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Bosch BCHF216GB Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£95Suction power (AW):?Battery runtime:40 minutesCapacity:0.4 LWeight:2.4 kg

Bosch BCHF216GB 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.

6.5

Overall score

Score
6.5/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components

80%

6.1

Technical Score

20%

8.0

User score

â–¼Worse than 72% 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
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components

28%

7.5

Performance

22%

4.8

Battery

18%

6.0

Filtration

14%

5.4

Attachments

10%

8.1

Design

8%

4.0

Smart features

â–¼Worse than 79% of vacuum-cleaners
8.0

User score

User score
8.0/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

7.0

Number of reviews

Based on 260 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.
â–¼Worse than 74% of vacuum-cleaners
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Verdict

The Bosch BCHF216GB Serie 2 Readyy'y is a 2-in-1 cordless stick and handheld vacuum cleaner designed for everyday floor and upholstery cleaning. Weighing 2.4 kg, it features a 14.4V (16V Max) Lithium-Ion battery that provides up to 40 minutes of runtime on its lower setting, a 0.4-litre bagless dust container, and a motorized HighPower AllFloor brush with an EasyClean roller. Main advantages include its lightweight and highly flexible nozzle joint for reaching under furniture, a solid freestanding design that allows it to stand upright independently for easy storage, and a washable hygienic filter that eliminates ongoing bag costs. However, notable drawbacks include a long 5-hour battery recharge time, a significantly reduced runtime of roughly 15 minutes when using the higher power level, and a limited 0.4-litre bin capacity that requires frequent emptying.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Bosch BCHF216GB

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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components:

28%

7.5

Performance

22%

4.8

Battery

18%

6.0

Filtration

14%

5.4

Attachments

10%

8.1

Design

8%

4.0

Smart features

6.1
Bosch BCHF216GB has a technical score of 6.1 points, which is lower than 79.2% of vacuum cleaners.
User score
User score
8.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

7.0

Number of reviews

Based on 260 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.
8.0
Bosch BCHF216GB has a user score of 7.97 points, which is lower than 73.6% of vacuum cleaners.
Popularity
Popularity
7.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 61% of models
Popularity:
Bosch BCHF216GB has a popularity score of 7 points, which is higher than 61.3% of vacuum cleaners.
7.0
Bosch BCHF216GB has a popularity score of 7 points, which is higher than 61.3% 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components:

60%

6.5

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.5
Bosch BCHF216GB 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)
?
Airflow
?
Motor type
brushless
Power consumption
400 W
Power consumption
400 W
â–² Better than 66% of models
Market range: <165 W – >899 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 400 W, which is lower than the power consumption of 66.3% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 3.2% of vacuum cleaners.
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Cordless
yes
Cordless
yes
â–² Better than 51% of models
This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly. 49.5% of vacuum cleaners offer cordless operation.
Battery runtime
40 minutes
Battery runtime
40 minutes
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
This vacuum cleaner offers a battery runtime of 40 minutes, which is shorter than that of 64.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 18.6% of vacuum cleaners.
Charging time
5 hours
Charging time
5 hours
â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <3 hours – >5 hours
This vacuum cleaner charges in 5 hours, which is slower than 73.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to 20.4% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery capacity
2000 mAh
Battery capacity
2000 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k mAh
This vacuum cleaner has a battery capacity of 2000 mAh, which is smaller than that of 79.6% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 18.1% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery voltage
14.4 V
Battery voltage
14.4 V
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
This vacuum cleaner uses a battery voltage of 14.4 V, which is lower than that of 96.9% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.2% of vacuum cleaners.
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Filter class
microfilter
Filter class
microfilter
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
This vacuum cleaner uses filter class microfilter, which is less advanced than the class used by 88.1% of vacuum cleaners and the same as the class used by 1.1% of vacuum cleaners.
Minimum overall efficiency
?
Suitable for allergy sufferers
no
Suitable for allergy sufferers
no
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for allergy sufferers. 82.4% of vacuum cleaners are allergy-friendly.
Capacity
0.4 L
Capacity
0.4 L
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 0.4 L, which is smaller than that of 90.7% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 4.5% of vacuum cleaners.
Bagless
yes
Bagless
yes
â–² 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
roll brush
Roller type
bristled
Anti-tangle brush
no
Anti-tangle brush
no
â–¼ 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
â–¼ 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
â–² 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
stick
Weight
2.4 kg
Weight
2.4 kg
â–² Better than 82% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 2.4 kg, which is lower than the weight of 82.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.1% of vacuum cleaners.
2-in-1 design
yes
2-in-1 design
yes
â–² Better than 47% of models
This vacuum cleaner offers a 2-in-1 design. 53% of vacuum cleaners offer this flexible format.
Self-standing
yes
Self-standing
yes
â–² Better than 81% of models
This vacuum cleaner stands on its own. 18.9% of vacuum cleaners offer this convenience.
Adjustable tube height
no
Adjustable tube height
no
â–¼ Worse than 47% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not include adjustable tube height. 47.4% of vacuum cleaners offer this ergonomic feature.
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Auto suction adjustment
no
Auto suction adjustment
no
â–¼ 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
â–¼ 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
â–¼ 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
â–¼ 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
â–¼ Worse than 4% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not support mopping. 3.7% of vacuum cleaners support this multi-function feature.

