Wet Dry Vacuum Comparison
Wet Dry Vacuum Comparison Guide
If you are getting ready to purchase a wet-dry vacuum, this comparison may help you. Your final decision may be based upon the size of the unit, accessories included and price. For the most part, wet-dry vacuums are fairly simple . They have minimal moving parts. The electric motor and air impeller represent the primary mechanical components. Yes, I know the caster type wheels move as well, but they are simple moving parts.
To the best of my knowledge, there are really only two major players in the wet-dry vacuum business. They are Ridgid Tool Company and Shop-Vac. There are three other companies, Clarke Industries, Dayton Electric Manufacturing Co., and Fein Power Tools. My guess is that they will be a surprise to you as they were to me. I have never seen one of these vacs. Here is how you can contact each company for literature:
- Clarke Industries
800-253-0367 - Dayton Electric Mfg Co.
847-647-0124 - Fein Power Tools
800-441-9878 - Ridgid Tool Company
888-4-RIDGID - Shop-Vac
717-326-0502
| Mfr. | Model # | Peak HP | Capacity | Drain Plug | Warranty |
| Ridgid | WD 1245 | 5.0 | 12 gal | Yes | Lifetime |
| Ridgid | WD 1665 | 6.0 | 16 gal | Yes | Lifetime |
| Ridgid | WD 1850 | 6.5 | 16 gal | Yes | Lifetime |
| Ridgid | WD 5500 | 5.0 | 5 gal | Yes | Lifetime |
| Shop-Vac | 925-40-10 | 4.0 | 10 gal | Yes | 1 year |
| Shop-Vac | 925-41-10 | 5.0 | 12 gal | Yes | 1 year |
| Shop-Vac | 925-63-10 | 6.0 | 12 gal | Yes | 1 year |
| Shop-Vac | 925-46-10 | 6.5 | 15 gal | Yes | 1 year |
Click here to watch a video on two types of wet dry shop vacuums.
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