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DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac Review | 43 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£120
Avg. price in US: ~$100
Suction pressure: 12.45 kPa
Capacity: 6 L
Power: ?
Noise level: 77 dB
Weight: 6.7 kg

DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac 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.

6.7

Good

6.0

Good

9.6

Exceptional

5.0
Car cleaning
Score components:
30.0%
6.8
Weight
25.0%
4.0
Cordless
25.0%
3.2
Suction pressure
20.0%
5.5
Noise level
4.7
Workshop & garage
Score components:
30.0%
?
Rated motor power
25.0%
2.7
Capacity
25.0%
4.0
Power tool socket
20.0%
3.2
Suction pressure
5.1
Professional use
Score components:
30.0%
?
Rated motor power
30.0%
3.2
Suction pressure
25.0%
2.7
Capacity
15.0%
6.8
Weight

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Best rankings

#88 in Best Professional Wet-Dry Vacuums
#90 in Best Wet-Dry Vacuums for Workshops and Garages
#106 in Best Wet-Dry Vacuums
#128 in Best Wet-Dry Vacuums for Cars

Verdict

The DEWALT 6-Gallon Poly Wet/Dry Vacuum (Model DXV06P) is a portable utility shop vacuum powered by a 4.0 peak horsepower motor delivering an 85 CFM airflow through a 1.875-inch diameter, 7-foot hose. Built with a durable poly collection tank, a 10-foot power cord with integrated cord wrap, and a large water-resistant on/off switch, this 120V corded model weighing approximately 14.7 pounds handles heavy-duty workshop cleanup, liquid extraction via an integrated tank drain, and inflation tasks using its built-in blower port. Main advantages include its powerful suction capacity for a compact size, smooth maneuverability on 360-degree swiveling rubberized casters, and convenient tool organization from an onboard accessory bag. However, notable drawbacks include a relatively short power cord that limits overall reach, a bulky hose configuration that makes tight car interior detailing difficult, and a makeshift single-strap hose storage design that allows it to dangle awkwardly during transport.

Technical Specifications of wet-dry vacuum DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac

Overall score

6.7

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Performance

4.9

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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

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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

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Design & Mobility

6.5

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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

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Filter & Accessories

7.2

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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

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DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac vs the average wet-dry vacuum

Why is DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac better than the average wet-dry vacuum?

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13 mm more hose diameter
2 mm more hose diameter: DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has 48 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: DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has 48 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 35 mm.48 mm vs 35 mm
Tank drain
DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac 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
DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has a tank drain, while the average wet-dry vacuum does not.
More durable tank material
DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac uses a more suitable tank material than the average wet-dry vacuum.
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
DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac uses a more suitable tank material than the average wet-dry vacuum.polypropylene vs plastic
20% higher user score
DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has a higher user score than the average wet-dry vacuum (9.6 vs 8).
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.
DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has a higher user score than the average wet-dry vacuum (9.6 vs 8).9.6 vs 8
70.6% more popular
DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac is more popular than the average wet-dry vacuum (10 vs 5.863).
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.
DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac is more popular than the average wet-dry vacuum (10 vs 5.863).10 vs 5.86
8.3% cheaper
DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac is cheaper than the average wet-dry vacuum (£120 vs £130).
DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac is cheaper than the average wet-dry vacuum (£120 vs £130).£120 vs £130
13 mm more hose diameter
2 mm more hose diameter: DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has 48 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 35 mm.
More durable tank material
DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac uses a more suitable tank material than the average wet-dry vacuum.
Tank drain
DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has a tank drain, while the average wet-dry vacuum does not.

Design & Mobility

Filter & Accessories

Why is DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac worse than the average wet-dry vacuum?

