The 5 Best Pivot Vacuums

This wiki has been updated 24 times since it was first published in February of 2019. While traditional Dustbusters are undoubtedly convenient, they can sometimes struggle in tight corners and other cramped spaces. In an attempt to solve this problem, Black+Decker released these pivot vacuums, each of which has a nozzle that can be turned to a variety of angles to help you clean hard-to-reach places. They're perfect for using on small messes in your car or kitchen. When users buy our independently chosen editorial picks, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

This wiki has been updated 24 times since it was first published in February of 2019. While traditional Dustbusters are undoubtedly convenient, they can sometimes struggle in tight corners and other cramped spaces. In an attempt to solve this problem, Black+Decker released these pivot vacuums, each of which has a nozzle that can be turned to a variety of angles to help you clean hard-to-reach places. They're perfect for using on small messes in your car or kitchen. When users buy our independently chosen editorial selections, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.

1. BDH2000PL Max

The BDH2000PL Max (appx. $63) boasts a special cyclonic action that focuses all the debris you pick up away from the filter, ensuring you always experience the most powerful suction possible — not to mention limiting the number of times you need to clean it out.

Both filter and bowl are washable
Wide mouth for large objects
Charging dock can be wall-mounted

2. BDH1600PL Lithium

The BDH1600PL Lithium (appx. $129) is perfect for storing in your kitchen or family room for those little spills that don't warrant getting out the full-size vacuum. When folded up, it can be stashed neatly in the corner, and you'll forget it's there until the next time you need it.

Emptying it is simple
Works well on stairs
Smart choice for pet owners

3. BDH1200PVAV Automotive

Anyone traveling with kids needs to stash the BDH1200PVAV Automotive (around $45) somewhere in the car. You don't have to worry about it running out of juice, as it plugs into the cigarette lighter, so it will always be ready to clean up crumbs and other messes.

16-foot power cord
Extremely compact
Includes mesh storage bag

4. PHV1810 Cordless

The 18-volt PHV1810 Cordless (appx. $50) is able to pick up just about anything you might drop in your car or behind the couch. Its pull is robust enough to grab items from a few inches away, but all that power comes at a cost, as it goes through its battery quickly.

Led charging indicator
15-ounce dirt capacity
Takes nine hours to recharge

5. PV1225NB Dustbuster

International users might like the PV1225NB Dustbuster (around $44), with its bagless receptacle that has a translucent window, so you can clearly see when it is time to empty it. Note that this is a 220-volt model, though, so don't expect it to work in standard American outlets.

Nose pivots 200-degrees
Hands-free dirt disposal
A bit heavier than other models

Last updated by Quincy Miller

After getting his bachelor’s from the University of Texas, Quincy Miller moved out to Los Angeles, where he soon found work as a copywriter and researcher, specializing in health and wellness topics for a major online media brand. Quincy is also knowledgeable about home improvement, as he’s had extensive experience with everything from insulation to power tools to emergency room trips, sometimes in that order. Sharing a home with three dogs and a couple of cats has forced Quincy to learn as much as he can about pet supplies, animal nutrition and, most importantly, the best ways to tackle the mountains of fur that accumulate in every corner of your home.

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