Hello RIDGID Customer, Were sorry to learn you dont find this vac satisfactory. Use of this site is subject to certain Terms Of Use. Very light! I was surprised to see how cheap and flimsy this vacuum is made, For a quick clean-up where you don't want to bother with stringing an extension cord, this is an excellent option. 5.0-Peak HP NXT Wet/Dry Shop Vacuum with Filter, Hose and Accessories, 16 Gal. Small enough to move around easily but big enough to actually be useable. You can easily vaccum your car or truck and have the power to suck all the small dirt out as well as the large pieces. Please call us at: 1-800-HOME-DEPOT (1-800-466-3337), Please enter in your email address in the following format: you@domain.com. This vac works great for our needs and takes up a lot less space than the alternative - a full size vac and generator. 5.0-Peak HP NXT Wet/Dry Shop Vacuum with Filter, Hose and Accessories, 1-Layer Standard Pleated Paper Filter for Most 5 Gal. Products shown as available are normally stocked but inventory levels cannot be guaranteed, For screen reader problems with this website, please call 1-800-430-3376 or text 38698 (standard carrier rates apply to texts), It's easy to overlook, but even your vacuum needs a good cleaning now and then, 3 Gal. 3) It doesn't come with a wet filter - which is stupid - so you'll have to but that separately. It lasts 18 minutes with the 5.0aH battery (6 minutes with the 4.0aH). Please call us at: 1-800-HOME-DEPOT (1-800-466-3337), Please enter in your email address in the following format: you@domain.com. Generally I do not submit reviews, however if you are thinking about buying this, just do it, you will not be disappointed. Best. But. I cannot manage one with cords as I cannot plug things in. Very pleased with the both the suction performance and portability of the unit. Although the battery compartment takes two hands to open, great for arthritic people, but a challenge for someone with limited use or strength of hands.CONSTwo handed battery compartment latche, should be one or none. -not as strong as regular dry\wet vacs The suction is great for its size. All Rights Reserved. This vac should have a 110v plug along with the 18v. not the cheap, easy to crush and fold hose that came with my garage vac. Then if you need longer vacuuming time you'll buy two 4Ah batteries if you don't have those ( $169)So if new to Rigid 18v cordless tools, this vaccum $109 $24 $169 = $302 before taxes or shipping. (see picture) Using the large 18v battery I was able to clean my entire truck front and back before the battery went dead. It is a good cordless alternative to their smaller gun trigger version. 2000-2022 Home Depot. Please call us at: 1-800-HOME-DEPOT (1-800-466-3337), Please enter in your email address in the following format: you@domain.com. Please call us at: 1-800-HOME-DEPOT (1-800-466-3337), Please enter in your email address in the following format: you@domain.com. Its Great vacuum, lots of suction, but it does wane downas battery weakens. So, if you have the proper expectations, this vacuum might just fit the bill. It's very nice if you own Ridgid 18v power tools. You can also reverse the hose and turn it into a blower! It is comparable to my home shop vac. Products shown as available are normally stocked but inventory levels cannot be guaranteed, For screen reader problems with this website, please call 1-800-430-3376 or text 38698 (standard carrier rates apply to texts), 3 Gal. tomato can with no problem. 18-Volt Cordless Handheld Wet/Dry Shop Vacuum (Tool Only) with Filter, Expandable Hose and Accessories, 18V Cordless Hand Vacuum (Tool Only) with Crevice Nozzle, Utility Nozzle and Extension Tube, 9 Gal. Its so much easier to store than trying to loop 5 or 6 feet of rigid hose around the base of the vac. Finally we found it. I was pleasantly surprised by the amount of suction power this vac has. 18-Volt Cordless NXT Wet/Dry Shop Vacuum (Tool Only) with Filter Hose and Accessories, 3 Gal. The suction is great for its size. Could you call us at 1-800-474-3443 so we can give you options and recommendations? All Rights Reserved. Use at minimum 4Ah and have a spare. I go through 1.5 - 4Ah batteries. Accompanied attachments are solid quality and effective. It won't even suck in a Home Depot receipt. The power switch is very easily reached from the handle position with flick of a finger. 