Shop-Vac 2021005 Specialty
- Specialty
- 6 amps
- 120 watts
- Corded electric, DC
- More reviewed than 83%
Solid buying volume and a mid four star rating back this as a compact cleanup vacuum. It is sized for smaller jobs, not full workshop duty.
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How it ranks among the 273 specialties we track
4.3★ across 1,792 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
1,792 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
700+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 273 specialties we track - how the scorecard works · full specialties data report. Confidence: high - strong rating volume and complete data.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
The Shop-Vac 2021005 Specialty runs on 120 volts at 6 amps with a 120 watt motor, weighs 4 pounds, and measures 8 inches long, 18 inches wide and 10 inches tall. That footprint and weight point to a compact, portable vacuum rather than a full size shop unit.
Shop-Vac's Specialty line generally covers compact, task specific vacuums rather than the brand's larger tank models, and the 4 pound weight and 120 watt motor here fit that lighter category. Buying volume is strong at roughly 700 units in the past month against a 4.3 rating across 1792 reviews, suggesting steady demand for a smaller, grab and go vacuum rather than a full workshop system.
- 4.3 rating from 1792 reviews
- About 700 bought in the past month
- 120 watt motor, 6 amps
- Compact at 4 pounds
Who it's for
Fits anyone who wants a lightweight, portable vacuum for smaller cleanup jobs rather than a full tank shop vacuum. Not the right choice for large debris volumes or continuous heavy duty use, where a bigger motor and tank would serve better.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Strong recent demand, about 700 bought last month
- Compact and light at 4 pounds
- 120 volt standard household power
- 120 watt motor is modest for heavy debris
- 4.3 rating trails some other listings in this batch
- Tank capacity is not listed
Performance notes
A 120 watt motor at 6 amps is modest output, matched to the vacuum's compact 4 pound build. That combination favors quick, portable cleanup over sustained heavy duty pickup.
Specifications
| Brand | Shop-Vac |
|---|---|
| Model | 2021005 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 4 pounds |
| Dimensions | 8 × 18 × 10 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Amperage | 6 amps |
| Motor Power | 120 watts |
| Power Source | Corded electric, DC |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in specialties.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shop-Vac 2021005 SpecialtyThis product | 4.3 / 5 | 1,792 | 4.2 / 5 |
| CRAFTSMAN CMCK200C2 SpecialtyCraftsman | 4.7 / 5 | 8,953 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Worx WX082L.2 SpecialtyWORX | 4.4 / 5 | 18,000 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Stanley SL18116P SpecialtySTANLEY | 4.6 / 5 | 14,157 | 4.5 / 5 |
| DEWALT DCV580H SpecialtyDeWALT | 4.5 / 5 | 8,646 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the Shop-Vac 2021005
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What is the power draw of the Shop-Vac 2021005?
6 amps at 120 volts, with a 120 watt motor.
How much does it weigh?
4 pounds.
What are its dimensions?
8 inches long, 18 inches wide and 10 inches tall, according to the listing.