Review of Shark's first cordless blower, the "BlastBoss"! Powerful airflow in a compact, tool-like body.
I'd been bothered by the fallen leaves and dust on my balcony, the dirt behind the air conditioner's outdoor unit, the sandy dirt in the entryway, and the debris that had gotten stuck between the seats and the center console in my car, but I kept putting off cleaning, thinking, "I'll do it next time."
That's where the "Shark BlastBoss Cordless Blower" (hereinafter "BlastBoss") from Shark came in. It's the company's first cordless blower, combining easy-to-use compactness for both indoor and outdoor use with powerful cleaning capabilities . We'll report on its performance in various locations, including airflow, maneuverability, battery life, and quietness.
Shark BlastBoss Cordless Blower
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A mechanical design with a "tool-like" feel that appeals to the desire to own it.
The first thing that catches the eye is the design. With its mechanical look that evokes powerful airflow, the honest reaction is that it's a blower, yet it's "cool." The "tool-like" feel is irresistible and is sure to appeal to gadget enthusiasts.
In addition to the "charcoal" color used in this review, there are five other color variations available: "greige," "blue," "green," and "pink (official online store exclusive)," so you can choose the one that suits your preference.
Because it's a cordless type with a built-in battery, I thought it might be "somewhat heavy," but when I actually held it in my hand, it was lighter than I expected, and the grip was also good . Initially, I envisioned using it outdoors, such as on the balcony, but it seems like it could be easily used indoors as well. The fact that it weighs only about 660g, allowing you to easily pick it up with one hand and manipulate it freely, is one of the device's major selling points.
There are three operating modes: "Indoor/Outdoor/Boost". The mode switch and boost button are positioned so that your thumb naturally rests when you grip the handle, making operation smooth and easy.
What impressed me was the design of the trigger, which is operated with the index finger. Not only can you simply turn it on and off, but you can also freely control the strength of the wind by how hard you press the trigger. You can make fine adjustments, like when you want to slightly reduce the wind pressure without switching modes.
The battery lasts up to approximately 49 minutes in indoor mode. This means you can clean without worrying about the battery running out, not only for everyday use but also for those big spring cleanings you do a few times a year. In fact, when cleaning fallen leaves on the balcony and in front of the entrance, I switched between outdoor mode and boost mode, and the battery didn't run out even after about 20 minutes of operation.
While primarily designed for standalone use, the unit also comes with a variety of attachments that can be swapped out to suit different cleaning locations and purposes. From left to right, the attachments are: an "extension pipe" for reaching hard-to-reach high places and behind furniture; a "spot nozzle" for directing airflow to blow away debris accumulated in crevices; and a "floor brush" that uses the combined action of air and brush to sweep up fallen leaves and dust like a broom.
A powerful breeze that reaches you not just as a "point," but as a "surface."
In terms of performance, the most important factor is undoubtedly the wind strength. The catalog specifications state a maximum of approximately 85 m/s (when using boost mode). When I immediately pulled the trigger in outdoor mode, it was more powerful than expected, with the wind recoil causing the tip of the unit to lift slightly . "It looks cool, and the wind is powerful..." My desire to own it as a gadget enthusiast was once again stimulated.
We checked the operating noise in outdoor mode and found it to be approximately 82.8 dB (ambient noise 45.7 dB). It 's a fairly loud sound, requiring you to raise your voice to have a conversation, but because it's a hissing sound from the airflow, it's not unpleasant to the ears . You should be able to use it outdoors without worrying about disturbing your neighbors.
When you blow air towards a miniature car, the wind doesn't come out in a straight line, but rather spreads out over a certain area in the direction you aimed. It delivers a powerful breeze to the targeted area, not just a single point.
The decibel meter displayed a reading of approximately 82.8 dB, which is roughly equivalent to the noise level near a subway platform. However, the operating noise is not a harsh, piercing high-pitched sound, and is not unpleasant.
I tried cleaning both the inside and outside of my house.
First, I tried using the unit alone to clean up the fallen leaves that had accumulated in front of the entrance. When I blew air at the leaves, they were blown up with force, but it was difficult to blow them forward, and I was at a loss . So I tried moving the unit closer to the leaves, but that seemed to have the opposite effect. The leaves were blown straight up or in front of me, and I couldn't move forward at all.
After trying various methods, I discovered that the key to cleaning up fallen leaves is to maintain a certain distance between the leaves you're blowing away and the unit, and to swing the unit from side to side while blowing air. Doing this makes it easier to blow the leaves forward, and you can completely clear away the debris in front of your entrance, along with the dust and sand.
When sweeping up fallen leaves, the key is to swing the unit from side to side.
With its powerful airflow, it's a breeze to clean up gravel accumulated in corners of the entrance and in the grooves of tiles. Once you get the hang of it, you'll be able to easily blow away targeted dirt.
Next, I cleaned the balcony. The included "extension pipe" was very useful when cleaning behind the outdoor unit of the air conditioner. Not only could it blow air into hard-to-reach areas, but it also narrowed the airflow range compared to the unit alone, allowing me to direct the airflow directly to the desired spot.
The floor brush that attaches to the end of the extension pipe is also very convenient, and can effectively blow away fallen leaves and sand spread over a wide area of the balcony. It feels like using a broom . However, unlike a broom, it doesn't require large movements of the arms or wrists, so it feels less strenuous on the body. I was able to clean the balcony in a short amount of time.
Using the "extension pipe," you can easily clean not only behind the outdoor unit, but also in tight spaces such as window sills, rail grooves, and under furniture.
The "floor brush" is also useful for cleaning the balcony deck. Its light and easy handling is still present here, allowing you to maneuver it smoothly and precisely as you want.
I also tried cleaning the interior of my car. I blew away dust and debris from the seats, and for food crumbs that had fallen between the seats and the center console, I blew them to an easily accessible spot with a vacuum cleaner and then sucked them up. Having a blower makes cleaning the interior of the car much easier, and it can also be used to blow away water during car washing, saving time during the drying process.
"This is a lifesaver," I thought, referring to the "spot nozzle." It allows me to easily remove dust accumulated in the crevices of my keyboard, my work tool. I was finally able to clean my keyboard, something I'd been putting off, and it made me feel refreshed.
[Summary] Cleaning that you used to put off until "I'll do it next time" becomes "I'll do it now."
Great design, great size, great cleaning power. The "BlastBoss" blower addresses all the important points, and I felt it was a very well-made product . For me, the mechanical tool-like feel and gadget-like quality were the main reasons I was interested in this device, but with its wide variety of pop colors available, I think it will appeal not only to gadget-loving men but also to women.
What I discovered in this review is that this device not only allows you to easily clean up fallen leaves, gravel, and dust that are difficult to pick up with a vacuum cleaner, but it also conveniently adds the "blowing away" cleaning method. As a result, the cleaning range expands significantly. Cleaning places that you tend to put off, such as the tiles in the entrance, the balcony, under the refrigerator, and inside the car, has now become something you want to do "right now . "
I felt there was a knack to directing the airflow, but it's not a problem once you get used to it. I highly recommend adding it to your everyday cleaning tools.
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