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Craftsman CMXEVBE18595 Review | 43 Data compared

Avg. price:~£150Suction pressure:14.95 kPaCapacity:16 LPower:?Noise level:72 dBWeight:11.79 kg

Craftsman CMXEVBE18595 Review: Compare 43 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category and whether it is worth buying.

6.6

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components

80%

6.4

Technical score

20%

7.4

User score

▼Worse than 52% of wet-dry-vacuums
6.4

Technical score

Technical score
6.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category across these key areas: Performance, Battery, Design & Mobility, Filter & Accessories.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 50% of models
Score components

40%

7.4

Performance

22%

6.5

Design & Mobility

20%

6.4

Filter & Accessories

18%

4.0

Battery

▲Better than 50% of wet-dry-vacuums
7.4

User score

User score
7.4/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

5.1

Number of reviews

Based on 44 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
▼Worse than 88% of wet-dry-vacuums
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Best prices

    N/A~ £150

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Technical Specifications of wet-dry vacuum Craftsman CMXEVBE18595

Technical score
Technical score
6.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category across these key areas: Performance, Battery, Design & Mobility, Filter & Accessories.
When it matters
When you want to compare products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 50% of models
Score components:

40%

7.4

Performance

22%

6.5

Design & Mobility

20%

6.4

Filter & Accessories

18%

4.0

Battery

6.4
User score
User score
7.4/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category.
When it matters
When you want to know how products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

5.1

Number of reviews

Based on 44 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
7.4
Popularity
Popularity
5.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category.
When it matters
When you prefer products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 60% of models
Popularity:
Craftsman CMXEVBE18595 has a popularity score of 5.1 points, which is lower than 59.9% of products in this category.
5.1
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category with their prices.
When it matters
When you are comparing products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 53% of models
Score components:

60%

6.6

Overall score

40%

9.7

Price

7.5
Power
?
Variable power
no
Variable power
no
▼ Worse than 35% of models
This wet-dry vacuum does not have adjustable suction power. This feature is present on 35% of wet-dry vacuums.
Capacity
16 L
Capacity
16 L
▲ Better than 51% of models
Market range: <0.7 L – >30 L
This wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 16 L, which is larger than that of 51.5% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 2% of wet-dry vacuums.
Noise level
72 dB
Noise level
72 dB
▲ Better than 82% of models
Market range: <70 dB – >80 dB
This wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 72 dB, which is lower than that of 81.6% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 5.8% of wet-dry vacuums.
Suction pressure
14.95 kPa
Suction pressure
14.95 kPa
▼ Worse than 82% of models
Market range: <11.5 kPa – >24 kPa
This wet-dry vacuum has a suction pressure of 14.95 kPa, which is lower than that of 82.2% of wet-dry vacuums.
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Cordless
no
Cordless
no
▼ Worse than 30% of models
This wet-dry vacuum requires a power cord. This feature is present on 29.6% of wet-dry vacuums.
Battery type
N/A
Battery runtime
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Battery voltage
N/A
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Power cable length
6.096 m
Power cable length
6.096 m
▲ Better than 84% of models
Market range: <3 m – >7.5 m
This wet-dry vacuum has a power cable measuring 6.096 m, which is longer than that of 83.7% of wet-dry vacuums and the same length as that of 2.1% of wet-dry vacuums.
Operating radius
8.23 m
Operating radius
8.23 m
▲ Better than 74% of models
Market range: <4.5 m – >10 m
This wet-dry vacuum has an operating radius of 8.23 m, which is larger than that of 74.3% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 1.4% of wet-dry vacuums.
Bagless
yes
Bagless
yes
▲ Better than 34% of models
This wet-dry vacuum is bagless. This feature is present on 66.5% of wet-dry vacuums.
Tank material
polypropylene
Tank material
polypropylene
▲ Better than 59% of models
This wet-dry vacuum uses polypropylene for its tank, which is more durable than the tank materials used by 58.9% of wet-dry vacuums and comparable in durability to those used by 8.9% of them.
Power cable holder
yes
Power cable holder
yes
▲ Better than 35% of models
This wet-dry vacuum has a holder for the power cord. This feature is present on 65.5% of wet-dry vacuums.
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N. of filters
1
N. of filters
1
▼ Worse than 76% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This wet-dry vacuum has 1 filters, fewer than 75.7% of wet-dry vacuums and the same number as 24.3% of wet-dry vacuums.
HEPA filter
no
HEPA filter
no
▼ Worse than 42% of models
This wet-dry vacuum does not include a HEPA filter. This feature is present on 41.9% of wet-dry vacuums.
Washable filter
yes
Washable filter
yes
▲ Better than 8% of models
This wet-dry vacuum includes a washable filter. This feature is present on 92% of wet-dry vacuums.
Automatic filter cleaning
no
Automatic filter cleaning
no
▼ Worse than 9% of models
This wet-dry vacuum does not have automatic filter cleaning. This feature is present on 9.4% of wet-dry vacuums.
Flexible hose
yes
Flexible hose
yes
▲ Better than 27% of models
This wet-dry vacuum includes a flexible hose. This feature is present on 72.9% of wet-dry vacuums.
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Craftsman CMXEVBE18595 vs the average wet-dry vacuum

