Shop-Vac 5 Gallon 4.5 Peak HP Wet/Dry Vacuum
- Specialty
- 1450 watts
- Corded electric
- 14.44 pounds
- More reviewed than 66%
A compact, corded wet/dry vacuum with a stainless steel tank and 1450 watt motor, rated 4.4 stars across 648 reviews. Sized for workshop cleanup, not large scale debris.
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How it ranks among the 273 specialties we track
4.4★ across 648 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
648 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
100+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
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Overview
This Shop-Vac is a corded 5 gallon wet/dry vacuum rated at 4.5 peak horsepower, with a stainless steel tank and a 1450 watt, 120 volt motor. It measures about 13.58 by 13.58 by 20 inches, weighs 6.55 kilograms, and holds a 4.4 average across 648 ratings.
Despite sitting under Amazon's Tools category on this listing, this is a shop vacuum, not a hand tool, and the 5 gallon tank size puts it at the smaller end of the wet/dry range, suited to a workbench or garage corner rather than a full renovation cleanup. The stainless steel tank is worth noting since many budget shop vacs use plastic, which can crack or stain over time. At 6.55 kilograms it is light enough to carry one handed between spots.
- 4.5 peak HP, 1450 watt corded motor at 120 volts
- 5 gallon stainless steel tank
- Dimensions: 13.58 x 13.58 x 20 inches
- Item weight: 6.55 kilograms
Who it's for
Works for garage, workshop or small job site cleanup where a compact vacuum that handles both dust and liquid spills is enough, and where a 5 gallon tank means more frequent emptying is acceptable. Not sized for whole house renovation debris or extended continuous use without stopping to empty the tank.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Stainless steel tank resists cracking and staining
- Corded motor gives unlimited runtime near an outlet
- Compact size at 6.55 kilograms is easy to move
- Handles both wet spills and dry debris
- 5 gallon tank needs frequent emptying on bigger jobs
- Corded design limits reach without an extension cord
Performance notes
The 1450 watt, 120 volt motor and 4.5 peak horsepower rating put this in line with typical compact shop vacuums, enough suction for sawdust, spilled liquid and shop debris in short sessions. Being corded means unlimited runtime as long as an outlet is within reach, but the 5 gallon tank will need emptying sooner than larger units during a heavy cleanup.
Specifications
| Brand | Shop-Vac |
|---|---|
| Motor Power | 1450 watts |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Item Weight | 14.44 pounds |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Dimensions | 13.6 × 13.6 × 20 inches |
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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 5 Gallon 4.5 Peak HP Wet/Dry VacuumThis product | 4.4 / 5 | 648 | 4.0 / 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 specialties
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is this Shop-Vac corded or cordless?
Corded. It runs on a 120 volt, 1450 watt motor, so it needs to stay near an outlet.
What size tank does it have?
A 5 gallon stainless steel tank, suited to workshop or garage cleanup rather than large scale debris.
Can it pick up both liquid and dry debris?
Yes, it is built as a wet/dry vacuum for both spilled liquid and dry dust or debris.