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Akitas C5 Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£55Suction power (AW):?Battery runtime:N/A minutesCapacity:2.1 LWeight:4.76 kg

Akitas C5 Review: Compare 52 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Vacuum Cleaners category and whether it is worth buying.

7.0

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the vacuum cleaner's quality, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference for identifying the best vacuum cleaners on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 57% of models
Score components

80%

6.6

Technical Score

20%

8.2

User score

▲Better than 57% of vacuum-cleaners
6.6

Technical Score

Technical score
6.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the vacuum cleaner's technical performance across six key areas: performance, battery and power supply, filtration, attachments, design, and smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare vacuum cleaners by cleaning performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 53% of models
Score components

28%

7.8

Performance

22%

4.9

Battery

18%

8.2

Filtration

14%

7.1

Attachments

10%

5.7

Design

8%

4.0

Smart features

▲Better than 53% of vacuum-cleaners
8.2

User score

User score
8.2/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
When it matters
When you want to know how a vacuum cleaner performs in everyday use and how reliable owners find it over time.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 73% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

6.9

Number of reviews

Based on 244 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
▲Better than 73% of vacuum-cleaners
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Verdict

The Akitas C5 is a corded, cylinder bagged vacuum cleaner equipped with a high-efficiency 850W motor, a 1.4-litre to 2.1-litre dust bag capacity, and an integrated HEPA filtration system optimized for allergy sufferers and pet owners. Key pros include its lightweight 4.76 kg compact frame, an extensive 9-meter cleaning radius (via a 5-meter power cord and a 1.5-meter flexible hose), automatic cable rewind, and premium attachments like the German Wessel-Werk RD264+ floor head alongside a dedicated Turbo Pet Hair Brush. However, notable cons include the ongoing operational costs and required upkeep of purchasing replacement disposable dust bags, paired with a maximum noise level of 70 dB during operation.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Akitas C5

Technical Score
Technical score
6.6/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the vacuum cleaner's technical performance across six key areas: performance, battery and power supply, filtration, attachments, design, and smart features.
When it matters
When you want to compare vacuum cleaners by cleaning performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 53% of models
Score components:

28%

7.8

Performance

22%

4.9

Battery

18%

8.2

Filtration

14%

7.1

Attachments

10%

5.7

Design

8%

4.0

Smart features

6.6
Akitas C5 has a technical score of 6.6 points, which is higher than 53.3% of vacuum cleaners.
User score
User score
8.2/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
When it matters
When you want to know how a vacuum cleaner performs in everyday use and how reliable owners find it over time.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 73% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

6.9

Number of reviews

Based on 244 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
8.2
Akitas C5 has a user score of 8.23 points, which is higher than 73% of vacuum cleaners.
Popularity
Popularity
6.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
When it matters
When you prefer a vacuum cleaner that has been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 60% of models
Popularity:
Akitas C5 has a popularity score of 6.9 points, which is higher than 59.9% of vacuum cleaners.
6.9
Akitas C5 has a popularity score of 6.9 points, which is higher than 59.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the vacuum cleaner's overall score with its price.
When it matters
When you are looking for a vacuum cleaner with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 67% of models
Score components:

60%

7.0

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.9
Akitas C5 has a value-for-money score of 7.9 points, which is higher than 66.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
?
Suction power (kPa)
25 kPa
Suction power (kPa)
25 kPa
▲ Better than 78% of models
Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
This vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 25 kPa, which is higher than that of 78.3% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 3.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Airflow
?
Motor type
ac
Power consumption
850 W
Power consumption
850 W
▼ Worse than 82% of models
Market range: <165 W – >899 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 850 W, which is higher than the power consumption of 82.3% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.9% of vacuum cleaners.
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Cordless
no
Cordless
no
▼ Worse than 50% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not work cordlessly. 49.5% of vacuum cleaners offer cordless operation.
Battery runtime
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Battery capacity
N/A
Battery voltage
N/A
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Filter class
hepa
Filter class
hepa
▼ Worse than 38% of models
This vacuum cleaner uses filter class hepa, which is more advanced than the class used by 16% of vacuum cleaners and the same as the class used by 46% of vacuum cleaners.
Minimum overall efficiency
99.95%
Minimum overall efficiency
99.95%
▼ Worse than 41% of models
Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
This vacuum cleaner reaches 99.95% minimum overall efficiency, which is higher than that of 32% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 26.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
▲ Better than 18% of models
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers. 82.4% of vacuum cleaners are allergy-friendly.
Capacity
2.1 L
Capacity
2.1 L
▲ Better than 74% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 2.1 L, which is larger than that of 74.4% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.3% of vacuum cleaners.
Bagless
no
Bagless
no
▼ Worse than 79% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not use a bagless design. 78.6% of vacuum cleaners use this setup.
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Main brush type
classic
Roller type
bristled
Anti-tangle brush
no
Anti-tangle brush
no
▼ Worse than 26% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include an anti-tangle brush. 25.7% of vacuum cleaners include this feature.
Mini motorized brush
no
Mini motorized brush
no
▼ Worse than 27% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include a mini motorized brush. 26.9% of vacuum cleaners include this attachment.
Suitable for pet owners
yes
Suitable for pet owners
yes
▲ Better than 28% of models
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for pet owners. 72% of vacuum cleaners handle pet hair well.
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Vacuum type
canister
Weight
4.76 kg
Weight
4.76 kg
▼ Worse than 69% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 4.76 kg, which is greater than the weight of 68.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.1% of vacuum cleaners.
2-in-1 design
no
2-in-1 design
no
▼ Worse than 53% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not offer a 2-in-1 design. 53% of vacuum cleaners offer this flexible format.
Self-standing
no
Self-standing
no
▼ Worse than 19% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not stand on its own. 18.9% of vacuum cleaners offer this convenience.
Adjustable tube height
yes
Adjustable tube height
yes
▲ Better than 53% of models
This vacuum cleaner includes adjustable tube height. 47.4% of vacuum cleaners offer this ergonomic feature.
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Auto suction adjustment
no
Auto suction adjustment
no
▼ Worse than 20% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not support automatic suction adjustment. 19.9% of vacuum cleaners support this feature.
Dust particle sensor
no
Dust particle sensor
no
▼ Worse than 8% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include a dust particle sensor. 8% of vacuum cleaners include this feature.
LED display
no
LED display
no
▼ Worse than 26% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include an LED display. 25.9% of vacuum cleaners include this interface feature.
Nozzle light
no
Nozzle light
no
▼ Worse than 43% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include a nozzle light. 43.4% of vacuum cleaners include this visibility feature.
Mopping support
no
Mopping support
no
▼ Worse than 4% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not support mopping. 3.7% of vacuum cleaners support this multi-function feature.