3.5-Peak HP NXT Wet/Dry Shop Vacuum with Filter, Hose and Accessories, 16 Gal. Great vacuum, lots of suction, but it does wane downas battery weakens. Very pleased with the both the suction performance and portability of the unit. I use this vac to clean up broken tractor window glass, and other shop jobs where cords cannot reach. Need Help? Its also super easy to store and carry around, so its portability is nice. Did all kinds of research, very good value for $$. Now I can vacuum my car without running extension cords through the parking lot, Very powerful unit ,good for car ,rvs ,camping in the shop .. good job. It does use them sorta fast, 5-10 minutes, but it's still worth it! Need Help? Please call us at: 1-800-HOME-DEPOT (1-800-466-3337), Please enter in your email address in the following format: you@domain.com. I agree that the vacuum doesn't last very long but it is much better if you use a 4.0 ah battery. Products shown as available are normally stocked but inventory levels cannot be guaranteed, For screen reader problems with this website, please call 1-800-430-3376 or text 38698 (standard carrier rates apply to texts), Large capacity drum with the freedom of a cordless power tool, Includes (2) 4Ah 18V Lithium-Ion MAX Output batteries, Wet/dry vacuum features the RIDGID lifetime warranty. But if youre considering this as a replacement for a full size electric unit, youll be disappointed. Cons: Even with those batteries attached it is still light enough to hold as you use it and move around, Works great. This is one of the best purchases I have made in a long time. Does excilent tho it drains batteries like crazy and has no options for a plug, Recently moved into an apartment complex. Comes with a 2 inch hose so large as well as small pieces can be sucked up . This is larger than the one we replaced with it, and heavier - but it is also much more powerful. Need Help? 6.0-Peak HP NXT Wet/Dry Shop Vacuum with Fine Dust Filter, Hose, Accessories and Premium Car Cleaning Kit, 9 Gal. Local store prices may vary from those displayed. There is a storage spot near the battery where you can store some accessories. cost.Additional information about battery life see: https://batteryglobe.com/2ah-vs-4ah-battery/. It;s run time has been about 10-12 minutes and I only have the 2.0Ah at the moment. Keep in mind it was infrequent usage and light duty but non the less. The unit is okay if you are nowhere where there's no power but other than that you might as well get out a line voltage Shop-Vac. I bought 2 of the ridged 1 7/8" extension wands to hit the ground so I do not have to bend down and it does a great job. Just so handy, everything stored inside it and ready to work or travelgreat suction and a great fixable hose which makes a big difference when using. ), and over the course of the last few months Ive noticed a bit of a decline in battery life, but nothing major. I was skeptical before I bought this after reading other reviews. 2000-2022 Home Depot. -can fit 1-7/8 diameter accessories I use it to vacuum my cars and a Rigid 10" table saw. Cordless Handheld Wet/Dry Shop Vacuum with 18-Volt Lithium-Ion MAX Output 4.0 Ah Battery and Charger, 9 Gal. This is a great product, just wish it had a better on board storage for the hose. All Rights Reserved. We keep a small shop vac in the house for clean-ups and the "in the house" repair/DIY stuff. Pros: Please call us at: 1-800-HOME-DEPOT (1-800-466-3337), Please enter in your email address in the following format: you@domain.com. However, this vac absolutely tears through a battery I tested it out several times with both of my fully charged X4 batteries and the longest it ever made it in constant use was 4 minutes and 45 seconds. All Rights Reserved. 2000-2022 Home Depot. Not too noisy run time is good on 5ah battery. If they fail they'll replace for FREE..PROSPowerful suction, increased when using vaccum tip as volume of suction is isolated to aa smaller opening.BIG on/off button!Lightweight in and off itself or if using 2Ah, weight increases depending upon your battery used.Easy access to and for changing the battery. And I don't have to be lugging around a bulky vacuum and isn't tethered by a cord. The vacuum power was very surprising, being a cordless battery operated tool. Perfect for the small and large applications for everyday prep work for any size contractor job site and with the 4ah battery you cant go wrong! I have a larger shop vac that works great, but its bulky and isnt particularly convenient to maneuver around the house, especially in tight places which ALWAYS seems to be where you need a shop vac. Again, no dragging cords or finding outlets! This vacuum SUCKS. and has NO cords it's awesome! I can still usually make it through a project on a single charge. 