Dreame Z20 Review | 52 Data compared

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  • Avg. price: ~£220
  • Suction power (AW): 250 AW
  • Battery runtime: 90 minutes
  • Capacity: 0.6 L
  • Weight: 2.2 kg

Dreame Z20 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.

8.6

Overall score

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 components:

80.0%

8.8

Technical Score

20.0%

7.7

User score

Excellent
8.8

Technical Score

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 components:

28.0%

8.2

Performance

22.0%

9.2

Battery

18.0%

8.7

Filtration

14.0%

10

Attachments

10.0%

7.8

Design

8.0%

9.4

Smart features

Excellent
7.7

User score

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 components:

70.0%

8.0

User reviews

30.0%

7.0

Popularity

User score:
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(Reviews last updated: July 2026)

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  • 5.8
    Hard floors

    Score components:

    30.0%

    4.0

    Mopping support

    25.0%

    10

    Weight

    20.0%

    4.9

    Noise level (Min-Max)

    15.0%

    4.9

    Capacity

    10.0%

    3.4

    Power consumption

  • 8.2
    Pet homes

    Score components:

    30.0%

    10

    Mini motorized brush

    25.0%

    10

    Anti-tangle brush

    20.0%

    4.9

    Capacity

    15.0%

    4.9

    Noise level (Min-Max)

    10.0%

    10

    Weight

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Verdict

The Dreame Z20 is a high-performance cordless stick vacuum powered by a 140,000 RPM high-speed motor delivering 250AW of suction power and featuring an 8x2850 mAh battery pack that provides a maximum runtime of up to 90 minutes in Eco mode. Key characteristics include an advanced HEPA H14 filtration system with 99.99% efficiency down to 0.3μm, intelligent infrared dirt detection with auto-suction adjustment, a real-time LCD status screen, and a 0.6L dust cup alongside dual brushes equipped with CelesTect dust-revealing illumination. Main pros highlight its exceptionally powerful suction, long battery life, versatile 10-piece attachment kit, effective edge-cleaning capabilities, and highly hygienic filtration; however, main cons include a relatively small 0.6L dust container that requires frequent manual emptying unless purchased with the optional self-emptying station, a heavy 2.2 kg handheld body weight, and a very short runtime of only about 10 minutes when operated continuously in Turbo mode.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Dreame Z20

Technical Score

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 components:

28.0%

8.2

Performance

22.0%

9.2

Battery

18.0%

8.7

Filtration

14.0%

10

Attachments

10.0%

7.8

Design

8.0%

9.4

Smart features

8.8
Dreame Z20 has a technical score of 8.83 points, which is higher than 99.6% of vacuum cleaners.
User score

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 components:

70.0%

8.0

User reviews

30.0%

7.0

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
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4.1
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4.1
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3.8
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5.0
(3)

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7.7
Dreame Z20 has a user score of 7.71 points, which is lower than 81.2% of vacuum cleaners.
Popularity
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.
7.0
Dreame Z20 has a popularity of 7 points, which is higher than 58.2% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

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 components:

60.0%

8.6

Overall score

40.0%

9.4

Price

8.8
Dreame Z20 has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.8 points, which is higher than 97.1% of products in this category.
Suction power (AW)
What it is: A measure of usable suction output in air watts, combining airflow and pressure into one cleaning-power figure.
When it matters: When you want the clearest single number for overall cleaning power on carpets and stubborn debris.

Importance: HIGH

250 AW
Dreame Z20 has a suction power of 250 AW, which is higher than that of 86.9% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (kPa)
What it is: The maximum suction pressure the vacuum can generate, expressed in kilopascals.
When it matters: When you compare how strongly different vacuums can pull dirt from seams, rugs, and tight surfaces.

Importance: HIGH

25 kPa
Dreame Z20 has a suction pressure of 25 kPa, which is higher than that of 77.7% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 4.1% of vacuum cleaners.
Airflow
What it is: The volume of air the vacuum moves during operation, which helps indicate how effectively debris can be carried into the dust container.
When it matters: When you want better pickup of lighter debris such as dust, crumbs, and hair across larger floor areas.

