Name: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695
Brand: Craftsman

Technical Specifications of wet-dry vacuum Craftsman CMXEVBE18695

Overall score

6.5

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Popularity

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.

Performance

5.7

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Power

What it is: The rated electrical input of the vacuum motor.

When it matters: Higher power can help sustain demanding wet and dry cleaning, although suction design also matters.

Importance: HIGH

Variable power

What it is: Whether the vacuum lets you adjust motor or suction power.

When it matters: Power adjustment helps match suction to delicate surfaces, heavy debris, and power-tool use.

Importance: MEDIUM

Capacity

What it is: The amount of liquid or debris the collection tank can hold.

When it matters: A larger tank reduces emptying interruptions during big spills and workshop cleanup.

Importance: HIGH

Noise level

What it is: The sound level produced while the vacuum is running.

When it matters: Lower noise is useful for longer cleaning sessions and work in occupied spaces.

Importance: HIGH

Suction pressure

What it is: The maximum pressure difference the vacuum can generate for suction.

When it matters: Higher suction pressure helps lift dense debris and extract liquid from difficult areas.

Importance: HIGH

Battery

6.5

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Cordless

What it is: Whether the vacuum can run without a mains power cable.

When it matters: Cordless operation improves mobility in cars, stairs, and areas without a nearby outlet.

Importance: MEDIUM

Battery type

What it is: The battery chemistry used by a cordless vacuum.

When it matters: Battery chemistry affects weight, charging behavior, lifespan, and replacement options.

Importance: LOW

Battery runtime

What it is: How long the cordless vacuum can operate on one charge.

When it matters: Longer runtime lets you finish larger jobs without stopping to recharge.

Importance: MEDIUM

Charging time

What it is: The time required to recharge the battery.

When it matters: Faster charging reduces downtime between cleaning sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

Battery voltage

What it is: The nominal voltage of the vacuum battery system.

When it matters: Voltage helps describe the battery platform and its available power class.

Importance: LOW

Design & Mobility

7.4

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Power cable length

What it is: The length of the vacuum's mains power cable.

When it matters: A longer cable increases reach and reduces how often you change outlets.

Importance: MEDIUM

Operating radius

What it is: The total working reach provided by the cable, vacuum body, and hose.

When it matters: A larger radius lets you clean more space without moving the plug or machine.

Importance: MEDIUM

Bagless

What it is: Whether debris is collected directly in a reusable tank instead of a disposable bag.

When it matters: A bagless tank avoids replacement-bag costs and is convenient for wet pickup.

Importance: LOW

Tank material

What it is: The material used for the vacuum's collection tank.

When it matters: Tank material affects durability, corrosion resistance, weight, and ease of cleaning.

Importance: LOW

Power cable holder

What it is: Whether the vacuum has an integrated holder for the power cable.

When it matters: Onboard storage keeps the cable tidy and makes the vacuum easier to carry and store.

Importance: LOW

Filter & Accessories

5.9

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N. of filters

What it is: The number of filtration elements supplied or used by the vacuum.

When it matters: Multiple filters can support different pickup modes or provide staged dust capture.

Importance: MEDIUM

HEPA filter

What it is: Whether the vacuum includes a high-efficiency particulate air filter.

When it matters: HEPA filtration helps capture fine dust and allergens from the exhaust air.

Importance: MEDIUM

Washable filter

What it is: Whether the filter can be cleaned with water and reused.

When it matters: A washable filter can reduce replacement costs and simplify maintenance.

Importance: MEDIUM

Automatic filter cleaning

What it is: Whether the vacuum cleans its filter automatically during operation.

When it matters: Automatic cleaning helps maintain suction during dusty work and reduces maintenance stops.

Importance: MEDIUM

Flexible hose

What it is: Whether a flexible suction hose is included.

When it matters: A flexible hose improves reach and control around furniture, vehicles, and tools.

Importance: LOW

Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 vs the average wet-dry vacuum

Why is Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 better than the average wet-dry vacuum?

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44.81 L/s more airflow
2 L/s more airflow: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 87.3 L/s, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 42.5 L/s.
What it is: The volume of air the vacuum moves through the hose each second.
When it matters: Higher airflow helps collect light, bulky debris and clear larger surfaces quickly.
Importance: HIGH
2 L/s more airflow: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 87.3 L/s, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 42.5 L/s.87.31 L/s vs 42.5 L/s
28.5 mm more hose diameter
2 mm more hose diameter: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 63.5 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 35 mm.
What it is: The internal diameter of the suction hose.
When it matters: A wider hose is less likely to clog on leaves, shavings, and large debris.
Importance: LOW
2 mm more hose diameter: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 63.5 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 35 mm.63.5 mm vs 35 mm
Tank drain
Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has a tank drain, while the average wet-dry vacuum does not.
A tank drain outlet or plug is explicitly provided.
What it is: Whether the tank has a drain for releasing collected liquid.
When it matters: A drain makes it easier to empty a heavy tank without lifting the whole vacuum.
Importance: LOW
Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has a tank drain, while the average wet-dry vacuum does not.
1.25 m more cable length
2 m more cable length: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 6.2 m, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 5 m.
What it is: The length of the vacuum's mains power cable.
When it matters: A longer cable increases reach and reduces how often you change outlets.
Importance: MEDIUM
2 m more cable length: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 6.2 m, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 5 m.6.248 m vs 5 m
1.22 m more operating radius
2 m more operating radius: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 8.2 m, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 7.01 m.
What it is: The total working reach provided by the cable, vacuum body, and hose.
When it matters: A larger radius lets you clean more space without moving the plug or machine.
Importance: MEDIUM
2 m more operating radius: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 8.2 m, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 7.01 m.8.23 m vs 7.01 m
1 L more tank capacity
2 L more tank capacity: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 16 L, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 15 L.
What it is: The amount of liquid or debris the collection tank can hold.
When it matters: A larger tank reduces emptying interruptions during big spills and workshop cleanup.
Importance: HIGH
2 L more tank capacity: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 16 L, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 15 L.16 L vs 15 L
44.81 L/s more airflow
2 L/s more airflow: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 87.3 L/s, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 42.5 L/s.
1 L more tank capacity
2 L more tank capacity: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 16 L, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 15 L.
28.5 mm more hose diameter
2 mm more hose diameter: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 63.5 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 35 mm.
1.25 m more cable length
2 m more cable length: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 6.2 m, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 5 m.
1.22 m more operating radius
2 m more operating radius: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 8.2 m, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 7.01 m.
Tank drain
Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has a tank drain, while the average wet-dry vacuum does not.

