Ridgid 12-Gallon NXT Wet/Dry Shop Vacuum vs Shop-Vac 5 Gallon Ultra Quiet Wet/Dry Vacuum

Buy the Ridgid RT1200 if you need big-volume wet pickup, long reach and HEPA filtration for a shop, garage or renovation. Buy the Shop-Vac 5 Gallon if you want a lighter, stainless-steel canister that is easier to carry and store for home and car jobs. The Ridgid wins on capacity, suction and filtration; the Shop-Vac wins on tank material, portability and onboard storage. Owners of the Ridgid praise its power and durability, while Shop-Vac buyers like the quiet motor and compact size.

• Choose the Ridgid 12-Gallon if you handle large spills, sawdust or debris and want HEPA-certified filtration with a 15 ft cord and 7 ft hose.
• Choose the Shop-Vac 5 Gallon if you want a lighter stainless-steel vac for garage, car and household cleanup that is easy to move and store.