Importance: HIGH

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Motor type
What it is: The motor design used to drive suction, such as brushless or universal construction.
When it matters: When you care about motor durability, efficiency, and how modern the vacuum drive system is.

Importance: LOW

brushless
Power consumption
What it is: The amount of electrical power the vacuum draws while operating, measured in watts.
When it matters: When you want to limit electricity use or compare efficiency between vacuums with similar cleaning power.

Importance: LOW

715 W
Dreame Z20 draws 715 W, which is higher than the power consumption of 69.1% of vacuum cleaners.
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Cordless
What it is: Indicates whether the vacuum can run without being connected to a power cable.
When it matters: When you want to move quickly between rooms, stairs, or cars without trailing a power cord.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Dreame Z20 works cordlessly. 49.6% of vacuum cleaners offer cordless operation.
Battery runtime
What it is: The maximum operating time the vacuum can deliver on a full charge in standard use.
When it matters: When you want to finish your normal cleaning routine on one charge.

Importance: HIGH

90 minutes
Dreame Z20 offers a battery runtime of 90 minutes, which is longer than that of 93.5% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 3.8% of vacuum cleaners.
Charging time
What it is: The time required to recharge the battery from empty to full.
When it matters: When you need the vacuum ready again quickly after a short cleaning session.

Importance: MEDIUM

4 hours
Dreame Z20 charges in 4 hours, which is faster than 42.7% of vacuum cleaners and equal to 25.3% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery capacity
What it is: The total amount of energy or charge the battery can store before recharging is needed.
When it matters: When you want a rough idea of how much stored energy the battery pack holds.

Importance: MEDIUM

2,850 mAh
Dreame Z20 has a battery capacity of 2850 mAh, which is larger than that of 79.3% of vacuum cleaners.
Battery voltage
What it is: The nominal electrical voltage supplied by the battery pack.
When it matters: When you compare cordless models and want another clue about battery system strength.

Importance: LOW

29.6 V
Dreame Z20 uses a battery voltage of 29.6 V, which is higher than that of 91.2% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 6% of vacuum cleaners.
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Filter class
What it is: The filtration standard or class used to describe how finely the vacuum filters outgoing air.
When it matters: When you care about capturing finer dust and keeping the exhaust air cleaner.

Importance: MEDIUM

hepa 14
Dreame Z20 uses filter class hepa 14, which is more advanced than the class used by 98.6% of vacuum cleaners and the same as the class used by 1.3% of vacuum cleaners.
Minimum overall efficiency
What it is: The minimum particle retention efficiency implied by the stated filter grade.
When it matters: When you want a clearer view of how much fine particulate the filter grade can block at minimum.

Importance: MEDIUM

99.99%
Dreame Z20 reaches 99.99% minimum overall efficiency, which is higher than that of 80.9% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 11.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Suitable for allergy sufferers
What it is: Indicates whether the filtration setup is strong enough to make the vacuum more appropriate for allergy-sensitive homes.
When it matters: When someone at home reacts badly to dust and you want a safer filtration setup.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Dreame Z20 is suitable for allergy sufferers. 82.4% of vacuum cleaners are allergy-friendly.
Capacity
What it is: The amount of dust or debris the container or bag can hold before it needs to be emptied or replaced.
When it matters: When you want to empty the dust container less often during bigger cleaning jobs.

Importance: MEDIUM

0.6 L
Dreame Z20 has a dust capacity of 0.6 L, which is smaller than that of 71.2% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 6.8% of vacuum cleaners.
Bagless
What it is: Indicates whether the vacuum collects dirt in a reusable dust container instead of disposable bags.
When it matters: When you prefer not to buy replacement bags and want to empty a reusable bin instead.

Importance: LOW

yes
Dreame Z20 uses a bagless design. 78.6% of vacuum cleaners use this setup.
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Main brush type
What it is: The construction style of the main floor brush that makes primary contact with the surface being cleaned.
When it matters: When you need the floor head design to match your mix of carpets and hard floors.

