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Brigii H5 review: 54 specs compared

Avg. price:~£70Suction pressure:11 kPaCapacity:0.1 LWeight:0.7 kgRuntime:30 minHEPA filter:yes

Brigii H5 Review: Compare 54 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Portable Vacuums category and whether it is worth buying.

Brigii H5
7.6/10

Overall score

Score
7.6/ 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.
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▲ Better than 75% of models
Score components

80%

7.5

Technical score

20%

7.7

User score

▲Better than 75% 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 54% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

8.0

Price

▼Worse than 54%
7.5

Technical score

Technical score
7.5/ 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
▲ Better than 75% of models
Score components

30%

6.5

Performance

30%

7.7

Filtration

24%

9.0

Battery

10%

7.6

Attachments

3%

5.2

Design

3%

7.2

Smart features

▲Better than 75%
7.7

User score

User score
7.7/ 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 68% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

User ratings

30%

7.1

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▼Worse than 68%
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Technical Specifications of portable vacuum cleaner Brigii H5

Technical score
Technical score
7.5/ 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
▲ Better than 75% of models
Score components:

30%

6.5

Performance

30%

7.7

Filtration

24%

9.0

Battery

10%

7.6

Attachments

3%

5.2

Design

3%

7.2

Smart features

7.5
User score
User score
7.7/ 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 68% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

User ratings

30%

7.1

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.7
Popularity
Popularity
7.1/ 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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▲ Better than 51% of models
Popularity:
Brigii H5 has a popularity score of 7.1 points, which is higher than 50.8% of products in this category.
7.1
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 54% of models
Score components:

70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

8.0

Price

7.7
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
140 W
Market range: <0 W – >200 W
This portable vacuum cleaner has a rated motor power of 140 W, which is higher than that of 85.3% of portable vacuums and equal to that of 1.2% of portable vacuums.
Suction pressure
11 kPa
Market range: <0 kPa – >20 kPa
This portable vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 11 kPa, which is higher than that of 80.4% of portable vacuums and equal to that of 1.4% of portable vacuums.
Suction power
26 AW
Market range: <0 AW – >100 AW
This portable vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 26 AW, which is higher than that of 54.7% of vacuum cleaners.
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Battery energy
37 Wh
Market range: <0 Wh – >50 Wh
This portable vacuum cleaner has a battery energy capacity of 37 Wh, which is greater than that of 90.1% of portable vacuums and equal to that of 0.6% 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
12 V
Market range: <5 V – >25 V
This portable vacuum cleaner uses a battery voltage of 12 V, which is higher than that of 50.6% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 25% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery capacity
2,500 mAh
Market range: <1.5k mAh – >2.5k mAh
This portable vacuum cleaner has a battery capacity of 2,500 mAh, which is larger than that of 86% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 8.8% of vacuum cleaners.
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HEPA filter
yes
This portable vacuum cleaner includes a HEPA filter. This feature is present on 56.5% of portable vacuums.
Washable filter
yes
This portable vacuum cleaner includes a washable filter. 96.2% of vacuum cleaners include this maintenance-friendly feature.
Capacity
0.1 L
Market range: <0 L – >1 L
This portable vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.1 L, which is smaller than that of 88.6% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 6.5% 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
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
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
35.8 cm
Depth
22 cm
Height
17.2 cm
Weight
0.7 kg
Market range: <0 kg – >2 kg
This portable vacuum cleaner weighs 0.7 kg, which is less than 56% 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
LED
This portable vacuum cleaner has a display. This feature is present on 80.4% of portable vacuums.
Filter replacement indicator
yes
This portable vacuum cleaner includes a filter replacement indicator. This feature is present on 2.7% of portable vacuums.

