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Nilfisk GM80C Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£350Suction power (AW):400 AWBattery runtime:N/A minutesCapacity:6.25 LWeight:5 kg

Nilfisk GM80C 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.

6.7

Overall score

Score
6.7/ 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 55% of models
Score components

80%

6.5

Technical Score

20%

7.8

User score

â–¼Worse than 55% of vacuum-cleaners
6.5

Technical Score

Technical score
6.5/ 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 57% of models
Score components

28%

7.5

Performance

22%

4.9

Battery

18%

8.4

Filtration

14%

6.8

Attachments

10%

4.8

Design

8%

4.0

Smart features

â–¼Worse than 57% 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
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

User ratings

30%

6.5

Number of reviews

Based on 328 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 80% of vacuum-cleaners
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Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Nilfisk GM80C

Technical Score
Technical score
6.5/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components:

28%

7.5

Performance

22%

4.9

Battery

18%

8.4

Filtration

14%

6.8

Attachments

10%

4.8

Design

8%

4.0

Smart features

6.5
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

User ratings

30%

6.5

Number of reviews

Based on 328 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
Popularity
Popularity
6.5/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 55% of models
Popularity:
Nilfisk GM80C has a popularity score of 6.5 points, which is higher than 55.5% of vacuum cleaners.
6.5
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.3/ 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 86% of models
Score components:

60%

6.7

Overall score

40%

8.7

Price

7.3
Suction power (AW)
400 AW
Suction power (AW)
400 AW
★ Better than 95% of models
Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
This vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 400 AW, which is higher than that of 95.4% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (kPa)
20 kPa
Suction power (kPa)
20 kPa
â–² Better than 49% of models
Market range: <11 kPa – >30 kPa
This vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 20 kPa, which is higher than that of 49.3% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 8% of vacuum cleaners.
Airflow
50 L/s
Airflow
50 L/s
â–² Better than 89% of models
Market range: <16.5 L/s – >52 L/s
This vacuum cleaner delivers 50 L/s airflow, which is higher than that of 89.1% of vacuum cleaners.
Motor type
brushed
Power consumption
780 W
Power consumption
780 W
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Market range: <165 W – >899 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 780 W, which is higher than the power consumption of 77.1% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.1% 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
ulpa
Filter class
ulpa
★ Better than 100% of models
This vacuum cleaner uses filter class ulpa, which is more advanced than the class used by 100% of vacuum cleaners.
Minimum overall efficiency
99.999%
Minimum overall efficiency
99.999%
★ Better than 94% of models
Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
This vacuum cleaner reaches 99.999% minimum overall efficiency, which is higher than that of 94% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 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
6.25 L
Capacity
6.25 L
★ Better than 99% of models
Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 6.25 L, which is larger than that of 98.8% of vacuum cleaners.
Bagless
no
Bagless
no
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
This vacuum cleaner does not use 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
yes
Mini motorized brush
yes
â–² Better than 73% of models
This vacuum cleaner includes 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
5 kg
Weight
5 kg
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 5 kg, which is greater than the weight of 70.6% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.6% 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
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.

