Best Ash Vacuums

The PowerSmith PAVC101 is a well-thought-out, user-friendly ash cleaner designed for both warm and cold ash. It boasts a washable fire-resistant 2-layer filter installed inside the metal canister, which filters out ash and fine dust fairly well.

This cleaner is safe in use thanks to the auto shut-off function and has high suction power thanks to a quite powerful motor. By the way, this machine produces 10 Amp of suction power which is higher than some more expensive models offer. At the same time, this cleaner works quietly with a noise level of less than 79 dB. In addition to these features that make this model so effective in use, the PAVC101 is equipped with a 16 ft power cord that gives you freedom of movement while cleaning your wood stove, chimney, or fireplace. And the castors on the base of the vac add more mobility to the cleaning process.

What we like the most about this model is its multi-functionality. The thing is that you can use this machine not only as an ash vacuum cleaner but also as a blower and a utility vac. To turn it to a blower, you just need to switch the hose from the intake port to the exhaust outlet. With floor and carpet nozzles that come in the box, the PowerSmith easily turns into a normal vacuum cleaner.

Well, if you are looking for the best ash vacuum for your home that will not only remove ash and dust from your pellet stove or BBQ grill but also blow away leaves on your backyard and clean the carpet in your living room, then this model should be right up your alley.

Are you looking for a good ash vacuum that is well-built, effective, and reasonably priced? If so, we’d like to introduce the Bacoeng BA-ASH200L to you. This model features high suction power, capacious dust canister, and good maneuverability compared to some other mini ash hoovers in this price range. Furthermore, it can save you some money by replacing a conventional vac.

In detail, the Bacoeng cleaner is equipped with a powerful 120V motor, capacious 5.3-gallon canister with a reusable HEPA and a Dacron type filter bag inside, a pretty long metal hose, and electric cable for more convenient cleaning. It has a filter indicator that notifies you when it’s time to empty the bin. When very fine dust covers the filter 100%, the indicator turns red. You can continue hoovering but the suction power will fall. Cleaning the filter regularly will solve this problem though.

Speaking about the opportunity to use this cleaner as a regular vac, the manufacturer has put some extras in the box. This model is available in standard and advanced versions. By selecting the latter option, you get 3 extension wands, 1 crevice and 1 upholstery nozzles, and 1 Combi-attachment for smooth floors and carpets in addition to the basic flexible metal suction hose and aluminum suction tube. The opportunity to store all the accessories on the vacuum’s caster feet or lid surface with built-in storage wells add even more convenience of use - the vac requires minimal storage space. What else to wish?

The Snow Joe ASHJ201 is a relatively small yet powerful ash collector that can clean a wood stove as well as a BBQ grill effortlessly. It has already become a popular tool among users, and let's check why.

For starters, it features a motor that produces 4 Amp suction power. And while comparing this figure with other models in our review you might think it is too low, in practice, 4 Amps is more than enough to capture ash and fine dust pretty well. As any other equipment made to deal with ash, this cleaner has a metal canister, a hose with the inner metal layer, and an aluminum tube, so you don’t have to worry if some hot ash finds its way to the hoover. This model features thermal protection just in case, even though it is designed for cold ash only. By the way, the aluminum tube that comes with this model has an angled tip, which makes it very convenient to clean in the corners. The filtration system consists of a pre-filter and reusable dust cartridge filters. Featuring good filtration capabilities these filters don’t let dust get into the room or the motor.

In conclusion, this model is a great solution for any owner of a wood stove, a fireplace, or a BBQ grill, because it is lightweight, powerful, and has a capacious dustbin. And while the Snow Joe ash collector has many common features with its competitors, it does have something different - the price which is nicely lower.

The PowerSmith PAVC102 ash vac is a heavy-duty cleaner suitable for cleaning wood stoves, barbeque grills, fireplaces, and similar stuff. It is equipped with a fairly long power cord (16 feet), an extension metal-lined hose, and castors that give you plenty of reach and allow you to easily move the machine around the house.

When it comes to performance, this model runs on a quiet 10-amp motor with high suction power and a washable filter to ensure you won't waste hours on cleaning a stove and then cleaning the vacuum itself. Plus, the filter has a dual-layer construction, so it holds every speck of dust away from the motor and prolongs its service life accordingly. The inner layer is made of microfiber, while the outer layer is fire-resistant fiberglass that collects slightly warm ash. Take note though, it won't hold hot coals or red embers if they accidentally get inside. But frankly speaking, very few ash vacuums actually can do that.

What is also nice about the PAVC102 is that it can be used as a shop vac. It comes with several extra nozzles - a metal one for ash, two extension wands, a brush nozzle, and a turbo nozzle. With this great accessory set, you'll be able to clean quite a lot of different surfaces. Add to this the heavy-duty construction and you'll get a multipurpose tool that will do all the messy jobs for you without breaking a sweat.

If you don’t have a big fireplace/stove and need an ash vacuum that will be lightweight and easy to use, the Tacklife Ash Cleaner might pique your interest. Weighing around 7.7 lbs, it’s quite easy to carry, but it still has a generous capacity of 5 gallons, which enables it to collect a good amount of ash. Besides, it’s well built and durable. Designed with a metal body and a metal nozzle, the unit has quite a long overall service life and is heat-resistant, making it suitable for picking warm ash.

Despite its smaller weight and overall dimensions, the Tacklife Ash Cleaner has a rather powerful 800W motor. It allows it to generate up to 15Kpa suction power, which is plenty enough to suck up not only ash but also most other debris that is hard to collect. Plus, it has a 16.4-ft power cord, which will provide you with a wide cleaning area. When it comes to the metal nozzle, it isn't too long, but its length will be enough to get to most hard-to-reach areas where ash or dust may collect without complicating the unit's storage.

It's worth noting that the cleaner is supplied without additional attachments but if you have a wet/dry vacuum cleaner or any other vac with attachments, you can use them instead. This makes it suitable for cleaning all types of surfaces both indoors and outdoors. On top of that, it has a blowing function, which means it can substitute for a leaf blower, making it a multifunctional addition to any household.

Finally, the model has a dual filtration system that contains an accordion filter and a filter sheet. Both filters work to prevent clogging and make sure that ash and other gathered debris are securely trapped inside.

All in all, with this multifunctional ash cleaner from Tacklife, you will be able to tackle a lot of tough household jobs and make your life easier.