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jonathan18

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#302150 2-Nov-2022 09:32
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I’m looking for a highly compact vacuum cleaner for - and to leave in - the car; not worried if it’s battery-powered or plugs into the cigarette lighter plug (or, ideally, both). Additional key requirements include it needs to be powerful enough to do its job properly and come with accessories to get into those typical car nooks and crannies (particularly down the sides of and under the seats).


Initially I was thinking of this Baseus unit, that is apparently pretty powerful; even if I don’t go for this model, it’s a good representation of the size I’m ideally looking for:



I see, though, that they also make a range of cheaper (less powerful options); Xiaomi also make them - including one available locally for $75 (but which has a small battery therefore low run time).


Does anyone have direct experience with or knowledge of this type of cleaner, and can ideally pass on their thoughts and recommendations?


Thanks in advance.


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  #2990943 2-Nov-2022 11:05
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I had a play with this Shark portable vacuum with a similar idea in mind.
Pricey , but pretty powerful when I tried it, but no real world experience. Never bought it.
I suppose it needs to live in the garage in the charging cradle rather than in your car. 

 

https://www.harveynorman.co.nz/home-appliances/vacuums-and-floor-care/handheld-vacuums-and-cleaners/shark-ion-wand-cordless-vacuum-cleaner.html

 

Edit:  Also look this one up from HN

 

Shark UltraCyclone™ Pet Pro Handheld Vacuum



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  #2991113 2-Nov-2022 16:27
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Thanks for those links. Looking at both those products I think the biggest issue is reliance on standard wall charging, as we really want to leave it (and therefore charge it) in the car, so USB charging is key (if it's not going to run off the cigarette socket). We're also wanting to be able to use it when away on holiday so car charging is ideal.

I've taken a further look at the huge range of Mi and Baseus models on AE and it's a confusing mess. Do like the idea of being able to use them as a blower as well as sucker, which some allow for.

Has anyone tried any of these brands' car vacuums?


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  #2991372 3-Nov-2022 08:48
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Following overwhelming feedback I've made a call to buy the more powerful Baseus model; I've read mixed things on this model (as with every model), including many commenting on how good the pressure is, and others saying how crap it is. At under $100 it's not so expensive that if it doesn't perform amazingly I won't be too disappointed! What swayed me in the end was the longer battery life - I'm always sceptical about battery life claims on AE-sourced products, so the cheaper models with a claimed 20 minutes probably have half that in reality.

 

For the record, this was the item/seller: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005002288242922.html. Will report back once it arrives on how well it performs in case it helps others looking for a similar item.




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  #3146922 12-Oct-2023 18:11
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Well, I’m back in the market for a small, portable USB-charged vacuum cleaner after the Baseus unit I bought (in the link above) conked out after 10 months. While using, the machine wouldn’t switch off; and once we managed to finally get it off it’s never turned back on! No ability to get into the machine to even investigate what’s wrong, and of course the seller’s not interested in standing behind their product (offered me $8 then $10 credit towards a new purchase from them!). So I have a near-$100 paperweight (and it’s not even very good at that as it rolls!)

 

So, in the interim, has anyone come across anything they’d recommend? Still looking for something in a similar form factor, but from either a reliable retailer (eg, not Ali Express) or one that’s NZ-based.

 

This is the one I’m most tempted by - $55 USD at the moment: https://www.amazon.com/Fanttik-V8-Mate-Cordless-Ultra-Lightweight/dp/B0B9447P5P/

 

And also Xiaomi:

 

https://www.pbtech.co.nz/product/HOMMIX31492/Xiaomi-Mi-Handheld-Mini-Vacuum-Cleaner-Lightweight

 

Anything else out there that’s worth considering?

 

 

 

 


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  #3146932 12-Oct-2023 19:41
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All the battery ones at Godfreys appear to need a mains charger. Batteries are all more than double USB 5V so inefficient to charge that way.

I reckon for a really grunty machine you are best with 12v plug-in. Maybe this?

https://www.godfreys.co.nz/hoover-12v-car-vacuum-cleaner

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  #3146943 12-Oct-2023 21:31
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This little machine really sucks.


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  #3147044 13-Oct-2023 07:05
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timmmay:

This little machine really sucks.


Haha!

I think it needs mains power to charge?

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