2) The battery compartment is under the hose attachment so its not very convenient for changing out. While I will not be using to clean up major or room-wide cleanups, it has been very useful in during-the-project cleanups or small detail cleanups. I have a 14 month old Ridgid drill & impact driver set that came with two 18v Lithium X4 batteries (I love that set! All Rights Reserved. Local store prices may vary from those displayed. Was hesitant to buy a cordless vac thinking it would not live up to expectations. The first thing I noticed was the hose. Wish I would have bought this long ago. My only complaint other than battery life is a design flaw the way the battery connects causes it to come loose if the unit tips over, which because its so light, can easily happen until you get used to the expandable hose. Use of this site is subject to certain Terms Of Use. Please call us at: 1-800-HOME-DEPOT (1-800-466-3337), Please enter in your email address in the following format: [emailprotected]. Waited until we got one at work (DeWalt) to see if I thought it was a worthwhile purchase. -can fit 9Ah (octane) battery In my case, also able to use my existing 1 1/4" old shop-vac hose and attachments which makes this unit even more versatile. Was always the tedious part of the task. Local store prices may vary from those displayed. and most of the dog hair that I sucked up got clogged in the front of the hose. -can buy the filters at your local Home Depot I really wanted to love this product. Im disappointed with battery life, I have a 3 Ah and 6Ah octane batteries, 3Ah lasts about 7 minutes and 6 Ah goes about 12-15 minutes, I was told the 6 Ah should last 45 minutes by a store associate. Local store prices may vary from those displayed. Your best bet is to go with the big batteries if you want to use it for long periods of time 4ah , 5ah. GREAT TOOL CUT THE CORD!!! -lightweight portable I love to use it to vacuum my wooden steps in my house and clean my electronics. 1) There's no real way to stow the hose ends and they fall off when you're moving it. I had no idea this vacuum existed long ago. -the hose is annoying If you even THINK you need one of these, you probably do! I get about 20 minutes off a 4Ah battery. Had the unit for enough suction for everything I need. This vac works great for our needs and takes up a lot less space than the alternative - a full si Commercial quality vacuum hose, corded power. It's very nice if you own Ridgid 18v power tools. Its convenient to grab quick for a spilled drink or knocked over bucket, too. enough suction for everything I need. Need Help? I LOVE the expandable hose why arent all shop vac hoses made like this?! Battery life is pretty good too!! It easily picked up the usual dirt and debris around the garage and even did a good job removing pet hair from the carpet in the back hatch area of my car. Unfortunately, the major selling feature of this product is also its biggest drawback the fact that its battery operated. I would have given 5 stars, but cons and having to buy larger capacity batteries for those without make it an expensive proposition. Products shown as available are normally stocked but inventory levels cannot be guaranteed, For screen reader problems with this website, please call 1-800-430-3376 or text 38698 (standard carrier rates apply to texts), It's easy to overlook, but even your vacuum needs a good cleaning now and then, 18V Cordless Hand Held Vacuum (Tool Only), 18V Cordless Compact Hand Vacuum Kit with Crevice Nozzle, Utility Nozzle, Extension Tube, 2.0 Ah Battery, Charger, 18V Cordless Hand Vacuum Kit with 2.0 Ah Battery and Charger. It is easy to clean out, and to clean off the filter. Cordless NXT Wet/Dry Shop Vacuum with 18-Volt Lithium-Ion MAX Output 4.0 Ah Battery (2-Pack), 18V Cordless Hand Vacuum (Tool Only) with Additional Replacement Filter, 18V Cordless Hand Vacuum with Crevice Nozzle, Utility Nozzle, Extension Tube, and 2.0 Ah Lithium-Ion Battery, 18V 2.0 Ah Compact Lithium-Ion Batteries (2-Pack) with 18V Cordless Hand Vacuum. Its a keeper! I