Dyson Humdinger Handheld Vacuum
Best for Strongest compact clean
Typically £209–£299
Check Price on Amazon Paid linkDEWALT DCV501LN 18V XR Handheld Vacuum
Best for DEWALT battery owners
Typically £79–£109
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| Feature | Dyson Humdinger Handheld Vacuum | DEWALT DCV501LN 18V XR Handheld Vacuum |
|---|---|---|
| Verdict | Buy | Buy |
| Typical price | £209–£299 | £79–£109 |
| Best for | Strongest compact clean | DEWALT battery owners |
| Key feature | Dyson suction in a small handheld | Tough handheld with a HEPA filter |
| Weight | About 0.9 kg | — |
| Run time | Up to about 18 minutes | — |
| Charging | Wall dock | — |
| Power | — | DEWALT 18V |
| Filter | — | HEPA |
| Attachments | — | Crevice and brush |
| Where to buy | Check Price Paid link | Check Price Paid link |
Main differences
Typical price
Dyson Humdinger: £209–£299; DEWALT DCV501LN: £79–£109.
Best for
Dyson Humdinger: strongest compact clean; DEWALT DCV501LN: DEWALT battery owners.
Standout
Dyson Humdinger: dyson suction in a small handheld; DEWALT DCV501LN: tough handheld with a HEPA filter.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Dyson Humdinger Handheld Vacuum if you
- want strong suction in a light handheld for car seats, carpets and stairs
- care most about strong suction for its size
Choose the DEWALT DCV501LN 18V XR Handheld Vacuum if you
- own DEWALT 20V batteries and want a tough handheld for the car and garage
- care most about HEPA filter
Which specifications matter?
Focus on the differences above rather than headline numbers. For more options, see our list of the best car vacuums in the uk.
Not sure about either? Consider these
Shark · Car Vacuums
Shark WandVac Handheld Vacuum WV200UK
Buy it if You want a very light handheld for crumbs in the car and quick cleanups at home.
- Verdict
- Buy
- Best for
- Light and handy
- Typical price
- £99–£129
Pros
- Very light
- One-touch empty
Cons
- Short run time
BLACK+DECKER · Car Vacuums
BLACK+DECKER dustbuster Cordless Handheld Vacuum
Buy it if You want a cheap handheld for crumbs and spills in the car.
- Verdict
- Consider
- Best for
- Basic cleanups
- Typical price
- £49–£69
Pros
- Inexpensive
- Washable bowl and filter
Cons
- Modest suction
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, the Dyson Humdinger or the DEWALT DCV501LN?
Choose the Dyson Humdinger if you want strong suction in a light handheld for car seats, carpets and stairs. Choose the DEWALT DCV501LN if you own DEWALT 20V batteries and want a tough handheld for the car and garage.
Which is better value?
The Dyson Humdinger typically costs £209–£299 and the DEWALT DCV501LN typically costs £79–£109. The better value depends on which differences above matter to you.