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Draper 20523 Review | 43 Data compared

Avg. price:~£140Suction pressure:18 kPaCapacity:30 LPower:1600 WNoise level:80 dBWeight:6.3 kg

Draper 20523 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.

6.4

Overall score

Score
6.4/ 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 65% of models
Score components

80%

6.5

Technical score

20%

5.8

User score

▼Worse than 65% of wet-dry-vacuums
6.5

Technical score

Technical score
6.5/ 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 62% of models
Score components

40%

7.1

Performance

22%

7.1

Design & Mobility

20%

7.1

Filter & Accessories

18%

4.0

Battery

▲Better than 62% of wet-dry-vacuums
5.8

User score

User score
5.8/ 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 99% of models
Score components

70%

6.8

User ratings

30%

3.6

Number of reviews

Based on 10 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 99% of wet-dry-vacuums
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Technical Specifications of wet-dry vacuum Draper 20523

Technical score
Technical score
6.5/ 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 62% of models
Score components:

40%

7.1

Performance

22%

7.1

Design & Mobility

20%

7.1

Filter & Accessories

18%

4.0

Battery

6.5
User score
User score
5.8/ 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 99% of models
Score components

70%

6.8

User ratings

30%

3.6

Number of reviews

Based on 10 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.
5.8
Popularity
Popularity
3.6/ 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 67% of models
Popularity:
Draper 20523 has a popularity score of 3.6 points, which is lower than 66.8% of products in this category.
3.6
Value for money
Value for money
7.4/ 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 61% of models
Score components:

60%

6.4

Overall score

40%

9.8

Price

7.4
Power
1,600 W
Power
1,600 W
★ Better than 91% of models
Market range: <220 W – >1.5k W
This wet-dry vacuum has a power output of 1,600 W, which is higher than that of 91.4% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 5.2% 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
30 L
Capacity
30 L
▲ Better than 81% of models
Market range: <0.7 L – >30 L
This wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 30 L, which is larger than that of 81.2% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 14.4% 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
18 kPa
Suction pressure
18 kPa
▼ Worse than 49% of models
Market range: <11.5 kPa – >24 kPa
This wet-dry vacuum has a suction pressure of 18 kPa, which is higher than that of 35% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 15.6% 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
5 m
Power cable length
5 m
▲ Better than 45% of models
Market range: <3 m – >7.5 m
This wet-dry vacuum has a power cable measuring 5 m, which is longer than that of 45.4% of wet-dry vacuums and the same length as that of 34% of wet-dry vacuums.
Operating radius
7 m
Operating radius
7 m
▼ Worse than 52% of models
Market range: <4.5 m – >10 m
This wet-dry vacuum has an operating radius of 7 m, which is smaller than that of 52.1% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 4.3% 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
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
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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Draper 20523 vs the average wet-dry vacuum