Nilfisk GM80C vs the average vacuum cleaner

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  • 250 AW higher suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    400 AW
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (400 AW vs 150 AW).
    400 AW vs 150 AW
  • Higher filter class
    Filter class
    ulpa
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a better filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (ulpa vs hepa).
    ulpa vs hepa
  • 22.2 L/s higher airflow
    Airflow
    50 L/s
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <16.5 L/s – >52 L/s
    This vacuum cleaner delivers higher airflow than the average vacuum cleaner (50 L/s vs 27.8 L/s).
    50 L/s vs 27.8 L/s
  • 0.05 % higher filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.999 %
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has higher filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (100 % vs 99.95 %).
    99.999 % vs 99.95 %
  • Includes mini motorized brush
    Mini motorized brush
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a mini motorized brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 5.25 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    6.25 L
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (6.3 L vs 1 L).
    6.25 L vs 1 L
  • 3.5 m longer power cord
    Power cord length
    10 m
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >9.3 m
    This vacuum cleaner has a longer power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (10 m vs 6.5 m).
    10 m vs 6.5 m
  • 690 mm shorter body
    Height
    410 mm
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is shorter than the average vacuum cleaner (410 mm vs 1100 mm).
    410 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • 250 AW higher suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    400 AW
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <40 AW – >280 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (400 AW vs 150 AW).
    400 AW vs 150 AW
  • 22.2 L/s higher airflow
    Airflow
    50 L/s
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <16.5 L/s – >52 L/s
    This vacuum cleaner delivers higher airflow than the average vacuum cleaner (50 L/s vs 27.8 L/s).
    50 L/s vs 27.8 L/s
  • 20 mm wider cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    280 mm
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <230 mm – >309 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a wider cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (280 mm vs 260 mm).
    280 mm vs 260 mm
  • 3.5 m longer power cord
    Power cord length
    10 m
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <5 m – >9.3 m
    This vacuum cleaner has a longer power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (10 m vs 6.5 m).
    10 m vs 6.5 m
  • Higher filter class
    Filter class
    ulpa
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    This vacuum cleaner uses a better filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (ulpa vs hepa).
    ulpa vs hepa
  • 0.05 % higher filtration efficiency
    Minimum overall efficiency
    99.999 %
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >99.99 %
    This vacuum cleaner has higher filtration efficiency than the average vacuum cleaner (100 % vs 99.95 %).
    99.999 % vs 99.95 %
  • 5.25 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    6.25 L
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <0.44 L – >4 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (6.3 L vs 1 L).
    6.25 L vs 1 L
  • Includes mini motorized brush
    Mini motorized brush
    yes
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This vacuum cleaner includes a mini motorized brush, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 690 mm shorter body
    Height
    410 mm
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <290 mm – >1.2k mm
    This vacuum cleaner is shorter than the average vacuum cleaner (410 mm vs 1100 mm).
    410 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.
  • No bagless design
    Bagless
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not use a bagless design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 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.
  • 38.1% higher weight
    Weight
    5 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (5 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    5 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • More operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    79-79 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (79-79 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    79-79 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 1 fewer power levels
    Number of speeds
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <1 – >4
    This vacuum cleaner offers fewer speed levels than the average vacuum cleaner (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • 2.33x more expensive
    Nilfisk GM80C is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£350 vs £150).
    £350 vs £150
  • 4.6% worse value for money
    Nilfisk GM80C offers worse value for money than the average vacuum cleaner (7.31 vs 7.6).
    7.31 vs 7.65
  • 3% 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
    Nilfisk GM80C
    the average vacuum cleaner
    Nilfisk GM80C has a lower user score than the average vacuum cleaner (7.77 vs 8.000).
    7.77 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)
    79-79 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    Market range: <65 dB – >83 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is noisier than the average vacuum cleaner (79-79 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    79-79 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 1 fewer power levels
    Number of speeds
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <1 – >4
    This vacuum cleaner offers fewer speed levels than the average vacuum cleaner (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • 180 W higher power consumption
    Power consumption
    780 W
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <165 W – >899 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (780 W vs 600 W).
    780 W vs 600 W
  • No bagless design
    Bagless
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    This vacuum cleaner does not use a bagless design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 38.1% higher weight
    Weight
    5 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <2.15 kg – >7.1 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (5 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    5 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • 35 mm wider body
    Width
    300 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <229 mm – >350 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is wider than the average vacuum cleaner (300 mm vs 265 mm).
    300 mm vs 265 mm
  • 125 mm deeper body
    Depth
    390 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <170 mm – >440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (390 mm vs 265 mm).
    390 mm vs 265 mm
  • Older release date
    Release date
    2019
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This vacuum cleaner has an older release date than the average vacuum cleaner (2019 vs 2021).
    2019 vs 2021

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Third-party reviews

Based on 328 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Nilfisk GM80C

  • Unsurpassed and powerful suction performance on various surfaces
  • Extremely durable, robust construction with a solid steel frame
  • Long-lasting operational lifespan often spanning decades
  • Large dust bag capacity requiring fewer replacements
  • Extra long 10-meter power cord provides an extensive operating radius
  • Unique and appealing retro visual design

What we don't like about Nilfisk GM80C

  • Tubes and extension pipes are difficult to fit together and frequently fall apart during use
  • Can be quite noisy during standard operation
  • Very high purchase price compared to standard domestic alternatives
  • Lacks the advanced ergonomic handling and modern comfort features of competing home brands
  • Generates a noticeable amount of heat from the motor compartment during extended operation

Verdict

The Nilfisk GM80C is a retro-style cylinder vacuum with a 780–1,300 W motor and up to 400 air watts of suction, suited to hard floors and low-pile carpets. Its strengths include a durable aluminium canister, a large 6.25-litre dust bag, a 10-metre power cord and a useful blower function. The main drawbacks are its relatively loud 79 dB noise level and a 5.2 kg body that remains noticeable when carrying it upstairs, despite the steel trolley and rubber wheels.

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