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Avg. price in UK: ~£270
Avg. price in US: ~$350
Suction pressure: 24.51 kPa
Capacity: 15 L
Power: 1,060 W
Noise level: 78.7 dB
Weight: 8.8 kg

Henry GVE370 George 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.

7.2

Very good

6.7

Good

9.2

Exceptional

5.5
Car cleaning
Score components:
30.0%
4.1
Weight
25.0%
4.0
Cordless
25.0%
10
Suction pressure
20.0%
4.0
Noise level
6.6
Workshop & garage
Score components:
30.0%
7.5
Rated motor power
25.0%
5.4
Capacity
25.0%
4.0
Power tool socket
20.0%
10
Suction pressure
7.2
Professional use
Score components:
30.0%
7.5
Rated motor power
30.0%
10
Suction pressure
25.0%
5.4
Capacity
15.0%
4.1
Weight

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Best rankings

#59 in Best Wet-Dry Vacuums for Workshops and Garages
#66 in Best Professional Wet-Dry Vacuums
#77 in Best Wet-Dry Vacuums
#111 in Best Wet-Dry Vacuums for Cars

Verdict

The Numatic Henry George GVE370 is a highly versatile, all-in-one wet-and-dry canister vacuum and carpet extractor powered by a robust 1000W to 1060W TwinFlo bypass motor that delivers an impressive 2400mm H2O of suction power and a 49 L/sec airflow rate. Built on a durable polyethylene tank design, this heavy-duty machine features an extensive 26.8-meter cleaning range facilitated by a 10m power cord and a 3m hose, alongside generous operational capacities including a 15-litre dry capacity utilizing multi-layer HepaFlo bags, a 9-litre wet capacity with a safety float valve, and a 6-litre clean water extraction tank for deep cleaning carpets and upholstery. Main advantages include its exceptional industrial-grade suction, heavy-duty build quality, large debris capacities, and comprehensive multi-functional capabilities that eliminate the need for separate floor scrubbers or carpet washers. Conversely, notable disadvantages include its substantial bulk and weight of 11.2kg (with tools) which makes it less maneuverable and harder to store, a louder operational noise level of approximately 78 decibels, a cumbersome manual process required to switch between wet and dry configurations, and a non-retractable power cord.

Technical Specifications of wet-dry vacuum Henry GVE370 George

Overall score

7.2

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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.

Performance

5.9

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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

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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

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Charging time

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

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

Importance: MEDIUM

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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

6.6

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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

8.7

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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

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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

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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

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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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Henry GVE370 George vs the average wet-dry vacuum

Why is Henry GVE370 George better than the average wet-dry vacuum?

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6.51 kPa more suction pressure
2 kPa more suction pressure: Henry GVE370 George has 24.5 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 more suction pressure: Henry GVE370 George has 24.5 kPa, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 18 kPa.24.51 kPa vs 18 kPa
5.99 m more operating radius
2 m more operating radius: Henry GVE370 George has 13 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: Henry GVE370 George has 13 m, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 7.01 m.13 m vs 7.01 m
5 m more cable length
2 m more cable length: Henry GVE370 George has 10 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: Henry GVE370 George has 10 m, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 5 m.10 m vs 5 m
0.87 m more hose length
2 m more hose length: Henry GVE370 George has 3 m, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 2.134 m.
What it is: The length of the vacuum's suction hose.
When it matters: A longer hose improves reach around vehicles, benches, and large workpieces.
Importance: MEDIUM
2 m more hose length: Henry GVE370 George has 3 m, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 2.134 m.3 m vs 2.134 m
14.5% higher user score
Henry GVE370 George has a higher user score than the average wet-dry vacuum (9.16 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.
Henry GVE370 George has a higher user score than the average wet-dry vacuum (9.16 vs 8).9.16 vs 8
75 mm less height
2 mm less height: Henry GVE370 George has 510 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 585 mm.
What it is: The overall height of the vacuum.
When it matters: A lower body may fit under shelves and be easier to store or transport.
Importance: LOW
2 mm less height: Henry GVE370 George has 510 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 585 mm.510 mm vs 585 mm
5792.2 cm³ less external volume
2 cm³ less external volume: Henry GVE370 George has 67932 cm³, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 73724.2 cm³.
What it is: The approximate external volume of the vacuum body.
When it matters: A more compact machine takes up less storage and vehicle space.
Importance: LOW
2 cm³ less external volume: Henry GVE370 George has 67932 cm³, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 73724.2 cm³.67932 cm³ vs 73724.2 cm³
70.6% more popular
Henry GVE370 George 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.
Henry GVE370 George is more popular than the average wet-dry vacuum (10 vs 5.863).10 vs 5.86
6.51 kPa more suction pressure
2 kPa more suction pressure: Henry GVE370 George has 24.5 kPa, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 18 kPa.
5.99 m more operating radius
2 m more operating radius: Henry GVE370 George has 13 m, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 7.01 m.
5 m more cable length
2 m more cable length: Henry GVE370 George has 10 m, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 5 m.
0.87 m more hose length
2 m more hose length: Henry GVE370 George has 3 m, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 2.134 m.
75 mm less height
2 mm less height: Henry GVE370 George has 510 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 585 mm.
5792.2 cm³ less external volume
2 cm³ less external volume: Henry GVE370 George has 67932 cm³, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 73724.2 cm³.

