BLACK+DECKER dustbuster PIVOT VAC Cordless Handheld Vacuum, Home and Car Vacuum with Crevice Tool and Pivot Nozzle (BDH2000PL)

Only got this reassuringly hefty (but easy to handle) hand-vac today, and though I knew it needed to be charged first, I had to do a quick test with the existing amount of factory charge it had, just to see how well it worked. I was very impressed. Even as the couple of moments of charge was running down, it still managed to pick up more rogue cat litter, pet hair and assorted fluff from my area rug than my relatively new (and already retired) Shark hand-vac. The Shark suction was so pathetic that it couldn't even hold bits of lightweight cat litter -- the litter granules would fall back out of the vacuum as I was using it. In order to get assistance with product issues, Shark customer service requires that you provide them with a video of their sub-par appliance in action (more like inaction), and I couldn't be bothered, so I just put it back in its box. But this Black & Decker model is so impressive that I'm not even annoyed that I just wasted fifty-something dollars on the Shark model so shamefully lacking in suction power that it can't handle anything more challenging than a dust-bunny.Though very powerful, this B & D model is relatively quiet, and the filter collection/emptying/cleaning is superior. This vacuum also feels built to last, and even though it's a bit heavier than the useless Shark model, its handle makes it easy to hold and maneuver, and being able to change the nozzle angle is genius. I watch "America's Test Kitchen" regularly, and I have them to thank for recommending this Black & Decker model -- I only wish they'd filmed their hand vacuum test episode before I wasted money on the anemic Shark model I bought just a few months ago. But the consolation is that this B & D vacuum is amazingly effective and even fun to use.I may update this review once I've used it for a while, but I'm sure I'll have only good things to report, bearing in mind the helpful warnings from other reviewers to be careful with the hinges so they don't break.

