Nilfisk VP 930 Hepa Basic Review | 52 Data compared

Avg. price:~£330Suction power (AW):240 AWBattery runtime:N/A minutesCapacity:15 LWeight:7.9 kg

Nilfisk VP 930 Hepa Basic 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
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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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80%

6.5

Technical Score

20%

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User score

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6.5

Technical Score

Technical score
6.5/ 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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Score components

28%

8.3

Performance

22%

4.9

Battery

18%

8.3

Filtration

14%

5.9

Attachments

10%

3.2

Design

8%

5.8

Smart features

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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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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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Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Verdict

The Nilfisk VP 930 Hepa Basic is a rugged commercial dry vacuum cleaner featuring a 760-watt motor that delivers 285 watts of useful suction power, an airflow rate of 33 litres per second, and standard HEPA H13 exhaust filtration. Encased in a durable 15-litre steel container, its main pros include an exceptionally large dust bag capacity that maximizes runtime, premium multi-stage filtration for superior air quality, and an ultra-quiet operating sound level of 53 to 55 dB(A) ideal for noise-sensitive environments. However, its notable cons include a heavy net weight of up to 7.9 kg that can impact portability, a lack of an automatic power cord retractor which complicates cable management, and missing onboard storage slots for small accessory nozzles.

Technical Specifications of vacuum cleaner Nilfisk VP 930 Hepa Basic

Technical Score
Technical score
6.5/ 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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Score components:

28%

8.3

Performance

22%

4.9

Battery

18%

8.3

Filtration

14%

5.9

Attachments

10%

3.2

Design

8%

5.8

Smart features

6.5
Nilfisk VP 930 Hepa Basic has a technical score of 6.5 points, which is lower than 54.8% of vacuum cleaners.
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
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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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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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Popularity:
Nilfisk VP 930 Hepa Basic has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 61.7% of vacuum cleaners.
1.0
Nilfisk VP 930 Hepa Basic has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 61.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
7.2/ 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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Score components:

60%

6.5

Overall score

40%

8.8

Price

7.2
Nilfisk VP 930 Hepa Basic has a value-for-money score of 7.2 points, which is lower than 86.6% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (AW)
240 AW
Suction power (AW)
240 AW
This vacuum cleaner has a suction power of 240 AW, which is higher than that of 85.9% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.7% of vacuum cleaners.
Suction power (kPa)
23 kPa
Suction power (kPa)
23 kPa
This vacuum cleaner has a suction pressure of 23 kPa, which is higher than that of 72.6% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 1.8% of vacuum cleaners.
Airflow
33 L/s
Airflow
33 L/s
This vacuum cleaner delivers 33 L/s airflow, which is higher than that of 72% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 5.1% of vacuum cleaners.
Motor type
brushed
Power consumption
760 W
Power consumption
760 W
This vacuum cleaner draws 760 W, which is higher than the power consumption of 76.3% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.1% of vacuum cleaners.
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Cordless
no
Cordless
no
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 13
Filter class
hepa 13
This vacuum cleaner uses filter class hepa 13, which is more advanced than the class used by 80.4% of vacuum cleaners and the same as the class used by 18% of vacuum cleaners.
Minimum overall efficiency
99.95%
Minimum overall efficiency
99.95%
This vacuum cleaner reaches 99.95% minimum overall efficiency, which is higher than that of 32% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 26.9% of vacuum cleaners.
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
Suitable for allergy sufferers
yes
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for allergy sufferers. 82.4% of vacuum cleaners are allergy-friendly.
Capacity
15 L
Capacity
15 L
This vacuum cleaner has a dust capacity of 15 L, which is larger than that of 99.8% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.2% of vacuum cleaners.
Bagless
no
Bagless
no
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
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
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
This vacuum cleaner is suitable for pet owners. 72% of vacuum cleaners handle pet hair well.
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Vacuum type
canister
Weight
7.9 kg
Weight
7.9 kg
This vacuum cleaner weighs 7.9 kg, which is greater than the weight of 95.6% of vacuum cleaners and equal to that of 0.1% of vacuum cleaners.
2-in-1 design
no
2-in-1 design
no
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
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
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
yes
Auto suction adjustment
yes
This vacuum cleaner supports automatic suction adjustment. 19.9% of vacuum cleaners support this feature.
Dust particle sensor
no
Dust particle sensor
no
This vacuum cleaner does not include a dust particle sensor. 8% of vacuum cleaners include this feature.
LED display
no
LED display
no
This vacuum cleaner does not include an LED display. 25.9% of vacuum cleaners include this interface feature.
Nozzle light
no
Nozzle light
no
This vacuum cleaner does not include a nozzle light. 43.4% of vacuum cleaners include this visibility feature.
Mopping support
no
Mopping support
no
This vacuum cleaner does not support mopping. 3.7% of vacuum cleaners support this multi-function feature.