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5.55 kPa less suction pressure
2 kPa less suction pressure: DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has 12.5 kPa, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 18 kPa.
9 L less tank capacity
2 L less tank capacity: DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has 6 L, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 15 L.
4.74 L/s less airflow
2 L/s less airflow: DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has 37.8 L/s, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 42.5 L/s.
1.95 m less cable length
2 m less cable length: DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has 3 m, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 5 m.
1.03 kg more weight
2 kg more weight: DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has 6.7 kg, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 5.67 kg.
1.83 m less operating radius
2 m less operating radius: DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has 5.2 m, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 7.01 m.
73 mm more depth
2 mm more depth: DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has 420 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 347 mm.
8035.8 cm³ more external volume
2 cm³ more external volume: DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has 81760 cm³, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 73724.2 cm³.
No HEPA filter
DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac does not have HEPA filtration, while the average wet-dry vacuum has HEPA filtration.
A HEPA filter is explicitly not included.
No HEPA filter
DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac 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
DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac does not have HEPA filtration, while the average wet-dry vacuum has HEPA filtration.
5.55 kPa less suction pressure
2 kPa less suction pressure: DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has 12.5 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: DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has 12.5 kPa, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 18 kPa.12.45 kPa vs 18 kPa
1.95 m less cable length
2 m less cable length: DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has 3 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 less cable length: DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has 3 m, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 5 m.3.048 m vs 5 m
1.03 kg more weight
2 kg more weight: DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has 6.7 kg, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 5.67 kg.
What it is: The total mass of the vacuum.
When it matters: Lower weight makes carrying, stair cleaning, and transport easier.
Importance: HIGH
2 kg more weight: DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has 6.7 kg, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 5.67 kg.6.7 kg vs 5.67 kg
9 L less tank capacity
2 L less tank capacity: DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has 6 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 less tank capacity: DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has 6 L, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 15 L.6 L vs 15 L
1.83 m less operating radius
2 m less operating radius: DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has 5.2 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 less operating radius: DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has 5.2 m, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 7.01 m.5.182 m vs 7.01 m
73 mm more depth
2 mm more depth: DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has 420 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: DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has 420 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 347 mm.420 mm vs 347 mm
4.74 L/s less airflow
2 L/s less airflow: DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has 37.8 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 less airflow: DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac has 37.8 L/s, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 42.5 L/s.37.76 L/s vs 42.5 L/s

Design & Mobility

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Third-party reviews

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(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac?

Quiet operation compared to other standard shop vacuums
Compact and lightweight design makes it highly portable and easy to store
Smooth-rolling, durable rubberized caster wheels for excellent maneuverability
Sufficient suction power for everyday light-to-medium workshop and garage messes
Generous selection of included attachments and specialized nozzles
Convenient built-in blower port functionality
Sturdy construction quality consistent with the brand's reputation

What customers dislike about DEWALT 6 gallon poly wet/dry vac?

Hose storage design could be improved and lacks an integrated wrap system
The vacuum hose is somewhat heavy, which can cause nozzles to occasionally pop loose during use
Suction power may feel underwhelming for heavy-duty tasks like vacuuming large wood chips or thick jobsite debris
Supplied disposable dust bags can feel oversized or awkward to fit inside the 6-gallon tank
Hose lacks a swivel end, which can hinder fluid movement with certain attachments
Lacks dedicated, secure onboard slots for accessory organization aside from the mesh bag

Expert reviews

vacuwiz.com

21/07/2026

Summary of the review

DEWALT 6 Gallon Shop Vacuum Review: Quiet Wet/Dry Vac

The Vacuwiz review rates the DEWALT 6-Gallon Shop Vacuum a 7.5 out of 10, highlighting it as a capable, quiet, and highly mobile unit suitable for homeowners and DIYers dealing with light to medium messes. While praised for smooth-swiveling casters and lightweight design, the vacuum is limited by moderate suction, making it unsuitable for heavy industrial debris. Additional drawbacks noted include inefficient strap-based accessory storage and a 1-7/8 inch hose that may feel unwieldy during detailed cleaning.

bobvila.com

03/07/2023

Summary of the review

DeWalt Wet/Dry Vac Review: Is it Worth It? - Tested by Bob Vila

The Bob Vila review highlights the DeWalt 6-Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum as a capable, AC-powered unit featuring a powerful 5-horsepower motor, a flexible 20-foot hose, and an efficient sound-diffusing design. While praised for its intense suction and compact storage, the vacuum's limitations include a lack of casters for mobility, a smaller tank capacity, and reliance on a corded power source.

dewalt.ca

21/05/2018

Summary of the review

Official Specifications for DEWALT DXV06P 6 Gallon 4 HP Portable Wet/Dry Vacuum

Based on comprehensive customer and professional feedback from regional evaluation sources such as REVIEWS.io, DEWALT Canada continues to maintain its standard for manufacturing sturdy, highly capable, and innovative cordless machinery tailored for construction professionals and heavy-duty DIY tasks. Proponents highlight the exceptional high-torque output of the 20V Max platform, the immense power of the 60V FlexVolt ecosystem, and the ergonomic design improvements like anti-vibration features on newer tools. However, considerable user criticism focuses heavily on unacceptably slow repair turnaround times at regional Canadian service centres, alongside recurring complaints about rigid warranty denials and unresponsive customer support. Additionally, consumers should remain alert regarding an uptick in convincing but fraudulent clone websites utilizing social media ads to target unsuspecting buyers.

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