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BLACK+DECKER BXVC30XTDE Review | 43 Data compared

Avg. price:~£95Suction pressure:18 kPaCapacity:20 LPower:1400 WNoise level:86 dBWeight:6.5 kg

BLACK+DECKER BXVC30XTDE Review: Compare 43 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category and whether it is worth buying.

6.2

Overall score

Score
6.2/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components

80%

5.6

Technical score

20%

8.7

User score

â–¼Worse than 75% of wet-dry-vacuums
5.6

Technical score

Technical score
5.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category across these key areas: Performance, Battery, Design & Mobility, Filter & Accessories.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components

40%

5.3

Performance

22%

5.9

Design & Mobility

20%

7.1

Filter & Accessories

18%

4.0

Battery

â–¼Worse than 88% of wet-dry-vacuums
8.7

User score

User score
8.7/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 81% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

9.0

Number of reviews

Based on 1,507 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–²Better than 81% of wet-dry-vacuums
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Technical Specifications of wet-dry vacuum BLACK+DECKER BXVC30XTDE

Technical score
Technical score
5.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category across these key areas: Performance, Battery, Design & Mobility, Filter & Accessories.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components:

40%

5.3

Performance

22%

5.9

Design & Mobility

20%

7.1

Filter & Accessories

18%

4.0

Battery

5.6
User score
User score
8.7/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 81% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

9.0

Number of reviews

Based on 1,507 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.
8.7
Popularity
Popularity
9.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category.
When it matters
When you prefer products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 77% of models
Popularity:
BLACK+DECKER BXVC30XTDE has a popularity score of 9 points, which is higher than 76.7% of products in this category.
9.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Score components:

60%

6.2

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.3
Power
1,400 W
Power
1,400 W
â–² Better than 80% of models
Market range: <220 W – >1.5k W
This wet-dry vacuum has a power output of 1,400 W, which is higher than that of 80.5% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 5.2% of wet-dry vacuums.
Variable power
no
Variable power
no
â–¼ Worse than 35% of models
This wet-dry vacuum does not have adjustable suction power. This feature is present on 35% of wet-dry vacuums.
Capacity
20 L
Capacity
20 L
â–² Better than 58% of models
Market range: <0.7 L – >30 L
This wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 20 L, which is larger than that of 57.9% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 15.4% of wet-dry vacuums.
Noise level
86 dB
Noise level
86 dB
â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Market range: <70 dB – >80 dB
This wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 86 dB, which is higher than that of 97.9% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 1.6% of wet-dry vacuums.
Suction pressure
18 kPa
Suction pressure
18 kPa
â–¼ Worse than 49% of models
Market range: <11.5 kPa – >24 kPa
This wet-dry vacuum has a suction pressure of 18 kPa, which is higher than that of 35% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 15.6% of wet-dry vacuums.
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Cordless
no
Cordless
no
â–¼ Worse than 30% of models
This wet-dry vacuum requires a power cord. This feature is present on 29.6% of wet-dry vacuums.
Battery type
N/A
Battery runtime
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Battery voltage
N/A
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Power cable length
5 m
Power cable length
5 m
â–² Better than 45% of models
Market range: <3 m – >7.5 m
This wet-dry vacuum has a power cable measuring 5 m, which is longer than that of 45.4% of wet-dry vacuums and the same length as that of 34% of wet-dry vacuums.
Operating radius
6.2 m
Operating radius
6.2 m
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Market range: <4.5 m – >10 m
This wet-dry vacuum has an operating radius of 6.2 m, which is smaller than that of 63.6% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 0.7% of wet-dry vacuums.
Bagless
no
Bagless
no
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
This wet-dry vacuum uses a dust bag. This feature is present on 66.5% of wet-dry vacuums.
Tank material
stainless steel
Tank material
stainless steel
â–² Better than 69% of models
This wet-dry vacuum uses stainless steel for its tank, which is more durable than the tank materials used by 68.8% of wet-dry vacuums and comparable in durability to those used by 31.2% of them.
Power cable holder
yes
Power cable holder
yes
â–² Better than 35% of models
This wet-dry vacuum has a holder for the power cord. This feature is present on 65.5% of wet-dry vacuums.
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N. of filters
2
N. of filters
2
â–² Better than 25% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This wet-dry vacuum has 2 filters, more than 24.8% of wet-dry vacuums and the same number as 56.4% of wet-dry vacuums.
HEPA filter
no
HEPA filter
no
â–¼ Worse than 42% of models
This wet-dry vacuum does not include a HEPA filter. This feature is present on 41.9% of wet-dry vacuums.
Washable filter
yes
Washable filter
yes
â–² Better than 8% of models
This wet-dry vacuum includes a washable filter. This feature is present on 92% of wet-dry vacuums.
Automatic filter cleaning
no
Automatic filter cleaning
no
â–¼ Worse than 9% of models
This wet-dry vacuum does not have automatic filter cleaning. This feature is present on 9.4% of wet-dry vacuums.
Flexible hose
yes
Flexible hose
yes
â–² Better than 27% of models
This wet-dry vacuum includes a flexible hose. This feature is present on 72.9% of wet-dry vacuums.
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BLACK+DECKER BXVC30XTDE vs the average wet-dry vacuum

