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Review on πŸ’ͺ Powerful and Lightweight 4 Gallon 4 HP Wet/Dry Vacuum: Porter-Cable PCX18301-4B Stainless Steel Portable Shop Vacuum with 3-in-1 Function by Sean Copeland

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Quiet, powerful and beautiful.

As the owner of a carpentry shop with six shop vacuums, I feel like I'm the authority on vacuums. I don't understand why 24% of the reviews are negative because this vacuum cleaner is the quietest of the six I own and the suction power is very satisfactory considering its size. Some people complain about the ten foot cord length, which can be remedied with a six dollar 25 foot extension cord. I get around this problem by buying 16ft aftermarket hoses for about $40. My fine vacuum came with one and I prefer to move the hose than the vacuum. I usually only use bags when using my Hepa vacuums to pick up nasty things like mouse droppings, lead paint residue and asbestos as they are expensive in everyday vacuuming. But I've seen five $15 bags that match this vacuum at Revain, which seems reasonable to me. Precise filter is stupid. It pays to think outside the box from time to time.

Pros
  • High test scores for hold and durability
Cons
  • Not as thick as others