10 Best cfm compact shop vacs of 2026

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Fein

Fein Turbo II Wet/Dry Vacuum - 8.4-Gal Shop Vac for Garage, Woodworking & Jobsite, 151 CFM Suction, Quiet 66 dB, Long Cord & Hose, Anti-Static Tool-Activated Dust Extractor - 92036118090
9.8

Exceptional

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Shop-Vac

Shop-Vac 6 Gallon 4.0 Peak HP Wet/Dry Vacuum, Wall Mountable Compact Shop Vacuum with 20 ft Extra Long Hose & Accessories - Ideal for Jobsite, Garages, Car & Workshops
9.7

Exceptional

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3

EVOLUTION

Evolution R15VAC 4-Gallon Wet Dry Shop Vac with Accessories | Heavy-Duty Vacuum & Blower | 70 CFM Airflow | Bagless Shop Vacuum for Jobsite Garage & Workshop | On-Board Storage | Compact & Portable
9.6

Exceptional

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4

Shop-Vac
Shop-Vac 5 Gallon 5.5 Peak HP Wet/Dry Vacuum, Wall Mountable Compact Shop Vacuum with 18+7Ft Long Hose & Attachments, Ideal for Jobsite, Garage, Car & Workshop. 9522236

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Main highlights

Powerful Suction and Versatility
5.5 Peak HP motor for strong dry/wet suction, ideal for various cleanups.

Ideal for Garage and Car Cleaning
Wall-mounted design and long hose perfect for garages and cars.

Convenient Wall Mounting
Praised for easy wall mounting and compact storage.
Key specs
- Hose Length:18 Feet
- Capacity:5 Gallons
- Filter:Cartridge
- Horsepower:5.5 Horsepower
- Form Factor:Cannister
9.3

Excellent

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9.7
Easy installation

9.7
Vacuum strength

9.3
movability
5

Shop-Vac

Shop-Vac 5801611 Wet Dry Vac with SVX2 Motor Technology, 16 Gallon, 2-1/2 Inch x 8 Foot Lock-On Hose, 150 CFM, (1-Pack) , Black

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9.0

Excellent

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Shop-Vac
Shop-Vac 2021000 1 Gallon 1 Peak Wet/Dry Vac, Portable Compact Micro Vacuum with Collapsible Handle Wall Bracket & Multifunction Accessories Uses Type A Filter Bag & Type MM Foam Sleeve
Main highlights

Compact and Powerful Performance
The Shop-Vac 1 Gallon 1.0 Peak HP Hang On Wet Dry Vacuum offers powerful suction in a compact, portable design ideal for quick clean-ups.

Perfect for Small Spaces and Quick Jobs
Ideal for cleaning tight spaces in your home, garage, workshop, or vehicle; great for small messes and quick wet or dry pick-ups.

Highly Praised for Power in a Small Size
Customers appreciate its strong suction power despite its small size, making it effective for various cleaning tasks while being easy to store.
8.7

Very Good

Our Rating

9.9
Light weight

9.7
Vacuum strength

9.3
movability
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ECOMAX

ECOMAX Wet Dry Vacuum 6 Gallon, 4 HP 85 CFM 3-in-1 Shop Vac with Suction/Blow/Wet Dry Function, Heavy-Duty Portable Poly Wet/Dry Vac Car Vacuum for Workshop, Jobsite, Garage and Home Cleaning
8.6

Very Good

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8

Shop-Vac
Shop-Vac 2.5 Gallon 2.5 Peak HP Wet/Dry Vacuum, Portable Compact Shop Vacuum with Collapsible Handle Wall Bracket & Multifunctional Attachments for Home, Jobsite. 2036000
Main highlights

Powerful Performance and Versatility
2.5 Peak HP motor, 2.5-gallon capacity, wet/dry suction, and blowing function. Ideal for home, garage, workshop, and vehicle cleaning.

Ideal for Small to Medium Jobs
Perfect for cleaning garages, cars, patios, and small maintenance tasks. Wall-mounted design for easy storage and portability.

Praised for Portability and Suction
Customers love its compact size, powerful suction, and ease of use. Lightweight and easy to carry, making it perfect for various cleaning tasks.
8.4

Good

Our Rating

9.7
Light weight

9.5
movability

9.3
Simple to use
9

Shop-Vac
Shop-Vac 1.5 Gallon 2.0 Peak Wet Dry Vacuum, Portable Compact Shop Vacuum with Collapsible Handle Wall Bracket & Attachments, ‎2030100
Main highlights

Compact Design with Powerful Performance
The Shop-Vac 1.5 Gallon 2.0 Peak HP offers strong suction in a portable, easy-to-store design.

