BLACK+DECKER Dustbuster Pivot Cordless 18V Handheld Vacuum Cleaner with Pivoting Head, 8 Cleaning Positions, Charging Dock and Accessories, PV1820L-GB

There's literally nothing bad I can say about this hand-held vacuum cleaner, I absolutely love it... And I'm a male. The suction is actually better than our home's main hoover. It's easy to empty (you can even wash the filter bits 'n' bobs, and housing in water. The battery lasts plenty of time to get the jobs it was designed for done (stairs, car interiors, shelving etc) and the charging docking station, means that it is always fully charged when you need it for those sudden unexpected jobs, that always seem to crop up... plus, it's easy to just plop it into the dock after use, and equally as easy to pick up, when needed. It folds in half when not in use, or on charge on the docking station. And, If all of this wasn't enough, there's more... it's buid quality is excellent, exactly as one would expect from such a well known and respected brand name manufacturer. If you haven't noticed yet, I love this little vac... It is, by a very long way, the best hand-held vacuum I've ever bought. It is also, by an equally impressive margin, ONE OF the best gadgets I've ever bought. If you were to absolutely push me to say something that WASN'T high praise, the only thing i could say, would be, that it's a little heavier than many of its competitors... HOWEVER, it really needs pointing out, that this extra weight isn't because of poor design or cheap components, is purely down to the upgraded motor and battery, which gives this device such amazing power. A really powerful motor, gives this product as much, or more, suction power as many uprights have. I really can't recommend this vacuum cleaner highly enough... Well worth 5 stars *****

Bought this some months ago to replace a very much older dustbuster that the battery had finally given up on. I love it. Its wall mountable and fairly compact so I mounted it it on the end of the kitchen cupboards tucked against a wall, out of the way, at just the right height to reach down and grab it. So I use it most days, even if its just to pick up crumbs from the worktop. I've emptied out after most uses but recently took it apart to clean it thoroughly so decided now was good time to review it. Its a great little tool. Its powerful and picks up all sorts with no bother. It has quite a long cable to reach a plug so there's some flexibility on where to mount it. It comes with a smart charger so no overcharging is going on. Its very powerful for a small unit and is comfortable to hold. It feels very solid. The head pivots easily when holding in the pivot release button. Power button is right under your thumb. It does not have to be held, the power stays on as you release it and you have to flick it back to cut the power. There's an extending crevice tool to reach into small spaces and an integral brush head that folds back out if the way when not in use. The dust chamber is quite small as you'd expect, so needs to be emptied after every use really. There's a simple catch on the dust chamber cover, release it, fold it back and just turn it up over the bin. You may have to fish fluff out of the chamber as fluff tends to wedge itself in, as with any other vacuum cleaner. There are 2 filters. A plastic filter that encloses a fine pleated filter. Both are removable and washable. I had to use a brush and a blunt implement to clean out the pleated filter but its come up clean and perfectly reusable although it will need replacing at some point eventually. Replacements are readily available. I've not experienced any issues with debris falling out. You obviously to wait a moment to ensure everything has passed into the dust chamber before releasing the power and folding the nozzle back to store the unit. If you mount it before the nozzle is emptied then obviously that debris will just drop back out! One thing to note, if (when) you disassemble it for washing do make sure the plastic filter cage is clipped firmly back into place before using it again or debris will get into the motor and may cause it to burn out. (I thought mine was back in place but when i picked it up to use again i luckily noticed the filter cage was rattling about.) To sum up. I love it. I thought long and hard because when you can pick up a dust buster type cleaner very cheaply this seemed extravagant for something you only use for a few moments, a few times a week, especially given that our previous version had fallen into disuse because the battery was failing and it was in an awkward place outside the kitchen. But having located it in the perfect spot for my home to ensure it gets used I am very happy with this vacuum.

I bought this at the request of my wife, and she loves it. It's cleans well, is quite powerful for something that's battery powered, and the battery lasts longer than I expected. The unit actually looks nice too, as it's a very modern design. The pivot function is easy to use and useful. The unit is well balanced in terms of weight, but if you are weak in the arms you wouldn't want to use it too long. It's not as powerful as a corded vacuum of course, and will not get food out of very thick rugs for example, but works well on most surfaces. It's good for the car too as it has an in-built nozzle thing, but it won't get into the really tight areas of a car (though I think that would be the cast for most of these types of vacuum). Some people have complained in reviews about the air vent at the back, and reported that it blows the dirt about. We've had it for a few weeks now and not had this problem. You'd need to hold the unit very low to the floor and for the dirt to be very light AND for you to be starting to clean at the wrong end of the dirt, i.e. don't start cleaning in the middle of the floor and you won't have a problem (though, like I said, we have not had this problem at all). Emptying the barrel is mostly easy, though if you have vacuumed lots of dust or hair you are likely to have to get your fingers in it (or a stick or something thin) to pull some of it out as it tends to stick to the inside barrel. Overall, I would recommend this as a great portable vacuum to clean up small areas with ease, notwithstanding it's slight limitations.

