BLACK+DECKER HHVK515JP07 vs Dyson Car+Boat (586119-01)
The short answer
BLACK+DECKER HHVK515JP07 and Dyson Car+Boat (586119-01) finish almost level in our scoring (7.5 vs 7.5 out of 10), so the right pick depends on what you value most. BLACK+DECKER HHVK515JP07 is stronger on runtime & power supply, ease of use and value. Dyson Car+Boat (586119-01) is stronger on cleaning performance, reach & car-specific tools and filtration, safety & repairability. At current verified prices, the BLACK+DECKER HHVK515JP07 costs about $146.02 less.
- Choose the BLACK+DECKER HHVK515JP07 if: Budget-minded owners, especially those with pets, who want long runtime and a motorized brush for under $80.
- Choose the Dyson Car+Boat (586119-01) if: Drivers who want the strongest all-round cordless handheld with sealed filtration and will pay a premium for it.
Scores by criterion
| Criterion | BLACK+DECKER HHVK515JP07 | Dyson Car+Boat (586119-01) |
|---|---|---|
| Cleaning performance | 7.8TechGearLab pet-hair score of 9.0. Weaker on grit in crevices. | 8.5CR: excels on pet hair and bare floors. Tom's Guide: cleared ingrained crumbs and gravel. |
| Reach & car-specific tools | 5.8TechGearLab found the integrated crevice tool weak in tight car spaces. | 7.0Has a long crevice tool and a mini motorized tool, but CR says it is less effective in narrow spaces and it has no hose. |
| Runtime & power supply | 8.529.1 min measured by TechGearLab. | 7.8CR measured about 24 min, among the longest it tested. The charge takes 5 hours and the battery is not swappable. |
| Ease of use | 7.2Large 680 ml bin. Weighs 2.4-3.3 lb depending on source. | 6.8About 4 lb (CR), one of the heaviest. Pistol grip. |
| Value | 8.3$79.97 for a motorized brush and the longest measured runtime. | 6.0$229.95, 2-4x the B+D picks. Battery and charger are included. |
| Filtration, safety & repairability | 6.5Washable filter and pre-filter, with HHVKF10 replacements sold. No CPSC recall found. | 8.5Sealed whole-machine filtration (Dyson claim) and a 2-year warranty. No CPSC recall found. |
Specifications
| Spec | BLACK+DECKER HHVK515JP07 | Dyson Car+Boat (586119-01) |
|---|---|---|
| Power source | Cordless (20V MAX lithium-ion) | Cordless (lithium-ion) |
| Battery voltage (max) | 20 V | — |
| Runtime (tested where available, else manufacturer max) | 29.1 min | 24 min |
| Suction rating (as stated) | — | 115 AW (MAX mode, Dyson) |
| Dust bin capacity | 680 ml | 530 ml |
| Weight | 3.3 lb | 4.2 lb |
| Flexible hose | No | No |
| Motorized brush included | Yes | Yes |
| Filter type | Washable filter + pre-filter (HHVKF10) | Fully sealed whole-machine filtration |
| HEPA or sealed filtration claimed | — | Yes |
| Washable filter | Yes | — |
BLACK+DECKER HHVK515JP07
Pros
- TechGearLab's best handheld for pet hair
- 29.1 minutes of measured runtime
- Motorized rubber-bristle brush
- 680 ml bin
- Washable filter and pre-filter
Cons
- Bulky crevice tool is weak in tight spaces
- No flexible hose
- Weight is listed differently by source (about 2.4 to 3.3 lb)
The best-value cordless handheld here. It runs long and handles pet hair well, but it's the wrong tool for narrow gaps.
Full BLACK+DECKER HHVK515JP07 review →Dyson Car+Boat (586119-01)
Pros
- Excels on pet hair and bare floors (Consumer Reports)
- Runtime among the longest Consumer Reports tested
- Mini motorized tool and long crevice tool
- Sealed whole-machine filtration
- Two-year limited warranty
Cons
- Premium price
- About 4 lb, one of the heaviest tested
- Less effective in narrow spaces
- Long charge time (Dyson spec)
The best overall car vacuum, though its lead is narrow. It cleans well and runs long, and it costs far more than the others. Buy it if you want one strong cordless vacuum and can live with the weight.
Full Dyson Car+Boat (586119-01) review →Both products are part of our guide The Best Car Vacuums of 2026, where you can see every pick, how we score and current prices from each retailer.