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ThisWorx ‎TWC-01 Review | 53 Data compared

Avg. price:~£20Suction pressure:?Capacity:0.5 LWeight:1.09 kgRuntime:N/A minHEPA filter:yes

ThisWorx ‎TWC-01 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.

ThisWorx ‎TWC-01
7.5/10

Overall score

Score
7.5/ 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.
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▲ Better than 70% of models
Score components

80%

7.2

Technical score

20%

8.6

User score

▲Better than 70% of portable vacuums
8.3

Value for money

Value for money
8.3/ 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
▲ Better than 81% of models
Score components

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

10

Price

▲Better than 81%
7.2

Technical score

Technical score
7.2/ 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
▲ Better than 55% of models
Score components

30%

7.3

Performance

30%

8.7

Filtration

24%

5.6

Battery

10%

8.1

Attachments

3%

6.2

Design

3%

3.6

Smart features

▲Better 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 85% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▲Better than 85%
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £20
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Technical Specifications of portable vacuum cleaner ThisWorx ‎TWC-01

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 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
▲ Better than 55% of models
Score components:

30%

7.3

Performance

30%

8.7

Filtration

24%

5.6

Battery

10%

8.1

Attachments

3%

6.2

Design

3%

3.6

Smart features

7.2
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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 85% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.6
Popularity
Popularity
10/ 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 92% of models
Popularity:
ThisWorx ‎TWC-01 has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than 91.9% of products in this category.
10
Value for money
Value for money
8.3/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 81% of models
Score components:

70%

7.5

Overall score

30%

10

Price

8.3
Cyclonic technology
no
This portable vacuum cleaner does not use cyclonic technology. 35.3% of vacuum cleaners use this filtration approach.
Wet & dry
yes
This portable vacuum cleaner supports wet-and-dry cleaning. This feature is present on 31.5% of portable vacuums.
Rated motor power
106 W
Market range: <0 W – >200 W
This portable vacuum cleaner has a rated motor power of 106 W, which is lower than that of 55.8% of portable vacuums and equal to that of 1.2% 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
0.5 L
Market range: <0 L – >1 L
This portable vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.5 L, which is larger than that of 56% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 20.7% 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
1
Market range: <1 – >6
This portable vacuum cleaner has 1 filtration stages, which is fewer than 82.3% of portable vacuums and equal to 17.7% of portable vacuums.
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Extension tube
yes
This portable vacuum cleaner includes an extension tube. This feature is present on 29.4% of portable vacuums.
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
34.04 cm
Depth
10.92 cm
Height
10.16 cm
Weight
1.09 kg
Market range: <0 kg – >2 kg
This portable vacuum cleaner weighs 1.09 kg, which is more than 68.5% of vacuum cleaners and equal to 1.1% 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.

