BLACK+DECKER dustbuster Cordless Pet Handheld Vacuum

BLACK+DECKER dustbuster Cordless Pet Handheld Vacuum Feature Scores

Explore all 41 feature scores for BLACK+DECKER dustbuster Cordless Pet Handheld Vacuum, organized into pros and cons.

Scores by Feature

Summary

41 reviewed features
  • Very positive 4.5-5.0
    25 (61%)
  • Positive 3.5-4.4
    11 (27%)
  • Neutral 2.5-3.4
    4 (10%)
  • Negative 1.5-2.4
    1 (2%)

Pros

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  • 4.8
    5 reviews strong consensus
    Suction and Airflow: 4.8, 5 reviews, strong consensus
    Reviewers consistently praised suction and power, from higher comparative power in the roundup to strong real-world pickup of dirt, dust, and debris.
  • 4.9
    4 reviews strong consensus
    Accessories and Tools: 4.9, 4 reviews, strong consensus
    The tool set was a strength, especially the built-in crevice tool and motorized pet brush for pet hair and small areas.
  • 4.9
    4 reviews strong consensus
    Pet-Ready Features: 4.9, 4 reviews, strong consensus
    Pet-focused evidence was strongly positive: reviewers said the motorized pet brush and rubber bristles made pet-hair cleanup easy and effective.
  • 4.6
    4 reviews strong consensus
    Versatility: 4.6, 4 reviews, strong consensus
    Versatility was a recurring strength across home, office, kitchen, pet, and general Dustbuster uses.
  • 4.8
    3 reviews strong consensus
    Overall opinion: 4.8, 3 reviews, strong consensus
    Overall opinion was strongly positive, with reviewers saying they were impressed, happy, and would buy it again.
  • 4.7
    3 reviews strong consensus
    Ease of use: 4.7, 3 reviews, strong consensus
    Ease of use was consistently strong, with reviews calling operation intuitive, lightweight, and not overly complex.
  • 4.4
    4 reviews strong consensus
    Upholstery / Above-Floor Pickup: 4.4, 4 reviews, strong consensus
    Above-floor and upholstery pickup was strong, especially for couch cushions, dog beds, furniture, carpets, and upholstery pet hair.
  • 4.2
    5 reviews moderate consensus
    Emptying and Mess Control: 4.2, 5 reviews, moderate consensus
    Emptying was mostly easy and convenient, but one pet-hair test noted occasional manual hair removal from the bin.
  • 5.0
    2 reviews limited evidence
    Cordless convenience: 5.0, 2 reviews, limited evidence
    Cordless convenience was a clear strength, with reviewers emphasizing easy grab-and-go use and cordless convenience.
  • 5.0
    2 reviews limited evidence
    Hair‑Wrap / Tangle Resistance: 5.0, 2 reviews, limited evidence
    Tangle resistance was viewed positively, with praise for the anti-tangle brush and a test where hair did not stick to the head.
  • 4.8
    2 reviews limited evidence
    Controls and UI: 4.8, 2 reviews, limited evidence
    Controls were considered simple, with one-button operation and basic functions that were not overly complex.
  • 4.8
    2 reviews limited evidence
    Floorhead design: 4.8, 2 reviews, limited evidence
    The powered floorhead design was praised for helping pull dirt from fibers and making the unit feel like a mini vacuum.
  • 4.8
    2 reviews limited evidence
    Price and Value: 4.8, 2 reviews, limited evidence
    Value evidence was positive, with reviewers praising power and bin design for the price and calling it a great value.
  • 4.8
    2 reviews limited evidence
    Weight: 4.8, 2 reviews, limited evidence
    Weight was viewed positively, with reviewers calling it lightweight and easy to carry.
  • 4.3
    3 reviews strong consensus
    Noise level: 4.3, 3 reviews, strong consensus
    Noise was generally viewed favorably, with one review calling it quieter than expected and another citing Quiet Mark, though it was still not silent.
  • 4.5
    2 reviews limited evidence
    Crevice / Groove Pickup (Hard Floors): 4.5, 2 reviews, limited evidence
    Crevice and groove pickup was positive, with reviewers using it for floor planks and hard-to-reach dust.
  • 5.0
    1 review
    Onboard tool storage: 5.0, 1 review
    Onboard tool storage was a strength because the built-in crevice tool reduced the risk of losing an attachment.
  • 5.0
    1 review
    Surface safety with attachments: 5.0, 1 review
    The rubber pet attachment was described as gentle, supporting safe contact with delicate surfaces or pets.
  • 3.8
    3 reviews low consensus
    Bin and Bag: 3.8, 3 reviews, low consensus