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryDesign & MobilityFilter & Accessories
  • 250 W more motor power
    Power
    1,400 W
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <220 W – >1.5k W
    This wet-dry vacuum has a power output of 1400 W; the average wet-dry vacuum has a power output of 1150 W.
    1,400 W vs 1,150 W
  • Tank drain
    Drainage pipe
    yes
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum includes a drainage pipe; the average wet-dry vacuum does not include a drainage pipe.
  • More durable tank material
    Tank material
    stainless steel
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum has a tank made of stainless steel; the average wet-dry vacuum has a tank made of plastic.
    stainless steel vs plastic
  • 5 L more tank capacity
    Capacity
    20 L
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >30 L
    This wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 20 L; the average wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 15 L.
    20 L vs 15 L
  • 8.9% higher user score
    User score
    8.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
    Score distribution
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    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    BLACK+DECKER BXVC30XTDE
    the average wet-dry vacuum
    BLACK+DECKER BXVC30XTDE has a higher user score than the average wet-dry vacuum (8.71 vs 8.000).
    8.71 vs 8
  • 36.5% more popular
    BLACK+DECKER BXVC30XTDE is more popular than the average wet-dry vacuum (8.98 vs 6.6).
    8.98 vs 6.58
  • 36.8% cheaper
    BLACK+DECKER BXVC30XTDE is cheaper than the average wet-dry vacuum (£95 vs £130).
    £95 vs £130
  • 8.9% higher user score
    User score
    8.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    BLACK+DECKER BXVC30XTDE
    the average wet-dry vacuum
    BLACK+DECKER BXVC30XTDE has a higher user score than the average wet-dry vacuum (8.71 vs 8.000).
    8.71 vs 8
  • 36.5% more popular
    BLACK+DECKER BXVC30XTDE is more popular than the average wet-dry vacuum (8.98 vs 6.6).
    8.98 vs 6.58
  • 36.8% cheaper
    BLACK+DECKER BXVC30XTDE is cheaper than the average wet-dry vacuum (£95 vs £130).
    £95 vs £130
  • 250 W more motor power
    Power
    1,400 W
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <220 W – >1.5k W
    This wet-dry vacuum has a power output of 1400 W; the average wet-dry vacuum has a power output of 1150 W.
    1,400 W vs 1,150 W
  • 5 L more tank capacity
    Capacity
    20 L
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >30 L
    This wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 20 L; the average wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 15 L.
    20 L vs 15 L
  • More durable tank material
    Tank material
    stainless steel
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum has a tank made of stainless steel; the average wet-dry vacuum has a tank made of plastic.
    stainless steel vs plastic
  • Tank drain
    Drainage pipe
    yes
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum includes a drainage pipe; the average wet-dry vacuum does not include a drainage pipe.
  • 10 dB more operating noise
    Noise level
    86 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <70 dB – >80 dB
    This wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 86 dB; the average wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 76 dB.
    86 dB vs 76 dB
  • No automatic full-tank shut-off
    Automatic shut-off when full
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum does not have automatic shut-off when the tank is full; the average wet-dry vacuum has automatic shut-off when the tank is full.
  • Requires collection bags
    Bagless
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum uses a dust bag; the average wet-dry vacuum is bagless.
  • 0.93 m less hose length
    Suction hose length
    1.2 m
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <1.5 m – >3 m
    This wet-dry vacuum has a suction hose length of 1.2 m; the average wet-dry vacuum has a suction hose length of 2.134 m.
    1.2 m vs 2.134 m
  • 9.5 L/s less airflow
    Airflow
    33 L/s
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <25 L/s – >70 L/s
    This wet-dry vacuum delivers an airflow of 33 L/s; the average wet-dry vacuum delivers an airflow of 42.5 L/s.
    33 L/s vs 42.5 L/s
