
    Bosch Move BHN16L has a higher user score than the average portable vacuum (8.61 vs 8.000).
    8.61 vs 8
  • Uses cyclonic technology
    This portable vacuum cleaner uses cyclonic technology, the average portable vacuum does not.
  • 20 min longer runtime
    This portable vacuum cleaner runs longer per charge than the average portable vacuum (40 min vs 20 min).
    40 min vs 20 min
  • Includes battery indicator
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes a battery level indicator, the average portable vacuum does not.
  • Includes removable battery
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes a removable battery, the average portable vacuum does not.
  • 4.9 V higher battery voltage
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a higher battery voltage than the average portable vacuum (16 V vs 11.1 V).
    16 V vs 11.1 V
  • 6 Wh more battery energy
    This portable vacuum cleaner stores more battery energy than the average portable vacuum (28 Wh vs 22 Wh).
    28 Wh vs 22 Wh
  • 1 more filtration stages
    This portable vacuum cleaner has more filtration stages than the average portable vacuum (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 700 mAh smaller battery capacity
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable vacuum (1300 mAh vs 2000 mAh).
    1,300 mAh vs 2,000 mAh
  • 0.1 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).
    0.3 L vs 0.4 L
  • 60% heavier
    40% heavier: this portable vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average portable vacuum (1.2 kg vs 0.75 kg).
    1.2 kg vs 0.75 kg
  • 33.3% more expensive
    Bosch Move BHN16L is more expensive than the average portable vacuum (£60 vs £45).
    £60 vs £45
  • 0.4% worse value for money
    Bosch Move BHN16L offers worse value for money than the average portable vacuum (7.69 vs 7.7).
    7.69 vs 7.72
  • 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
  • 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
  • 700 mAh smaller battery capacity
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable vacuum (1300 mAh vs 2000 mAh).
    1,300 mAh vs 2,000 mAh
  • Does not include a HEPA filter
    This portable vacuum cleaner does not include a HEPA filter, while the average portable vacuum does.
  • 0.1 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).
    0.3 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.
  • 60% heavier
    40% heavier: this portable vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average portable vacuum (1.2 kg vs 0.75 kg).
    1.2 kg vs 0.75 kg
  • 18.9% more external volume
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a larger external volume than the average portable vacuum (5643 cm³ vs 4748 cm³).
    5,643 cm³ vs 4,748 cm³
  • 2 years older
    This portable vacuum cleaner was released earlier than the average portable vacuum.
    2,020 vs 2,021

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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 Bosch Move BHN16L

  • Lightweight and highly portable at around 1.1 kg
  • Impressive battery life for a handheld vacuum, offering up to 40 minutes of runtime
  • Sleek and attractive compact design that is easy to store
  • Good suction power on the higher setting, making it perfect for quick spot cleanups like crumbs and craft scraps
  • Convenient cordless maneuverability, especially useful for car interior cleaning
  • Hygienic, easy-to-empty bagless dust container
  • Washable triple-stage filtration system that cuts down on maintenance costs

What we don't like about Bosch Move BHN16L

  • Lacks versatile accessories, coming with only one short crevice nozzle attachment
  • Long charging time, taking approximately 4 to 5 hours to reach a full charge
  • Suction power on the lower power stage can feel a bit weak for heavier debris
  • Operates quite loudly when switched to the maximum power setting
  • The blue LED charging indicator light on some units stays illuminated indefinitely instead of turning off when full
  • The nozzle is considered too short by some users for reaching deep, narrow spaces
  • Not suitable as a primary vacuum for large households with heavy pet hair due to its small container size

Verdict

The Bosch Move BHN16L is a compact, bagless cordless handheld vacuum designed for quick dry cleaning tasks. Powered by a 14.4V Lithium-Ion battery with a 0.3-liter capacity container, it features a High Airflow system with efficient dust separation and operates on 2 distinct speed settings. Its primary advantages include an exceptionally long maximum runtime of up to 40 minutes for its class, a lightweight and ergonomic design weighing just 1.1 kg, and a washable filter that simplifies maintenance. However, its notable drawbacks are a prolonged battery charging time of approximately 5 hours and a weak suction level when operated on its lowest power setting.

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