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Bosch Serie 2 BGC05AAA2 Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£80Suction power (AW):?Battery runtime:N/A minutesCapacity:1.5 LWeight:6 kg

Bosch Serie 2 BGC05AAA2 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.

6.8

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 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–² Better than 51% of models
Score components

80%

6.3

Technical Score

20%

8.9

User score

â–²Better than 51% of vacuum-cleaners
6.3

Technical Score

Technical score
6.3/ 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 67% of models
Score components

28%

7.7

Performance

22%

3.9

Battery

18%

9.2

Filtration

14%

5.9

Attachments

10%

4.9

Design

8%

4.0

Smart features

â–¼Worse than 67% of vacuum-cleaners
8.9

User score

User score
8.9/ 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
★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

9.5

Number of reviews

Based on 2,815 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 91% of vacuum-cleaners
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Verdict

The Bosch Serie 2 BGC05AAA2 is a compact, corded-electric bagless cylinder vacuum cleaner powered by a 700-watt HiSpin motor and cyclonic AirCycle Technology, featuring a 1.5-litre dust container capacity, an operating radius of 9 meters, a washable HEPA hygienic filter, and an annual energy consumption of 28 kWh. Key advantages include its lightweight 4.4 kg design making it easy to maneuver in small spaces, an innovative space-saving wrap-around hose storage solution, and steady suction performance even as the bin fills. On the downside, the vacuum produces a noticeable noise level of 78 dB, lacks a dust container full indicator, and shows weaker cleaning performance on carpets compared to its highly rated efficiency on hard floors.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Bosch Serie 2 BGC05AAA2

Technical Score
Technical score
6.3/ 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 67% of models
Score components:

28%

7.7

Performance

22%

3.9

Battery

18%

9.2

Filtration

14%

5.9

Attachments

10%

4.9

Design

8%

4.0

Smart features

6.3
Bosch Serie 2 BGC05AAA2 has a technical score of 6.3 points, which is lower than 66.7% of vacuum cleaners.
User score
User score
8.9/ 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
★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

9.5

Number of reviews

Based on 2,815 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.
8.9
Bosch Serie 2 BGC05AAA2 has a user score of 8.88 points, which is higher than 90.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Popularity
Popularity
9.5/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 88% of models
Popularity:
Bosch Serie 2 BGC05AAA2 has a popularity score of 9.5 points, which is higher than 87.7% of vacuum cleaners.
9.5
Bosch Serie 2 BGC05AAA2 has a popularity score of 9.5 points, which is higher than 87.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.8/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 60% of models
Score components:

60%

6.8

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.8
Bosch Serie 2 BGC05AAA2 has a value-for-money score of 7.8 points, which is higher than 60% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
?
Suction power (kPa)
?
Airflow
?
Motor type
hispin
Power consumption
700 W
Power consumption
700 W
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <165 W – >899 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 700 W, which is higher than the power consumption of 61.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 7.5% of vacuum cleaners.
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Cordless
no
Cordless
no
â–¼ 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 12
Filter class
hepa 12
â–² Better than 74% of models
This vacuum cleaner uses filter class hepa 12, which is more advanced than the class used by 74.4% of vacuum cleaners and the same as the class used by 5% of vacuum cleaners.
Minimum overall efficiency
99.5%
Minimum overall efficiency
99.5%
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
This vacuum cleaner reaches 99.5% minimum overall efficiency, which is lower than that of 79.7% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 7.8% of vacuum cleaners.
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
â–² Better than 18% of models
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers. 82.4% of vacuum cleaners are allergy-friendly.
Capacity
1.5 L
Capacity
1.5 L
â–² Better than 60% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 1.5 L, which is larger than that of 60.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 6.3% 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
classic
Roller type
none
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
no
Suitable for pet owners
no
â–¼ 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 kg
Weight
6 kg
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 6 kg, which is greater than the weight of 79.9% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.9% of vacuum cleaners.
2-in-1 design
no
2-in-1 design
no
â–¼ 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
â–¼ 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
â–² 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
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 Serie 2 BGC05AAA2 vs the average vacuum cleaner

