DEWALT DXV05S-QT Specialty
- Specialty
- 8 amps
- 960 watts
- Corded electric
- Better rated than 60%
A corded 960 watt DEWALT vacuum drawing 8 amps at 120 volts, with a 4.6 rating across 362 reviews. A dependable pick for job site cleanup from a familiar brand, though tank size is not listed.
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How it ranks among the 273 specialties we track
4.6★ across 362 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
362 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
300+ 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 DEWALT DXV05S-QT is a corded 120 volt tool drawing 8 amps with a 960 watt motor, weighing 16.9 pounds. The DXV model prefix places it in DEWALT's wet or dry vacuum line rather than a general power tool.
DEWALT's DXV series covers wet and dry shop vacuums, and the power figures here, 8 amps and a 960 watt motor on a 120 volt corded connection, match that kind of suction motor rather than a saw or drill. Amazon files this listing under a generic Specialties category with no further description, so tank capacity and accessory contents are not confirmed by the data on hand.
- 960 watt motor
- 120V, 8 amp corded
- 16.9 pounds
- 4.6 rating, 362 reviews
Who it's for
Anyone doing job site or workshop cleanup who wants a corded DEWALT vacuum with a full size motor. Not the right listing for someone who needs tank capacity or hose length confirmed before buying, since those details are not published here.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- 960 watt motor gives strong suction for a corded unit
- No battery to charge, runs as long as it is plugged in
- DEWALT build and brand support
- Tank capacity not listed on this ASIN
- Corded design needs an outlet or extension cord nearby
Performance notes
An 8 amp draw on a 960 watt motor is a meaningful power figure for a shop vacuum, enough to handle debris and standing water without straining. Being corded rather than battery powered means run time is not a concern, at the cost of needing an outlet or extension cord nearby.
Specifications
| Brand | DeWALT |
|---|---|
| Model | DXV05S-QT |
| Amperage | 8 amps |
| Motor Power | 960 watts |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Item Weight | 16.9 pounds |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
Other DeWALT specialties
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in specialties.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEWALT DXV05S-QT SpecialtyThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 362 | 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 |
| Vacmaster VBVB611PF 1101 SpecialtyVacmaster | 4.6 / 5 | 9,012 | 4.4 / 5 |
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Questions about the DeWALT DXV05S-QT
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is the DXV05S-QT a vacuum?
The DXV model prefix and power specs, 120 volts and a 960 watt motor, match DEWALT's wet or dry vacuum line, though the listing category itself is generic.
Does it run on battery?
No, it is corded electric and draws 8 amps at 120 volts.
How much does it weigh?
16.9 pounds.