Importance: LOW

soft roller
Roller type
What it is: The roller material or profile used to move across the floor and lift debris.
When it matters: When you want the contact surface to suit delicate floors, embedded dirt, or hair pickup better.

Importance: LOW

soft
Anti-tangle brush
What it is: A brush design intended to reduce hair wrapping and tangling around the roller.
When it matters: When long hair regularly wraps around the brush and you want less manual cleaning.

Importance: LOW

yes
Dreame Z20 includes an anti-tangle brush. 25.7% of vacuum cleaners include this feature.
Mini motorized brush
What it is: A small powered cleaning head intended for upholstery, stairs, and concentrated dirt or pet hair.
When it matters: When you clean sofas, stairs, or pet beds where a powered small head works better than a standard nozzle.

Importance: LOW

yes
Dreame Z20 includes a mini motorized brush. 26.9% of vacuum cleaners include this attachment.
Suitable for pet owners
What it is: Indicates whether the vacuum is especially suited to homes where pet hair is a regular cleaning concern.
When it matters: When pet hair is one of the main reasons you are buying a vacuum in the first place.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Dreame Z20 is suitable for pet owners. 72% of vacuum cleaners handle pet hair well.
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Vacuum type
What it is: Identifies the vacuum's overall form factor, such as stick, canister, upright, handheld, or wet-dry.
When it matters: When storage, maneuverability, and your usual cleaning jobs matter more than raw suction numbers.

Importance: LOW

stick
Weight
What it is: The total mass of the vacuum cleaner, which affects carrying comfort and ease of use.
When it matters: When you carry the vacuum upstairs, around the house, or use it for longer sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

2.2 kg
Dreame Z20 weighs 2.2 kg, which is lower than the weight of 87.5% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 2.2% of vacuum cleaners.
2-in-1 design
What it is: A design that allows the vacuum to be used in two form factors, typically as a stick unit and a handheld unit.
When it matters: When you want one machine to handle both floors and quick handheld jobs.

Importance: LOW

yes
Dreame Z20 offers a 2-in-1 design. 53% of vacuum cleaners offer this flexible format.
Self-standing
What it is: Indicates whether the vacuum can remain upright on its own without being leaned against support.
When it matters: When you want to pause mid-clean without laying the vacuum on the floor or wall.

Importance: LOW

no
Dreame Z20 does not stand on its own. 18.9% of vacuum cleaners offer this convenience.
Adjustable tube height
What it is: Indicates whether the tube length can be adjusted to change reach and handling height.
When it matters: When different users share the vacuum or you want a more comfortable reach.

Importance: LOW

no
Dreame Z20 does not include adjustable tube height. 47.4% of vacuum cleaners offer this ergonomic feature.
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Auto suction adjustment
What it is: A function that changes suction automatically based on floor type or detected dirt load.
When it matters: When you want the vacuum to react by itself as you move between floor types or dirt levels.

Importance: LOW

yes
Dreame Z20 supports automatic suction adjustment. 19.9% of vacuum cleaners support this feature.
Dust particle sensor
What it is: A sensor that monitors fine debris levels to inform or automate cleaning behavior.
When it matters: When you want extra feedback in dusty rooms instead of relying only on what you can see.

Importance: LOW

yes
Dreame Z20 includes a dust particle sensor. 8% of vacuum cleaners include this feature.
LED display
What it is: A built-in illuminated display used to show status information such as battery, mode, or alerts.
When it matters: When you want cleaner status feedback for battery, mode, and warnings at a glance.

Importance: LOW

yes
Dreame Z20 includes an LED display. 25.9% of vacuum cleaners include this interface feature.
Nozzle light
What it is: A light built into the cleaning head to improve visibility in dark areas under furniture or along edges.
When it matters: When you vacuum under beds, sofas, or dark corners where hidden dust is easy to miss.