Brigii H5 vs the average portable vacuum

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryFiltrationAttachmentsDesignSmart features
  • 10 min longer runtime
    This portable vacuum cleaner runs longer per charge than the average portable vacuum (30 min vs 20 min).
    30 min vs 20 min
  • 3.25 kPa higher suction pressure
    This portable vacuum cleaner produces higher suction pressure than the average portable vacuum (11 kPa vs 7.75 kPa).
    11 kPa vs 7.75 kPa
  • 1 more filtration stages
    This portable vacuum cleaner has more filtration stages than the average portable vacuum (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • 500 mAh larger battery capacity
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a larger battery capacity than the average portable vacuum (2,500 mAh vs 2000 mAh).
    2,500 mAh vs 2,000 mAh
  • 15 Wh more battery energy
    This portable vacuum cleaner stores more battery energy than the average portable vacuum (37 Wh vs 22 Wh).
    37 Wh vs 22 Wh
  • Includes battery indicator
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes a battery level indicator, the average portable vacuum does not.
  • 1 more speed levels
    This portable vacuum cleaner offers more speed levels than the average portable vacuum (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • 20 W more motor power
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a more powerful motor than the average portable vacuum (140 W vs 120 W).
    140 W vs 120 W
  • 3.25 kPa higher suction pressure
    This portable vacuum cleaner produces higher suction pressure than the average portable vacuum (11 kPa vs 7.75 kPa).
    11 kPa vs 7.75 kPa
  • 1 more speed levels
    This portable vacuum cleaner offers more speed levels than the average portable vacuum (2 vs 1).
    2 vs 1
  • 20 W more motor power
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a more powerful motor than the average portable vacuum (140 W vs 120 W).
    140 W vs 120 W
  • 53,000 RPM higher maximum motor speed
    This portable vacuum cleaner reaches a higher maximum motor speed than the average portable vacuum (98,000 RPM vs 45,000 RPM).
    98,000 RPM vs 45,000 RPM
  • 1 AW stronger suction
    This portable vacuum cleaner has higher suction power than the average portable vacuum (26 AW vs 25 AW).
    26 AW vs 25 AW
  • 10 min longer runtime
    This portable vacuum cleaner runs longer per charge than the average portable vacuum (30 min vs 20 min).
    30 min vs 20 min
  • 15 Wh more battery energy
    This portable vacuum cleaner stores more battery energy than the average portable vacuum (37 Wh vs 22 Wh).
    37 Wh vs 22 Wh
  • 500 mAh larger battery capacity
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a larger battery capacity than the average portable vacuum (2,500 mAh vs 2000 mAh).
    2,500 mAh vs 2,000 mAh
  • Includes battery indicator
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes a battery level indicator, the average portable vacuum does not.
  • USB charging
    This portable vacuum cleaner supports USB charging; the average portable vacuum does not support USB charging.
  • 0.9 V higher battery voltage
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a higher battery voltage than the average portable vacuum (12 V vs 11.1 V).
    12 V vs 11.1 V
  • 1 more filtration stages
    This portable vacuum cleaner has more filtration stages than the average portable vacuum (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • Includes an anti-tangle brushroll
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes an anti-tangle brushroll, 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.
  • 6.7% lighter
    This portable vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average portable vacuum (0.7 kg vs 0.75 kg).
    0.7 kg vs 0.75 kg
  • 2 years newer
    This portable vacuum cleaner was released more recently than the average portable vacuum.
    2,022 vs 2,021
  • 0.3 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).
    0.1 L vs 0.4 L
  • 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.
  • 2.85x more external volume
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a larger external volume than the average portable vacuum (13,547 cm³ vs 4,748 cm³).
    13,547 cm³ vs 4,748 cm³
  • 55.6% more expensive
    Brigii H5 is more expensive than the average portable vacuum (£70 vs £45).
    £70 vs £45
  • 4.4% lower user score
    User score
    7.7/ 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
    Brigii H5
    the average portable vacuum
    Brigii H5 has a lower user score than the average portable vacuum (7.66 vs 8.000).
    7.66 vs 8
  • 1.5 min shorter turbo runtime
    This portable vacuum cleaner offers shorter turbo runtime than the average portable vacuum (13 min vs 14.5 min).
    13 min vs 14.5 min
  • 0.3% worse value for money
    Brigii H5 offers worse value for money than the average portable vacuum (7.68 vs 7.7).
    7.68 vs 7.7
  • 55.6% more expensive
    Brigii H5 is more expensive than the average portable vacuum (£70 vs £45).
    £70 vs £45
  • 4.4% lower user score
    User score
    7.7/ 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
    Brigii H5
    the average portable vacuum
    Brigii H5 has a lower user score than the average portable vacuum (7.66 vs 8.000).
    7.66 vs 8
  • 0.3% worse value for money
    Brigii H5 offers worse value for money than the average portable vacuum (7.68 vs 7.7).
    7.68 vs 7.7
  • 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
  • 1.5 min shorter turbo runtime
    This portable vacuum cleaner offers shorter turbo runtime than the average portable vacuum (13 min vs 14.5 min).
    13 min vs 14.5 min
  • 0.3 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).
    0.1 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.
  • 2.85x more external volume
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a larger external volume than the average portable vacuum (13,547 cm³ vs 4,748 cm³).
    13,547 cm³ vs 4,748 cm³

Video reviews

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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the-gadgeteer.com
01/03/2023
Summary of the review
Brigii H5 Handheld Vacuum review - plenty of power in a small package
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techadvisor.com
11/04/2023
Summary of the review
Brigii H5 Handheld Vacuum Review: Spot Cleaning Champion

Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Brigii H5

  • Strong suction power (up to 14kPa/18kPa) for its small size
  • Lightweight and highly portable frame weighing slightly over a pound
  • Upgraded clear digital display that shows the exact battery percentage
  • Significantly larger dust bin capacity (320ml) compared to previous mini models
  • Convenient USB-C charging capability
  • Versatile attachments, including a crevice tool and an upholstery brush
  • Comes with a convenient storage caddy/stand to hold the vacuum and accessories

What customers don't like about Brigii H5

  • Short battery life when operating on turbo mode (lasting only about 10-12 minutes)
  • Long charging time, taking up to 4-5 hours to fully recharge
  • Potential sealing and filtration issues, showing leaks during fine allergen/fog tests
  • Built-in battery is not replaceable, which limits the overall lifespan of the device
  • The wire handle used to remove the internal filter feels slightly flimsy
  • Does not come with a spare replacement filter, and finding replacements on the official website can be difficult
  • The standard/cheaper base version lacks the battery percentage indicator entirely

Verdict

The Brigii H5 is a compact, cordless handheld vacuum weighing approximately 1.54 lbs and powered by a 98,000 RPM digital motor that delivers a choice of 11,000 Pa or 18,000 Pa of suction across two modes. It features a built-in LED digital display for monitoring battery life, a 320 ml capacity twist-to-open dustbin, a triple filtration system with a washable HEPA filter, and a 2500 mAh battery that charges via USB-C to offer up to 30 minutes of continuous cleaning in Eco mode or 13 minutes in Turbo mode. Main advantages include its lightweight portability, high airflow output for clearing heavy debris, a useful storage stand, and versatile lockable attachments like a crevice tool and multi-surface tool. However, prominent drawbacks include a long recharge time of up to 4 to 5 hours, potential filtration leaking during fine dust or allergen heavy use, a somewhat flimsy inner wire filter handle, and decreased runtime under maximum power settings.

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