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Kärcher NT 30/1 Review | 43 Data compared

Avg. price:~£640Suction pressure:27.3 kPaCapacity:30 LPower:1380 WNoise level:69 dBWeight:5.7 kg

Kärcher NT 30/1 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.

7.8

Overall score

Score
7.8/ 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
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★ Better than 99% of models
Score components

80%

7.6

Technical score

20%

8.5

User score

★Better than 99% of wet-dry-vacuums
7.6

Technical score

Technical score
7.6/ 10
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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.
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 99% of models
Score components

40%

9.6

Performance

22%

7.4

Design & Mobility

20%

7.3

Filter & Accessories

18%

4.0

Battery

★Better than 99% of wet-dry-vacuums
8.5

User score

User score
8.5/ 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
▲ Better than 73% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

7.4

Number of reviews

Based on 505 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.
▲Better than 73% of wet-dry-vacuums
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Technical Specifications of wet-dry vacuum Kärcher NT 30/1

Technical score
Technical score
7.6/ 10
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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
★ Better than 100% of models
Score components:

40%

9.6

Performance

22%

7.4

Design & Mobility

20%

7.3

Filter & Accessories

18%

4.0

Battery

7.6
User score
User score
8.5/ 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
▲ Better than 73% of models
Score components

70%

9.0

User ratings

30%

7.4

Number of reviews

Based on 505 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.
8.5
Popularity
Popularity
7.4/ 10
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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
▲ Better than 60% of models
Popularity:
Kärcher NT 30/1 has a popularity score of 7.4 points, which is higher than 59.9% of products in this category.
7.4
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 57% of models
Score components:

60%

7.8

Overall score

40%

7.1

Price

7.6
Power
1,380 W
Power
1,380 W
▲ Better than 79% of models
Market range: <220 W – >1.5k W
This wet-dry vacuum has a power output of 1,380 W, which is higher than that of 79.3% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 0.6% of wet-dry vacuums.
Variable power
yes
Variable power
yes
▲ Better than 65% of models
This wet-dry vacuum has adjustable suction power. This feature is present on 35% of wet-dry vacuums.
Capacity
30 L
Capacity
30 L
▲ Better than 81% of models
Market range: <0.7 L – >30 L
This wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 30 L, which is larger than that of 81.2% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 14.4% of wet-dry vacuums.
Noise level
69 dB
Noise level
69 dB
★ Better than 92% of models
Market range: <70 dB – >80 dB
This wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 69 dB, which is lower than that of 91.6% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 4.7% of wet-dry vacuums.
Suction pressure
27.3 kPa
Suction pressure
27.3 kPa
★ Better than 99% of models
Market range: <11.5 kPa – >24 kPa
This wet-dry vacuum has a suction pressure of 27.3 kPa, which is higher than that of 98.9% of wet-dry vacuums.
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Cordless
no
Cordless
no
▼ 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
7.5 m
Power cable length
7.5 m
▲ Better than 89% of models
Market range: <3 m – >7.5 m
This wet-dry vacuum has a power cable measuring 7.5 m, which is longer than that of 88.7% of wet-dry vacuums and the same length as that of 2.8% of wet-dry vacuums.
Operating radius
10 m
Operating radius
10 m
★ Better than 90% of models
Market range: <4.5 m – >10 m
This wet-dry vacuum has an operating radius of 10 m, which is larger than that of 90% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 3.6% of wet-dry vacuums.
Bagless
no
Bagless
no
▼ 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
plastic
Tank material
plastic
▼ Worse than 42% of models
This wet-dry vacuum uses plastic for its tank, which is less durable than the tank materials used by 41.6% of wet-dry vacuums and comparable in durability to those used by 58.4% of them.
Power cable holder
yes
Power cable holder
yes
▲ 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
▲ 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
▼ 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
▲ 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
yes
Automatic filter cleaning
yes
★ Better than 91% of models
This wet-dry vacuum has automatic filter cleaning. This feature is present on 9.4% of wet-dry vacuums.
Flexible hose
yes
Flexible hose
yes
▲ 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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Kärcher NT 30/1 vs the average wet-dry vacuum

