RIDGID

9 Gallon NXT Wet Dry Vac

RIDGID 9 Gallon NXT Wet Dry Vac

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Last updated: Aug 24, 2026

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Reddit Iconankole_watusi
4 months ago

Miele. But if I had the room for it, I’d love to have a vintage Electrolux or a Hoover just for show. Edit: of course a RIGiD NXT shop vac as well. This is one case where the Home Depot house brand gets really good reviews. I also a VersaMatic left over from a previous place, which I don’t use. Not sure if they’re still made? Or maybe no longer imported into US? They’re great if you have wall-to-wall carpeting, which I don’t anymore. It’s a “hotel vacuum”. A skinny upright that can slide under furniture.

Reddit IconBeDrinkable00100
5 months ago

My m18 Fuel vacuum is my new favorite tool. Homeowners always appreciate a clean work site and this thing makes it insanely easy. It’s compact, has good battery life, and stores the attachments inside. Plus I have the pack out gear so it clips right on. I use a big ass corded rigid vac for the really messy stuff though.

Reddit Iconjerryismeanderin
5 months ago

This is my exact loadout. It’s the perfect combo

Reddit IconSilent_Biscotti_3385
5 months ago

I use rigid corded for dry since I can find parts and accessories locally without having to order and have a corded Dewalt for wet. Haven’t had issues from either and both have great suction. Also have a battery makita handheld vacuum for smaller spots and when it’s a small cleanup and I don’t want to have to get everything else drug out. It works great but imagine there’s a better one for the price. I just happened to already have the batteries.

Reddit IconTabbbyWright
4 months ago

Not OP but Ridgid brand is generally a good balance of price and sucking power if you get one with a cord. I wouldn't try vacuuming a whole carpeted house with one, but otherwise they do suck real good lol

Reddit IconDanodude95
10 months ago

In my experience if you’re going corded, Rigid are probably the best shop vacs I’ve seen. I have a couple of the corded/cordless combo Dewalt vacs that are really handy for small stuff on the move but if you want a bit more power go Rigid

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