Why is Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 worse than the average wet-dry vacuum?

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5 dB more operating noise
2 dB more operating noise: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 82 dB, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 77 dB.
6.5 kPa less suction pressure
2 kPa less suction pressure: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 11.5 kPa, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 18 kPa.
187.2 mm more depth
2 mm more depth: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 534.2 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 347 mm.
255 mm more width
2 mm more width: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 605 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 350 mm.
93.2 mm more height
2 mm more height: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 678.2 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 585 mm.
No HEPA filter
Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 does not have HEPA filtration, while the average wet-dry vacuum has HEPA filtration.
A HEPA filter is explicitly not included.
No universal floor nozzle
Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 does not have a universal floor nozzle, while the average wet-dry vacuum has a universal floor nozzle.
A universal floor nozzle is explicitly not included.
1 fewer filters
2 fewer filters: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 1, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 2.
No crevice nozzle
Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 does not have a crevice nozzle, while the average wet-dry vacuum has a crevice nozzle.
A crevice nozzle or tool is explicitly not included.
No HEPA filter
Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 does not have HEPA filtration, while the average wet-dry vacuum has HEPA filtration.
A HEPA filter is explicitly not included.
What it is: Whether the vacuum includes a high-efficiency particulate air filter.
When it matters: HEPA filtration helps capture fine dust and allergens from the exhaust air.
Importance: MEDIUM
Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 does not have HEPA filtration, while the average wet-dry vacuum has HEPA filtration.
5 dB more operating noise
2 dB more operating noise: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 82 dB, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 77 dB.
What it is: The sound level produced while the vacuum is running.
When it matters: Lower noise is useful for longer cleaning sessions and work in occupied spaces.
Importance: HIGH
2 dB more operating noise: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 82 dB, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 77 dB.82 dB vs 77 dB
6.5 kPa less suction pressure
2 kPa less suction pressure: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 11.5 kPa, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 18 kPa.
What it is: The maximum pressure difference the vacuum can generate for suction.
When it matters: Higher suction pressure helps lift dense debris and extract liquid from difficult areas.
Importance: HIGH
2 kPa less suction pressure: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 11.5 kPa, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 18 kPa.11.5 kPa vs 18 kPa
No universal floor nozzle
Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 does not have a universal floor nozzle, while the average wet-dry vacuum has a universal floor nozzle.
A universal floor nozzle is explicitly not included.
What it is: Whether a floor nozzle for both wet and dry cleaning is included.
When it matters: A universal nozzle reduces accessory changes when moving between dust and spills.
Importance: LOW
Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 does not have a universal floor nozzle, while the average wet-dry vacuum has a universal floor nozzle.
187.2 mm more depth
2 mm more depth: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 534.2 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 347 mm.
What it is: The front-to-back depth of the vacuum body.
When it matters: Less depth can make the vacuum easier to store on shelving or in a small workshop.
Importance: LOW
2 mm more depth: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 534.2 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 347 mm.534.2 mm vs 347 mm
255 mm more width
2 mm more width: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 605 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 350 mm.
What it is: The side-to-side width of the vacuum body.
When it matters: A narrower vacuum is easier to store and maneuver through tight spaces.
Importance: LOW
2 mm more width: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 605 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 350 mm.605 mm vs 350 mm
1 fewer filters
2 fewer filters: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 1, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 2.
What it is: The number of filtration elements supplied or used by the vacuum.
When it matters: Multiple filters can support different pickup modes or provide staged dust capture.
Importance: MEDIUM
2 fewer filters: Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 has 1, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 2.1 vs 2
No crevice nozzle
Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 does not have a crevice nozzle, while the average wet-dry vacuum has a crevice nozzle.
A crevice nozzle or tool is explicitly not included.
What it is: Whether a narrow nozzle for gaps and edges is included.
When it matters: A crevice nozzle reaches corners, seat rails, skirting boards, and tight gaps.
Importance: LOW
Craftsman CMXEVBE18695 does not have a crevice nozzle, while the average wet-dry vacuum has a crevice nozzle.