The vacuum is pretty compact and at just over five pounds with the battery, eminently portable. Setup There are nice rubber feet in all four corners that help keep the vacuum in place on flat surfaces. In the photo above, you can also see the suction end of the hose wand in its stored position. Inside the dust compartment, you’ll find a mesh shroud over a pleated paper filter, both of which twist out as one unit for cleaning. There’s no post-motor filter. How did you test the Cubevac?

We also tested how good the Cubevac’s supplied attachments are on more stubborn dirt, or in more awkward areas such as down the side of seats or inside cupholders. What’s good about the Worx Cubevac? SAME BATTERY, EXPANDABLE POWER: Worx PowerShare Battery is compatible with all Worx 20V, 40V and 80V tools, outdoor power and lifestyle products. To put it simply, we cleaned a car. The Cubevac got a full and thorough test, vacuuming out nooks and crannies as well as dealing with fluff and grit from the floor mats.

What’s in the box?

Having the tools store onboard is a masterstroke, as it’s all too easy to lose the attachments for a cordless vacuum, while we really like having the stretch hose to make it easier to manoeuvre around the interior.

A proper household cordless vacuum employs more sophisticated dirt separation to keep its filters clean. Verdict LARGER DUST CAPACITY: Compared with other shop vacuums in its class, Worx WX031.9 has a larger dust capacity (8L) to provide enough storage for an entire toilet or long clogged pipe cleaning. Our team prides itself on sharing accurate information on everything related to auto products. We verify each product’s quality through our hands-on research, and our team follows an in-depth testing process for products we review in person. We try to perform in-house testing on real vehicles whenever possible before making our recommendations. This ensures that only products we are passionate about appear in our guides, so you can buy with confidence. Our Research Process The WX030L is a 20V portable cordless vacuum that includes attachments. Is uses any of the Worx 20V batteries and can share its battery with other Worx 20V Power Share tools. What’s in the box? I washed the two filters and let them dry for the next use. This brought up my next complaint. There is simply no way to empty the debris bin and clear the filters without getting yourself filthy. My hands were covered in dust after banging off the two filters.

What's bad about it?

I headed into the garage with a fully charged battery, expecting to have to go through a couple of charging cycles to complete the process. Wrong! The two filters can be cleaned with clear water. The HEPA filter should be replaced once it can no longer be effectively cleaned.

Our experts had plenty of great things to say about the ThisWorx vacuum. They named it one of the best portable vacuums of the year and loved its lightweight design and various cleaning attachments. In their research, they found that the ThisWorx product could reach almost every nook and cranny in the vehicle they tested it on, thanks to its extendable head. Best of all, it can be used, year round as wet debris won't do it any harm.Each year, we review over 1,000 auto products. We start by consulting our network of experts for their thoughts on any given product. These experts have over 100 years of combined experience in aftermarket auto fields ranging from detailing to accessories to tires, and everything in-between. These experts help us identify the qualities that would be most important to someone looking for these products and the standout brands in each category. If you’re a ‘little and often’ type of car cleaner the Worx Cubevac will be perfect for you. It couldn’t be easier to use and is great for tight spaces and small cars. It feels solid and high-quality and like it will stand up to a lot of dirty work.

Being cordless is always a boon for a car vac – it’s not always convenient to drag a mains-powered machine out onto the driveway, and if you have to street park you’re limited by whether you can get a space outside your own house.

3/5

The hose looks pretty short when stored. When you pull the want out, two things happen. First, the hose expands.