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryDesign & MobilityFilter & Accessories
  • 44.81 L/s more airflow
    Airflow
    87.31 L/s
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <25 L/s – >70 L/s
    This wet-dry vacuum delivers an airflow of 87.3 L/s; the average wet-dry vacuum delivers an airflow of 42.5 L/s.
    87.31 L/s vs 42.5 L/s
  • Suitable for ash pickup
    Ash suction capability
    yes
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum supports ash pickup; the average wet-dry vacuum does not support ash pickup.
  • 4 dB less operating noise
    Noise level
    72 dB
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <70 dB – >80 dB
    This wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 72 dB; the average wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 76 dB.
    72 dB vs 76 dB
  • 28.5 mm more hose diameter
    Suction hose diameter
    63.5 mm
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <31.75 mm – >47.625 mm
    This wet-dry vacuum has a suction hose diameter of 63.5 mm; the average wet-dry vacuum has a suction hose diameter of 35 mm.
    63.5 mm vs 35 mm
  • Tank drain
    Drainage pipe
    yes
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum includes a drainage pipe; the average wet-dry vacuum does not include a drainage pipe.
  • Upholstery nozzle
    Upholstery nozzle
    yes
    ▲ Better than 83% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum includes an upholstery nozzle; the average wet-dry vacuum does not include an upholstery nozzle.
  • Soft brush
    Soft brush
    yes
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum includes a soft brush; the average wet-dry vacuum does not include a soft brush.
  • 1.1 m more cable length
    Power cable length
    6.096 m
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <3 m – >7.5 m
    This wet-dry vacuum has a power cable measuring 6.1 m; the average wet-dry vacuum has a power cable measuring 5 m.
    6.096 m vs 5 m
  • 44.81 L/s more airflow
    Airflow
    87.31 L/s
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <25 L/s – >70 L/s
    This wet-dry vacuum delivers an airflow of 87.3 L/s; the average wet-dry vacuum delivers an airflow of 42.5 L/s.
    87.31 L/s vs 42.5 L/s
  • Suitable for ash pickup
    Ash suction capability
    yes
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum supports ash pickup; the average wet-dry vacuum does not support ash pickup.
  • 4 dB less operating noise
    Noise level
    72 dB
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <70 dB – >80 dB
    This wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 72 dB; the average wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 76 dB.
    72 dB vs 76 dB
  • 1 L more tank capacity
    Capacity
    16 L
    ▲ Better than 51% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >30 L
    This wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 16 L; the average wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 15 L.
    16 L vs 15 L
  • 28.5 mm more hose diameter
    Suction hose diameter
    63.5 mm
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <31.75 mm – >47.625 mm
    This wet-dry vacuum has a suction hose diameter of 63.5 mm; the average wet-dry vacuum has a suction hose diameter of 35 mm.
    63.5 mm vs 35 mm
  • 1.1 m more cable length
    Power cable length
    6.096 m
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <3 m – >7.5 m
    This wet-dry vacuum has a power cable measuring 6.1 m; the average wet-dry vacuum has a power cable measuring 5 m.
    6.096 m vs 5 m
  • 1.03 m more operating radius
    Operating radius
    8.23 m
    ▲ Better than 74% of models
    Market range: <4.5 m – >10 m
    This wet-dry vacuum has an operating radius of 8.2 m; the average wet-dry vacuum has an operating radius of 7.2 m.
    8.23 m vs 7.2 m
  • More durable tank material
    Tank material
    polypropylene
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum has a tank made of polypropylene; the average wet-dry vacuum has a tank made of plastic.
    polypropylene vs plastic
  • Tank drain
    Drainage pipe
    yes
    ▲ Better than 70% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum includes a drainage pipe; the average wet-dry vacuum does not include a drainage pipe.
  • Upholstery nozzle
    Upholstery nozzle
    yes
    ▲ Better than 83% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum includes an upholstery nozzle; the average wet-dry vacuum does not include an upholstery nozzle.
  • Soft brush
    Soft brush
    yes
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum includes a soft brush; the average wet-dry vacuum does not include a soft brush.
  • 2.07x heavier
    Weight
    11.79 kg
    ▼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <3.79 kg – >9.1 kg
    40% heavier: this wet-dry vacuum is heavier than the average wet-dry vacuum (11.8 kg vs 5.7 kg).
    11.79 kg vs 5.7 kg
  • 3.05 kPa less suction pressure
    Suction pressure
    14.95 kPa
    ▼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <11.5 kPa – >24 kPa
    This wet-dry vacuum has a suction pressure of 15 kPa; the average wet-dry vacuum has a suction pressure of 18 kPa.
    14.95 kPa vs 18 kPa
  • No universal floor nozzle
    Universal floor nozzle
    no
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum does not include a universal floor nozzle; the average wet-dry vacuum includes a universal floor nozzle.
  • 1 fewer filters
    N. of filters
    1
    ▼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This wet-dry vacuum has fewer filters than the average wet-dry vacuum (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • No crevice nozzle
    Flat crevice nozzle
    no
    ▼ Worse than 73% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum does not include a flat crevice nozzle; the average wet-dry vacuum includes a flat crevice nozzle.
  • 7.7% lower user score
    User score
    7.4/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
    Score distribution
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Craftsman CMXEVBE18595
    the average wet-dry vacuum
    Craftsman CMXEVBE18595 has a lower user score than the average wet-dry vacuum (7.42 vs 8.000).
    7.42 vs 8
  • 27.8% less popular
    Craftsman CMXEVBE18595 is less popular than the average wet-dry vacuum (5.15 vs 6.6).
    5.15 vs 6.58
  • 15.4% more expensive
    Craftsman CMXEVBE18595 is more expensive than the average wet-dry vacuum (£150 vs £130).
    £150 vs £130
  • 7.7% lower user score
    User score
    7.4/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.
    Score distribution
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Craftsman CMXEVBE18595
    the average wet-dry vacuum
    Craftsman CMXEVBE18595 has a lower user score than the average wet-dry vacuum (7.42 vs 8.000).
    7.42 vs 8
  • 27.8% less popular
    Craftsman CMXEVBE18595 is less popular than the average wet-dry vacuum (5.15 vs 6.6).
    5.15 vs 6.58
  • 15.4% more expensive
    Craftsman CMXEVBE18595 is more expensive than the average wet-dry vacuum (£150 vs £130).
    £150 vs £130
  • 3.05 kPa less suction pressure
    Suction pressure
    14.95 kPa
    ▼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <11.5 kPa – >24 kPa
    This wet-dry vacuum has a suction pressure of 15 kPa; the average wet-dry vacuum has a suction pressure of 18 kPa.
    14.95 kPa vs 18 kPa
  • 2.07x heavier
    Weight
    11.79 kg
    ▼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <3.79 kg – >9.1 kg
    40% heavier: this wet-dry vacuum is heavier than the average wet-dry vacuum (11.8 kg vs 5.7 kg).
    11.79 kg vs 5.7 kg
  • No universal floor nozzle
    Universal floor nozzle
    no
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum does not include a universal floor nozzle; the average wet-dry vacuum includes a universal floor nozzle.
  • 1 fewer filters
    N. of filters
    1
    ▼ Worse than 76% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This wet-dry vacuum has fewer filters than the average wet-dry vacuum (1 vs 2).
    1 vs 2
  • No crevice nozzle
    Flat crevice nozzle
    no
    ▼ Worse than 73% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum does not include a flat crevice nozzle; the average wet-dry vacuum includes a flat crevice nozzle.

