I'm trying to decide between the Stealthsonic 6-gallon and 9-gallon shop vac. The 6-gallon capacity seems sufficient for my needs, but I have a few questions:
1) Is the extra 1 horsepower of the 9-gallon model noticeable in terms of performance?
2) Are smaller filters for the 6-gallon model as easy to find as the larger ones for the 9-gallon?
3) Is the 9-gallon much louder than the 6-gallon?
Thanks for your help! I'm a big fan of DeWalt, so I'm excited about my first non-Rigid shop vac!
3 Answers
I recently got the 9-gallon model after returning a larger 12-gallon because it was just too bulky for my needs. The 9-gallon seems to be pretty quiet overall, but I did notice that it gets a bit louder when using the crevice tool due to wind noise. It’s definitely quieter than the 12-gallon. However, I do wish it had a longer cord like the 12-gallon, because 10 feet can feel a bit short at times.
I also got the 9-gallon a few months back and haven't run into any issues with attachments. It's got plenty of power, and I find it quiet enough to converse comfortably. I’m leaning toward the 9-gallon myself because I think it handles the workload better.
I'd definitely recommend the 9-gallon! I was really surprised by how quiet it is while still delivering amazing suction power. They must have some great sound dampening features around the motor. It's quiet enough that I can chat with my wife across the garage without needing to raise my voice!