Published 16 April 2025
Updated: 24 July 2025
DCV501LN - KJ 18V Stick Vac
The Why!
If you have read my review of the DWH161N Dust Extractor, you will know I was less than impressed but at the end of the review I said I would get this Stick Vac and give it a go.
For those that haven't had the opportunity to read that review here's a bit of background. I was previously using a Dyson Handheld hoover that I had picked up after I decided that dragging my Henry Vacuum Cleaner out of the van was getting a drag and wanted something more handy especially if I was only drilling a couple of holes.
The Dyson had been great but the battery was playing up so I decided I needed a replacement and a perhaps something that looked a little more professional.
I already had DeWalt kit so had batteries available and was already happy with the brand.
I looked online and at DeWalt's own site and decided the DWH161N Dust Extractor was the one for me. However if you've read the review, you will know this didn't go down well.
First Impressions
So for convenience I ordered this from CPC Farnell, I have had a few pieces from them and found the price here to be competitive and free delivery was included.
It arrived in a well packed outer, dispatched on the Monday and arrived on the Tuesday.
The product was in a DeWalt cardboard box and already gave me the impression that it was going to larger than the previous one.
So what's in the cardboard box
This is what they call the 'Naked' edition, which normally means no batteries and no case, however this one came with a sturdy looking carry bag. The lack of batteries is fine with me as I have plenty of batteries with my other kit.
In addition to the 'stick vac' there are a number of attachments. Consisting of;
- flexible hose,
- crevice nozzle,
- floor attachment
- extension pipe
- round brush,
- 'gulper brush' (Wide brush)
- belt clip and
- carry bag
Using it
My primary use is to catch dust when I am drilling holes and from what I have seen so far this is going to do the job brilliantly. It has far more suction than the previous dust extractor I had.
The flexible hose is still too narrow to be used with the Universal Adaptor so will have to use a stepped adaptor to connect it to the hose. But if I need that level of dust collection I would use the one connected to my Henry Vacuum Cleaner
As I said, it's early days so will keep you updated with how its going.
Link to original YouTube Review
Link to Product Details on Amazon
Updated Review on YouTube
Updated Conclusion
So I still believe this is better than the DWH161N Dust Extractor for the following reasons.
- The filter is easier to clean and doesn't clog as quickly
- This doesn't solve the issue of the drop in efficiency but this doesn't occur as quickly as the DWH161N
- The dust chamber is bigger and easier to empty without getting mess everywhere
- I do like how the stick vac is operated by an on off switch rather than a toggle one.
However there are a couple of things that niggle me.
- The flexible hose is still too narrow to be used with the Universal Adaptor
- The other issue with the flexible hose is that the stick vac is not powerful enough to clear the dust and debris left behind in the hose, so when you disconnect it dust and debris drops out all over your working area. I think this may be down to how deep the ridges are in the hose and traps the dust etc,.
- The crevice nozzle leaves marks on the wall but the one from my Henry Vacuum Cleaner fits so all is good.
- Not yet convinced on battery efficiency, will monitor and provide further updates.