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DEWALT DXV20S Review | 43 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110Suction pressure:15 kPaCapacity:20 LPower:1050 WNoise level:80 dBWeight:5.1 kg

DEWALT DXV20S 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.

5.8

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 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 88% of models
Score components

80%

5.8

Technical score

20%

?

User score

▼Worse than 88% of wet-dry-vacuums
5.8

Technical score

Technical score
5.8/ 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
▼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components

40%

5.0

Performance

22%

6.7

Design & Mobility

20%

8.2

Filter & Accessories

18%

4.0

Battery

▼Worse than 75% of wet-dry-vacuums
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User score

User score
8.0/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Best prices

    N/A~ £110

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Technical Specifications of wet-dry vacuum DEWALT DXV20S

Technical score
Technical score
5.8/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components:

40%

5.0

Performance

22%

6.7

Design & Mobility

20%

8.2

Filter & Accessories

18%

4.0

Battery

5.8
User score
User score
8.0/ 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 78% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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 99% of models
Popularity:
DEWALT DXV20S has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 71.8% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 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 86% of models
Score components:

60%

5.8

Overall score

40%

9.9

Price

7.1
Power
1,050 W
Power
1,050 W
▼ Worse than 55% of models
Market range: <220 W – >1.5k W
This wet-dry vacuum has a power output of 1,050 W, which is lower than that of 55.2% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 2.9% of wet-dry vacuums.
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
20 L
Capacity
20 L
▲ Better than 58% of models
Market range: <0.7 L – >30 L
This wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 20 L, which is larger than that of 57.9% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 15.4% of wet-dry vacuums.
Noise level
80 dB
Noise level
80 dB
▼ Worse than 78% of models
Market range: <70 dB – >80 dB
This wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 80 dB, which is higher than that of 77.9% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 14.2% of wet-dry vacuums.
Suction pressure
15 kPa
Suction pressure
15 kPa
▼ Worse than 77% of models
Market range: <11.5 kPa – >24 kPa
This wet-dry vacuum has a suction pressure of 15 kPa, which is lower than that of 77.2% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 4.4% 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
3.05 m
Power cable length
3.05 m
▼ Worse than 78% of models
Market range: <3 m – >7.5 m
This wet-dry vacuum has a power cable measuring 3.05 m, which is shorter than that of 78% of wet-dry vacuums and the same length as that of 4.3% of wet-dry vacuums.
Operating radius
6.2 m
Operating radius
6.2 m
▼ Worse than 64% of models
Market range: <4.5 m – >10 m
This wet-dry vacuum has an operating radius of 6.2 m, which is smaller than that of 63.6% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 0.7% of wet-dry vacuums.
Bagless
no
Bagless
no
▼ Worse than 67% of models
This wet-dry vacuum uses a dust bag. This feature is present on 66.5% of wet-dry vacuums.
Tank material
stainless steel
Tank material
stainless steel
▲ Better than 69% of models
This wet-dry vacuum uses stainless steel for its tank, which is more durable than the tank materials used by 68.8% of wet-dry vacuums and comparable in durability to those used by 31.2% 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
2
N. of filters
2
▲ Better than 25% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This wet-dry vacuum has 2 filters, more than 24.8% of wet-dry vacuums and the same number as 56.4% of wet-dry vacuums.
HEPA filter
yes
HEPA filter
yes
▲ Better than 58% of models
This wet-dry vacuum includes 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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DEWALT DXV20S vs the average wet-dry vacuum

