8 Gallon 6 Peak HP Wet Dry Vacuum

Price facts

• Lowest price today: $102.95 at Tuesday Morning (checked Nov 10, 2026).
• Checked at 3 stores.

Our take on the 8 Gallon 6 Peak HP Wet Dry Vacuum

This is a canister wet/dry vacuum with an 8-gallon tank and a 6 peak HP motor, the size class most people buy for garages, basements and workshops. The 8-gallon drum holds more debris than the common 4 to 6-gallon shop vacs, so you empty it less often on big cleanups, while the canister shape and caster base make it easier to drag around than a boxy unit. It handles both wet pickup and dry debris with the same hose, which is the main reason to own one instead of a household vacuum. It suits people who want one machine for sawdust, car interiors, flooded floors and gutter work; it is heavier and louder than a small household vacuum, and it is overkill for an apartment.

8 Gallon 6 Peak HP Wet Dry Vacuum prices at every store

8 Gallon 6 Peak HP Wet Dry Vacuum price history

Lowest price we've seen: $102.95 on Nov 10 at Tuesday Morning. Tracked across 3 stores since Nov 10.

Questions and answers

Is 8 gallons too big for home use?

For a garage, basement or renovation it is a good size. For an apartment or light car cleaning, a 4 to 6-gallon vacuum is easier to store and carry.

Can it pick up water and dry debris?

Yes, it is a wet/dry canister. You remove or swap the filter for wet pickup, then empty and dry the tank before going back to dry debris.

What does 6 peak HP mean?

Peak HP is measured at the motor's maximum, not its working output. Expect strong suction for a shop vacuum, but compare airflow and sealed suction figures if you need exact performance.

Does it come with attachments?

Most units in this class ship with a hose, extension wands, a utility nozzle and a crevice tool. Check the box contents for the exact set and filter type.

How loud is it?

Shop vacuums of this size are loud, often loud enough to warrant ear protection during long use. It is not a quiet household vacuum.

What maintenance does it need?

Rinse or replace the filter regularly, empty and dry the tank after wet use, and check the float shutoff so it still stops water from reaching the motor.

Where is the 8 Gallon 6 Peak HP Wet Dry Vacuum cheapest?

At Tuesday Morning, for $102.95, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the 8 Gallon 6 Peak HP Wet Dry Vacuum?

3 stores we checked sell it, including Tuesday Morning, VXB.com Bearings, ShopSimon.

Stores we've priced the 8 Gallon 6 Peak HP Wet Dry Vacuum at

• ShopSimon deals and prices
• VXB.com Bearings deals and prices