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	1	Dyson DC35 Digital Slim Battery-operated hand vacuum, Dustbuster; Cleaning type: Dry; Dust Removal: Dust bin; …; Newest review: 3/2011 Wired loved the usual Dyson attention to detail that's obvious in the Dyson DC35 Digital Slim's design. Made for small or tricky jobs, this cordless stick vacuum did really well on a wide … 1 review, 275 opinions (Excellent)
		Black & Decker Dustbuster PV1805N Dustbuster; Cleaning type: Dry; Dust Removal: Dust bin; Newest review: 4/2010 “The small battery-powered vacuum from Black & Decker has a surprisingly large suction capacity. Its small nozzle seamlessly pivots 200 degrees and can also be extended to clean hard to reach … 2 reviews, 5 opinions (Above average)
		Black & Decker PAD 1200 Dustbuster; Cleaning type: Dry; Dust Removal: Dust bin; Equipment: Crevice nozzle; …; Newest review: 11/2009 “The PAD 1200 is not really the best vacuum on offer but is still a good choice for when your home needs a quick clean.” 2 reviews, 22 opinions (Above average)

Hoover Freejet 3in1 FJ180

Dustbuster, Canister / Upright vacuum cleaner; Cleaning type: Dry / Nass; Dust Removal: …; Newest review: 12/2009

“The small and colourful vacuum from Hoover is ideal for a quick clean or for small nooks and crannies.”

1 review

Dyson DC31

Dustbuster; Cleaning type: Dry; Dust Removal: Dust bin; Newest review: 9/2010

“Thanks to its patented RootCyclone technology, the DC 31 is the only battery powered vacuum cleaner without loss of suction. Its digital motor plays a significant role: it delivers a greater …

8 reviews, 105 opinions (Excellent)

Philips FC6161/01 Daily Duo

Dustbuster, Canister / Upright vacuum cleaner; Cleaning type: Dry; Dust Removal: Dust bin; Newest review: 9/2010

“The DailyDuo vacuum is flexible as it brings together a cylinder vacuum and a hand held vacuum into one device. No cord.”

1 review

More information at: Technik zu Hause.de, 9/2010 The Philips DailyDuo battery operated vacuum: cordless freedom The versatile DailyDuo battery operated vacuum cleaner from Philips is especially good for the occasional clean up of crumbs. Ready in a flash, wherever and whenever dust and dirt appear in your apartment.

Rowenta AC 8818 Silencer

Dustbuster; Cleaning type: Dry / Nass; Dust Removal: Dust bin

Severin AH 7910

Dustbuster; Cleaning type: Dry / Nass; Dust Removal: Dust bin

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Handheld vacuum cleaners are ideal to have in addition to a regular vacuum cleaner, especially in modest households, for cleaning small areas or for pets. Battery-powered models are very practical for using outside the home, for example to clean the inside of the car. There are models available for allergies sufferers too.

Hand-held vacuum cleaners are designed for cleaning small surfaces. Therefore, under no circumstances can they replace a normal household vacuum cleaner, since they can't, for example, clean floors as conveniently and accurately. The fact that their suction power is lower is actually not a drawback. Designed for quick suction, these handy devices usually offer good filter performance and take up much less space that conventional tube vacuums. They are the perfect household helper for quick house or car cleaning. However, their action radius is limited by the fact that due to their rigid construction and reduced intake they're not suitable for less accessible places such as under the sofa. Households with animals would also do well to use a hand-held vacuum cleaner as a flexible second device to remove unwanted marks or to clean cages or sleeping places. The biggest advantage of handheld vacuums is therefore their flexibility, especially for battery-powered models, due to their compact design that lacks a long suction tube. The suction tube, the engine-filter unit and the handle are in fact directly linked to one another. Depending on their weight, hand vacuum cleaners are also suitable for walls or ceilings, for example for removing cobwebs or to suck dust from the curtains. Most normal hand vacuum cleaners use micro filter dust bags, which of course must be replaced frequently due to their low capacity. However, smaller devices usually don't require a bag, but are emptied directly in the trash can. For allergy sufferers, in turn, models with washable HEPA filters are recommended. There are also models which can operate without a filter bag and use a so-called cyclone filter instead. In them the intake air is sucked into a rotating plastic container and the dirt particles are secreted by the centrifugal force. This also saves the cost of filter bags.

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When buying a battery powered hand vacuum cleaner, care should be taken that a charger is included, so that the batteries can be recharged. Additional accessories are also useful for vacuuming furniture or curtains, and the sucking intensity also should be adjustable according to body size. Handheld vacuum cleaners with a suction power of 250 watts or above are enough to achieve good cleaning results, with current models peaking at 450 watts.