DeWalt - 20V Cordless Dry Hand Vacuum

I have the first one and it doesn’t get used much. Kind of a joke. The newer handheld one with HEPA filter actually works pretty good

I agree- this one is great. I install cabinets and use it every day. The filter does get clogged, but I clean it at the end of every day. It’s really loud though. The first one you show isn’t great, but it’s ok. It’s wet/dry so good for draining a toilet or if you have a flood.

I actually just returned this model. It doesn’t have a pre-filter before the HEPA filter, so it clogs super easily and reduces suction power significantly

I have the same DeWalt. It's great for smooth floors, but it's really hard to push on carpet. Other than that, it's a great vacuum that I use daily in my business.

Also had the hose on mine die. Bought the 501, stole the hose and assigned the little 501 to home duties. We love it. (Not wet/dry, though.) I like the big one for work stuff as it has capacity, but the little 501 is pretty awesome. 

I got the dewalt one, other than a small filter it's been fantastic.

I question how fixable these Ryobi Stick Vacs are - there are very few teardown videos (mostly older models) and aftermarket spare parts, unlike DeWalt but DeWalt doesn't make home vacs (they make shop vacs, which I have the DCV501LN which is excellent). Family has the R18XSV9 Pet Stick vacuum with the R18XSV3-FH3 beater bar/motorised head unit. After about (less) than 2 years, the head's hose tore from repeated flexing. Pretty poor quality hose really. Couldn't tape it as the Y shaped plastic encasing made it inaccessible. Even worse, there is no official replacement for the hose, and Ryobi claims the head is a consumable (which is why there are no spare parts for it apart from the rotating brushes). A new replacement head is 1/4 the price of the vacuum, which is really stupid when one of the cheapest parts of the head is prone to early failure, leaving the head unusable. I quite like the replaceable batteries, but I wouldn't quite recommend them to anyone. Perhaps I'd change my mind if more fix-it videos come about or Ryobi starts providing more spare parts and instructions to replace parts. I am glad that when I was shopping for a shop vac, I did not go for the RHV18X and went with the DCV501LN instead.

The first one is FAR better than the second one. The 2 gallon is useful, but they're both pretty weak compared to a regular vacuum or shop vac. I have the first one and their stick vac, I use both regularly, but only for tiny messes and the filters clog way too fast.

I had the second one. Most disappointing dewalt item I've ever had, super weak and filter clogs very quickly. Dustpan and broom is better than that thing. I'd recommend the DCV501HB over that one. It's easier to handle and has decent suction. It does fill up fast, but at least it vacuums.

For me it was, couldn't even vacuum the car with it. Only good for light dust or wood chips, like your example. The DCV501HB is easier to carry around for those little clean up jobs and has the power to lightly vacuum out the car. The long stick and floor attachment puts it over the top.

2nd this one. It's a bit spendy but god damned good

If it's for small messes and not vacuuming carpet or something, this tiny one is awesome. https://www.homedepot.com/pep/DEWALT-Bagless-20V-MAX-Stick-Cordless-General-Dirt-Filter-Handheld-Vacuum-Tool-Only-DCV501HB/317267500?source=shoppingads&locale=en-US&pla&utm_source=google&utm_medium=vantage&utm_campaign=50208&utm_content=52470&mtc=SHOPPING-RM-RMP-GGL-Multi-Multi-NA-DEWALT-NA-PMAX-NA-NA-MK894789001-50208-NBR-5704-NA-VNT-FY25Q1_Q4_Dewalt_D25P_PowerTools_OAM_AON_BAU_Opportunity&cm_mmc=SHOPPING-RM-RMP-GGL-Multi-Multi-NA-DEWALT-NA-PMAX-NA-NA-MK894789001-50208-NBR-5704-NA-VNT-FY25Q1_Q4_Dewalt_D25P_PowerTools_OAM_AON_BAU_Opportunity-22176828405--&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22183242218&gclid=Cj0KCQjwxL7GBhDXARIsAGOcmIOZF5nZ2ntLocKCs2cyC0SiJ7ZHvXH5woVZ0xujx5_r28anAV7I3UgaAm_jEALw_wcB

This is the one I have and like you said it works great on everything but carpet lol. But is only a dry vac

I have the Dewalt stick vac. I use it to clean up in the shop after a project. Saw dust, metal shavings, larger debris like rock dust also. It is decent for that. Overall I’m glad I bought it because it is way easier than digging out the big vac every time. It’s obviously not as powerful as a full sized shop vac, and it does rip through batteries pretty quick compared to a lot of other Dewalt tools I use. I wouldn’t want to clean an entire room with it as it wouldn’t be great for that, but it is very handy for small cleanups. Edit- also I wanted to add- since you are working indoors it would be much nicer to go with a corded option. Stihl makes a small shop vac called SE 33. I would 100% go that route if I were you. If you can fit that size anyway. I have the larger se122 and it is the best shop vac I have ever owned and I have owned quite a few different brands.

