The battery is quick to charge, (up to five times faster than other models), and also benefits from a Smart Charge Technology that uses 50% less energy. While this vacuum looks almost identical to other models, something about the brush bristle seems to make it much less effective. The Black+Decker Dustbuster AdvancedClean Cordless Handheld Vacuum (model CHV1410L) was the only vacuum to pick up all of the pet hair we laid out on every surface: carpeting, hardwood, and in the car.

With the BLACK+DECKER® dustbuster®™ AdvancedClean™ cordless handheld vacuum, you can easily tackle even the toughest messes. The Black + Decker Dustbuster has been leading the way in the portable vacuum cleaner market for years.Thankfully, the vacuum is very easy to assemble and take apart, though, so you shouldn't have too many issues. Conversely, the Shark does a better job capturing fine allergens, has virtually no recurring costs, is smaller and lighter, and performs better on low-pile carpet. But, if you have money to spare, we suggest going with the Black+Decker Flex Vac BDH2020FL, which is a better all-around handheld vacuum that is high-ranking compared to others.

This update builds on our previous 'Suction' test with a new ' Airflow' test that more accurately measures a vacuum's ability to generate air movement.The Black+Decker dustbuster Hand Vacuum is a more versatile handheld vacuum than the eufy HomeVac H11.

The Black+Decker Dustbuster AdvancedClean was the only vacuum we tested that picked up all of the pet hair on every surface, and it did a good job with other materials as well. The Black+Decker has better build quality, lower recurring costs, a lighter body, and more tools and accessories, courtesy of its combination extension wand/crevice tool/hard bristle brush.

Thanks to its cordless design, this exceptionally portable handheld vacuum can easily spot-clean stairs, which is handy for the occasional spill. That said, if you're looking for something even smaller and lighter, take a look at the BISSELL AeroSlim/TurboSlim.