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Kärcher WD 1 Compact Review | 43 Data compared

Avg. price:~£90Suction pressure:8.5 kPaCapacity:7 LPower:230 WNoise level:79.2 dBWeight:3.1 kg

Kärcher WD 1 Compact 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.

5.4

Overall score

Score
5.4/ 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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Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

80%

4.8

Technical score

20%

7.6

User score

▼Worse than 99% of wet-dry-vacuums
4.8

Technical score

Technical score
4.8/ 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
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

40%

2.5

Performance

22%

5.8

Design & Mobility

20%

5.3

Filter & Accessories

18%

8.4

Battery

▼Worse than 99% of wet-dry-vacuums
7.6

User score

User score
7.6/ 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
▼ Worse than 86% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

6.0

Number of reviews

Based on 101 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.
▼Worse than 86% of wet-dry-vacuums
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Technical Specifications of wet-dry vacuum Kärcher WD 1 Compact

Technical score
Technical score
4.8/ 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
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components:

40%

2.5

Performance

22%

5.8

Design & Mobility

20%

5.3

Filter & Accessories

18%

8.4

Battery

4.8
User score
User score
7.6/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 86% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

6.0

Number of reviews

Based on 101 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.
7.6
Popularity
Popularity
6.0/ 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
▼ Worse than 54% of models
Popularity:
Kärcher WD 1 Compact has a popularity score of 6 points, which is lower than 53% of products in this category.
6.0
Value for money
Value for money
6.8/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components:

60%

5.4

Overall score

40%

10

Price

6.8
Power
230 W
Power
230 W
▼ Worse than 82% of models
Market range: <220 W – >1.5k W
This wet-dry vacuum has a power output of 230 W, which is lower than that of 81.6% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 4.6% of wet-dry vacuums.
Variable power
no
Variable power
no
▼ 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
7 L
Capacity
7 L
▼ Worse than 66% of models
Market range: <0.7 L – >30 L
This wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 7 L, which is smaller than that of 66.3% of wet-dry vacuums.
Noise level
79.2 dB
Noise level
79.2 dB
▼ Worse than 77% of models
Market range: <70 dB – >80 dB
This wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 79.2 dB, which is higher than that of 77.4% of wet-dry vacuums.
Suction pressure
8.5 kPa
Suction pressure
8.5 kPa
▼ Worse than 96% of models
Market range: <11.5 kPa – >24 kPa
This wet-dry vacuum has a suction pressure of 8.5 kPa, which is lower than that of 96.1% of wet-dry vacuums.
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Cordless
yes
Cordless
yes
▲ Better than 71% of models
This wet-dry vacuum supports cordless operation. This feature is present on 29.6% of wet-dry vacuums.
Battery type
Li-ion
Battery runtime
?
Charging time
?
Battery voltage
18 V
Battery voltage
18 V
▼ Worse than 90% of models
Market range: <18 V – >25.9 V
This wet-dry vacuum has a battery voltage of 18 V, which is lower than that of 89.8% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 10.2% of wet-dry vacuums.
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Power cable length
N/A
Operating radius
N/A
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
no
Power cable holder
no
▼ Worse than 66% of models
This wet-dry vacuum does not have 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
no
Washable filter
no
▼ Worse than 93% of models
This wet-dry vacuum does not include a washable filter. This feature is present on 92% of wet-dry vacuums.
Automatic filter cleaning
no
Automatic filter cleaning
no
▼ 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
▲ 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 WD 1 Compact vs the average wet-dry vacuum