  • 14% heavier
    Weight
    6.5 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <3.79 kg – >9.1 kg
    40% heavier: this wet-dry vacuum is heavier than the average wet-dry vacuum (6.5 kg vs 5.7 kg).
    6.5 kg vs 5.7 kg
  • 1 m less operating radius
    Operating radius
    6.2 m
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <4.5 m – >10 m
    This wet-dry vacuum has an operating radius of 6.2 m; the average wet-dry vacuum has an operating radius of 7.2 m.
    6.2 m vs 7.2 m
  • 11% more external volume
    Volume
    81,848.5 cm³
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <41.2k cm³ – >109k cm³
    This wet-dry vacuum has a volume of 81848.5 cm³; the average wet-dry vacuum has a volume of 73724.2 cm³.
    81,848.5 cm³ vs 73,724.2 cm³
  • 2% worse value for money
    BLACK+DECKER BXVC30XTDE offers worse value for money than the average wet-dry vacuum (7.33 vs 7.5).
    7.33 vs 7.48
  • 10 dB more operating noise
    Noise level
    86 dB
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <70 dB – >80 dB
    This wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 86 dB; the average wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 76 dB.
    86 dB vs 76 dB
  • No automatic full-tank shut-off
    Automatic shut-off when full
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum does not have automatic shut-off when the tank is full; the average wet-dry vacuum has automatic shut-off when the tank is full.
  • 9.5 L/s less airflow
    Airflow
    33 L/s
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <25 L/s – >70 L/s
    This wet-dry vacuum delivers an airflow of 33 L/s; the average wet-dry vacuum delivers an airflow of 42.5 L/s.
    33 L/s vs 42.5 L/s
  • Requires collection bags
    Bagless
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum uses a dust bag; the average wet-dry vacuum is bagless.
  • 0.93 m less hose length
    Suction hose length
    1.2 m
    â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <1.5 m – >3 m
    This wet-dry vacuum has a suction hose length of 1.2 m; the average wet-dry vacuum has a suction hose length of 2.134 m.
    1.2 m vs 2.134 m
  • 14% heavier
    Weight
    6.5 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <3.79 kg – >9.1 kg
    40% heavier: this wet-dry vacuum is heavier than the average wet-dry vacuum (6.5 kg vs 5.7 kg).
    6.5 kg vs 5.7 kg
  • 1 m less operating radius
    Operating radius
    6.2 m
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <4.5 m – >10 m
    This wet-dry vacuum has an operating radius of 6.2 m; the average wet-dry vacuum has an operating radius of 7.2 m.
    6.2 m vs 7.2 m
  • 11% more external volume
    Volume
    81,848.5 cm³
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <41.2k cm³ – >109k cm³
    This wet-dry vacuum has a volume of 81848.5 cm³; the average wet-dry vacuum has a volume of 73724.2 cm³.
    81,848.5 cm³ vs 73,724.2 cm³

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Based on 1,507 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about BLACK+DECKER BXVC30XTDE

  • High 1600W motor performance providing strong suction for both heavy dirt and liquids
  • Large 30-liter stainless steel collection drum reduces the frequency of emptying
  • Integrated power tool socket allows synchronized vacuum activation when working
  • Convenient liquid drain plug makes emptying the tank easy without removing the lid
  • Versatile functionality with a built-in blower feature for clearing debris like leaves

What we don't like about BLACK+DECKER BXVC30XTDE

  • Some plastic components and extension pipes feel cheap and lacks durability
  • The physical design lacks an automatic retractable power cord mechanism
  • Accessories stored in the onboard slots have a tendency to fall off during active use
  • The motor has a tendency to get significantly hot during extended operational periods

Verdict

The BLACK+DECKER BXVC30XTDE is a powerful wet and dry vacuum with a 1,600 W motor, 190 mbar vacuum, 37 L/s airflow and a 30 L stainless-steel tank. Blower mode, an automatic-start power-tool socket, a bottom liquid drain and a 5 m cable make it suitable for home, workshop and garden cleaning. It has strong suction and washable reusable filters, but is bulky, becomes heavy when full of liquid and produces about 90.6 dB of noise.

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