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4.5-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac
The RIDGID 4.5-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac features a unique, toolbox design for portability and easy storage. This vacuum has a 5 peak HP motor for powerful suction and a 3-layer filter for maximum filtration. This vacuum has convenient accessory storage built in and includes a 7 ft. collapsible, rubberized hose, 2 wands, a crevice tool and a dusting brush.
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Rating breakdown 49 reviews
5 stars
43
4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
1
1 star
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43 out of 44(98%)customers recommend this product.
Customer reviews for 4.5-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac
Review 1 for 4.5-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac
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Great Vacuum!!
,PostedMay 9, 2012
JN53
Age:55 to 64
Gender:Male
Home improvement profile:Professional
Length of ownership:1 month
Usage frequency:Weekly
Suction
4
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5
Weight
4
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5
Value
4
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5
I looked a long time to find an affordable, heavy duty, portable vac that would capture dust when in use. This was critical for my business. The RIGID finally solved my problem, especially with the internal filter system. The price was right and it really has plenty of suction. Really like the on-board storage compartment for the cord and hose!
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 2 for 4.5-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac
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Great Product in a handy package
,PostedMarch 29, 2012
Smack
Age:45 to 54
Gender:Male
Home improvement profile:Professional
Length of ownership:1 month
Usage frequency:Monthly
Suction
5
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5
Weight
4
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5
Value
5
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5
This seems to be a good vacuum with a very small footprint for storage which is my reason for the purchase. It does well for vehicles, and misc. vacuuming needs but it might get cumbersome if doing big areas-(no wheels, you have to manually move it around). All in All it is exactly what I was looking for in a compact.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 3 for 4.5-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac
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Good choice for small jobs
,PostedMarch 27, 2012
TMB69
Age:45 to 54
Gender:Male
Home improvement profile:DIYer
Length of ownership:1 month
Usage frequency:Weekly
Suction
4
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5
Weight
3
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5
Value
4
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5
This vac is handy size, with good but basic tools included, long cord, acceptable noise level. So far I have used it mainly for electrical jobs around the house so it has handled wood chips and dust, drywall and plaster crumbs and dust, insulation stripped from wires, bits of copper wire, cellulose wall insulation, and other debris. I like the fact that all the accessories fit inside the package for storage and transport, except the two rigid hose section which snap on to somewhat flimsy plastic brackets on the side. Variable suction control via a sliding collar is a good feature when used on carpet to prevent the nozzle from grabbing too much. So far, I haven't missed having wheels. Not sure why Home Depot does not stock in stores anymore. For about $100, it's not the cheapest model in this size range, but seems better built than some of the other Ridgid or Shopvac models.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 4 for 4.5-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac
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Very pleased with the professional appearance and function
,PostedMarch 27, 2012
CentralVacuumTechnicians
Age:55 to 64
Gender:Male
Home improvement profile:Professional
Length of ownership:3 months
Usage frequency:Weekly
Suction
5
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5
Weight
5
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5
Value
5
/
5
I repair central vacuum systems (built-in home vacuum systems). Having a professional appearance is important for my business as well as a cleaning device that can handle the clean ups of the unit without sending clouds of dust in the air. I was skeptical at first, as the suction was only about the same as an upright of canister vacuum as compared to a central vacuum, but it is doing the trick just great. The only downfall for me is that the slinky type extension hose is tight and not as flexible as I would prefer. Maybe in time is will stretch out some. Other than this, I would highly recommend this unit to the professional for those small clean ups or the handy person to use around the shop or home.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 5 for 4.5-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac
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Great portable vac