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryDesign & MobilityFilter & Accessories
  • 45.6% lighter
    Weight
    3.1 kg
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <3.79 kg – >9.1 kg
    40% lighter: this wet-dry vacuum is lighter than the average wet-dry vacuum (3.1 kg vs 5.7 kg).
    3.1 kg vs 5.7 kg
  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum supports cordless operation; the average wet-dry vacuum requires a power cord.
  • Removable battery
    Removable battery
    yes
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum has a removable battery; the average wet-dry vacuum does not have a removable battery.
  • Battery level indicator
    Battery level indicator
    yes
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum has a battery-level indicator; the average wet-dry vacuum does not have a battery-level indicator.
  • Upholstery nozzle
    Upholstery nozzle
    yes
    ▲ Better than 83% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum includes an upholstery nozzle; the average wet-dry vacuum does not include an upholstery nozzle.
  • 54.4% less external volume
    Volume
    33,600.5 cm³
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <41.2k cm³ – >109k cm³
    This wet-dry vacuum has a volume of 33600.5 cm³; the average wet-dry vacuum has a volume of 73724.2 cm³.
    33,600.5 cm³ vs 73,724.2 cm³
  • 44.4% cheaper
    Kärcher WD 1 Compact is cheaper than the average wet-dry vacuum (£90 vs £130).
    £90 vs £130
  • 44.4% cheaper
    Kärcher WD 1 Compact is cheaper than the average wet-dry vacuum (£90 vs £130).
    £90 vs £130
  • Cordless operation
    Cordless
    yes
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum supports cordless operation; the average wet-dry vacuum requires a power cord.
  • Removable battery
    Removable battery
    yes
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum has a removable battery; the average wet-dry vacuum does not have a removable battery.
  • Battery level indicator
    Battery level indicator
    yes
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum has a battery-level indicator; the average wet-dry vacuum does not have a battery-level indicator.
  • 45.6% lighter
    Weight
    3.1 kg
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <3.79 kg – >9.1 kg
    40% lighter: this wet-dry vacuum is lighter than the average wet-dry vacuum (3.1 kg vs 5.7 kg).
    3.1 kg vs 5.7 kg
  • 54.4% less external volume
    Volume
    33,600.5 cm³
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <41.2k cm³ – >109k cm³
    This wet-dry vacuum has a volume of 33600.5 cm³; the average wet-dry vacuum has a volume of 73724.2 cm³.
    33,600.5 cm³ vs 73,724.2 cm³
  • Upholstery nozzle
    Upholstery nozzle
    yes
    ▲ Better than 83% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum includes an upholstery nozzle; the average wet-dry vacuum does not include an upholstery nozzle.
  • 9.5 kPa less suction pressure
    Suction pressure
    8.5 kPa
    ▼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <11.5 kPa – >24 kPa
    This wet-dry vacuum has a suction pressure of 8.5 kPa; the average wet-dry vacuum has a suction pressure of 18 kPa.
    8.5 kPa vs 18 kPa
  • 920 W less motor power
    Power
    230 W
    ▼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <220 W – >1.5k W
    This wet-dry vacuum has a power output of 230 W; the average wet-dry vacuum has a power output of 1150 W.
    230 W vs 1,150 W
  • No automatic full-tank shut-off
    Automatic shut-off when full
    no
    ▼ 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.
  • 20.5 L/s less airflow
    Airflow
    22 L/s
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <25 L/s – >70 L/s
    This wet-dry vacuum delivers an airflow of 22 L/s; the average wet-dry vacuum delivers an airflow of 42.5 L/s.
    22 L/s vs 42.5 L/s
  • 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.
  • 3.2 dB more operating noise
    Noise level
    79.2 dB
    ▼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <70 dB – >80 dB
    This wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 79.2 dB; the average wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 76 dB.
    79.2 dB vs 76 dB
  • 0.93 m less hose length
    Suction hose length
    1.2 m
    ▼ 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
  • No rigid extension tubes
    Rigid extension tubes
    no
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum does not include rigid extension tubes; the average wet-dry vacuum includes rigid extension tubes.
  • 10.5% worse value for money
    Kärcher WD 1 Compact offers worse value for money than the average wet-dry vacuum (6.77 vs 7.5).
    6.77 vs 7.48
  • 5.9% lower user score
    User score
    7.6/ 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 WD 1 Compact
