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BLACK+DECKER BDXCAV217G Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£90Suction power (AW):?Battery runtime:N/A minutesCapacity:3 LWeight:6.3 kg

BLACK+DECKER BDXCAV217G 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.

6.4

Overall score

Score
6.4/ 10
✕
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
▼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components

80%

6.1

Technical Score

20%

7.8

User score

▼Worse than 75% of vacuum-cleaners
6.1

Technical Score

Technical score
6.1/ 10
✕
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
▼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components

28%

6.7

Performance

22%

4.0

Battery

18%

8.8

Filtration

14%

6.5

Attachments

10%

5.0

Design

8%

4.0

Smart features

▼Worse than 82% of vacuum-cleaners
7.8

User score

User score
7.8/ 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
▼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

7.4

Number of reviews

Based on 402 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.
▼Worse than 78% of vacuum-cleaners
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Verdict

The BLACK+DECKER BDXCAV217G is a titanium gray, corded, bagless canister vacuum cleaner featuring a powerful 1200-watt motor and an advanced 12+ multi-cyclonic system designed to maintain strong, consistent suction. Key characteristics include a spacious 3-liter dust bin, an anti-allergen washable HEPA filter, rubberized wheels for multi-surface maneuverability, and an automatic 19.5-foot retractable power cord. Its main pros are the convenient fingertip suction control for delicate surfaces, zero ongoing maintenance costs due to washable filters, unlimited runtime, and an easy-to-empty design. However, notable cons include its bulkier and heavier canister profile at approximately 11 to 14 pounds, a higher operating noise level reaching 80 decibels, and limited reach due to its reliance on a physical power outlet.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner BLACK+DECKER BDXCAV217G

Technical Score
Technical score
6.1/ 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
▼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components:

28%

6.7

Performance

22%

4.0

Battery

18%

8.8

Filtration

14%

6.5

Attachments

10%

5.0

Design

8%

4.0

Smart features

6.1
BLACK+DECKER BDXCAV217G has a technical score of 6.1 points, which is lower than 82% of vacuum cleaners.
User score
User score
7.8/ 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
▼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

7.4

Number of reviews

Based on 402 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.
7.8
BLACK+DECKER BDXCAV217G has a user score of 7.83 points, which is lower than 77.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Popularity
Popularity
7.4/ 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 66% of models
Popularity:
BLACK+DECKER BDXCAV217G has a popularity score of 7.4 points, which is higher than 65.7% of vacuum cleaners.
7.4
BLACK+DECKER BDXCAV217G has a popularity score of 7.4 points, which is higher than 65.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.5/ 10
✕
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
▼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components:

60%

6.4

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.5
BLACK+DECKER BDXCAV217G has a value-for-money score of 7.5 points, which is lower than 60.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
?
Suction power (kPa)
18 kPa
Suction power (kPa)
18 kPa
▼ Worse than 60% of models
Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
This vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 18 kPa, which is lower than that of 60.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 5.5% of vacuum cleaners.
Airflow
?
Motor type
Universal motor
Power consumption
1,200 W
Power consumption
1,200 W
▼ Worse than 97% of models
Market range: <165 W – >899 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 1,200 W, which is higher than the power consumption of 97.4% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.5% 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
21.6 V
Battery voltage
21.6 V
▼ Worse than 60% of models
Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
This vacuum cleaner uses a battery voltage of 21.6 V, which is lower than that of 59.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 16.5% of vacuum cleaners.
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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
3 L
Capacity
3 L
▲ Better than 81% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 3 L, which is larger than that of 80.6% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 4.1% of vacuum cleaners.
Bagless
yes
Bagless
yes
▲ Better than 21% of models
This vacuum cleaner uses a bagless design. 78.6% of vacuum cleaners use this setup.
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Main brush type
classic
Roller type
none
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
no
Suitable for pet owners
no
▼ Worse than 72% of models
This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for pet owners. 72% of vacuum cleaners handle pet hair well.
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Vacuum type
canister
Weight
6.3 kg
Weight
6.3 kg
▼ Worse than 83% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 6.3 kg, which is greater than the weight of 83.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.2% 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.

