DeWalt Cordless Vacuum Complete Review Pet Hair Cleaner For Hardwood Floors

Here’s a complete review of the DeWalt Cordless Vacuum Cleaner for hardwood floors. 

What Is The DeWalt Cordless Vacuum Cleaner?

DeWalt specializes in various power tools and has an array of vacuum cleaners. Their cordless vacuum cleaner sticks out because they provide users with a premium experience along with versatility. 

It is designed with simplicity. The vacuums are portable, easy to store, and useful in a lot of scenarios.

Designs and Features

1. Design

The design of the vacuums is minimalistic. They come in yellow and have an ergonomic handle you can easily grip. The vacs don't weigh above 10 pounds. All the tools and attachments can be stored on board.

2. Cordless

The vacuums get their power source from a DeWalt battery which can last up to 30 minutes.

3. Supportive Vac

They are not designed to be the primary vacuum cleaner in a household. Rather, they play a supportive role in cleaning spills, pet hair, dust, and dirt around the home.

4. Versatile

The vacuums can be used in different areas and they clean both wet and dry dirt.

5. HEPA Filter

They have HEPA filters that trap dust and other allergens. The filter can be washed under running water and reused.

6. Easy To Operate

The mode of operation is via a toggle located under the handle of the vacuum.

Functions

• Cleans wet/dry dirt
• Gets rid of dust and other allergens from the air around your home
• Removes pet hair from any surface

Why Choose DeWalt Cordless Vacuum Cleaner?

• It is a wet/dry vac
• The vacuum is not expensive 
• It has a HEPA filter
• The vacuum is versatile
• A battery powers the vac
• They are not expensive
• The vacuums are easy to operate and maintain
• Very thorough with pet hair 

DeWalt Cordless Vacuums Compared

Model	DCV580H	DCV517B	DC515B
Weight	8 Pounds	4.5 Pounds	4.3 Pounds
Dimensions	17.25×12.31×13.12 inches	8.44×6.34×17.69 inches	8.44×17.69×6.38 inches
Capacity	2 Liters	0.6 Liters	0.5 Liters
Special Feature	Washable/Reusable HEPA Filter	Portable, Wet/Dry, Washable HEPA Filter	Cordless, Portable
Power Source	Battery	Battery	Battery
Form Factor	Canister	Canister	Canister
Volts	20V	20V	18V

Review Of DeWalt Cordless Vacuum Cleaner DCV580H

Pros

• Lightweight
• Easy to empty tank
• The vacuum has versatile uses
• Extra accessories for more thorough cleaning

Cons

• The hose easily gets clogged up with larger debris

Key Features

1. Battery Powered

You can use the DeWalt 20V MAX lithium-ion battery or any of the DeWalt 18V batteries to power the vacuum. You don't need to find a power outlet before you can clean with the DCV580H vacuum cleaner. Due to that reason, you can take it anywhere. 

2. Large Tank

The vacuum tank can hold both wet and dry dirt. The capacity of the tank is up to 2 liters which makes it large enough to store the contents of a clogged pipe or empty a toilet.

3. Versatile

The vacuum can tackle almost any dirt, pick up large debris, and it doesn't matter if it is wet or dry. It also comes with various tool accessories that can allow you to clean more areas including a clogged pipe.

4. Lightweight

This feature in the DC580H vacuum cleaner is important seeing as you always have to carry it every time you need to clean. The vacuum weighs about 8 pounds and has dimensions of 17.25×12.31×13.12 inches. Not only is it easy to carry, but it is also easy to store. 

Benefits

• Perfect for household use and beyond
• Easy to operate
• The vacuum is lightweight
• It is easy to maintain and store
• It is a wet/dry vacuum

Cleaning Performance

The vacuum can be powered with either the DeWalt 18V or 20V battery. The battery is great but since the vacuum is more heavy-duty than regular vacs, the battery is going to wear out once in a while. The option of getting to choose between two batteries is great, it means you wouldn't have to search far and wide to get a replacement battery. 

The vacuum can suck up dirt very easily from any surface. The 5-foot flexible hose is great at reaching corners and the crevice tool attachment gets to even more hard-to-reach areas. 

The vacuum is not just for households, plumbers, construction workers, electricians, and other workers will find this portable vacuum helpful in their day-to-day activities. Although, the vacuum doesn't replace a shop vac.

The 2-liter tank can be accessed by opening a latch which will also reveal the HEPA filter which can wash and reuse. All the tools and attachments can be stored on board. 