can see where this will come in handy if you were doing a lot of cut in work and had no power. From the car, to the kitchen to the shop - it can't be beat! Only thing on Dewalt I like better is more attachment/hose holders on it. I love the idea of the vac but for what they charge it should have been made better and have a place to store the attachments, I love it! Local store prices may vary from those displayed. This vac has impressed me since I opened the box. It beats bending down. and Larger RIDGID Wet/Dry Shop Vacuums (2-Pack), 16 Gallon 6.5-Peak HP NXT Wet/Dry Shop Vacuum with Cart, Fine Dust Filter, Hose and Accessories, 14 Gallon 6.0-Peak HP NXT Wet/Dry Shop Vacuum with Fine Dust Filter, Hose and Accessories, 4 Gallon 5.0-Peak HP Portable Wet/Dry Shop Vacuum with Fine Dust Filter, Hose and Accessories, 6 Gal. Need Help? Owned and used Rigid Handheld for about a month now and it meets all of my expectations. I STRONGLY URGE you register online any battery (or ANY Rigid tool) purchase to get their LIFE TIME warranty. 6.5-Peak HP NXT Wet/Dry Shop Vacuum with Detachable Blower, Filter, Hose and Accessories, 14 Gal. Perfect vac for the small jobs I need done. It takes 30-40 minutes for me to vaccum the porch, carpet deck and corners. 6.5-Peak HP NXT Wet/Dry Shop Vacuum with Detachable Blower, Filter, Dust Bags, Hose and Accessories, 4 Gallon 6.0-Peak HP Wet/Dry Shop Vacuum with Detachable Blower, Fine Dust Filter, Hose and Accessories. Very powerful unit ,good for car ,rvs ,camping in the Buy SAFAVIEH Metro Gray/Ivory 8 ft. x 10 ft. Abstract Waves Area Rug, Warm Stone PERFORMANCE ACCESSORIES Laminate Flooring, Shop 12000 BTU 110v Mini Split Air Conditioners, Whynter 14000 - 14999 BTU Air Conditioners, Shop Ralph Lauren Home Decorators Collection Shaw, 12 in. It also has really good suction for something battery operated. I was pleasantly surprised by the amount of suction power this vac has. It does a great job, don't get me wrong, BUT at $99 - $109; you are getting a Rigid motor with hose, hose tips and bottom level filter.You'll find if using it in any living area, you'll want a hepa level filter ( $25). 2000-2022 Home Depot. Use of this site is subject to certain Terms Of Use. Small drawback doesn't have a real compartment to store additional accessories. Thanks, RIDGID, This is one of the best purchases I have made in a long time. I would definitely recommended the bigger batteries for this (4ah and up). 2000-2022 Home Depot. -strong enough suction for car cleaning We use it for our mobile auto detailing services, so the battery power is a must. Just so handy, everything stored in Was hesitant to buy a cordless vac thinking it would not live up to expectations. I use it 5 to 6 times a day 5 to 10 minutes at a time and go through 1 to 2 batteries so have extras! Now, this doesnt make it completely unusable you can pick up a lot in that amount of time, but its certainly not going to be a workhorse, and if your like me and only have two batteries, 10 minutes of vacuuming means you cant use any of your other Ridgid tools until the batteries charge back up. -feels cheap This unit is perfect for those jobs where cords are an added hassle. Having a cordless vac is really a timesaver, we use it at a YMCA to vacuum the dust around the edges of the hallways, and workout studios. This is my third Ridgid cordless Vac. 2 weeks. I used a 4 amp battery and didnt change it for Gray Microfiber Washcloths (48-Pack), Powerful and compact cordless wet dry vacuum, Uses RIDGID 18V battery; battery and charger not included. Products shown as available are normally stocked but inventory levels cannot be guaranteed, For screen reader problems with this website, please call 1-800-430-3376 or text 38698 (standard carrier rates apply to texts), Powerful and compact cordless wet dry vacuum, Includes 4Ah 18V Lithium-Ion MAX Output Battery and Charger, Wet/dry vacuum features the RIDGID lifetime warranty. If you want something portable with good suction to use in spans of 5 minutes or less (maybe a little longer if your batteries are newer), then this is it. All Rights Reserved. If I have a big clean up job I'll either bring out my small corded shop vac or my large rolling shop vac. With that said, everything else about the product is great. Perfect for the small and large applications for everyday prep We keep a small shop vac in the house for clean-ups and the "in the house" repair/DIY stuff. the hose is very strong and resistant to collapsing- like a car wash style vacuum hose. I use 2 extension wands whenever I want to carry it and collect stuff from the floor. With the cordless it makes this part of a project more efficient. Need Help? I was looking at the handheld vacuum from Ridgid thinking this would be too bulky to move around, but it is very light and is not a hassle at all if you have to continuously move it. Use of this site is subject to certain Terms Of Use. Waited until we Works great. 