The DeWalt. I have additional batteries for tools. It does a really good job.

https://a.co/d/fbWGgxV DCV501HB I love it for doing all kinds of stuff. My only two pieces of advice: 1.) buy the cheap filters off amazon don’t waste your money on the dewalt branded filters. Change them every six months or so. 2.) when using the thin tip if you have light colored floors or walls put painters tape on the tip the black plastic can leave marks. I can use a single 4Ah battery for two weekly cleans of a 2000ish sq ft house. I do all my stairs and baseboards and bathroom floors. It’s also really nice for cleaning out cars with the flexible hose. My only complaint is it can make a little mess when emptying the canister but I just re clean it with the vacuum lol.

DeWalt DCV501HB. Highly recommended.

Get the DCV501HB it's a great portable vacuum..

I'm happy with the Dewalt DCV501HB vacuum, works with the Dewalt 20v batteries I already have for the tools. No beater on any carpet attachments, so getting the dust out of floor mats is a little more time consuming./complicated.

The Dewalt DCV501HB is on sale for $99 right now. I'm pretty happy with it, already had Dewalt batteries. 4ah is plenty for my MINI, doesn't always last when I'm working on the Fusion, a lot bigger sedan. Good thing I have plenty of batteries.

I use the DeWalt cordless one https://www.lowes.com/pd/DEWALT-20-Volt-Cordless-Car-Handheld-Vacuum/5013541719

I'm using the [dewalt handheld](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09YXZ4L8T/ref=nosim?tag=buyitforlif00-20) to complement my corded vacuum for spot cleaning, its canister is tiny but good suction on hardwood and comes with a lot of attachments.

I feel it's a step up from stick vacs, and is easier to use with more accessories than lunchbox-style vacs. I typically pair it with 10-cell batteries, e.g. 5Ah in a pinch, 8Ah when it's free, 12Ah if it's free and I want longer runtime. It's not a vac I would have ever considered buying, but I tend to use it more, even ahead of vacs I did pay for. I use it on the higher power setting except when I need to stretch a lower capacity battery. I also have a sample of the Dewalt stick vac. It's great for sawdust and similar, but I clog it a lot and have to empty and clean the filter a lot. You can't beat the ergonomics, but it's really a final cleanup type of vac.

The DeWalt hand vac is excellent. Project Farm has a great YouTube review and off-brand battery packs are cheap. Occasional deals on Slickdeals have it at $99.

Dewalt dcv501 stick vac is what you want

No matter which one you do go for, make sure it has a narrow crevice tool. That’s the attachment that actually makes the difference for car interiors since most of the mess hides in the seams and corners. Your list has some mixed options. The Fanttik V8 Apex is a nice balance of portability and power, feels very car-focused. Dyson’s handheld is super strong but honestly a bit bulky and pricey if it’s mainly for your car. DEWALT works well for heavy-duty stuff or when you already have their batteries around and the BLACK+DECKER dustbuster is fine for lighter use but it won’t really dig deep. I would add [this handheld vacuum](https://SmartChoice-Hub.github.io/Growth/?to=best_car_vacuum_to_buy) to the list too based on my experience. It’s lightweight and foldable which makes it easy to stash in the car. Also it has a few different attachments that help for vents or those hard-to-reach corners. Probably not as good as the Dyson but it works.

If you’re already in their ecosystem, Dewalt makes a 20V version. I’ve got a couple of them, they’re decent vacuums.

I install flooring and saw a deal on the DEWALT 20V Vacuum and picked one up and have loved it for quickly vacuuming up the floor. My wife stole it and keeps it at the house now, uses it every day and absolutely loves it.

I have the first one, battery only version. My wife and I have found tons of uses for it. Might be our favorite vacuum.

DeWalt 20V cordless car handheld vacuum. My tools are already DeWalt so batteries aren't an issue. Lots of accessories in the box. Powerful, perfect for car and also for project clean up. It's like $149, but always goes on sale. Had it for years, no complaints yet. If you're a Milwaukee guy, and have the batteries already, they probably have an equivalent.