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Bosch Unlimited Serie 8 BBS812AM Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£390Suction power (AW):210 AWBattery runtime:40 minutesCapacity:0.4 LWeight:3 kg

Bosch Unlimited Serie 8 BBS812AM 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.

6.9

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 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 56% of models
Score components

80%

6.9

Technical Score

20%

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User score

â–²Better than 56% of vacuum-cleaners
6.9

Technical Score

Technical score
6.9/ 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–² Better than 65% of models
Score components

28%

8.1

Performance

22%

6.6

Battery

18%

7.0

Filtration

14%

5.7

Attachments

10%

7.4

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

â–²Better than 65% of vacuum-cleaners
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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 73% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Verdict

The Bosch Unlimited Serie 8 BBS812AM is an 18-volt cordless bagless stick vacuum cleaner featuring a lightweight 2.9 kg design, a 0.4-litre dust container capacity, and a 76 dB noise level. Its primary characteristics include a DigitalSpin brushless motor and a motorized AllFloor HighPower Brush suitable for all floor types. The main pros of this model are its inclusion of two exchangeable 3.0 Ah Lithium-Ion batteries that provide up to 40 minutes of runtime each, an ultra-fast 1-hour standalone quick charger for nearly infinite runtime, a lifetime cartridge filter system providing 99.9% filtration, and compatibility with the Bosch Power For All ecosystem. On the downside, the 0.4-litre dust container is relatively small and requires frequent emptying, the filter is non-washable and relies on a manual rotation cleaning system, and the unit can feel top-heavy during extended use.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Bosch Unlimited Serie 8 BBS812AM

Technical Score
Technical score
6.9/ 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–² Better than 65% of models
Score components:

28%

8.1

Performance

22%

6.6

Battery

18%

7.0

Filtration

14%

5.7

Attachments

10%

7.4

Design

8%

5.2

Smart features

6.9
Bosch Unlimited Serie 8 BBS812AM has a technical score of 6.9 points, which is higher than 65.3% 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Bosch Unlimited Serie 8 BBS812AM has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 61.7% of vacuum cleaners.
1.0
Bosch Unlimited Serie 8 BBS812AM has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 61.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.4/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components:

60%

6.9

Overall score

40%

8.5

Price

7.4
Bosch Unlimited Serie 8 BBS812AM has a value-for-money score of 7.4 points, which is lower than 69.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
210 AW
Suction power (AW)
210 AW
â–² Better than 77% of models
Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
This vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 210 AW, which is higher than that of 76.7% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 4.4% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (kPa)
?
Airflow
?
Motor type
brushless
Power consumption
?
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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
3,000 mAh
Battery capacity
3,000 mAh
â–² Better than 80% of models
Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k mAh
This vacuum cleaner has a battery capacity of 3,000 mAh, which is larger than that of 79.9% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 5.6% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery voltage
18 V
Battery voltage
18 V
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
This vacuum cleaner uses a battery voltage of 18 V, which is lower than that of 79.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 16% of vacuum cleaners.
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Filter class
hepa
Filter class
hepa
â–¼ 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
99.99%
Minimum overall efficiency
99.99%
â–² Better than 84% of models
Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
This vacuum cleaner reaches 99.99% minimum overall efficiency, which is higher than that of 84.3% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 9.6% 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
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
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
stick
Weight
3 kg
Weight
3 kg
â–² Better than 61% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 3 kg, which is lower than the weight of 61% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 3.1% 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
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
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
yes
Nozzle light
yes
â–² Better than 57% of models
This vacuum cleaner includes 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 Unlimited Serie 8 BBS812AM vs the average vacuum cleaner