A very good hand held vacuum cleaner. The best one I have tried. Far better than some dearer makes with great suction and very versatile

Summary: very good little vacuum that’s really versatile and easy to use. Quite heavy and a bit noisy but overall absolutely brilliant! Absolutely brilliant. Was a bit apprehensive due to the price compared to others but wow this thing is very powerful and the rotating nozzle with the pull out extension and brush make it very versatile too. It is quite heavy which was a concern at first due to being disabled but I was very surprised at how well balanced it felt min use, I guess the experience making heavy power tools comes in to play there! Once full it can be quickly emptied out the side or the filter can be removed altogether and washed and it’s really easy to do. Battery life is actually pretty good, managed to do the whole of my car and in the boot, my last main brand one didn’t manage that. (It’s a big car and boot, we have 2 kids and a doggo on adventure days!). The charging dock is smart and tidy, can be wall mounted if needed and holds the unit well. Pros: powerful, well balanced, very versatile, charging dock, manages pet hair, battery life, general ease of cleaning and charging Cons: quite heavy, is quite loud

Had to return this as bought it to clean car, it says it comes with accessories picture showing flexi pipe and crevis tool but it doesnt. otherwise the vacum woks well and has good suction although a little heavy

This vacuum cleaner is a god send !!!! it is absolutely amazing, with a strong succion power. I am truly amazed how well it works. every day I clean all kids mess after they go to bed, in 20 min the house is super clean. You can also use it for things you cannot do with your big vacuum cleaner like cleaning your wardrobe drawer. The weight: I have read reviews about the weight saying it's heavy. This vacuum is supposed to be used to do spot cleaning, not to clean a whole house for an hour so the weight is really bearable. my 3 years old can use it. But yes, indeed, it is not lightweight. The noise : it is true that it is a bit noisy but hey it's a vacuum cleaner. definitely more than my super silent Miele big vacuum cleaner but far less than my awful previous Electrolux vacuum. It is not that bad and again, my kitchen blender is much worse. Dust falling when folding the vacuum: yes if something is blocking the tube an leaves the little plastic door opened. Vacuuming pets hair : Wonderful, I put the little brush and vacuum my sofa and bed every day, in two minutes its super clean with no cats hair. I can also clean the rug on which my 10 months old crawls on, within seconds. I think I will never use again my big vacuum cleaner and leave it to the cleaner, this one is the best for me ! you can also use it to dust clean. With the brush you can clean computers, shelves, piano keyboard, tables, toy boxes play pads, etc, etc, etc... I love love love it. I STRONGLY recommend. Update after two years of use: I still love this little vacuum cleaner. the only problem is the little side door that has been broken twice. Black+Decker should revise this because it definitely breaks, even if you handle it softly. this is the same problem with the Black + Decker - PD1820L, same side empty door. Amazon has nicely replaced for free two times the device, because there is a 2 years warranty, but I know this will break again. So this time I have decided to buy the BLACK+DECKER 10.8 V Lithium-Ion Dustbuster with Cyclonic Action, 21.6 W that has more succion power (I was very surprised) and the dirt bowl is integrated to the vacuum. There is a button to press to take it off so not possible to break it and the nozzle doesn't pivot so no dust falling when folding.

I originally purchased one of these in 2016 and LOVED IT. Forward to 2026 and a new one was needed - no hesitation I ordered a replacement. Next day (Prime delivery) my new B+D Vacuum arrived, and I excitedly plugged it in to charge and....nothing - charging indicator lights on the front were dead. Did the usual i.e. changed the socket the charger was plugged into, cleaned the contacts etc, then packed it back up and contacted Amazon on chat. Replacement and return organised, I waited for the delivery the next day. Unpacked, plugged in to charge, and again, nothing. Now I realise that some problems get through quality control, but 2 products within 4 days with exactly the same fault is a bit much. If it hadn't been for the fact that I had been using an identical one, with no charging issues for 10 years, I would have suspected user error! Unfortunately, I could not even try the old charger as I had already disposed of it. So, in conclusion, quality control is either non existent or I am the unluckiest person on Amazon.