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryDesign & MobilityFilter & Accessories
  • 15 L more tank capacity
    Capacity
    30 L
    ▲ Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >30 L
    This wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 30 L; the average wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 15 L.
    30 L vs 15 L
  • 450 W more motor power
    Power
    1,600 W
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <220 W – >1.5k W
    This wet-dry vacuum has a power output of 1600 W; the average wet-dry vacuum has a power output of 1150 W.
    1,600 W vs 1,150 W
  • 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
  • 10.5 L/s more airflow
    Airflow
    53 L/s
    ▲ Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <25 L/s – >70 L/s
    This wet-dry vacuum delivers an airflow of 53 L/s; the average wet-dry vacuum delivers an airflow of 42.5 L/s.
    53 L/s vs 42.5 L/s
  • 15 L more tank capacity
    Capacity
    30 L
    ▲ Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >30 L
    This wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 30 L; the average wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 15 L.
    30 L vs 15 L
  • 450 W more motor power
    Power
    1,600 W
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <220 W – >1.5k W
    This wet-dry vacuum has a power output of 1600 W; the average wet-dry vacuum has a power output of 1150 W.
    1,600 W vs 1,150 W
  • 10.5 L/s more airflow
    Airflow
    53 L/s
    ▲ Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <25 L/s – >70 L/s
    This wet-dry vacuum delivers an airflow of 53 L/s; the average wet-dry vacuum delivers an airflow of 42.5 L/s.
    53 L/s vs 42.5 L/s
  • 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
  • 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
  • 10.5% heavier
    Weight
    6.3 kg
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <3.79 kg – >9.1 kg
    40% heavier: this wet-dry vacuum is heavier than the average wet-dry vacuum (6.3 kg vs 5.7 kg).
    6.3 kg vs 5.7 kg
  • 0.13 m less hose length
    Suction hose length
    2 m
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <1.5 m – >3 m
    This wet-dry vacuum has a suction hose length of 2 m; the average wet-dry vacuum has a suction hose length of 2.134 m.
    2 m vs 2.134 m
  • 36.9% lower user score
    User score
    5.8/ 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
    Draper 20523
    the average wet-dry vacuum
    Draper 20523 has a lower user score than the average wet-dry vacuum (5.84 vs 8.000).
    5.84 vs 8
  • 0.2 m less operating radius
    Operating radius
    7 m
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <4.5 m – >10 m
    This wet-dry vacuum has an operating radius of 7 m; the average wet-dry vacuum has an operating radius of 7.2 m.
    7 m vs 7.2 m
  • 82% less popular
    Draper 20523 is less popular than the average wet-dry vacuum (3.61 vs 6.6).
    3.61 vs 6.58
  • 0.9% worse value for money
    Draper 20523 offers worse value for money than the average wet-dry vacuum (7.41 vs 7.5).
    7.41 vs 7.48
  • 7.7% more expensive
    Draper 20523 is more expensive than the average wet-dry vacuum (£140 vs £130).
    £140 vs £130
  • 36.9% lower user score
    User score
    5.8/ 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
    Draper 20523
    the average wet-dry vacuum
    Draper 20523 has a lower user score than the average wet-dry vacuum (5.84 vs 8.000).
    5.84 vs 8
  • 82% less popular
    Draper 20523 is less popular than the average wet-dry vacuum (3.61 vs 6.6).
    3.61 vs 6.58
  • 0.9% worse value for money
    Draper 20523 offers worse value for money than the average wet-dry vacuum (7.41 vs 7.5).
    7.41 vs 7.48
  • 7.7% more expensive
    Draper 20523 is more expensive than the average wet-dry vacuum (£140 vs £130).
    £140 vs £130
  • 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
  • 10.5% heavier
    Weight
    6.3 kg
    ▼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <3.79 kg – >9.1 kg
    40% heavier: this wet-dry vacuum is heavier than the average wet-dry vacuum (6.3 kg vs 5.7 kg).
    6.3 kg vs 5.7 kg
  • 0.13 m less hose length
    Suction hose length
    2 m
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <1.5 m – >3 m
    This wet-dry vacuum has a suction hose length of 2 m; the average wet-dry vacuum has a suction hose length of 2.134 m.
    2 m vs 2.134 m
  • 0.2 m less operating radius
    Operating radius
    7 m
    ▼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <4.5 m – >10 m
    This wet-dry vacuum has an operating radius of 7 m; the average wet-dry vacuum has an operating radius of 7.2 m.
    7 m vs 7.2 m

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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parkers.co.uk
25/04/2023
Summary of the review
Draper 1600W Wet And Dry Vacuum: Quick Review.
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parkers.co.uk
25/04/2023
Summary of the review
Draper 1600W Wet And Dry Vacuum: Quick Review
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Third-party reviews

Based on 10 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Draper 20523

  • Powerful 1600W motor provides strong suction capable of handling both liquid spills and heavy dry debris
  • Large 30-litre capacity stainless steel tank reduces the frequency of emptying
  • Comes equipped with versatile accessories including a dual-action floor brush, crevice nozzle, and washable/reusable filters
  • Good value for money compared to higher-end professional workshop vacuums

What we don't like about Draper 20523

  • Can be bulky and heavy to maneuver, especially when the tank is full of liquid
  • Build materials on the plastic attachments and tubes can feel somewhat flimsy or brittle
  • Operation is quite loud, which is typical for a 1600W motor
  • Power cable length (5M) may feel too short for large workshops without an extension lead

Verdict

The Draper 20523 is a robust wet and dry vacuum with a 1,600 W motor, a 30 L stainless-steel tank, 18 kPa suction and up to 53 L/s airflow. Strong suction, a blower function, 35 mm accessories, a drain plug, swivel wheels and a 5 m cable provide good utility at 6.3 kg. It has no automatic-start power-tool socket, and its extension tubes are plastic rather than metal.

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