    the average wet-dry vacuum
    Kärcher WD 1 Compact has a lower user score than the average wet-dry vacuum (7.55 vs 8.000).
    7.55 vs 8
  • 8.9% less popular
    Kärcher WD 1 Compact is less popular than the average wet-dry vacuum (6.04 vs 6.6).
    6.04 vs 6.58
  • 9.5 kPa less suction pressure
    Suction pressure
    8.5 kPa
    ▼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <11.5 kPa – >24 kPa
    This wet-dry vacuum has a suction pressure of 8.5 kPa; the average wet-dry vacuum has a suction pressure of 18 kPa.
    8.5 kPa vs 18 kPa
  • 920 W less motor power
    Power
    230 W
    ▼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <220 W – >1.5k W
    This wet-dry vacuum has a power output of 230 W; the average wet-dry vacuum has a power output of 1150 W.
    230 W vs 1,150 W
  • No automatic full-tank shut-off
    Automatic shut-off when full
    no
    ▼ 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.
  • 20.5 L/s less airflow
    Airflow
    22 L/s
    ▼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <25 L/s – >70 L/s
    This wet-dry vacuum delivers an airflow of 22 L/s; the average wet-dry vacuum delivers an airflow of 42.5 L/s.
    22 L/s vs 42.5 L/s
  • 3.2 dB more operating noise
    Noise level
    79.2 dB
    ▼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <70 dB – >80 dB
    This wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 79.2 dB; the average wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 76 dB.
    79.2 dB vs 76 dB
  • 8 L less tank capacity
    Capacity
    7 L
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >30 L
    This wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 7 L; the average wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 15 L.
    7 L vs 15 L
  • 3.6 V less battery voltage
    Battery voltage
    18 V
    ▼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <18 V – >25.9 V
    This wet-dry vacuum has a battery voltage of 18 V; the average wet-dry vacuum has a battery voltage of 21.6 V.
    18 V vs 21.6 V
  • 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.
  • 0.93 m less hose length
    Suction hose length
    1.2 m
    ▼ 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
  • 4 fewer wheels
    Number of wheels
    0
    ▼ Worse than 93% of models
    Market range: <2 – >4
    This wet-dry vacuum has fewer wheels than the average wet-dry vacuum (0 vs 4).
    0 vs 4
  • No cable holder
    Power cable holder
    no
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum does not have a holder for the power cord; the average wet-dry vacuum has a holder for the power cord.
  • No rigid extension tubes
    Rigid extension tubes
    no
    ▼ Worse than 68% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum does not include rigid extension tubes; the average wet-dry vacuum includes rigid extension tubes.
  • No universal floor nozzle
    Universal floor nozzle
    no
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum does not include a universal floor nozzle; the average wet-dry vacuum includes a universal floor nozzle.
  • Non-washable filter
    Washable filter
    no
    ▼ Worse than 93% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum does not include a washable filter; the average wet-dry vacuum includes a washable filter.

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Third-party reviews

Based on 101 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Kärcher WD 1 Compact

  • Lightweight and compact design makes it easy to transport and handle
  • Effective at cleaning hard-to-reach areas and car interiors
  • Strong suction power capable of lifting both fine and coarse dirt
  • No filter change required when switching between wet and dry usage
  • Convenient built-in blower function for moving loose debris
  • Cordless battery system offers complete freedom of movement without power cables

What we don't like about Kärcher WD 1 Compact

  • Short battery runtime limits the machine to quick, small cleaning intervals
  • Long battery recharge time relative to its actual operating window
  • Lacks proper integrated onboard storage for the suction hose
  • Short suction hose restricts overall cleaning reach
  • The blower function is perceived as weak by some users
  • Higher price point compared to similar corded compact models

Verdict

The Kärcher WD 1 Compact is a light 18 V cordless wet and dry vacuum with a 230 W rated output, 60 AW suction and up to 22 L/s airflow. Its 7 L plastic container, cartridge filter, 1.2 m hose, blower function and accessory storage make it useful for car interiors and workshops. It offers excellent mobility and an LCD battery display, but runtime is about 10 minutes with a 2.5 Ah battery and standard charging can take more than four hours.

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