Kärcher - Window Vac WV 5 Plus

Condensation on windows is one of those mundane household problems that compounds quietly — water tracks down glass, pools on frames, warps wooden sills, and encourages mould. The Kärcher WV 5 Plus addresses this directly with a squeegee-and-vacuum system that lifts moisture off the surface rather than smearing it, leaving glass dry in a single pass. What sets it apart from the budget window vacs is its edge guidance system, a small physical rail that keeps the head flush against window frames so you're not leaving a damp strip along the border — the part where mould typically takes hold first.

Who Is This For?

This is a practical tool for homeowners dealing with persistent condensation in kitchens, bathrooms, or older single-glazed properties where morning moisture is a daily reality. It also earns its keep after shower cleaning or wiping down tiled surfaces. If you're after something purely for the occasional streak-free mirror polish, a microfibre cloth costs two pounds and will serve you just as well — don't spend sixty on this for that use case alone.

What Buyers Say

Owners of the WV 5 Plus consistently praise the battery life and the capacity of the dirty-water reservoir, which is meaningfully larger than earlier models and reduces the number of times you're emptying mid-task. The most recurring gripe is that the charging cable is proprietary, so if you lose it, replacement is an irritating extra cost, and a few users find the squeegee blade needs replacing sooner than expected with heavy daily use.

The Deal

Currently priced at £59.99, down from £89.99, that's a £30 saving at 33% off. This product is newly tracked on our site, so we have no historical price data to confirm whether £89.99 is a genuine regular retail price or an inflated anchor — it's worth a quick cross-check before committing. If the price holds up elsewhere, this is a reasonable entry point for a reliable bit of Kärcher kit; if not, add it to your watchlist and let the history build. For more home cleaning options worth your attention, see our best home cleaning deals guide.