    Bin feedback was split between praise for the bottom-opening or roomy compartment and concern over the small dust bowl capacity.
  • 4.0
    2 reviews limited evidence
    Battery and Charging: 4.0, 2 reviews, limited evidence
    Battery evidence was mixed: reviewers liked the battery indicator, but one review noted the battery cannot be replaced.
  • 4.0
    2 reviews limited evidence
    Ongoing ownership costs (bags, filters, batteries): 4.0, 2 reviews, limited evidence
    Ownership-cost evidence was favorable because filters were available and one reviewer highlighted the lack of disposable bags.
  • 3.7
    3 reviews low consensus
    Tool-change simplicity: 3.7, 3 reviews, low consensus
    Tool changes were mixed: one reviewer found the crevice tool initially tricky, while another said the pet head came off easily.
  • 4.5
    1 review
    Assembly and Setup: 4.5, 1 review
    Setup and instructions were reviewed positively, with the manual described as clear and not overwhelming.
  • 4.5
    1 review
    Build quality and durability: 4.5, 1 review
    Build quality received positive evidence from a reviewer who found it higher quality than expected.
  • 4.5
    1 review
    Comparative performance: 4.5, 1 review
    In the roundup, the Black & Decker furbuster nearly took the top spot, showing strong comparative performance.
  • 4.5
    1 review
    Edge and Baseboard Cleaning (Hard Floors): 4.5, 1 review
    Edge and baseboard cleaning evidence was positive, with one reviewer using it successfully on corners, baseboards, and windowsills.
  • 4.5
    1 review
    Hard Floor — Fine Dust Pickup: 4.5, 1 review
    Hard-floor pickup was positive in one review, which found the regular setting strong enough for hardwood and tile-floor debris.
  • 4.5
    1 review
    Maneuverability and Handling: 4.5, 1 review
    Handling was positive in review testing, with the vacuum described as easy to hold and maneuver.
  • 4.5
    1 review
    Packaging quality: 4.5, 1 review
    Packaging was rated positively because the cardboard packing held the vacuum securely.
  • 4.5
    1 review
    Storage footprint and upright-stand stability: 4.5, 1 review
    The compact body earned positive storage feedback because it could fit in a cupboard.
  • 4.5
    1 review
    Suitability for small spaces: 4.5, 1 review
    The compact size made it suitable for apartments, offices, and other space-limited environments.
  • 4.5
    1 review
    Under-Furniture Pickup: 4.5, 1 review
    Under-furniture pickup was positive because the extendable end made it easy to get under and around furniture.
  • 3.8
    2 reviews limited evidence
    Maintenance requirements: 3.8, 2 reviews, limited evidence
    Maintenance was mixed but mostly manageable: one review praised easy cleaning, while another noted the filter still needed cleaning.
  • 4.0
    1 review
    Hard Floor — Large Debris Intake: 4.0, 1 review
    Large hard-floor debris intake was supported by the same successful tile-floor cat-litter pickup evidence.
  • 3.5
    2 reviews limited evidence
    Filtration / Dust Containment: 3.5, 2 reviews, limited evidence
    Filtration evidence was mixed: the washable filter was a plus, but one roundup said Bissell had the better filter.
  • 3.5
    2 reviews limited evidence
    Hair Pickup — Carpets: 3.5, 2 reviews, limited evidence
    Carpet pet-hair pickup was mixed: one reviewer found it weak on cat hair in carpeting, while another said dog hair pickup was quick.

Cons

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  • 2.0
    1 review
    Airflow blowback: 2.0, 1 review
    Airflow blowback was a weakness because side vents could blow nearby messes around.
  • 2.5
    2 reviews limited evidence
    Suitability for heavy-duty use: 2.5, 2 reviews, limited evidence
    Heavy-duty suitability was limited: reviewers framed it as better for smaller quick jobs and not long cleaning sessions.
  • 2.5
    1 review
    Hair-removal channel issues: 2.5, 1 review
    Hair removal from the brush/head area was a caveat because one reviewer said hair had to be cleaned out periodically.
  • 2.5
    1 review
    Overall durability/longevity: 2.5, 1 review
    One review flagged battery non-replaceability as a longevity concern.
  • 2.8
    2 reviews limited evidence
    Runtime: 2.8, 2 reviews, limited evidence
    Runtime was a limitation, with one reviewer warning against long sessions and another noting slowdown around ten minutes.