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryDesign & MobilityFilter & Accessories
  • Includes a HEPA filter
    HEPA filter
    yes
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum includes a HEPA filter; the average wet-dry vacuum does not include a HEPA filter.
  • 13 mm more hose diameter
    Suction hose diameter
    48 mm
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <31.75 mm – >47.625 mm
    This wet-dry vacuum has a suction hose diameter of 48 mm; the average wet-dry vacuum has a suction hose diameter of 35 mm.
    48 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.
  • More durable tank material
    Tank material
    stainless steel
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum has a tank made of stainless steel; the average wet-dry vacuum has a tank made of plastic.
    stainless steel vs plastic
  • 5 L more tank capacity
    Capacity
    20 L
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >30 L
    This wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 20 L; the average wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 15 L.
    20 L vs 15 L
  • 10.5% lighter
    Weight
    5.1 kg
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <3.79 kg – >9.1 kg
    40% lighter: this wet-dry vacuum is lighter than the average wet-dry vacuum (5.1 kg vs 5.7 kg).
    5.1 kg vs 5.7 kg
  • 3.3% less external volume
    Volume
    71,297.5 cm³
    ▲ Better than 55% of models
    Market range: <41.2k cm³ – >109k cm³
    This wet-dry vacuum has a volume of 71297.5 cm³; the average wet-dry vacuum has a volume of 73724.2 cm³.
    71,297.5 cm³ vs 73,724.2 cm³
  • 18.2% cheaper
    DEWALT DXV20S is cheaper than the average wet-dry vacuum (£110 vs £130).
    £110 vs £130
  • 18.2% cheaper
    DEWALT DXV20S is cheaper than the average wet-dry vacuum (£110 vs £130).
    £110 vs £130
  • 5 L more tank capacity
    Capacity
    20 L
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >30 L
    This wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 20 L; the average wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 15 L.
    20 L vs 15 L
  • 13 mm more hose diameter
    Suction hose diameter
    48 mm
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <31.75 mm – >47.625 mm
    This wet-dry vacuum has a suction hose diameter of 48 mm; the average wet-dry vacuum has a suction hose diameter of 35 mm.
    48 mm vs 35 mm
  • More durable tank material
    Tank material
    stainless steel
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum has a tank made of stainless steel; the average wet-dry vacuum has a tank made of plastic.
    stainless steel vs plastic
  • 10.5% lighter
    Weight
    5.1 kg
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <3.79 kg – >9.1 kg
    40% lighter: this wet-dry vacuum is lighter than the average wet-dry vacuum (5.1 kg vs 5.7 kg).
    5.1 kg vs 5.7 kg
  • 3.3% less external volume
    Volume
    71,297.5 cm³
    ▲ Better than 55% of models
    Market range: <41.2k cm³ – >109k cm³
    This wet-dry vacuum has a volume of 71297.5 cm³; the average wet-dry vacuum has a volume of 73724.2 cm³.
    71,297.5 cm³ vs 73,724.2 cm³
  • Includes a HEPA filter
    HEPA filter
    yes
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum includes a HEPA filter; the average wet-dry vacuum does not include a HEPA filter.
  • 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.
  • 4 dB more operating noise
    Noise level
    80 dB
    ▼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <70 dB – >80 dB
    This wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 80 dB; the average wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 76 dB.
    80 dB vs 76 dB
  • No automatic full-tank shut-off
    Automatic shut-off when full
    no
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum does not have automatic shut-off when the tank is full; the average wet-dry vacuum has automatic shut-off when the tank is full.
  • Requires collection bags
    Bagless
    no
    ▼ Worse than 67% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum uses a dust bag; the average wet-dry vacuum is bagless.
  • 1.95 m less cable length
    Power cable length
    3.05 m
    ▼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <3 m – >7.5 m
    This wet-dry vacuum has a power cable measuring 3.1 m; the average wet-dry vacuum has a power cable measuring 5 m.
    3.05 m vs 5 m
  • 3 kPa less suction pressure
    Suction pressure
    15 kPa
    ▼ Worse than 77% 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.
    15 kPa vs 18 kPa
  • 1 m less operating radius
    Operating radius
    6.2 m
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <4.5 m – >10 m
    This wet-dry vacuum has an operating radius of 6.2 m; the average wet-dry vacuum has an operating radius of 7.2 m.
    6.2 m vs 7.2 m
  • 4.7 L/s less airflow
    Airflow
    37.8 L/s
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <25 L/s – >70 L/s
    This wet-dry vacuum delivers an airflow of 37.8 L/s; the average wet-dry vacuum delivers an airflow of 42.5 L/s.
    37.8 L/s vs 42.5 L/s
  • 6.58x less popular
    DEWALT DXV20S is less popular than the average wet-dry vacuum (1 vs 6.6).
    1 vs 6.58
  • 6.58x less popular
    DEWALT DXV20S is less popular than the average wet-dry vacuum (1 vs 6.6).
    1 vs 6.58
  • 6% worse value for money
    DEWALT DXV20S offers worse value for money than the average wet-dry vacuum (7.05 vs 7.5).
    7.05 vs 7.48
  • 4 dB more operating noise
    Noise level
    80 dB
    ▼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <70 dB – >80 dB
    This wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 80 dB; the average wet-dry vacuum operates at a noise level of 76 dB.
    80 dB vs 76 dB
  • No automatic full-tank shut-off
    Automatic shut-off when full
    no
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum does not have automatic shut-off when the tank is full; the average wet-dry vacuum has automatic shut-off when the tank is full.
  • 3 kPa less suction pressure
    Suction pressure
    15 kPa
    ▼ Worse than 77% 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.
    15 kPa vs 18 kPa
  • 4.7 L/s less airflow
    Airflow
    37.8 L/s
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <25 L/s – >70 L/s
    This wet-dry vacuum delivers an airflow of 37.8 L/s; the average wet-dry vacuum delivers an airflow of 42.5 L/s.
    37.8 L/s vs 42.5 L/s
  • 100 W less motor power
    Power
    1,050 W
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <220 W – >1.5k W
    This wet-dry vacuum has a power output of 1050 W; the average wet-dry vacuum has a power output of 1150 W.
    1,050 W vs 1,150 W
  • Requires collection bags
    Bagless
    no
    ▼ Worse than 67% of models
    This wet-dry vacuum uses a dust bag; the average wet-dry vacuum is bagless.
  • 1.95 m less cable length
    Power cable length
    3.05 m
    ▼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <3 m – >7.5 m
    This wet-dry vacuum has a power cable measuring 3.1 m; the average wet-dry vacuum has a power cable measuring 5 m.
    3.05 m vs 5 m
  • 1 m less operating radius
    Operating radius
    6.2 m
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <4.5 m – >10 m
    This wet-dry vacuum has an operating radius of 6.2 m; the average wet-dry vacuum has an operating radius of 7.2 m.
    6.2 m vs 7.2 m
  • 0.03 m less hose length
    Suction hose length
    2.1 m
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <1.5 m – >3 m
    This wet-dry vacuum has a suction hose length of 2.1 m; the average wet-dry vacuum has a suction hose length of 2.134 m.
    2.1 m vs 2.134 m