Importance: LOW

yes
Dreame Z20 includes a nozzle light. 43.4% of vacuum cleaners include this visibility feature.
Mopping support
What it is: Indicates whether the appliance can also wipe or mop surfaces in addition to vacuuming.
When it matters: When you want one appliance to handle both dry vacuuming and light floor wiping.

Importance: LOW

no
Dreame Z20 does not support mopping. 3.7% of vacuum cleaners support this multi-function feature.

Dreame Z20 vs the average vacuum cleaner

  • Higher filter class
    Dreame Z20 uses a better filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (hepa 14 vs hepa).
    What it is: The filtration standard or class used to describe how finely the vacuum filters outgoing air.
    When it matters: When you care about capturing finer dust and keeping the exhaust air cleaner.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Dreame Z20 uses a better filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (hepa 14 vs hepa).hepa 14 vs hepa
  • 100 AW stronger suction
    Dreame Z20 has higher suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (250 AW vs 150 AW).
    What it is: A measure of usable suction output in air watts, combining airflow and pressure into one cleaning-power figure.
    When it matters: When you want the clearest single number for overall cleaning power on carpets and stubborn debris.

    Importance: HIGH

    Dreame Z20 has higher suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (250 AW vs 150 AW).250 AW vs 150 AW
  • 40 minutes longer runtime
    Dreame Z20 offers longer battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (90 minutes vs 50 minutes).
    What it is: The maximum operating time the vacuum can deliver on a full charge in standard use.
    When it matters: When you want to finish your normal cleaning routine on one charge.

    Importance: HIGH

    Dreame Z20 offers longer battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (90 minutes vs 50 minutes).90 minutes vs 50 minutes
  • Cordless operation
    Dreame Z20 works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
    What it is: Indicates whether the vacuum can run without being connected to a power cable.
    When it matters: When you want to move quickly between rooms, stairs, or cars without trailing a power cord.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Dreame Z20 works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes mini motorized brush
    Dreame Z20 includes a mini motorized brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
    What it is: A small powered cleaning head intended for upholstery, stairs, and concentrated dirt or pet hair.
    When it matters: When you clean sofas, stairs, or pet beds where a powered small head works better than a standard nozzle.

    Importance: LOW

    Dreame Z20 includes a mini motorized brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes anti-tangle brush
    Dreame Z20 includes an anti-tangle brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
    What it is: A brush design intended to reduce hair wrapping and tangling around the roller.
    When it matters: When long hair regularly wraps around the brush and you want less manual cleaning.

    Importance: LOW

    Dreame Z20 includes an anti-tangle brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Automatic suction adjustment
    Dreame Z20 supports automatic suction adjustment, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
    What it is: A function that changes suction automatically based on floor type or detected dirt load.
    When it matters: When you want the vacuum to react by itself as you move between floor types or dirt levels.

    Importance: LOW

    Dreame Z20 supports automatic suction adjustment, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes dust particle sensor
    Dreame Z20 includes a dust particle sensor, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
    What it is: A sensor that monitors fine debris levels to inform or automate cleaning behavior.
    When it matters: When you want extra feedback in dusty rooms instead of relying only on what you can see.