2000-2022 Home Depot. We all have those instances where we work on something for 5 minutes and then have to lug out R2-D2 and plug it in just to clean up. We do locksmith work, so being tidy and thorough is necessary. DeWalt to Rigid comparison: I like the Rigid better for power and the fact the battery is in a enclosed door (easy accessno tools.no brain surgery). The Rigid actually has more power (my opinion only) than the DeWalt. I really just can't brag on it enough and it matches up with my shop as you can see ..Thank You. Had the unit for couple months, achieving ~15 min or more continuous run time with fully charged battery. This is nice and lightweight so if you need to carry it around or move it , it will be a breeze. -comes with my 2 favorite attachments car nozzle and brush and the vacuum can hold it for you Being an owner of quite a few Ridgid tools and already having the batteries it was a no brainer for me. I also plan on using this for service calls and cleaning onsite. I had no idea this vacuum existed long ago. Excellent for cleaning car. I use it as an HVAC tech and its perfect for hard to get to places where dragging a cord around is less than ideal. Battery life is short, especially if you use 2Ah battery. Use of this site is subject to certain Terms Of Use. While this vacuum has more power than other cordless wet/dry vacuums, it is not as powerful as the top of the RIDGID line so for heavy work or large amounts of water we would still recommend a traditional RIDGID Wet/Dry Vac. I really enjoyed the "freedom" on the cordless small vac! Many times you have a small mess and you dont want to drag out your big vac, hose, cord etc. you can just carry this unit out and clean up quick and easy.Comes with the crevice nozzle for getting into tight spaces. Obviously it stops the vacuum immediately and you have to open it up, reconnect it and go back to what you were doing. It's my 'dust buster' on steroids. Products shown as available are normally stocked but inventory levels cannot be guaranteed, For screen reader problems with this website, please call 1-800-430-3376 or text 38698 (standard carrier rates apply to texts), 12 Gal. All Rights Reserved. I like the storage option on the Dewalt shopvac better especially for the hose, but aside from that this is a great addition for your shop, car, or wherever you may need it. I only use it to clean up my work area but I could see this being a contractors best friend. 2000-2022 Home Depot. Use of this site is subject to certain Terms Of Use. Having multiple batteries is helpful, however not essential. overall very happy with this tool! It easily sucks out build up when removing floor trim or from old electrical boxes and the brush ensures you don't damage finished surfaces. Not a huge deal, but something that could have been designed differently to make the battery connect a little more securely. This is my third Ridgid cordless Vac. Its a good size unit, With great suction. No other cordless tool has batteries hidden behind a cover. I would recommend getting either a higher capacity battery or having a few more back-ups. Blow leaves, saw dust and I even use it to dry stuff after cleaning. Products shown as available are normally stocked but inventory levels cannot be guaranteed, For screen reader problems with this website, please call 1-800-430-3376 or text 38698 (standard carrier rates apply to texts), Includes: Extension Tube, Crevice Nozzle & Clip and Floor Nozzle, Includes: 18V Cordless Flexible Dual-Mode LED Work Light, Free Parts and Service for Life with Registration. -needs the diffuser to prevent dirt from flying out of it. Local store prices may vary from those displayed. This is the best quickest option we have found. x 12 in. No cords to trip or drag around! Local store prices may vary from those displayed. Use of this site is subject to certain Terms Of Use.