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Craftsman 16-Gallon Review | Tested & Rated - TechGearLab

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Based on 44 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Craftsman CMXEVBE18595

  • Exceptional and class-leading suction power driven by the 6.5 Peak HP motor
  • Generous 16-gallon tank capacity suitable for large job sites and heavy-duty messes
  • Dual-Flex hose design provides great 180-degree mobility and effectively resists kinking
  • Convenient built-in rear blower port for clearing leaves, grass, and outdoor debris
  • Oversized drain plug allows for fast and hassle-free emptying of liquids
  • Generous assortment of included accessories like extension wands, car, wet, and utility nozzles
  • Easy-to-use Qwik Lock filter system for quick, toolless filter changes

What we don't like about Craftsman CMXEVBE18595

  • High operating noise levels typical of heavy-duty shop vacuums
  • The 7-foot included hose can feel somewhat short for managing larger areas without moving the base
  • Flimsy feel on plastic components like the tank latches and lid seals over long-term use
  • The unit is bulky and heavy to transport or lift when filled with debris or water
  • Does not include a dedicated crevice tool in the standard package, which must be purchased separately

Verdict

The Craftsman CMXEVBE18595 is a corded electric, heavy-duty canister wet-dry vacuum featuring a 16-gallon capacity polypropylene tank and a powerful 6.5 peak HP motor operating at 12 amps, 120 volts, and 1440 watts. It is equipped with a 7-foot by 2.5-inch diameter Pos-I-Lock Dual-Flex hose designed to resist kinking, a 20-foot power cord, built-in onboard accessory storage, a rear blower port for yard debris, and an extra-large built-in drain for rapid liquid disposal. Key advantages include its exceptional 176 CFM suction capability, a convenient Qwik Lock Filter Fastening System for tool-less cartridge filter swaps, and smooth-rolling casters for enhanced portability. However, its main disadvantages are its substantial, bulky size, a heavier weight of approximately 26 pounds when empty, and a relatively high operating noise level reaching 72 decibels.

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