    Importance: LOW

    Dreame Z20 includes a dust particle sensor, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 100 AW stronger suction
    Dreame Z20 has higher suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (250 AW vs 150 AW).
  • 5 kPa stronger suction
    Dreame Z20 has higher suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (25 kPa vs 20 kPa).
  • 1 more speed level
    Dreame Z20 offers more speed levels than the average vacuum cleaner (3 vs 2).
  • 40 mm wider cleaning path
    Dreame Z20 has a wider cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (300 mm vs 260 mm).
  • 40 minutes longer runtime
    Dreame Z20 offers longer battery runtime than the average vacuum cleaner (90 minutes vs 50 minutes).
  • Cordless operation
    Dreame Z20 works cordlessly, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes removable battery
    Dreame Z20 includes a removable battery, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 7.4 V higher voltage
    Dreame Z20 has a higher battery voltage than the average vacuum cleaner (29.6 V vs 22.2 V).
  • 14% larger battery capacity
    Dreame Z20 has a larger battery capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (2850 mAh vs 2500 mAh).
  • Includes battery indicator
    Dreame Z20 includes a battery level indicator, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Higher filter class
    Dreame Z20 uses a better filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (hepa 14 vs hepa).
  • 0.04 % higher filtration
    Dreame Z20 has higher filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (100% vs 99.95%).
  • Includes mini motorized brush
    Dreame Z20 includes a mini motorized brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes anti-tangle brush
    Dreame Z20 includes an anti-tangle brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes parquet brush
    Dreame Z20 includes a parquet brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 37.5% lower weight
    Dreame Z20 is lighter than the average vacuum cleaner (2.2 kg vs 3.52 kg).
  • Includes wall bracket
    Dreame Z20 includes a wall-mounted bracket, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Newer release date
    Dreame Z20 has a newer release date than the average vacuum cleaner (2024 vs 2021).
  • Includes dust particle sensor
    Dreame Z20 includes a dust particle sensor, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Automatic suction adjustment
    Dreame Z20 supports automatic suction adjustment, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes nozzle light
    Dreame Z20 includes a nozzle light, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Includes LED display
    Dreame Z20 includes an LED display, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • Louder operation
    Dreame Z20 is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (84-84 dB vs 77-77 dB).
  • 115 W higher power draw
    Dreame Z20 draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (715 W vs 600 W).
  • 0.4 L smaller dust bin
    Dreame Z20 has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.6 L vs 1 L).
  • Louder operation
    Dreame Z20 is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (84-84 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    What it is: The operating sound range of the vacuum across its available modes, measured in decibels.
    When it matters: When you clean in apartments, around children, or at night and want a quieter machine.

    Importance: HIGH

    Dreame Z20 is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (84-84 dB vs 77-77 dB).84-84 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 0.4 L smaller dust bin
    Dreame Z20 has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.6 L vs 1 L).
    What it is: The amount of dust or debris the container or bag can hold before it needs to be emptied or replaced.
    When it matters: When you want to empty the dust container less often during bigger cleaning jobs.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Dreame Z20 has a smaller dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (0.6 L vs 1 L).0.6 L vs 1 L
  • 115 W higher power draw
    Dreame Z20 draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (715 W vs 600 W).
    What it is: The amount of electrical power the vacuum draws while operating, measured in watts.
    When it matters: When you want to limit electricity use or compare efficiency between vacuums with similar cleaning power.

    Importance: LOW

    Dreame Z20 draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (715 W vs 600 W).715 W vs 600 W
  • 46.7% more expensive
    Dreame Z20 is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£220 vs £150).
    Dreame Z20 is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£220 vs £150).£220 vs £150
  • 3.7% lower user score
    Dreame Z20 has a lower user score than the average vacuum cleaner (7.71 vs 8).
    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.
    Dreame Z20 has a lower user score than the average vacuum cleaner (7.71 vs 8).7.71 vs 8

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Third-party reviews

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(Reviews last updated: July 2026)

What customers like about Dreame Z20?

  • Excellent suction power on both hard floors and carpets
  • Great value for money compared to premium brands like Dyson
  • Convenient self-emptying base station (on the Station model)
  • CelesTect green/blue LED light effectively reveals hidden dust
  • Wide array of useful, versatile interchangeable cleaning attachments
  • Generous maximum runtime of up to 90 minutes in Eco mode
  • Smart automatic suction adjustment based on detected dirt levels
  • Comfortable ergonomics and simple, lightweight handling

What customers dislike about Dreame Z20?

  • Extremely short battery life when running continuously on Max/Turbo mode (around 8 to 13 minutes)
  • The self-emptying base station is physically large and bulky to store
  • Eco mode is considered too weak by some users for heavy debris
  • Certain extension joints and flexible attachments feel flimsy or stiff to adjust
  • Difficult to clear deep areas under very low furniture due to the canister's physical height and layout
  • Mixed feedback regarding long-term reliability and component durability

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