Third-party reviews

What we like about DEWALT DXV20S

  • Strong and reliable suction power for heavy workshop and jobsite cleaning
  • Durable and premium feel thanks to the sturdy stainless steel drum tank
  • Relatively quiet motor operation compared to traditional competitor shop vacs
  • Dual functionality allows it to work effectively as both a vacuum and a blower
  • Large integrated tank drain makes emptying liquids effortless
  • Smooth-rolling rubberised wheels and heavy-duty casters provide great stability
  • Convenient detachable mesh bag included for clear accessory storage

What we don't like about DEWALT DXV20S

  • The high-quality hose is quite heavy and can cause nozzles to occasionally pop loose
  • The 3-metre (10-foot) power cord could be longer for larger workshop layouts
  • Does not feature an automatic self-rolling wire spool for the power cable
  • Fine dust filtration out of the box is limited unless an upgraded HEPA filter is purchased separately

Verdict

The DEWALT DXV20S is a corded, industrial-grade wet-dry vacuum cleaner featuring a powerful 1,050W (1.4 hp) motor that delivers a 37.8 L/s air flow rate and a 15 kPa working pressure. Built with a robust 20-litre stainless steel tank, this 5.1 kg machine excels at workshop cleanup through its dual suction and integrated blower functionalities, a large waterproof on/off switch, an integrated tank drain for seamless liquid disposal, and a smooth-rolling wheel setup. Key pros include its highly durable, lightweight housing, a washable and reusable cartridge filter, and excellent mobility, whereas its main cons are a relatively short 3-metre power cord and a 2.1-metre hose that limit its overall cleaning radius without an extension lead.

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