Design & Mobility

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No automatic full-tank shut-off
Henry GVE370 George does not have automatic full-tank shut-off, while the average wet-dry vacuum has automatic full-tank shut-off.
1.7 dB more operating noise
2 dB more operating noise: Henry GVE370 George has 78.7 dB, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 77 dB.
140 W less motor power
2 W less motor power: Henry GVE370 George has 1060 W, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 1200 W.
4.5 L/s less airflow
2 L/s less airflow: Henry GVE370 George has 38 L/s, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 42.5 L/s.
3.13 kg more weight
2 kg more weight: Henry GVE370 George has 8.8 kg, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 5.67 kg.
Requires collection bags
Henry GVE370 George uses a bagged collection system, while the average wet-dry vacuum uses a bagless collection system.
3 mm less hose diameter
2 mm less hose diameter: Henry GVE370 George has 32 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 35 mm.
23 mm more depth
2 mm more depth: Henry GVE370 George has 370 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 347 mm.
10 mm more width
2 mm more width: Henry GVE370 George has 360 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 350 mm.
3.13 kg more weight
2 kg more weight: Henry GVE370 George has 8.8 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: Henry GVE370 George has 8.8 kg, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 5.67 kg.8.8 kg vs 5.67 kg
No automatic full-tank shut-off
Henry GVE370 George does not have automatic full-tank shut-off, while the average wet-dry vacuum has automatic full-tank shut-off.
What it is: Whether the vacuum stops suction automatically when the liquid tank is full.
When it matters: Automatic shut-off helps prevent overflow and protects the motor during wet pickup.
Importance: MEDIUM
Henry GVE370 George does not have automatic full-tank shut-off, while the average wet-dry vacuum has automatic full-tank shut-off.
Requires collection bags
Henry GVE370 George uses a bagged collection system, while the average wet-dry vacuum uses a bagless collection system.
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
Henry GVE370 George uses a bagged collection system, while the average wet-dry vacuum uses a bagless collection system.
1.7 dB more operating noise
2 dB more operating noise: Henry GVE370 George has 78.7 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: Henry GVE370 George has 78.7 dB, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 77 dB.78.7 dB vs 77 dB
140 W less motor power
2 W less motor power: Henry GVE370 George has 1060 W, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 1200 W.
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
2 W less motor power: Henry GVE370 George has 1060 W, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 1200 W.1060 W vs 1200 W
4.5 L/s less airflow
2 L/s less airflow: Henry GVE370 George has 38 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: Henry GVE370 George has 38 L/s, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 42.5 L/s.38 L/s vs 42.5 L/s
3 mm less hose diameter
2 mm less hose diameter: Henry GVE370 George has 32 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 less hose diameter: Henry GVE370 George has 32 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 35 mm.32 mm vs 35 mm
2.08x more expensive
Henry GVE370 George is more expensive than the average wet-dry vacuum (£270 vs £130).
Henry GVE370 George is more expensive than the average wet-dry vacuum (£270 vs £130).£270 vs £130

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Third-party reviews

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(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Henry GVE370 George?