Review Of DeWalt Cordless Vacuum Cleaner DCV517B

Pros

• Portable
• Large tank capacity
• It has a HEPA filter
• The vacuum is effective

Cons

• Lack of extra accessories
• It can get really loud 

Key Features

1. Heavy Duty Hose

The flexible heavy-duty hose can pick up sawdust, wet spills, pet hair, dust, dirt, and other debris efficiently. The hose can handle more heavy-duty cleaning around the home but be careful to know its limits.

2. Easy to Operate

The ON/OFF switch is a toggle located underneath the handle.

3. Cordless

Its cordless feature means you can easily use the vacuum to clean other places besides your home, for example, your car.

Benefits

• Washable HEPA filter
• Easy to empty tank
• It is a wet/dry tank
• The vacuum doesn't require too much maintenance
• Lightweight
• Easy to operate

Cleaning Performance

The ON/OFF switch is a big toggle hard to miss. The vacuum is very thorough in picking up small messes and it works well on any surface. It sucks in wet spills efficiently and you clean from the hose attachment or the main head. Both of these work great with the mess, with the exception that the hose can reach tighter corners. 

The vacuum's power lasts for about 20-30 minutes which is enough time to quickly get rid of pet hair, dust, dirt, and quick spills. It takes about an hour or two for it to fully charge and then it begins working at full speed. 

Just like the other DeWalt cordless vacuum, for you to get access to the tank, all you need to do is snap open the latch. It reveals the 0.6-liter tank and the HEPA filter which traps 99.7% of dust and various home allergens. The tank is easy to empty and all you need to do is tap it a few times to get rid of the stubborn debris. You can do the same for the filter or wash it.

Review Of DeWalt DC515B Cordless Vacuum Cleaner

Pro

• Wet/dry vacuum
• The vacuum cleans efficiently
• Easy to empty tank

Cons

• DC515B is loud
• No extra accessories

Key Features

1. Dual Clean-Up Modes

There are two ways to clean with the DC515B vacuum. You can clean with the extended 2.5-foot rubber hose or with the utility hose. This feature allows you to be more versatile with your cleaning and allows the vacuum to tackle different kinds of dirt.

2. Washable HEPA Filter

The vacuum has a gore HEPA filter that traps 99% of dust at 0.3 microns. The filter can be washed and reused. The use of a HEPA filter makes the vacuum perfect for pet owners or people with allergies. 

3. Wet/Dry Vacuum

The DC515B vacuum can clean up both wet and dry stains easily. The vacuum can clean up food mess from the kids, small water spills, and pick up dirt, dust, or pet hair.

4. Battery Powered

The vacuum doesn't use an electric cord to get its power source. It means you can clean anywhere around your home without worrying about cords getting tangled or caught up. The vacuum has an extended life to allow you to clean as much as you can before needing to charge.  

Benefits

• The vacuum is lightweight
• You can use it to clean quick spills around the home
• The vacuum is thorough in picking up dirt, dust, and debris
• It is a great pair with a shop vac
• DC515B has a washable HEPA filter
• A battery powers the vacuum

Cleaning Performance

The vacuum has its ON/OFF conveniently located at a position you can reach easily with one hand. It is lightweight and its suction is strong enough to pick up sand, metal shavings, dirt, drywall screws, food spills, etc. 

DC515B utility hose is efficient. It works well on any floor and it is quick to take in dirt from the floor. Since you will have to carry the vacuum all the time when cleaning, it is a great benefit that it weighs just 6 pounds. 

The hose attached to the vacuum allows you to clean tight spaces easily. The hose can suck up any dirt. It thoroughly cleans food spills from the floor and gets rid of wet stains.  

The vacuum tank is easy to remove and after you do this, you can take out the HEPA filter. Since it traps up to 99.97% of dust and other home allergens, nothing escapes back into the air. You can rinse the filter under tap water to wash it. Make sure it is properly dried before placing it back.

The DC515B noise level is about 75dB which is quite loud but not overly uncomfortable. It is important to note that the vacuum is not a leaf blower like most wet/dry vacs, and even though it can pick up larger dirt and debris than regular vacuums, it is not a shop vac either.

Video Review Of DeWalt Cordless Vacuum Cleaner: DCV580H

Conclusion

These cordless vacuum cleaners are efficient. However, it would be a great idea to have more than one battery on hand because they easily die down. Apart from this, they are worth their price.