ThisWorx ‎TWC-01 vs the average portable vacuum

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  • Suitable for allergy sufferers
    This portable vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers; the average portable vacuum is not specifically suitable for allergy sufferers.
  • Wet-and-dry cleaning
    This portable vacuum cleaner supports wet-and-dry cleaning; the average portable vacuum does not support wet-and-dry cleaning.
  • Includes an extension tube
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes an extension tube, while the average portable vacuum does not.
  • 5 dB lower operating noise
    This portable vacuum cleaner operates more quietly than the average portable vacuum (70 dB vs 75 dB).
    70 dB vs 75 dB
  • 0.1 L larger dust capacity
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average portable vacuum (0.5 L vs 0.4 L).
    0.5 L vs 0.4 L
  • Higher HEPA class
    This portable vacuum cleaner uses a higher HEPA class than the average portable vacuum (H13 vs H12).
    H13 vs H12
  • Includes a storage bag
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes a storage bag, while the average portable vacuum does not.
  • 2.25x cheaper
    ThisWorx ‎TWC-01 is cheaper than the average portable vacuum (£20 vs £45).
    £20 vs £45
  • 2.25x cheaper
    ThisWorx ‎TWC-01 is cheaper than the average portable vacuum (£20 vs £45).
    £20 vs £45
  • 7.7% 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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    ThisWorx ‎TWC-01
    the average portable vacuum
    ThisWorx ‎TWC-01 has a higher user score than the average portable vacuum (8.61 vs 8.000).
    8.61 vs 8
  • 6.9% better value for money
    ThisWorx ‎TWC-01 offers better value for money than the average portable vacuum (8.25 vs 7.7).
    8.25 vs 7.72
  • Wet-and-dry cleaning
    This portable vacuum cleaner supports wet-and-dry cleaning; the average portable vacuum does not support wet-and-dry cleaning.
  • 5 dB lower operating noise
    This portable vacuum cleaner operates more quietly than the average portable vacuum (70 dB vs 75 dB).
    70 dB vs 75 dB
  • Suitable for allergy sufferers
    This portable vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers; the average portable vacuum is not specifically suitable for allergy sufferers.
  • 0.1 L larger dust capacity
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average portable vacuum (0.5 L vs 0.4 L).
    0.5 L vs 0.4 L
  • Higher HEPA class
    This portable vacuum cleaner uses a higher HEPA class than the average portable vacuum (H13 vs H12).
    H13 vs H12
  • Includes an extension tube
    This portable vacuum cleaner includes an extension tube, 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.
  • 20.5% less external volume
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a smaller external volume than the average portable vacuum (3777 cm³ vs 4748 cm³).
    3,777 cm³ vs 4,748 cm³
  • No cordless operation
    This portable vacuum cleaner does not work cordlessly, the average portable vacuum does.
  • 1 fewer filtration stages
    This portable vacuum cleaner has fewer filtration stages than the average portable vacuum (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • 14 W less motor power
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a less powerful motor than the average portable vacuum (106 W vs 120 W).
    106 W vs 120 W
  • No display
    This portable vacuum cleaner does not have a display; the average portable vacuum has a display.
    none vs LED
  • 1 m shorter power cord
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a shorter power cord than the average portable vacuum (4 m vs 5 m).
    4 m vs 5 m
  • 45.3% heavier
    40% heavier: this portable vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average portable vacuum (1.1 kg vs 0.75 kg).
    1.09 kg vs 0.75 kg
  • 2 years older
    This portable vacuum cleaner was released earlier than the average portable vacuum.
    2,017 vs 2,021
  • 14 W less motor power
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a less powerful motor than the average portable vacuum (106 W vs 120 W).
    106 W vs 120 W
  • No cordless operation
    This portable vacuum cleaner does not work cordlessly, the average portable vacuum does.
  • 1 m shorter power cord
    This portable vacuum cleaner has a shorter power cord than the average portable vacuum (4 m vs 5 m).
    4 m vs 5 m
  • 1 fewer filtration stages
    This portable vacuum cleaner has fewer filtration stages than the average portable vacuum (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • 45.3% heavier
    40% heavier: this portable vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average portable vacuum (1.1 kg vs 0.75 kg).
    1.09 kg vs 0.75 kg
  • 2 years older
    This portable vacuum cleaner was released earlier than the average portable vacuum.
    2,017 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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Third-party reviews

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

What we like about ThisWorx ‎TWC-01

  • Extremely lightweight, compact, and easy to handle during long cleaning sessions.
  • The 16-foot (4.8m) power cord easily reaches the back seats and trunk of most vehicles.
  • Comes with a helpful variety of detailing attachments, including a crevice tool and brush.
  • Includes a convenient storage bag to keep the vacuum and accessories organized in the boot.
  • Features a washable HEPA filter system which reduces long-term maintenance costs.
  • Highly affordable and offers great value for quick, everyday surface touch-ups.
  • Plugs directly into the 12V cigarette lighter port, eliminating battery recharge waiting times.

What we don't like about ThisWorx ‎TWC-01

  • Suction power is weak and inadequate for deep cleaning embedded dirt or heavy debris.
  • Operates with a very loud, high-pitched grinding noise that can be disruptive.
  • The included storage bag is made of cheap, flimsy materials that rip easily.
  • Only has a single power setting, offering no option to increase suction when needed.
  • Requires the car engine to be running to avoid draining the vehicle battery.
  • The dust container has a small capacity and must be emptied frequently during use.
  • Isolated user reports mention overheating risks and the unit burning out over time.

Verdict

The ThisWorx TWC-01 is a compact and lightweight handheld car vacuum cleaner weighing 2.4 pounds and measuring 13.4 by 4 by 4.3 inches. It features a bagless design with a 106-watt (8.8 amp) motor that generates a 4.2 kPa cyclonic suction force, a washable HEPA filtration system, and a 16-foot power cord that plugs directly into a vehicle's 12V DC auxiliary cigarette lighter outlet. Key advantages include its portability, steady power output for both wet and dry debris cleanups, and a comprehensive kit containing a carrying bag, three detailing attachments, and a spare filter. However, its operation is limited strictly to 12V car outlets, it requires the vehicle's engine to be running during use, it can operate loudly at around 70 decibels, and the filter is prone to heating up quickly.

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