Stanley SL18116P
Score: 80/100
Vacmaster Professional Beast 5-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac
Score: 82/100Rankings
A compact 5-gallon wet/dry vacuum with a robust 5.5 HP motor, high airflow and a built-in blower for versatile cleaning. Its weight and hose length can be cumbersome for extended handheld tasks. Ideal for professionals and homeowners needing powerful suction, fine-dust filtration and multifunctional capability.
The Stanley SL18116P is a 6-gallon wet/dry shop vacuum delivering strong suction (4 HP, 85 CFM) and a versatile accessory kit. Its limited tank size and inability to handle ash limit its use in larger or specialized jobs. Best for homeowners and light-commercial users needing a portable, powerful vacuum.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 6.08 kgbest | 6.985 kg |
22.71 Lbest | 19 L | |
4 hp | 5.5 hpbest | |
120 Vbest | 120 Vbest | |
1 yearsbest | — | |
1.19 mbest | — | |
— | 2.134 mbest | |
85 CFM | 102 CFMbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Power & Electrical(1) | ||
Cord Length (m) | 1.19 m | 18-25 m |
Performance(2) | ||
Peak Horsepower (hp) | 4 hp | 5.5 hp |
Airflow (CFM) | 85 CFM | 102 CFM |
Accessories(1) | ||
Number of Accessories Included (count) | 10 count | 9 count |
Build & Design(5) | ||
Weight (kg) | 6.08 kg | 6.985 kg |
Dustbin / Tank Capacity (L) | 22.71 L | 19 L |
Height (cm) | 52.00 cm | 41.91 cm |
Width (cm) | 35.05 cm | 34.04 cm |
Length (cm) | 35.05 cm | 47.244 cm |
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Retailer descriptions highlight the SL18116P as a solid mid-tier shop vacuum suited for commercial, automotive, warehouse, and industrial environments, noting its 85 CFM airflow, durable build, rear blower port, and organized accessory storage as key strengths.
Everyday users appreciate the unit's portability, strong suction, and flexible filter system for both wet and dry messes, while commonly noting the limitation of the 6-gallon capacity and the fact that it is not appropriate for ash cleanup.
Professional reviewers emphasize the vacuum's robust 5.5 HP motor and 320 air-watts suction, describing it as outstanding for garage and workshop clean-ups. They also commend the 1-micron cartridge filter for excellent fine-dust removal and note the added blower conversion as a useful multifunctional capability.
No direct consumer reviews or ratings were found in the research, so everyday user sentiment cannot be determined from the available data.