First, This is a PUBLIC APOLOGY for my previous review which was based on hearsay and prejudice on my part. To all the engineers, machinists, technicians, designers and A SPECIAL well-done to rare upper management individual who allowed and supported such a RADICAL and FUNCTONAL, SOLID DESIGH TO come out of B&D and to REACH THE MARKETPLACE, please accept both my apology and also stand and accept my OUTSTANDING AWARDS for both BEST HANDHELD VACUUM FOR 2015/16!, MOST INNOVATIVE HANDHELD VACUUM OF 2015. Certainly looks as if you REALLY got it RIGHT the second time out.If there is another comparable vacuum in features, function and design on the market at even twice the price I haven't found it t to waste my money yet. As far as I am concerned this B&D Swivel 20V Lion vacuum will be the last handheld I ever have to buy. Course I am 76, so I only have another estimated 15 years.*Design has the following outstanding features:1. Quiet yet powerful Lithium battery powered what appears to be over-sized rare-earth magnet brushless motor.2. Completely gasket sealed canister and filter cartridge that can be taken apart, IMMERSED if need be to clean off ALL dirt, dust and particles every time you empty it. To remove canister, nozzle from motor ONLY requires a gentle push of a large accessible and well marked button, a simple CW 10 degree turn of the pick-up nozzle with built in brush and extension for nooks and crannies, and 5 degree turn and it literally falls off. The nozzle/canister assembly allows easy pull out washable filter and a gentle push and 15 degree turn to remove pre-filter for washing/hair and debris removal, A dry damp cloth to wipe down motor and canister mounting as final touch. Then an easy reversal of above steps provides you with an almost antiseptically CLEAN (YAHOO!!!) vacuum cleaner, inside and out!3. As with this type of spin-clean design, the vacuum maintains suction until canister is over 50% full (Max. capacity 1 1/2 cup of dirt, dust and debris ( approx. max 3/8" x 3/4 ").And you would require either a full-house renovation or once yearly house cleaning to accumulate that amount in one cleaning. Manufacturer suggests complete cleaning after every use. I fully agree because you can START with a "NEW" vacuum every time!4. Oh and the pick up nozzle has built-in brush and extendable smaller nozzle and the whole thing swivels 115 degrees from handle , hence the name PIVOT. Besides allowing access, this feature allows you to swivel nozzle away from exhaust preventing "pushing" dust around on the floor! Think statically charged Styrofoam "balls" NOT being blown around the floor!5. Priced very reasonable for the included features like the neat way it swivel folds into charging stand taking up only 5 1/2 square inches, Allowing it to store right on your kitchen counter cause, remember how you just rinsed it inside and out, and ready to vacuum up flour, bread crumbs, tec. BUT NOT liquid! As with all EXCEPT wet/dry vacuums you should never vacuum liquids. Based on observation after use to Based on my vacuuming ultra fine fireplace ashes, the filters appear to remove 95-98% of even fireplace ashes (cold), but even though washable, they cannot filter out water.6. Did I mention it's really sleek, soft smooth curves, and easy to hold with "full circle" handle so tight grip is not required..7.Unit is built from relatively thick impact resistant plastics , trade-off between solid and tonnage. The is mechanically sound and should last 10 + years with reasonable care and cleaning along with low impact dropping and minimal use of nozzle as a pry bar. The motor is large for this size vacuum, reasonably dust protected and easy to clean, has sufficient air flow completely around the entire motor and no discernible way to stall it. That said and with PROPER AND REPEATABLE "after-use" cleaning, proper charging per manufactures instructions, unit should out-clean and out-last any comparably priced vacuum on the market at time of writing (1/25/2016).Finally, I do NOT work for Black and Decker and am not being paid or receiving free use of a vacuum by anyone associated with them, or Amazon nor its vendors. (Not that couldn't use the dough as I'm 76 on SS and I paid full price for my Pivot on Amazon.). My background is 50 plus years buying the only unit in the store that doesn't work and can't find receipt, the unit fails one hour/day/week after warranty expires and I have to fix as can't afford a new one. Oh and 30 plus years as a mechanical and electronic/electric design and maintenance Engineer/Manager. Worked as "Jack-All-Trades" for 25 years in the Electronic Semiconductor field (think "chips w/o salt, calories and non-edible, except occasional family pet with your new "I", Android, et al. My major expertise is in de-bugging, repairing, redesigning and evaluating equipment to improve function, reliability and ease of use and cost due to early failure attributable to misuse, wrong materials used,, marginal or poor design.I have fully checked out the vacuum over last 30 days and feel confident enough to recommend purchase.Reason for 4 star rating is due solely to lack of data over long term ownership and use.

I've been using this product for years and love it. It really holds a charge and is strong enough to do a great job. I needed to buy something for my other home and bought this. It's easy to hang and folds up to a smaller size and will fit in a closet. I love this Black and Decker product.

I've been buying this model dustbuster when it was first came out with nickelcadian batteries. Now that they're lithium ion that's even better. More powerful and the battery seems to last for years. I'll buy a second one just so I have one in the living room and my bedroom. I have another quite expensive Black & Decker model that's got a thinner snorkel that's best for my car. I recommend that one as well here's the model number HHVK515J00FF. They sell that here on Amazon as well. I tried to buy them used which means someone tested it, didn't like it for some bizarre reason, packed it up and returned it. So they're basically brand new for often a substantial discount... as much as $20 or more!Locate here on Amazon and buy a spare filter. You'll be wanting to clean the filter just about every time you empty it. The filter clogs up VERY quickly with fine dust.The filter takes forever to dry, so I always have a spare filter right next to the charger that I pop in after I've washed everything.Use dish soap and scalding hot water to clean the filter. Rinse it thoroughly let it air dry. It takes forever to dry, but since you have a spare filter, it's no big deal.

After trying several small handheld vacs with wimpy suction, I saw a product review for this one on Americas Test Kitchen. WOW is this little vac powerful! I also love the sleek design and the fact that it easily folds away into a compact shape for storage and charging. Best Amazon purchase in a LONG time, could'nt be happier with this one!