PowerSeries+ BHFEA18D1-GB vs Gen5detect Absolute Cordless Vacuums

Torn between PowerSeries+ BHFEA18D1-GB and Gen5detect Absolute for your next cordless vacuum?

We examine the PowerSeries+ BHFEA18D1-GB – a battery-power vacuum by Black + Decker, comparing runtime, dust tank, and costs, with – Gen5detect Absolute by Dyson, analysing real-world vacuuming performance.

By assessing these vacuums – the PowerSeries+ BHFEA18D1-GB and Gen5detect Absolute from BLACK + DECKER and DYSON, you get the best floorcare machine.

Best Cordless Vacuum Pick

BLACK + DECKER PowerSeries+ BHFEA18D1-GB vs DYSON Gen5detect Absolute – key Specifications

PowerSeries+ BHFEA18D1-GB and Gen5detect Absolute Cordless Battery Run Time

BLACK + DECKER Stick cordless vacuums, like the PowerSeries+ BHFEA18D1-GB, provides lightweight portability without mains cables. Gen5detect Absolute Stick is also cordlessly powered by a DYSON rechargeable battery.

The Dyson Gen5detect Absolute has a battery supply runtime of 70 minutes of cleaning, compared to the Black + Decker PowerSeries+ BHFEA18D1-GB which has 40 minutes life.

• BLACK + DECKER PowerSeries+ BHFEA18D1-GB Runtime: 40 mins continuous vacuuming
• DYSON Gen5detect Absolute Runtime: 70 mins continuous vacuuming

Charging times between the PowerSeries+ BHFEA18D1-GB and Gen5detect Absolute varies – check manual.

Cordless Vacuum Dust Tank Capacity

Both Black + Decker PowerSeries+ BHFEA18D1-GB and Dyson Gen5detect Absolute are bagless, storing dust, hairs, dirt, and debris inside a sealed 0.5 litre and 0.77 litre tank, respectively. The Gen5detect Absolute by DYSON holds up to 0.77 Litre of compressed dirty particles. The PowerSeries+ BHFEA18D1-GB by BLACK + DECKER has a capable capacity of 0.5 litre for manual disposable.

• PowerSeries+ BHFEA18D1-GB onboard dirt/dust tank size: 0.5L
• Gen5detect Absolute onboard dirt/dust tank size: 0.77L

Floor Cleaning Types

Black + Decker’s PowerSeries+ BHFEA18D1-GB and Dyson’s Gen5detect Absolute brush heads are effective on every surface – carpets & deep-pile rugs, hard floors (laminate, wood, tiles), vinyl, even upholstery, and stairs.

Their only limitation is the Gen5detect Absolute and PowerSeries+ BHFEA18D1-GB can’t vacuum liquids. For this, a DYSON or BLACK + DECKER ‘wet and dry’ vacuum is needed.

Most Black + Decker and Dyson battery powered vacuums include accessories. Check PowerSeries+ BHFEA18D1-GB or Gen5detect Absolute manual for specifications and attachments.

Vacuum Filtration

The Gen5detect Absolute and BLACK + DECKER PowerSeries+ BHFEA18D1-GB include effective filters to capture dust, dander, pollen, hairs, and fibres.

BLACK + DECKER and DYSON use HEPA, foam, or cloth, filters. PowerSeries+ BHFEA18D1-GB and Gen5detect Absolute maintain suction and clean exhaust air.

DYSON and BLACK + DECKER Reviews

Combined feedback from 55 reviewers shows the PowerSeries+ BHFEA18D1-GB with a rating of 4.5/5 stars, and the Gen5detect Absolute vacuum gains a 4.6/5 average from 82 reviews, showing comparable reliability results.

Brand	Model	Runtime	Weight	Tank	Best Price
BLACK + DECKER	PowerSeries+ BHFEA18D1-GB	40 M	3.1	0.5L	£131.00
DYSON	Gen5detect Absolute	70 M	3.5	0.77L	£549.00