,PostedMarch 24, 2012
bobk
Age:45 to 54
Gender:Male
Home improvement profile:DIYer
Length of ownership:1 month
Usage frequency:Weekly
Suction
5
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5
Weight
5
/
5
Value
4
/
5
I was looking for a vac to supplement my 12 gal shop vac that was too large to be lugging all over the place. This vac works great for those times I don't need the big one. Compact design, long cord, great suction and on-board storage all add up to make this a great little vac. I read reviews where some complained about this having no wheels. It doesn't need any as its light enough to hold and will slide along most surfaces.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 6 for 4.5-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac
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Does what it is supposed to do
,PostedMarch 2, 2012
Kerroo
Suction
5
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5
Weight
4
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5
Value
5
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5
This is a powerful wet dry vac which is easy to store. Everything fits into the case which looks like a tool box. We had a nearly disastrous red wine spill on a beige carpet. I used the vacuum to pull out most of the wine and then treated it with carpet cleaner, continuing to vacuum until the carpet looked like new.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 7 for 4.5-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac
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worth the extra cost
,PostedJanuary 26, 2012
Anonymous
Suction
5
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5
Weight
5
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5
Value
5
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5
Not the cheapest but works great, lots of room for debris and fits great in my work trailer. Good suction with a good filter.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 8 for 4.5-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac
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Portable, more quiet, long cord, large on-off switch
,PostedDecember 27, 2011
LeeinIL
Age:55 to 64
Gender:Male
Home improvement profile:DIYer
Length of ownership:1 month
Usage frequency:Monthly
Suction
4
/
5
Weight
5
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5
Value
3
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5
In the workshop, a 16 gallon W/D vac handles the load, but when I work around the house and in the vehicles that big monster is heavy, awkward, and most of all-too loud. Now that I have had a chance to work the Rigid 4.5 gallon W/D Vac, it looks like it will meet my requirements. It is small enough to carry through narrow doorways or stairs and not scratch up the walls or woodwork. The power cord is long enough to get the vac to where it is needed. More than enough power to pick up after trim work, clean out the fireplace and vac up the car. This product is intended to be used in close quarters. It has to be quiet enough so that my lousy hearing does not get any worse. I have no measurements to back it up, but it seems to have a lower Db than the other vacuums I have worked with. The sole exception being the old portable Fein. Fein changed the design and put wheels on and ruined it. On a small portable vacuum, wheels are a bad idea. When you use a small portable vacuum, you want the vacuum to stay where you put it and not roll around and bump into the walls and woodwork or scratch the flooring. The large on/off toggle switch makes it easy to turn the vacuum on and off with a poke of the crevice tool or with gloves on. It is a thoughtful design for those with a need of portability in a W/D vacuum. So far I am very happy with my selection.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 9 for 4.5-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac
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This vac is one of the most practical and most valuable tools I have ever owned.
,PostedDecember 13, 2011
Steve
Age:45 to 54
Gender:Male
Home improvement profile:Professional
Length of ownership:1 year or longer
Usage frequency:Weekly
Suction
5
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5
Weight
5
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5
Value
5
/
5
I am puzzled that this shop vac is no longer carried in the stores. It is one of the most practical and most valuable tools I have ever owned.
It is reliable; The first one I used for 12 years before the hose wore out. Considering the cost of a new hose, I opted to buy a new vacume.
It is practical and well designed; I appreciate the fact that all the attachments are stored inside making them harder to lose, and the cord impossible to get tangled up in other tools or supplies. The squareness of the vacume alows it to store easier in my truck.
Finally, it really performs well while cleaning up after professional home repairs.
It is reliable; The first one I used for 12 years before the hose wore out. Considering the cost of a new hose, I opted to buy a new vacume.
It is practical and well designed; I appreciate the fact that all the attachments are stored inside making them harder to lose, and the cord impossible to get tangled up in other tools or supplies. The squareness of the vacume alows it to store easier in my truck.