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  • 60 AW higher suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    210 AW
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (210 AW vs 150 AW).
    210 AW vs 150 AW
  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 0.04 % higher filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.99 %
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has higher filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (100 % vs 99.95 %).
    99.99 % vs 99.95 %
  • Includes removable battery
    Removable battery
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a removable battery, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 500 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    3,000 mAh
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k mAh
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger battery capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (3000 mAh vs 2500 mAh).
    3,000 mAh vs 2,500 mAh
  • Includes nozzle light
    Nozzle light
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a nozzle light, 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.
  • Includes wall bracket
    Wall-mounted bracket
    yes
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a wall-mounted bracket, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 60 AW higher suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    210 AW
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (210 AW vs 150 AW).
    210 AW vs 150 AW
  • 1 more power levels
    Number of speeds
    3
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    Market range: <1 – >4
    This vacuum cleaner offers more speed levels than the average vacuum cleaner (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This vacuum cleaner works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes removable battery
    Removable battery
    yes
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a removable battery, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 500 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    3,000 mAh
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <2k mAh – >3.6k mAh
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger battery capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (3000 mAh vs 2500 mAh).
    3,000 mAh vs 2,500 mAh
  • 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.
  • 0.04 % higher filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.99 %
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has higher filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (100 % vs 99.95 %).
    99.99 % vs 99.95 %
  • Includes wall bracket
    Wall-mounted bracket
    yes
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a wall-mounted bracket, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 54 mm narrower body
    Width
    211 mm
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is narrower than the average vacuum cleaner (211 mm vs 265 mm).
    211 mm vs 265 mm
  • 17.1% lower weight
    Weight
    3 kg
    â–² Better than 61% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (3 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    3 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 54 mm shallower body
    Depth
    211 mm
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is less deep than the average vacuum cleaner (211 mm vs 265 mm).
    211 mm vs 265 mm
  • Includes nozzle light
    Nozzle light
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a nozzle light, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 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
  • No washable filter
    Washable filter
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include a washable filter, 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.
  • 4.2 V lower voltage
    Battery voltage
    18 V
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
    This vacuum cleaner has a lower battery voltage than the average vacuum cleaner (18 V vs 22.2 V).
    18 V vs 22.2 V
  • 2.6x more expensive
    Bosch Unlimited Serie 8 BBS812AM is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£390 vs £150).
    £390 vs £150
  • 2.6x more expensive
    Bosch Unlimited Serie 8 BBS812AM is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£390 vs £150).
    £390 vs £150
  • 3.5% worse value for money
    Bosch Unlimited Serie 8 BBS812AM offers worse value for money than the average vacuum cleaner (7.39 vs 7.6).
    7.39 vs 7.65
  • 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.
  • 8 mm narrower cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    252 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <230 mm – >309 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a narrower cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (252 mm vs 260 mm).
    252 mm vs 260 mm
  • 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
  • 4.2 V lower voltage
    Battery voltage
    18 V
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <18 V – >28.8 V
    This vacuum cleaner has a lower battery voltage than the average vacuum cleaner (18 V vs 22.2 V).
    18 V vs 22.2 V
  • 2 minutes shorter turbo runtime
    Turbo mode runtime
    10 minutes
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <6 minutes – >20 minutes
    This vacuum cleaner offers shorter turbo runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (10 minutes vs 12 minutes).
    10 minutes vs 12 minutes
  • 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
  • No washable filter
    Washable filter
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not include a washable filter, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 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.
  • 177 mm taller body
    Height
    1,277 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is taller than the average vacuum cleaner (1277 mm vs 1100 mm).
    1,277 mm vs 1,100 mm

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Bosch Unlimited Serie 8 BBS812AM?

  • Comes with two interchangeable batteries for extended runtime
  • Fast charging capabilities allow continuous cleaning cycles
  • Lightweight and highly maneuverable design makes it easy to lift
  • Power button locks into place without requiring continuous pressing
  • Operates relatively quietly compared to other cordless stick models
  • Flexible nozzle rotates 180 degrees to easily reach tight corners
  • Effective suction performance on hard floors like PVC and laminate

What customers dislike about Bosch Unlimited Serie 8 BBS812AM?

  • High retail price compared to better-performing competitors
  • Suction power feels weak to some users given the price tag
  • Relatively small dust container capacity requires frequent emptying
  • Short battery runtime when operated continuously on turbo mode
  • Emptying the dust container requires a multi-step, awkward process
  • Does not glide as smoothly over thick carpeted surfaces
  • No integrated LED lights on the main floor head brush

Expert reviews

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