Akitas C5 vs the average vacuum cleaner

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  • 5 kPa higher suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    25 kPa
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (25 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    25 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 6 m longer power cord
    Power cord length
    12.5 m
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >9.3 m
    This vacuum cleaner has a longer power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (12.5 m vs 6.5 m).
    12.5 m vs 6.5 m
  • Less operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    70-70 dB
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is quieter than the average vacuum cleaner (70-70 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    70-70 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • Adjustable tube height
    Adjustable tube height
    yes
    ▲ Better than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner has adjustable tube height, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 1.1 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    2.1 L
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (2.1 L vs 1 L).
    2.1 L vs 1 L
  • 2.73x cheaper
    Akitas C5 is cheaper than the average vacuum cleaner (£55 vs £150).
    £55 vs £150
  • Newer release date
    Release date
    2024
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This vacuum cleaner has a newer release date than the average vacuum cleaner (2024 vs 2021).
    2024 vs 2021
  • 20 mm wider cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    280 mm
    ▲ Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <230 mm – >309 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a wider cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (280 mm vs 260 mm).
    280 mm vs 260 mm
  • 2.73x cheaper
    Akitas C5 is cheaper than the average vacuum cleaner (£55 vs £150).
    £55 vs £150
  • 2.9% higher user score
    User score
    8.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total number of reviews received by the vacuum cleaner.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a vacuum cleaner performs in everyday use and how reliable owners find it over time.
    Score distribution
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    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Akitas C5
    the average vacuum cleaner
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    Akitas C5 has a higher user score than the average vacuum cleaner (8.23 vs 8.000).
    8.23 vs 8
  • 5 kPa higher suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    25 kPa
    ▲ Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (25 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    25 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • Less operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    70-70 dB
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is quieter than the average vacuum cleaner (70-70 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    70-70 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 20 mm wider cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    280 mm
    ▲ Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <230 mm – >309 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a wider cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (280 mm vs 260 mm).
    280 mm vs 260 mm
  • 6 m longer power cord
    Power cord length
    12.5 m
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >9.3 m
    This vacuum cleaner has a longer power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (12.5 m vs 6.5 m).
    12.5 m vs 6.5 m
  • 1.1 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    2.1 L
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (2.1 L vs 1 L).
    2.1 L vs 1 L
  • Adjustable tube height
    Adjustable tube height
    yes
    ▲ Better than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner has adjustable tube height, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Newer release date
    Release date
    2024
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This vacuum cleaner has a newer release date than the average vacuum cleaner (2024 vs 2021).
    2024 vs 2021
  • No handheld conversion
    2-in-1 design
    no
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No bagless design
    Bagless
    no
    ▼ Worse than 79% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not use a bagless design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No cyclonic technology
    Cyclonic technology
    no
    ▼ Worse than 71% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not use cyclonic technology, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 31.5% higher weight
    Weight
    4.76 kg
    ▼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (4.8 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    4.76 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 250 W higher power consumption
    Power consumption
    850 W
    ▼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (850 W vs 600 W).
    850 W vs 600 W
  • No cyclonic technology
    Cyclonic technology
    no
    ▼ Worse than 71% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not use cyclonic technology, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 250 W higher power consumption
    Power consumption
    850 W
    ▼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (850 W vs 600 W).
    850 W vs 600 W
  • No bagless design
    Bagless
    no
    ▼ Worse than 79% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not use a bagless design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No handheld conversion
    2-in-1 design
    no
    ▼ Worse than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 31.5% higher weight
    Weight
    4.76 kg
    ▼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (4.8 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    4.76 kg vs 3.62 kg

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Third-party reviews

Based on 244 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about Akitas C5?

  • High value for money/budget-friendly price
  • Lightweight and compact design (approx. 4.76kg) makes it easy to carry and store
  • Powerful suction performance effective on both carpets and hard floors
  • Hygienic bagged system and HEPA filtration are ideal for allergy sufferers and pet owners
  • Easy to assemble and simple to operate
  • Includes a high-quality Wessel-Werk floor head for seamless surface switching

What customers dislike about Akitas C5?

  • Power cord is considered too short by some users, necessitating extension leads
  • Telescopic pole length may be uncomfortable for taller users (e.g., those 5'10" and above)
  • Instruction manuals are sometimes reported as poor or unclear
  • Requires ongoing purchase of replacement dust bags
  • May not be powerful enough for heavy-duty commercial use or extremely thick carpets

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