Finally, it really performs well while cleaning up after professional home repairs.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 10 for 4.5-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac
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Works great
,PostedDecember 6, 2011
John
Suction
5
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5
Weight
5
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5
Value
5
/
5
It is easy to cary and move around. Works very well. I am thinking about purchasing another one for my home.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 11 for 4.5-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac
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This vac is perfect for the work I do
,PostedNovember 29, 2011
workerdude
Age:45 to 54
Gender:Male
Home improvement profile:Professional
Length of ownership:1 month
Usage frequency:Daily
Suction
5
/
5
Weight
5
/
5
Value
5
/
5
I have to cut concrete indoors at times with a dustless grinder, and this vac works the best of any I have tried.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 12 for 4.5-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac
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great size and power
,PostedNovember 29, 2011
chimney1
Gender:Male
Home improvement profile:Professional
Length of ownership:1 year or longer
Usage frequency:Daily
Suction
5
/
5
Weight
5
/
5
Value
4
/
5
no longer in the stores around here. mine is wearing out after 5 years or so of almost daily use. glad for the tool-box shape with a flat top only wish it held a little more debris Handle mounts could be sturdier
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 13 for 4.5-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac
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Great Design and Function
,PostedNovember 22, 2011
tg47
Age:55 to 64
Gender:Male
Home improvement profile:Professional
Length of ownership:1 month
Usage frequency:Weekly
Suction
5
/
5
Weight
5
/
5
Value
5
/
5
My wife thought I was crazy being excited about a shop vac but this unit was more powerful, easier to use, quieter, better filtered and cheaper than my old shop vac which had become unusable. More important is the great design which allows me to use this more places and store it in a third the area.
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Review 14 for 4.5-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac
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Very powerful with nice long cord and vac hose.
,PostedNovember 15, 2011
rvvjr
Age:45 to 54
Gender:Male
Home improvement profile:DIYer
Length of ownership:1 month
Usage frequency:Weekly
Suction
5
/
5
Weight
5
/
5
Value
5
/
5
This is the most powerful vac you could have around the house. Plus it's compact size makes it easy to store. Everything about it is great.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 15 for 4.5-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac
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Perfect vacuum
,PostedNovember 12, 2011
Bogdan
Age:35 to 44
Gender:Male
Home improvement profile:Professional
Length of ownership:1 year or longer
Usage frequency:Daily
Perfect vacuum for use and store. Recommended to other people.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 16 for 4.5-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac
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Great design
,PostedNovember 8, 2011
Muleskinner
Age:65 or over
Gender:Male
Home improvement profile:DIYer
Length of ownership:1 month
Usage frequency:Daily
Suction
5
/
5
Weight
4
/
5
Value
5
/
5
I bought this because of its advertised suction and size of the hose. It is everything and more than advertised. I love the flexible hose and the convenience the tool box design offers. It is easy to store, set up, clean out, what more could a person ask for? It isn't any noisyer than any other vacuum I've used. This is the first RIDGID product I have owned. I may look at more.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 17 for 4.5-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac
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One of the best shop vacuums ever made.
,PostedNovember 5, 2011
CraftsmanMan
Age:25 to 34
Gender:Male
Home improvement profile:Professional
Length of ownership:1 year or longer
Usage frequency:Weekly
Suction
5
/
5
Weight
5
/
5
Value
5
/
5
The design is brilliant. Perfect for the contractors truck or the suburbanite's SUV, this thing really sucks! (in the good way). It has tool and cord storage built in, and most of all the toolbox style design makes it delightful to use. I wish they still had these in stores. Get it while you can! You won't regret this purchase.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Review 18 for 4.5-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac
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It's a good one.
,PostedNovember 2, 2011
Robrobrob
Used 4 of these in my car detailing business. Took up very little space in the van, but had the suction of the big vacs. The fact that it doesn't roll around was never a problem.
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Review 19 for 4.5-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac
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great portable shop vac
,PostedOctober 27, 2011
Daniel
Most people don't consider shop vacs to be very portable but this one is the exception to the rule. Has power to rival larger shop vacs with the HUGE plus of being portable. Work's great for any project around the house. The blower function is plenty powerful for clearing leaves from your driveway. No noticeable cons after owning it for 1 month.
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Review 20 for 4.5-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac
Overall rating
Product performs well for it size
,PostedOctober 25, 2011
Smitty
Suction
4
/
5
Weight
4
/
5
Value
4
/
5
I was looking for a smaller version of the typical shop-vac. This unit for it's size has more suction then most. A little large yet but overall, I'm pleased with its performance.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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