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  • 9.3 kPa more suction pressure
    Suction pressure
    27.3 kPa
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <11.5 kPa – >24 kPa
    This wet-dry vacuum has a suction pressure of 27.3 kPa; the average wet-dry vacuum has a suction pressure of 18 kPa.
    27.3 kPa vs 18 kPa
  • 15 L more tank capacity
    Capacity
    30 L
    ▲ Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >30 L
    This wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 30 L; the average wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 15 L.
    30 L vs 15 L
  • 31.5 L/s more airflow
    Airflow
    74 L/s
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <25 L/s – >70 L/s
    This wet-dry vacuum delivers an airflow of 74 L/s; the average wet-dry vacuum delivers an airflow of 42.5 L/s.
    74 L/s vs 42.5 L/s
  • 7 dB less operating noise
    Noise level
    69 dB
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <70 dB – >80 dB
    This wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 69 dB; the average wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 76 dB.
    69 dB vs 76 dB
  • Automatic filter cleaning
    Automatic filter cleaning
    yes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum has automatic filter cleaning; the average wet-dry vacuum does not have automatic filter cleaning.
  • Adjustable power
    Variable power
    yes
    ▲ Better than 65% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum has adjustable suction power; the average wet-dry vacuum does not have adjustable suction power.
  • 2.8 m more operating radius
    Operating radius
    10 m
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <4.5 m – >10 m
    This wet-dry vacuum has an operating radius of 10 m; the average wet-dry vacuum has an operating radius of 7.2 m.
    10 m vs 7.2 m
  • 230 W more motor power
    Power
    1,380 W
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <220 W – >1.5k W
    This wet-dry vacuum has a power output of 1380 W; the average wet-dry vacuum has a power output of 1150 W.
    1,380 W vs 1,150 W
  • 6.6% higher user score
    User score
    8.5/ 10
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    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
    Kärcher NT 30/1
    the average wet-dry vacuum
    Kärcher NT 30/1 has a higher user score than the average wet-dry vacuum (8.53 vs 8.000).
    8.53 vs 8
  • 13.2% more popular
    Kärcher NT 30/1 is more popular than the average wet-dry vacuum (7.45 vs 6.6).
    7.45 vs 6.58
  • 1.9% better value for money
    Kärcher NT 30/1 offers better value for money than the average wet-dry vacuum (7.62 vs 7.5).
    7.62 vs 7.48
  • 9.3 kPa more suction pressure
    Suction pressure
    27.3 kPa
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <11.5 kPa – >24 kPa
    This wet-dry vacuum has a suction pressure of 27.3 kPa; the average wet-dry vacuum has a suction pressure of 18 kPa.
    27.3 kPa vs 18 kPa
  • 15 L more tank capacity
    Capacity
    30 L
    ▲ Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >30 L
    This wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 30 L; the average wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 15 L.
    30 L vs 15 L
  • 31.5 L/s more airflow
    Airflow
    74 L/s
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <25 L/s – >70 L/s
    This wet-dry vacuum delivers an airflow of 74 L/s; the average wet-dry vacuum delivers an airflow of 42.5 L/s.
    74 L/s vs 42.5 L/s
  • 7 dB less operating noise
    Noise level
    69 dB
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <70 dB – >80 dB
    This wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 69 dB; the average wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 76 dB.
    69 dB vs 76 dB
  • Adjustable power
    Variable power
    yes
    ▲ Better than 65% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum has adjustable suction power; the average wet-dry vacuum does not have adjustable suction power.
  • 230 W more motor power
    Power
    1,380 W
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <220 W – >1.5k W
    This wet-dry vacuum has a power output of 1380 W; the average wet-dry vacuum has a power output of 1150 W.
    1,380 W vs 1,150 W
  • 2.8 m more operating radius
    Operating radius
    10 m
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <4.5 m – >10 m
    This wet-dry vacuum has an operating radius of 10 m; the average wet-dry vacuum has an operating radius of 7.2 m.
    10 m vs 7.2 m
  • 2.5 m more cable length
    Power cable length
    7.5 m
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <3 m – >7.5 m
    This wet-dry vacuum has a power cable measuring 7.5 m; the average wet-dry vacuum has a power cable measuring 5 m.
    7.5 m vs 5 m
  • 0.37 m more hose length
    Suction hose length
    2.5 m
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <1.5 m – >3 m
    This wet-dry vacuum has a suction hose length of 2.5 m; the average wet-dry vacuum has a suction hose length of 2.134 m.
    2.5 m vs 2.134 m
  • 8.5% less external volume
    Volume
    67,488 cm³
    ▲ Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <41.2k cm³ – >109k cm³
    This wet-dry vacuum has a volume of 67488 cm³; the average wet-dry vacuum has a volume of 73724.2 cm³.
    67,488 cm³ vs 73,724.2 cm³
  • Automatic filter cleaning
    Automatic filter cleaning
    yes
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum has automatic filter cleaning; the average wet-dry vacuum does not have automatic filter cleaning.
  • Requires collection bags
    Bagless
    no
    ▼ Worse than 67% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum uses a dust bag; the average wet-dry vacuum is bagless.
  • No blower function
    Blowing attachment
    no
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum does not include a blowing attachment; the average wet-dry vacuum includes a blowing attachment.
  • 4.92x more expensive
    Kärcher NT 30/1 is more expensive than the average wet-dry vacuum (£640 vs £130).
    £640 vs £130
  • 4.92x more expensive
    Kärcher NT 30/1 is more expensive than the average wet-dry vacuum (£640 vs £130).
    £640 vs £130
  • Requires collection bags
    Bagless
    no
    ▼ Worse than 67% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum uses a dust bag; the average wet-dry vacuum is bagless.
  • No blower function
    Blowing attachment
    no
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum does not include a blowing attachment; the average wet-dry vacuum includes a blowing attachment.

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03/03/2022
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Third-party reviews

Based on 505 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Kärcher NT 30/1

  • Powerful, consistent suction suitable for heavy-duty, industrial, and construction site use
  • Highly efficient, automatic Tact filter cleaning system prevents clogging
  • Rugged design with a robust 30-liter container, strong metal castors, and protective bumpers
  • Excellent for both wet and dry debris, including fine dust
  • Well-designed storage for hoses, cables, and accessories directly on the unit
  • Automatic fluid level monitoring shuts off the motor when the tank is full
  • Optional automatic start socket for power tools (Te models) allows for dust-free working

What we don't like about Kärcher NT 30/1

  • High performance and build quality come at a premium, professional price point
  • Unit can be heavy and bulky, which may limit portability in tighter spaces
  • Replacement filters and accessories can be expensive

Verdict

The Kärcher NT 30/1 is a professional-grade wet-dry vacuum cleaner featuring a 30-liter container capacity and a powerful motor with variants ranging from 1,300 to 1,500 Watts (producing an airflow rate of up to 74 l/s and a 273 mbar vacuum pressure). Key pros include its highly efficient semi-automatic (Ap) or fully automatic (Tact) filter cleaning systems that keep suction constant during heavy-duty fine dust extraction, a robust bumper-protected body with durable metal castors, and an integrated power tool socket with automatic on/off functionality on 'Te' variants. On the downside, the vacuum is relatively heavy at around 13.5 kg without accessories, and users note it operates at a loud noise level ranging from 69 to 80 dB(A) under heavy operation.

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