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  • Higher filter class
    Filter class
    hepa 12
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a better filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (hepa 12 vs hepa).
    hepa 12 vs hepa
  • Includes parquet brush
    Parquet brush
    yes
    â–² 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
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner has adjustable tube height, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 719 mm shorter body
    Height
    381 mm
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is shorter than the average vacuum cleaner (381 mm vs 1100 mm).
    381 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • 11% higher user score
    User score
    8.9/ 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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    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Bosch Serie 2 BGC05AAA2
    the average vacuum cleaner
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Bosch Serie 2 BGC05AAA2 has a higher user score than the average vacuum cleaner (8.88 vs 8.000).
    8.88 vs 8
  • 0.5 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    1.5 L
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (1.5 L vs 1 L).
    1.5 L vs 1 L
  • 87.5% cheaper
    Bosch Serie 2 BGC05AAA2 is cheaper than the average vacuum cleaner (£80 vs £150).
    £80 vs £150
  • 11% higher user score
    User score
    8.9/ 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 Serie 2 BGC05AAA2
    the average vacuum cleaner
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Bosch Serie 2 BGC05AAA2 has a higher user score than the average vacuum cleaner (8.88 vs 8.000).
    8.88 vs 8
  • 87.5% cheaper
    Bosch Serie 2 BGC05AAA2 is cheaper than the average vacuum cleaner (£80 vs £150).
    £80 vs £150
  • Higher filter class
    Filter class
    hepa 12
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a better filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (hepa 12 vs hepa).
    hepa 12 vs hepa
  • 0.5 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    1.5 L
    â–² Better than 60% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (1.5 L vs 1 L).
    1.5 L vs 1 L
  • Includes parquet brush
    Parquet brush
    yes
    â–² 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
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner has adjustable tube height, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 719 mm shorter body
    Height
    381 mm
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is shorter than the average vacuum cleaner (381 mm vs 1100 mm).
    381 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • Not pet-hair friendly
    Suitable for pet owners
    no
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 65.7% higher weight
    Weight
    6 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (6 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    6 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 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.
  • 0.45 % lower filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.5 %
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has lower filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (99.5 % vs 99.95 %).
    99.5 % vs 99.95 %
  • 49 mm wider body
    Width
    314 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is wider than the average vacuum cleaner (314 mm vs 265 mm).
    314 mm vs 265 mm
  • 116 mm deeper body
    Depth
    381 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (381 mm vs 265 mm).
    381 mm vs 265 mm
  • 0.5 m shorter power cord
    Power cord length
    6 m
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >9.3 m
    This vacuum cleaner has a shorter power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (6 m vs 6.5 m).
    6 m vs 6.5 m
  • 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
  • 100 W higher power consumption
    Power consumption
    700 W
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (700 W vs 600 W).
    700 W vs 600 W
  • 0.5 m shorter power cord
    Power cord length
    6 m
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >9.3 m
    This vacuum cleaner has a shorter power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (6 m vs 6.5 m).
    6 m vs 6.5 m
  • 0.45 % lower filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.5 %
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has lower filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (99.5 % vs 99.95 %).
    99.5 % vs 99.95 %
  • Not pet-hair friendly
    Suitable for pet owners
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This vacuum cleaner is not suitable for pet owners, 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 handheld conversion
    2-in-1 design
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 65.7% higher weight
    Weight
    6 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (6 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    6 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 49 mm wider body
    Width
    314 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is wider than the average vacuum cleaner (314 mm vs 265 mm).
    314 mm vs 265 mm
  • 116 mm deeper body
    Depth
    381 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (381 mm vs 265 mm).
    381 mm vs 265 mm

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Third-party reviews

Based on 2,815 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about Bosch Serie 2 BGC05AAA2?

  • Strong and powerful suction performance
  • Lightweight design making it easy to carry around and lift
  • Ultra-compact footprint that fits easily into small cupboards
  • Convenient bagless system with a simple-to-empty dust container
  • Relatively quiet operation during use
  • Generous operating radius with a long power cord
  • Washable hygienic filter that eliminates ongoing replacement costs

What customers dislike about Bosch Serie 2 BGC05AAA2?

  • Suction can sometimes be too strong, causing the floorhead to stick to certain carpets
  • The included 2-in-1 crevice and brush attachment is quite small and less effective on furniture
  • Often comes fitted with a 2-pin European plug, requiring an adapter in some regions
  • Main floorhead is unpowered, which can make deep carpet cleaning less effective compared to hard floors

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