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Shop-Vac 5989400 Review | 43 Data compared

Avg. price:~£400Suction pressure:14.4 kPaCapacity:8 LPower:?Noise level:?Weight:8.85 kg

Shop-Vac 5989400 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.

6.2

Overall score

Score
6.2/ 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 73% of models
Score components

80%

5.7

Technical score

20%

8.3

User score

▼Worse than 73% of wet-dry-vacuums
5.7

Technical score

Technical score
5.7/ 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
▼ Worse than 81% of models
Score components

40%

5.5

Performance

22%

6.0

Design & Mobility

20%

7.5

Filter & Accessories

18%

4.0

Battery

▼Worse than 81% of wet-dry-vacuums
8.3

User score

User score
8.3/ 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
▲ Better than 64% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

7.2

Number of reviews

Based on 570 buyer reviews from online shops.
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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.
▲Better than 64% of wet-dry-vacuums
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Technical Specifications of wet-dry vacuum Shop-Vac 5989400

Technical score
Technical score
5.7/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 81% of models
Score components:

40%

5.5

Performance

22%

6.0

Design & Mobility

20%

7.5

Filter & Accessories

18%

4.0

Battery

5.7
User score
User score
8.3/ 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
▲ Better than 64% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

7.2

Number of reviews

Based on 570 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.
8.3
Popularity
Popularity
7.2/ 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
▲ Better than 57% of models
Popularity:
Shop-Vac 5989400 has a popularity score of 7.2 points, which is higher than 57.4% of products in this category.
7.2
Value for money
Value for money
6.9/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 94% of models
Score components:

60%

6.2

Overall score

40%

8.4

Price

6.9
Power
?
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
8 L
Capacity
8 L
▼ Worse than 64% of models
Market range: <0.7 L – >30 L
This wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 8 L, which is smaller than that of 63.9% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 1.5% of wet-dry vacuums.
Noise level
?
Suction pressure
14.4 kPa
Suction pressure
14.4 kPa
▼ Worse than 83% of models
Market range: <11.5 kPa – >24 kPa
This wet-dry vacuum has a suction pressure of 14.4 kPa, which is lower than that of 83.3% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 1.1% 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
3.658 m
Power cable length
3.658 m
▼ Worse than 74% of models
Market range: <3 m – >7.5 m
This wet-dry vacuum has a power cable measuring 3.658 m, which is shorter than that of 73.8% of wet-dry vacuums.
Operating radius
5.791 m
Operating radius
5.791 m
▼ Worse than 70% of models
Market range: <4.5 m – >10 m
This wet-dry vacuum has an operating radius of 5.791 m, which is smaller than that of 70% of wet-dry vacuums and the same as that of 0.7% 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
3
N. of filters
3
▲ Better than 82% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This wet-dry vacuum has 3 filters, more than 81.7% of wet-dry vacuums and the same number as 16.3% 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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Shop-Vac 5989400 vs the average wet-dry vacuum

