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Hoover Ultra Vortex MBC500UV 011 Review | 53 Data compared

Avg. price:~£80Suction pressure:?Capacity:0.3 LWeight:2.3 kgRuntime:N/A minHEPA filter:yes

Hoover Ultra Vortex MBC500UV 011 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.

Hoover Ultra Vortex MBC500UV 011
7.1/10

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 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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Score components

80%

7.1

Technical score

20%

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User score

▼Worse than 64% 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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Score components

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

7.5

Price

▼Worse than 77%
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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Score components

30%

7.0

Performance

30%

8.5

Filtration

24%

6.1

Battery

10%

7.0

Attachments

3%

1.9

Design

3%

7.2

Smart features

▼Worse than 57%
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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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Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £80
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Technical Specifications of portable vacuum cleaner Hoover Ultra Vortex MBC500UV 011

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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Score components:

30%

7.0

Performance

30%

8.5

Filtration

24%

6.1

Battery

10%

7.0

Attachments

3%

1.9

Design

3%

7.2

Smart features

7.1
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
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Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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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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Popularity:
Hoover Ultra Vortex MBC500UV 011 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
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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Score components:

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

7.5

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
500 W
This portable vacuum cleaner has a rated motor power of 500 W, which is higher than that of 96.9% of portable vacuums.
Suction pressure
?
Suction power
?
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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
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
0.3 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
2
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
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
yes
This portable vacuum cleaner includes a mini motorized brush. 11.4% of vacuum cleaners include this attachment.
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Width
26 cm
Depth
26.6 cm
Height
17.8 cm
Weight
2.3 kg
This portable vacuum cleaner weighs 2.3 kg, which is more than 98.9% 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.

Hoover Ultra Vortex MBC500UV 011 vs the average portable vacuum

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  • Uses cyclonic technology
    This portable vacuum cleaner uses cyclonic technology, the average portable vacuum does not.
  • Suitable for allergy sufferers
    This portable vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers; the average portable vacuum is not specifically suitable for allergy sufferers.
  • 380 W more motor power
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a more powerful motor than the average portable vacuum (500 W vs 120 W).
    500 W vs 120 W
  • Includes mini motorized brush
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes a mini motorized brush, 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.
  • Uses cyclonic technology
    This portable vacuum cleaner uses cyclonic technology, the average portable vacuum does not.
  • 380 W more motor power
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a more powerful motor than the average portable vacuum (500 W vs 120 W).
    500 W vs 120 W
  • Suitable for allergy sufferers
    This portable vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers; the average portable vacuum is not specifically suitable for allergy sufferers.
  • Includes mini motorized brush
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes a mini motorized brush, 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.
  • 14 dB higher operating noise
    This portable vacuum cleaner operates more loudly than the average portable vacuum (89 dB vs 75 dB).
    89 dB vs 75 dB
  • No cordless operation
    This portable vacuum cleaner does not work cordlessly, 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.
  • 3.07x heavier
    40% heavier: this portable vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average portable vacuum (2.3 kg vs 0.75 kg).
    2.3 kg vs 0.75 kg
  • 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
  • 2.59x more external volume
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a larger external volume than the average portable vacuum (12310.5 cm³ vs 4748 cm³).
    12,310.48 cm³ vs 4,748 cm³
  • 77.8% more expensive
    Hoover Ultra Vortex MBC500UV 011 is more expensive than the average portable vacuum (£80 vs £45).
    £80 vs £45
  • 40,800 RPM lower maximum motor speed
    This portable vacuum cleaner reaches a lower maximum motor speed than the average portable vacuum (4200 RPM vs 45000 RPM).
    4,200 RPM vs 45,000 RPM
  • 77.8% more expensive
    Hoover Ultra Vortex MBC500UV 011 is more expensive than the average portable vacuum (£80 vs £45).
    £80 vs £45
  • 7% worse value for money
    Hoover Ultra Vortex MBC500UV 011 offers worse value for money than the average portable vacuum (7.22 vs 7.7).
    7.22 vs 7.72
  • 14 dB higher operating noise
    This portable vacuum cleaner operates more loudly than the average portable vacuum (89 dB vs 75 dB).
    89 dB vs 75 dB
  • 40,800 RPM lower maximum motor speed
    This portable vacuum cleaner reaches a lower maximum motor speed than the average portable vacuum (4200 RPM vs 45000 RPM).
    4,200 RPM vs 45,000 RPM
  • No cordless operation
    This portable vacuum cleaner does not work cordlessly, 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.
  • 3.07x heavier
    40% heavier: this portable vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average portable vacuum (2.3 kg vs 0.75 kg).
    2.3 kg vs 0.75 kg
  • 2.59x more external volume
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a larger external volume than the average portable vacuum (12310.5 cm³ vs 4748 cm³).
    12,310.48 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

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What we like about Hoover Ultra Vortex MBC500UV 011

  • Highly effective at removing hidden dust, dead skin, and pet hair from mattresses and soft furnishings
  • Features a built-in UV-C lamp to aid in eliminating allergens, bacteria, and dust mites
  • Strong, reliable suction for a compact handheld unit
  • Equipped with a rotating beater/brush bar that agitates fabrics to pull up deep-seated particles
  • Helps improve sleep quality and allergy symptoms by creating a noticeably cleaner sleep environment

What we don't like about Hoover Ultra Vortex MBC500UV 011

  • Small dust container (0.3L) means it requires frequent emptying, especially if cleaning multiple large items
  • A bit heavy and bulky to hold continuously over long cleaning sessions
  • Must be plugged into the mains (corded), which limits overall reach and portability
  • Some users debate the practical, long-term effectiveness of the UV light for completely eradicating bed bugs

Verdict

The Hoover Ultra Vortex MBC500UV 011 is a mains-powered, corded handheld mattress vacuum cleaner engineered with a 500W motor, a 5-metre power cord, and a bagless cyclonic filtration system utilizing a 0.3-litre dust container. Designed specifically for soft furnishings, beds, and sofas, it features three versatile cleaning modes: standard vacuuming, a "Roll & Beat" dynamic rotating brush bar operating at 4,200 rpm, and an integrated germicidal UV-C lamp clinically certified to eliminate up to 99.9% of bacteria, allergens, and dust mites. Main advantages include exceptional deep-cleaning power for embedded pet hair and micro-dust, Allergy UK approval, a wide cleaning profile that remains flat against textiles, and user-friendly push-button controls. However, notable drawbacks include its heavier 2.3 kg build which complicates vertical upholstery cleaning, loud operational noise levels reaching 89 dB, a small dirt cup capacity that demands frequent emptying, and a tendency for lightweight fabrics like loose blankets to cling to the suction head.

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