Clear the dust a track saw's port can't catch on its own
Here's how the top-reviewed 2026 shop vacuums compare on suction, hose diameter, and clog resistance.
Compare the top shop vacuumsQuick answer: Our top pick for shop vacuum is the CRAFTSMAN CMXEVBE17595 16 Gallon 6.5 Peak HP Wet/Dry Vac (Best Overall). If you're looking for best for contractors, the RIDGID 62703 RT1200 NXT 12-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac is a strong alternative.
A track saw's dust port is rated for near-total dust collection, but that number assumes a shop vacuum with enough suction and hose diameter to actually keep up -- an undersized or clogged vacuum turns a near-dustless cut back into a visible cloud. Matching hose diameter between the saw's port and the vacuum's hose (with an adapter if needed) matters as much as the vacuum's horsepower rating.
The main trade-off between shop vacuums is tank size and suction power versus noise and portability -- larger, more powerful vacuums clear more debris per pass but take up more floor space and run louder, while compact vacuums are easier to keep within reach of a single tool but need emptying more often.
| Product | Best For | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| CRAFTSMAN CMXEVBE17595 16 Gallon 6.5 Peak HP Wet/Dry Vac | Best Overall | $130 - $160 | 4.7/5 |
| RIDGID 62703 RT1200 NXT 12-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac | Best for Contractors | $140 - $185 | 4.6/5 |
| DEWALT DXV09P-QTA 9-Gallon STEALTHSONIC Shop Vacuum | Best Quiet | $130 - $180 | 4.5/5 |
| DEWALT DXV05P-QT 5-Gallon STEALTHSONIC Shop Vacuum | Best Compact | $80 - $100 | 4.4/5 |
A 16-gallon shop vacuum with a wide 2.5-inch hose and 190 CFM of suction that handled bark, chips, and metal shavings without clogging in independent testing.
A 12-gallon vacuum with a 5.0 peak HP motor and pro-grade locking hose, the shop vac most commonly found in contractors' trucks.
A 9-gallon shop vacuum built around DEWALT's Stealthsonic motor, running roughly 50% quieter than earlier shop vacs while keeping 5-peak-HP suction.
A portable 5-gallon, 4-peak-HP shop vacuum sized for a single track saw or job box, at the lowest price in this comparison.
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The Craftsman CMXEVBE17595's wide hose and 190 CFM suction are the least likely to clog mid-project.
The DEWALT DXV09P-QTA's Stealthsonic motor cuts noise roughly in half without giving up much suction.
The DEWALT DXV05P-QT's 5-gallon size is easy to keep within reach without taking over the shop floor.