Bosch BCHF216GB vs the average vacuum cleaner

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryFiltrationAttachmentsDesignSmart features
  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Self-standing design
    Self-standing
    yes
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    This vacuum cleaner stands on its own, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 33.7% lower weight
    Weight
    2.4 kg
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (2.4 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    2.4 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • Includes battery indicator
    Battery level indicator
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a battery level indicator, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 100 mm shallower body
    Depth
    165 mm
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is less deep than the average vacuum cleaner (165 mm vs 265 mm).
    165 mm vs 265 mm
  • 200 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    400 W
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (400 W vs 600 W).
    400 W vs 600 W
  • 200 W lower power consumption
    Power consumption
    400 W
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws less power than the average vacuum cleaner (400 W vs 600 W).
    400 W vs 600 W
  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes battery indicator
    Battery level indicator
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a battery level indicator, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Self-standing design
    Self-standing
    yes
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    This vacuum cleaner stands on its own, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 33.7% lower weight
    Weight
    2.4 kg
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (2.4 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    2.4 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 100 mm shallower body
    Depth
    165 mm
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is less deep than the average vacuum cleaner (165 mm vs 265 mm).
    165 mm vs 265 mm
  • 0.6 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.4 L
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.4 L vs 1 L).
    0.4 L vs 1 L
  • 1 hours slower charging
    Charging time
    5 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <3 hours – >5 hours
    This vacuum cleaner charges slower than the average vacuum cleaner (5 hours vs 4 hours).
    5 hours vs 4 hours
  • 500 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    2000 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k mAh
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller battery capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (2000 mAh vs 2500 mAh).
    2,000 mAh vs 2,500 mAh
  • 10 minutes shorter runtime
    Battery runtime
    40 minutes
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (40 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    40 minutes vs 50 minutes
  • Not allergy-friendly
    Suitable for allergy sufferers
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for allergy sufferers, the average vacuum cleaner is.
  • No upholstery nozzle
    Upholstery nozzle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No soft dusting brush
    Soft dusting brush
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include a soft dusting brush, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No cyclonic technology
    Cyclonic technology
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not use cyclonic technology, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 1.4% worse value for money
    Bosch BCHF216GB offers worse value for money than the average vacuum cleaner (7.54 vs 7.6).
    7.54 vs 7.65
  • 0.4% lower user score
    User score
    8.0/ 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
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Bosch BCHF216GB
    the average vacuum cleaner
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Bosch BCHF216GB has a lower user score than the average vacuum cleaner (7.97 vs 8.000).
    7.97 vs 8
  • No cyclonic technology
    Cyclonic technology
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not use cyclonic technology, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    78-78 dB
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (78-78 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    78-78 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 1 hours slower charging
    Charging time
    5 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <3 hours – >5 hours
    This vacuum cleaner charges slower than the average vacuum cleaner (5 hours vs 4 hours).
    5 hours vs 4 hours
  • 10 minutes shorter runtime
    Battery runtime
    40 minutes
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <30 minutes – >70 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (40 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    40 minutes vs 50 minutes
  • 500 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    2000 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k mAh
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller battery capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (2000 mAh vs 2500 mAh).
    2,000 mAh vs 2,500 mAh
  • 7.8 V lower voltage
    Battery voltage
    14.4 V
    â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
    Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
    This vacuum cleaner has a lower battery voltage than the average vacuum cleaner (14.4 V vs 22.2 V).
    14.4 V vs 22.2 V
  • 0.6 L smaller dust container
    Capacity
    0.4 L
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.4 L vs 1 L).
    0.4 L vs 1 L
  • Not allergy-friendly
    Suitable for allergy sufferers
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for allergy sufferers, the average vacuum cleaner is.
  • Lower filter class
    Filter class
    microfilter
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a lower filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (microfilter vs hepa).
    microfilter vs hepa
  • No upholstery nozzle
    Upholstery nozzle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No soft dusting brush
    Soft dusting brush
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include a soft dusting brush, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No crevice nozzle
    Flat crevice nozzle
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include a crevice nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 60 mm taller body
    Height
    1,160 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is taller than the average vacuum cleaner (1160 mm vs 1100 mm).
    1,160 mm vs 1,100 mm

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Third-party reviews

Based on 260 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about Bosch BCHF216GB?

  • Convenient 2-in-1 design easily converts from a stick to a handheld unit
  • Lightweight and highly maneuverable around furniture
  • Freestanding design allows it to stand upright on its own for easy storage
  • Good suction performance on hard floors and for daily light clean-ups
  • EasyClean brush roller is simple to remove and clear of tangled hair

What customers dislike about Bosch BCHF216GB?

  • Dust container capacity is quite small and requires frequent emptying
  • Battery runtime drops significantly from 40 minutes down to 10-15 minutes on the highest power setting
  • Suction power can struggle or falter on high-pile carpets and thick rugs
  • The release switch mechanism for emptying the dust box can feel stiff and hard to operate
  • Long-term battery degradation issues reported, with limited options for user replacement

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