Exceptional suction power and robust water extraction performance
Highly versatile all-in-one machine that replaces separate dry vacuums, wet spill kits, and carpet shampooers
Extremely durable, sturdy, and long-lasting build quality often referred to as 'bank-vault construction'
Comes with a generous assortment of tools and separate hoses for dry and wet modes to keep components clean
Large-capacity, high-filtration self-sealing HEPA bags that are great for allergy sufferers
Superb for car detailing, upholstery rejuvenation, and unexpected domestic emergencies like unblocking sinks

What customers dislike about Henry GVE370 George?

Fiddly, laborious, and time-consuming process to switch between dry vacuuming and wet carpet cleaning modes
Bulky, heavy, and awkward to maneuver or carry, especially on narrow staircases
Requires significant physical muscle power to scrub carpets and drag the machine around
Lacks an active motorized or rotating brush bar, relying solely on suction for dry carpet cleaning
Very loud operation making it disruptive during quiet hours
Requires substantial cupboard or closet space to store all the extra attachments, separate hoses, and wet tanks
The standard dry vacuuming hose is noticeably short

Expert reviews

toptenreviews.com

12/03/2024

Summary of the review

Numatic International 370 George Wet/Dry extractor vacuum review

The NaceCare GVE 370 George is lauded as a highly versatile "all-in-one" wet, dry, and extraction vacuum featuring a large four-gallon capacity for extensive cleaning. The review highlights its excellent maneuverability, sturdy design, and iconic styling as key pros. Conversely, cons include the unit's significant weight and bulk, particularly when the tank is full, and a somewhat fiddly process for swapping between wet and dry modes.

standard.co.uk

18/04/2025

Summary of the review

George Numatic GVE370 Wet and Dry Vacuum review

The Evening Standard reviews the George Numatic GVE370 as a versatile, 1000W-1200W all-in-one appliance featuring a 26.8-metre cleaning range and high-capacity wet/dry functionality. Key advantages include exceptional multi-surface performance, capable of dry cleaning, wet spill extraction, and deep carpet shampooing. However, the report highlights drawbacks such as its heavy 14.68 kg weight, lack of a retractable cord, and complex, time-consuming filter changes when switching modes.

parkers.co.uk

17/12/2024

Summary of the review

George Wet and Dry Vacuum review: George of all trades

The Parkers review highlights the Numatic George as a versatile 3-in-1 machine, praising its robust build quality, powerful 1060W motor, and effectiveness in deep car valeting via its extensive attachments. While an excellent all-in-one cleaner, the review notes significant drawbacks, specifically its heavy weight, complex operation, and the fiddly, time-consuming process of swapping between wet and dry modes.

expertreviews.co.uk

01/12/2022

Summary of the review

Numatic George review: A jack of all trades vacuum that's also a wet-cleaning hero

The Numatic George GVE370 is highlighted by Expert Reviews as a versatile "jack of all trades" cleaner, excelling as a dry vacuum, wet vacuum, and carpet shampooer with a 26.8m cleaning reach and robust build. While praising its multi-functional utility, the review notes the significant inconvenience of switching between modes, the lack of a cord winder, and a non-powered floor head that is difficult to push on thick carpets.

forum.esthauto.com

10/05/2011

Summary of the review

[Interior Cleaning] Testing my Numatic George

This Esthauto forum review provides a real-world, in-depth test of the 3-in-1 Numatic George vacuum cleaner for car interior detailing, highlighting its exceptionally powerful suction ("aspire du feu de dieu") and effective, deep-cleaning injection-extraction wet function. While the machine receives praise for its practical accessories and thorough cleaning capability, which produced visibly filthy extraction water, the reviewer notes that capturing quality, clear photos in low-light car environments proved challenging.

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