BLACK+DECKER BDXCAV217G vs the average vacuum cleaner

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  • Includes parquet brush
    Parquet brush
    yes
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a parquet brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 2 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    3 L
    ▲ Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (3 L vs 1 L).
    3 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.
  • 160.3 mm narrower body
    Width
    104.7 mm
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is narrower than the average vacuum cleaner (104.7 mm vs 265 mm).
    104.7 mm vs 265 mm
  • 692 mm shorter body
    Height
    408 mm
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is shorter than the average vacuum cleaner (408 mm vs 1100 mm).
    408 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • 66.7% cheaper
    BLACK+DECKER BDXCAV217G is cheaper than the average vacuum cleaner (£90 vs £150).
    £90 vs £150
  • 66.7% cheaper
    BLACK+DECKER BDXCAV217G is cheaper than the average vacuum cleaner (£90 vs £150).
    £90 vs £150
  • 2 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    3 L
    ▲ Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (3 L vs 1 L).
    3 L vs 1 L
  • Includes parquet brush
    Parquet brush
    yes
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a parquet brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 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.
  • 160.3 mm narrower body
    Width
    104.7 mm
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is narrower than the average vacuum cleaner (104.7 mm vs 265 mm).
    104.7 mm vs 265 mm
  • 692 mm shorter body
    Height
    408 mm
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is shorter than the average vacuum cleaner (408 mm vs 1100 mm).
    408 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • Not pet-hair friendly
    Suitable for pet owners
    no
    ▼ Worse than 72% of models
    This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for pet owners, the average vacuum cleaner is.
  • 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.
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    80-80 dB
    ▼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (80-80 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    80-80 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 74% higher weight
    Weight
    6.3 kg
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (6.3 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    6.3 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 600 W higher power consumption
    Power consumption
    1,200 W
    ▼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (1200 W vs 600 W).
    1,200 W vs 600 W
  • 2 kPa lower suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    18 kPa
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (18 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    18 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 0.56 m shorter power cord
    Power cord length
    5.94 m
    ▼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >9.3 m
    This vacuum cleaner has a shorter power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (5.9 m vs 6.5 m).
    5.94 m vs 6.5 m
  • 0.6 V lower voltage
    Battery voltage
    21.6 V
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
    This vacuum cleaner has a lower battery voltage than the average vacuum cleaner (21.6 V vs 22.2 V).
    21.6 V vs 22.2 V
  • 2.2% lower user score
    User score
    7.8/ 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
    BLACK+DECKER BDXCAV217G
    the average vacuum cleaner
    ▲ Better than 81% of models
    BLACK+DECKER BDXCAV217G has a lower user score than the average vacuum cleaner (7.83 vs 8.000).
    7.83 vs 8
  • 2% worse value for money
    BLACK+DECKER BDXCAV217G offers worse value for money than the average vacuum cleaner (7.5 vs 7.6).
    7.5 vs 7.65
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    80-80 dB
    ▼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (80-80 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    80-80 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 600 W higher power consumption
    Power consumption
    1,200 W
    ▼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (1200 W vs 600 W).
    1,200 W vs 600 W
  • 2 kPa lower suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    18 kPa
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has lower suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (18 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    18 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 0.56 m shorter power cord
    Power cord length
    5.94 m
    ▼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >9.3 m
    This vacuum cleaner has a shorter power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (5.9 m vs 6.5 m).
    5.94 m vs 6.5 m
  • 0.6 V lower voltage
    Battery voltage
    21.6 V
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
    This vacuum cleaner has a lower battery voltage than the average vacuum cleaner (21.6 V vs 22.2 V).
    21.6 V vs 22.2 V
  • Not pet-hair friendly
    Suitable for pet owners
    no
    ▼ Worse than 72% of models
    This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for pet owners, the average vacuum cleaner is.
  • 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.
  • 74% higher weight
    Weight
    6.3 kg
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (6.3 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    6.3 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 92 mm deeper body
    Depth
    357 mm
    ▼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (357 mm vs 265 mm).
    357 mm vs 265 mm

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Third-party reviews

Based on 402 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about BLACK+DECKER BDXCAV217G?

  • Powerful multi-cyclonic suction that extracts deep dirt effectively
  • Lightweight and highly maneuverable design, making it easy to clean stairs
  • Convenient fingertip controls to easily adjust suction power
  • Large, bagless dust bin that is easy to empty with a single button push
  • Effective HEPA filtration system that traps allergens without releasing bad odors
  • Equipped with a useful automatic cord-rewind mechanism
  • Washable filters and dust bin that help keep maintenance costs low

What customers dislike about BLACK+DECKER BDXCAV217G?

  • Replacement filters can be very difficult to find in stock online
  • The cost of buying replacement filters is quite high relative to the vacuum's price
  • The retractable power cord sometimes fails to lock securely at the desired length
  • Requires considerable manual effort ('elbow grease') to push across certain carpets
  • The included attachments and accessories are relatively small in size

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