246810TotalPerformanceBatteryDesign & MobilityFilter & Accessories
  • 1 more filters
    N. of filters
    3
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This wet-dry vacuum has more filters than the average wet-dry vacuum (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • 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
  • 3.9% higher user score
    User score
    8.3/ 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
    Shop-Vac 5989400
    the average wet-dry vacuum
    Shop-Vac 5989400 has a higher user score than the average wet-dry vacuum (8.31 vs 8.000).
    8.31 vs 8
  • 9.1% more popular
    Shop-Vac 5989400 is more popular than the average wet-dry vacuum (7.18 vs 6.6).
    7.18 vs 6.58
  • 3.9% higher user score
    User score
    8.3/ 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
    Shop-Vac 5989400
    the average wet-dry vacuum
    Shop-Vac 5989400 has a higher user score than the average wet-dry vacuum (8.31 vs 8.000).
    8.31 vs 8
  • 9.1% more popular
    Shop-Vac 5989400 is more popular than the average wet-dry vacuum (7.18 vs 6.6).
    7.18 vs 6.58
  • 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
  • 1 more filters
    N. of filters
    3
    ▲ Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This wet-dry vacuum has more filters than the average wet-dry vacuum (3 vs 2).
    3 vs 2
  • 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.
  • 55.3% heavier
    Weight
    8.85 kg
    ▼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <3.79 kg – >9.1 kg
    40% heavier: this wet-dry vacuum is heavier than the average wet-dry vacuum (8.9 kg vs 5.7 kg).
    8.85 kg vs 5.7 kg
  • 3.6 kPa less suction pressure
    Suction pressure
    14.4 kPa
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <11.5 kPa – >24 kPa
    This wet-dry vacuum has a suction pressure of 14.4 kPa; the average wet-dry vacuum has a suction pressure of 18 kPa.
    14.4 kPa vs 18 kPa
  • 1.34 m less cable length
    Power cable length
    3.658 m
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <3 m – >7.5 m
    This wet-dry vacuum has a power cable measuring 3.7 m; the average wet-dry vacuum has a power cable measuring 5 m.
    3.658 m vs 5 m
  • 7 L less tank capacity
    Capacity
    8 L
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >30 L
    This wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 8 L; the average wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 15 L.
    8 L vs 15 L
  • 1.41 m less operating radius
    Operating radius
    5.791 m
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <4.5 m – >10 m
    This wet-dry vacuum has an operating radius of 5.8 m; the average wet-dry vacuum has an operating radius of 7.2 m.
    5.791 m vs 7.2 m
  • 7.1 L/s less airflow
    Airflow
    35.4 L/s
    ▼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <25 L/s – >70 L/s
    This wet-dry vacuum delivers an airflow of 35.4 L/s; the average wet-dry vacuum delivers an airflow of 42.5 L/s.
    35.4 L/s vs 42.5 L/s
  • 3.25 mm less hose diameter
    Suction hose diameter
    31.75 mm
    ▼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <31.75 mm – >47.625 mm
    This wet-dry vacuum has a suction hose diameter of 31.8 mm; the average wet-dry vacuum has a suction hose diameter of 35 mm.
    31.75 mm vs 35 mm
  • 3.08x more expensive
    Shop-Vac 5989400 is more expensive than the average wet-dry vacuum (£400 vs £130).
    £400 vs £130
  • 3.08x more expensive
    Shop-Vac 5989400 is more expensive than the average wet-dry vacuum (£400 vs £130).
    £400 vs £130
  • 8.4% worse value for money
    Shop-Vac 5989400 offers worse value for money than the average wet-dry vacuum (6.9 vs 7.5).
    6.9 vs 7.48
  • 3.6 kPa less suction pressure
    Suction pressure
    14.4 kPa
    ▼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <11.5 kPa – >24 kPa
    This wet-dry vacuum has a suction pressure of 14.4 kPa; the average wet-dry vacuum has a suction pressure of 18 kPa.
    14.4 kPa vs 18 kPa
  • 7 L less tank capacity
    Capacity
    8 L
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >30 L
    This wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 8 L; the average wet-dry vacuum has a tank capacity of 15 L.
    8 L vs 15 L
  • 7.1 L/s less airflow
    Airflow
    35.4 L/s
    ▼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <25 L/s – >70 L/s
    This wet-dry vacuum delivers an airflow of 35.4 L/s; the average wet-dry vacuum delivers an airflow of 42.5 L/s.
    35.4 L/s vs 42.5 L/s
  • 55.3% heavier
    Weight
    8.85 kg
    ▼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <3.79 kg – >9.1 kg
    40% heavier: this wet-dry vacuum is heavier than the average wet-dry vacuum (8.9 kg vs 5.7 kg).
    8.85 kg vs 5.7 kg
  • 1.34 m less cable length
    Power cable length
    3.658 m
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <3 m – >7.5 m
    This wet-dry vacuum has a power cable measuring 3.7 m; the average wet-dry vacuum has a power cable measuring 5 m.
    3.658 m vs 5 m
  • 1.41 m less operating radius
    Operating radius
    5.791 m
    ▼ Worse than 70% of models
    Market range: <4.5 m – >10 m
    This wet-dry vacuum has an operating radius of 5.8 m; the average wet-dry vacuum has an operating radius of 7.2 m.
    5.791 m vs 7.2 m
  • 3.25 mm less hose diameter
    Suction hose diameter
    31.75 mm
    ▼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <31.75 mm – >47.625 mm
    This wet-dry vacuum has a suction hose diameter of 31.8 mm; the average wet-dry vacuum has a suction hose diameter of 35 mm.
    31.75 mm vs 35 mm

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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solidsmack.com
18/04/2020
Summary of the review
Shop-Vac 8 Gallon 6.0 Peak HP Stainless Steel Wet Dry Vacuum 5989400 Customer Reviews

Third-party reviews

Based on 570 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Shop-Vac 5989400

  • Powerful 6.0 Peak HP suction performance
  • Versatile 3-in-1 multi-functionality including a built-in blower port
  • Sturdy and durable stainless steel tank construction
  • Large integrated tank drain makes emptying liquids effortless
  • Lightweight and highly portable with its smooth-rolling caster dolly system
  • Affordable replacement dust bags compared to competing brands
  • Excellent cleaning performance on hard floors like tile and hardwood

What we don't like about Shop-Vac 5989400

  • Short 12-foot electrical power cord requires the frequent use of an extension cord
  • The included on-board tool storage hanger is flimsy and detaches too easily
  • Unclear assembly instructions lack a detailed printed manual
  • Narrower 1.25-inch hose diameter can occasionally restrict airflow with heavy debris
  • Loud operating noise level, though expected for a high-performance shop vacuum
  • Occasional minority reports of premature motor failure or burning smells under heavy use

Verdict

The Shop-Vac 5989400 is an 8-gallon heavy-duty wet-dry vacuum powered by a robust 6.0 peak horsepower motor, delivering 75 CFM of airflow and 54 inches of sealed pressure at 120V. Its core characteristics include a durable stainless steel tank with an integrated liquid drain, a 3-in-1 multi-function design that supports wet/dry suction alongside a 145 CFM rear blower port, and a total cleaning reach of over 19 feet provided by a 12-foot power cord and a 7-foot by 1.25-inch secure-fit hose. Main advantages are its strong suction capability across multiple surfaces, a secure on-board tool holder, and highly mobile smooth-rolling casters with convenient top and side carry handles. However, notable drawbacks include a relatively thin, small-diameter hose that can occasionally clog, a short electrical cord, and a tendency for the accessory storage base to fit loosely or have attachments fall out.

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