No one likes to do dirty jobs—especially wet, dirty, and dusty ones. But having a good commercial vacuum (also known as a wet-dry vacuum) can make almost any job a clutter-free one.
To find the best wet-dry vacuums, we tested popular models in our own home, looking for vacuums that would effectively clean a variety of debris and surfaces, have the maneuverability and ease of use.
We also spoke to Scott Morgan, power tool supervisor at Kenyon Noble Lumber & Hardware in Bozeman, Montana, and Rob Lemke, tool department supervisor at Owenhouse ACE Hardware, for expert advice.
After six months of testing, this DeWalt wet-dry vacuum is perfect and our top pick. It handles just about anything: dust, leaves, spider webs, garage debris, even clogged gutters.
The only minor issue was that it struggled to remove dog hair from low-pile carpets, but even some pet-specific vacuums can be a pain the first time around. We found the 7-foot hose to be flexible and sturdy, and the 10-foot power cord allowed us to reach everywhere we needed to clean.
It took us just 10 minutes to assemble thanks to the clear instructions, and only a screwdriver was needed to attach the wheels.
We loved the extension pole and versatile vacuum attachments, which helped us easily clean the tightest nooks and crannies, as well as the storage bag that came with it. The 9-gallon capacity was more than adequate, and it was easy to empty and clean.
We found the noise level to be average for its size and suction power, with the only design flaw being the storage of the hose.
The rubber lock that connects the hose to the main body of the vacuum causes the hose to wobble a bit, and there’s limited space under the handle where the nozzle should be. Still, we liked that the hose wraps securely around the main body of the canister for easy storage.
Capacity: 9 gallons
Hose length: 7 feet
Weight: 22 pounds
CFM: 90
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