BLACK+DECKER AdvancedClean Cordless Handheld Vacuum CHV1410L

Has suffcient suction power. I prefer this over the plug in 12V vacuum cleaner for the vehicle. I am able to use this not only to clean my vehicle but also my couch and to scoop up any collected dust. There’s a light which turns on when on charging mode and swtiches off once fully charged.
The vacuum cleaner is good, I just wish it came with a few different attachments.

Sencilla de utilizar, fácil de limpiar, potente motor, suficiente carga de batería, sencilla extracción de basura. Un artículo indispensable en casa.

My Dustbuster is now a year and a half old, and it still performs perfectly. It’s lightweight but powerful enough for many applications. If you are old enough to remember or happened to inherit first generation DBs, fear not, this is a different animal! This one holds a charge long enough for its purpose (10-15 mins. for me) and easily sucks up dust, pet hair, sand, etc. Things to note:

• It is NOT a shop vacuum; I think product failure results from misuse. It isn’t designed for industrial use–it’s a DUSTbuster.
• You need to keep it clean, not just the containment tank but the filter and pre-filter. After dumping the contents of the tank you should take out the filter and pre-filter and wash them. I do this at least every third time after dustbusting but usually after every use. Small particles like kitty litter and sand can clog the holes of the gray pre-filter so I use a pin to poke through the holes if washing hasn’t dislodged them. You can gently wash and reuse the fabric filters.
◇ TIP ◇ Occasionally, after removing the nozzle, tank, and filters, I wipe off the motorized base, take it outdoors, hold it away from myself, and switch on the machine for a few seconds. A burst of light dust comes out of the motor/charger end, so I believe it’s a useful step.
• You can purchase replacement filters for your DB and will need to do so as the non-woven filter fabric breaks down over time with repeated use and cleaning. This is no different than needing to buy new bags for bagged vacuums. B&W and unbranded filters are available. Unbranded filters are cheaper but don’t fit as well and may void the warranty.
• As noted in other reviews, be sure to securely lock in each part of the machine after cleaning. You should hear an audible “click” from the depressable buttons that serve as locking mechanisms on the tank and nozzle. Lock failure occurs often when repositioning the nozzle, so be aware and listen for that click when reattaching and adjusting the angle of the nozzle.
• Lastly, though I love my DB, it’s noisy! Held at certain proximities to my ears it’s almost painful. I recommend ear protection. The spec sheet rates the little fellow at 75 decibels.

I rated this DB at 5 stars because giving it only 4 stars seemed unfair, but 4.5 is my honest rating.

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Love this dustbuster. Great suction, easy to use, holds charge very well, and super convenient docking/charging station. Use it at least 4 times a week for a variety of spills. If anything too valuable gets sucked in the process, it’s easy to see through the clear container.

This is Exactly what I needed in a cordless handheld dustbuster, B+D designed this incredibly well! For quick light dustbusting in the house or vehicle, this durable and easy to use hand vac is so well-balanced, simple, and ergonomically designed that I wish I’d bought it sooner. For small cleanups around the house it works well, although the lithium-ion battery and storage capacity isn’t designed for large or heavy jobs, that is what the house or shop vac is for first.
This handheld vac is designed for small or simple spot-cleaning, or in hard to reach areas which don’t require a corded vacuum. The list of uses are numerous, for pet hair, dust and dander or pollen, spills (it even pulls up a small amount of liquid, although a wet/dry vac is better for that first), I clean my Winix air purifier filters with this, to extend their efficiency and use, any cobwebs in overhead areas, curtains, and it is very handy for the interior of the vehicle.
The recharging time is very fast, and usually I can manage about twenty or thirty minutes before needing to recharge it on its base (included with the hand vac). When it is fully charged, the blue recharge indicator light shuts off, so it doesn’t constantly glow softly. The motor on the hand vac isn’t loud, the filter and prefilter only take a matter of a couple of minutes to clean, and it is so easy to open up and clean those that it only takes a couple of minutes after the first time. It only comes apart and goes back together in one way, so there is nothing to fumble around with.
If purchasing this item, you may want to buy it bundled with a replacement filter for a discount, to save eventual costs, however after nearly a year I’m still on the original one, and it is hardly showing any wear. I simply open up the hand-vac when it is about 1/2 – 3/4 full, dump out the reservoir of dust, dirt, cat hair, etc., and bang off the pre-filter and filter. In less than a minute, it is all snapped back together, and ready to go again!
It is rare that I leave a lengthy review for a common household item, however this one warrants it. I spend sometimes a few days or weeks reading through top reviews, and don’t make impulse buys, I like quality, and if it costs a few extra dollars, it almost always pays off in the end. As a comparison, when I needed a handheld water filter, I spent months researching, and chose the Katadyn Pocket Water Filter, one of the best purchases I made for camping, backpacking, and essential survival. There is hardly any comparison, and although it cost a little more, after years it is in perfect shape, and was backed by a ten year warranty, almost unheard of for a product. The same with my chef’s knife, the 8-inch Koto Knives Professional Gyoto Chef’s Knife, with 67 Layer Damascus Steel Blade, VG-10 Japanese Super Steel, having worked as a chef, when I found this one I stopped looking, it has been the perfect knife for years, and for the quality was incredibly affordable, around $80.00 USD.
I expect that over its lifetime, the Black and Decker handheld vacuum will continue to prove equally helpful. The charging base and cord are included, it is light and durable, the ease of use and design is ideal, the two nozzle modes are already attached, nothing to take on or off, the brush folds out and back over the intake, so you can get in those tough places, and the motor and rotors sound strong and provide excellent suction for small jobs. The instruction manual is clearly written, in three languages, including the two-year limited warranty, you’ll be out of the box, assembled, and running in a manner of minutes, and what once was a chore is now made easy.
I’ll return to update this review in the coming year(s), however after a year of reliable service I recommend this product. B+K customer service stands by their products if you ever need them, and the quality and attention to detail shows in what they make.
*Confirmed Amazon purchase and customer, and I was not compensated for my impartial product review.