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Lugging a bulky shop vacuum used to be a slug.
Now you have smaller cordless portable shop vacs that make it much easier.
We’ve put together a quick rundown of some of the top models available on the market.
Here they are…
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Best Cordless Shop Vac 2020
Here's a list of the best cordless shop vacs we found:
1. DEWALT DCV581H Cordless Wet Dry Vacuum
- DEWALT shop vac features cordless or corded operation powered by either an 18V or 20V MAX* battery - or an AC outlet
- HEPA rated wet/dry filter of DEWALT 20V vacuum traps dust with 99.97% efficiency at 0.3 microns
- DEWALT cordless vacuum has easily accessible, washable/reusable filter; tap or water rinse to clean
- Heavy-duty, crush-resistant, fully-integrated 5 ft. (by 1-1/4-inch diameter) hose provides durability, flexibility and ease-of-use
- On-board hose, cord and accessory storage makes the vacuum easy to carry/transport
- 2-Gallon tank capacity provides enough storage to empty a toilet or clogged pipe
2. PORTER-CABLE PCC795B 2 Gallon Cordless Shop Vac
- The cordless shop vac has a powerful suction for quick cleanups
- The PORTER-CABLE vacuum has a portable 2-gallon tank with wet/dry versatility
- The cordless shop vacuum has 7 ft. 8-inch hose with a wraparound storage solution
- Onboard accessory storage for convenience
- Battery and charger sold separately
3. Makita XCV11Z Cordless 2 Gallon HEPA Filter Portable Wet/Dry Vacuum
- Powerful BL Brushless motor delivers 57 CFM and 27 inches water lift of suction using an 18V LXT Lithium Ion battery (battery not included)
- Filter cleaning system is designed to maintain optimum suction efficiency and longer filter life
- Efficient HEPA filter captures 99.97% of particulates. 3 microns and larger
- Up to 60 minutes of continuous run time using an 18V LXT Lithium Ion 5.0 Ah battery BL1850B (battery not included)
- L. E. D. Battery indicator shows charge level for 18V LXT Lithium Ion battery
- The BL Brushless Motor eliminates carbon brushes, enabling the BL Motor to run cooler and more efficiently for longer life
4. Milwaukee 0880-20 18-Volt Cordless Wet/Dry Vacuum
- Works on all Milwaukee 18V slide-on batteries, Li-ion or NiCd
- The powerful motor to provides strong suction and air flow
- The tool box design provides easy transport and storage
- Includes on-board accessory and hose storage
- Features built-in blower port and reusable wet/dry filter
- Ideal for both wet and dry applications
- HEPA rated high efficient filter
5. DEWALT DCV517B Cordless Wet/Dry Portable Vac
- Gore HEPA wet/dry filter of DEWALT cordless vaccum traps 99.97% of dust at 0.3 microns
- Dual clean-up modes of DEWALT 20V vacuum allow for debris removal with either the front utility nozzle or extendable rubber hose
- 1/2 gallon tank with heavy-duty latch is easy to empty and clean
- Washable filter; Tap or water rinse to clean
- Heavy-duty rubber hose provides durability and flexibility
- Large on/off switch that is easy to access with one hand
Any reason Rigid and Ryobi brands didn’t make the list?