Nilfisk VP 930 Hepa Basic vs the average vacuum cleaner

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryFiltrationAttachmentsDesignSmart features
  • 90 AW higher suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    240 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (240 AW vs 150 AW).
    240 AW vs 150 AW
  • Higher filter class
    Filter class
    hepa 13
    This vacuum cleaner uses a better filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (hepa 13 vs hepa).
    hepa 13 vs hepa
  • Less operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    53-57 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is quieter than the average vacuum cleaner (53-57 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    53-57 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • Automatic suction adjustment
    Auto suction adjustment
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner supports automatic suction adjustment, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 8.5 m longer power cord
    Power cord length
    15 m
    This vacuum cleaner has a longer power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (15 m vs 6.5 m).
    15 m vs 6.5 m
  • 14 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    15 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (15 L vs 1 L).
    15 L vs 1 L
  • 5.2 L/s higher airflow
    Airflow
    33 L/s
    This vacuum cleaner delivers higher airflow than the average vacuum cleaner (33 L/s vs 27.8 L/s).
    33 L/s vs 27.8 L/s
  • 3 kPa higher suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    23 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (23 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    23 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 90 AW higher suction power
    Suction power (AW)
    240 AW
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction power than the average vacuum cleaner (240 AW vs 150 AW).
    240 AW vs 150 AW
  • Less operating noise
    Noise level (Min-Max)
    53-57 dB
    This vacuum cleaner is quieter than the average vacuum cleaner (53-57 dB vs 77-77 dB).
    53-57 dB vs 77-77 dB
  • 5.2 L/s higher airflow
    Airflow
    33 L/s
    This vacuum cleaner delivers higher airflow than the average vacuum cleaner (33 L/s vs 27.8 L/s).
    33 L/s vs 27.8 L/s
  • 3 kPa higher suction pressure
    Suction power (kPa)
    23 kPa
    This vacuum cleaner has higher suction pressure than the average vacuum cleaner (23 kPa vs 20 kPa).
    23 kPa vs 20 kPa
  • 130 mm wider cleaning path
    Cleaning path width
    390 mm
    This vacuum cleaner has a wider cleaning path than the average vacuum cleaner (390 mm vs 260 mm).
    390 mm vs 260 mm
  • 8.5 m longer power cord
    Power cord length
    15 m
    This vacuum cleaner has a longer power cord than the average vacuum cleaner (15 m vs 6.5 m).
    15 m vs 6.5 m
  • Higher filter class
    Filter class
    hepa 13
    This vacuum cleaner uses a better filter class than the average vacuum cleaner (hepa 13 vs hepa).
    hepa 13 vs hepa
  • 14 L larger dust container
    Capacity
    15 L
    This vacuum cleaner has a larger dust capacity than the average vacuum cleaner (15 L vs 1 L).
    15 L vs 1 L
  • 770 mm shorter body
    Height
    330 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is shorter than the average vacuum cleaner (330 mm vs 1100 mm).
    330 mm vs 1,100 mm
  • Automatic suction adjustment
    Auto suction adjustment
    yes
    This vacuum cleaner supports automatic suction adjustment, the average vacuum cleaner does not.
  • 2.18x higher weight
    Weight
    7.9 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (7.9 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    7.9 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • No handheld conversion
    2-in-1 design
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No bagless design
    Bagless
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not use a bagless design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No upholstery nozzle
    Upholstery nozzle
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No washable filter
    Washable filter
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not include a washable filter, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No cyclonic technology
    Cyclonic technology
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not use cyclonic technology, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No crevice nozzle
    Flat crevice nozzle
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not include a crevice nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 125 mm wider body
    Width
    390 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is wider than the average vacuum cleaner (390 mm vs 265 mm).
    390 mm vs 265 mm
  • 2.2x more expensive
    Nilfisk VP 930 Hepa Basic is more expensive than the average vacuum cleaner (£330 vs £150).
    £330 vs £150
  • 6.4% worse value for money
    Nilfisk VP 930 Hepa Basic offers worse value for money than the average vacuum cleaner (7.19 vs 7.6).
    7.19 vs 7.65
  • No cyclonic technology
    Cyclonic technology
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not use cyclonic technology, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 160 W higher power consumption
    Power consumption
    760 W
    This vacuum cleaner draws more power than the average vacuum cleaner (760 W vs 600 W).
    760 W vs 600 W
  • No bagless design
    Bagless
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not use a bagless design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No washable filter
    Washable filter
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not include a washable filter, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No upholstery nozzle
    Upholstery nozzle
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not include an upholstery nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • No crevice nozzle
    Flat crevice nozzle
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not include a crevice nozzle, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 2.18x higher weight
    Weight
    7.9 kg
    This vacuum cleaner is heavier than the average vacuum cleaner (7.9 kg vs 3.62 kg).
    7.9 kg vs 3.62 kg
  • No handheld conversion
    2-in-1 design
    no
    This vacuum cleaner does not have a 2-in-1 design, the average vacuum cleaner does.
  • 125 mm wider body
    Width
    390 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is wider than the average vacuum cleaner (390 mm vs 265 mm).
    390 mm vs 265 mm
  • 175 mm deeper body
    Depth
    440 mm
    This vacuum cleaner is deeper than the average vacuum cleaner (440 mm vs 265 mm).
    440 mm vs 265 mm
  • Older release date
    Release date
    2014
    This vacuum cleaner has an older release date than the average vacuum cleaner (2014 vs 2021).
    2014 vs 2021

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Nilfisk VP 930 Hepa Basic?

  • Exceptional durability and long-lasting performance, with some units lasting over 20 years.
  • Extremely quiet operation, making it suitable for daytime cleaning in noise-sensitive areas like hospitals and offices.
  • High-capacity 15-litre dust bag reduces the frequency of replacements.
  • Superior HEPA H13 filtration effectively captures allergens and fine dust.
  • Powerful and consistent suction power, efficient even at lower wattage settings.
  • Serviceable design with a detachable power cord that is easy to replace if damaged.

What customers dislike about Nilfisk VP 930 Hepa Basic?

  • Heavy and bulky to carry, particularly when moving between different floors or up staircases.
  • Lack of an automatic cable rewind feature; the long power cord must be wound manually.
  • High cost of replacement HEPA filters and genuine accessories.
  • Maneuverability issues, such as direction wheels that can break if the unit is dropped or mishandled.
  • Dust can escape when emptying reusable canvas bags, making disposable fleece bags a preferred but additional expense.

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