Black & Decker PSV1800 18-Volt Cordless Vacuum Cleaner

If you don't like the idea of dragging a heavy, full-size vacuum just to clean some dirt your kid left behind a lightweight cordless vacuum would make a good helper. The Black & Decker PSV1800 18-Volt cordless vacuum cleaner is one cordless vacuum that makes it easy for you to do some spot cleaning without the hassle of a full-size vacuum.

Pros

This cordless vacuum can clean bare floors, upholstery, rugs and low carpets well. It has powerful suction and the power brush makes its performance on carpet and rugs even better.

It only weighs 10 pounds and easy to maneuver to clean edges. It can go under the tables and the bed with ease without bumping here and there. The power brush can be turned off when cleaning hardwood floors to prevent scratches and when you're cleaning against baseboards this vacuum can do it without problems.

Being cordless means you don't have to worry about switching between power outlets (like when you have a vacuum with short power cord) or stumbling upon the power cord over and over again (like when you have a vacuum with long power cord). The folding design lets you store this unit in tight spaces like the closet or drawer.

The battery life is more than adequate. It can hold the charge for 20-30 minutes so you can clean a 1200 square foot area before the suction power starts depleting. The dirt canister is easy to empty and clean too.

Even though this cordless vacuum is not the quietest among its competitors the noise level is quite acceptable. After all, it does pack enough suction power to justify the noise.

Cons

As with any other bagless vacuum you need to empty the dirt container frequently. The filter needs to be cleaned regularly too. It is easy to clean with soap and water but it is quite messy. This is certainly not a good choice for people with asthma or allergy.

Conclusion

For $69 you can get this convenient cordless vacuum for some quick and light cleaning around the house so you can those thorough cleaning just once in a while. It is definitely not meant to replace a full-size upright but for everything else this cordless vacuum can do the job very well.