Ideal for Home, Garage, and Vehicle Use
Perfect for quick clean-ups in various settings, including home, garage, and vehicles.

Highly Praised Portability and Convenience
Customers appreciate its lightweight, easy-to-carry nature and effective suction.
8.2

Good

Our Rating

9.3
movability

8.9
Maneuverability

8.9
Vacuum strength
10

Shop-Vac
Shop-Vac 2.5 Gallon 2.5 Peak HP Wet/Dry Vacuum, Portable Compact Shop Vacuum with Wall Bracket & Multifunctional Attachments, 5760288
Main highlights

Key Features
Portable, 2.5 Peak HP, 3-in-1 functionality: vacuum, wet suction, and blower. Easy storage with wall-mount design and wrap-around cord.

Ideal Use Cases
Perfect for home, garage, workshop, vehicle cleaning, and leaf blowing. Excels in multi-surface cleaning with a large 16 FT. reach.

Customer Praise
Most reviews highlight its powerful suction, versatile functionality, and ease of storage as the vacuum`s standout features.
Key specs
- Hose Length:4 Feet
- Capacity:2.5 Gallons
- Filter:Foam
- Horsepower:2.5 Horsepower
- Form Factor:N/A
8.1

Good

Our Rating

9.5
movability

9.1
Vacuum strength

8.9
Maneuverability

10 Best cfm compact shop vacs of 2026

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Fein Turbo II Wet/Dry Vacuum - 8.4-Gal Shop Vac for Garage, Woodworking & Jobsite, 151 CFM Suction, Quiet 66 dB, Long Cord & Hose, Anti-Static Tool-Activated Dust Extractor - 92036118090

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Shop-Vac 6 Gallon 4.0 Peak HP Wet/Dry Vacuum, Wall Mountable Compact Shop Vacuum with 20 ft Extra Long Hose & Accessories - Ideal for Jobsite, Garages, Car & Workshops

3

Evolution R15VAC 4-Gallon Wet Dry Shop Vac with Accessories | Heavy-Duty Vacuum & Blower | 70 CFM Airflow | Bagless Shop Vacuum for Jobsite Garage & Workshop | On-Board Storage | Compact & Portable

4

Shop-Vac 5 Gallon 5.5 Peak HP Wet/Dry Vacuum, Wall Mountable Compact Shop Vacuum with 18+7Ft Long Hose & Attachments, Ideal for Jobsite, Garage, Car & Workshop. 9522236

9.7

9.7

9.3

5

Shop-Vac 5801611 Wet Dry Vac with SVX2 Motor Technology, 16 Gallon, 2-1/2 Inch x 8 Foot Lock-On Hose, 150 CFM, (1-Pack) , Black

6

Shop-Vac 2021000 1 Gallon 1 Peak Wet/Dry Vac, Portable Compact Micro Vacuum with Collapsible Handle Wall Bracket & Multifunction Accessories Uses Type A Filter Bag & Type MM Foam Sleeve

9.9

9.7

9.3

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ECOMAX Wet Dry Vacuum 6 Gallon, 4 HP 85 CFM 3-in-1 Shop Vac with Suction/Blow/Wet Dry Function, Heavy-Duty Portable Poly Wet/Dry Vac Car Vacuum for Workshop, Jobsite, Garage and Home Cleaning

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Shop-Vac 2.5 Gallon 2.5 Peak HP Wet/Dry Vacuum, Portable Compact Shop Vacuum with Collapsible Handle Wall Bracket & Multifunctional Attachments for Home, Jobsite. 2036000

9.7

9.5

9.3

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Shop-Vac 1.5 Gallon 2.0 Peak Wet Dry Vacuum, Portable Compact Shop Vacuum with Collapsible Handle Wall Bracket & Attachments, ‎2030100

9.3

8.9

8.9

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Shop-Vac 2.5 Gallon 2.5 Peak HP Wet/Dry Vacuum, Portable Compact Shop Vacuum with Wall Bracket & Multifunctional Attachments, 5760288

9.5

9.1

8.9

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