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Shop-Vac 5989300 5-Gallon 4.5 Peak HP Stainless Steel Wet/Dry Vacuum: price & specs

Shop-Vac 5989300 5-Gallon 4.5 Peak HP Stainless Steel Wet/Dry Vacuum. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.

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The Shop-Vac 5989300 5-Gallon 4.5 Peak HP Stainless Steel Wet/Dry Vacuum is listed at $143.48 on shopvac.com as of 2026-06-27, #8 cheapest of 12 shop vacuums (median $124); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 34/100 pay-blind standing, #10 of 12 in class.

Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below

Cheapest shop vacuums: Armor All AA255 2.5-Gallon 2 Peak HP Wet/Dry Utility Vacuum — $55.55

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Is the Shop-Vac 5989300 5-Gallon 4.5 Peak HP Stainless Steel Wet/Dry Vacuum a good buy?

At $143, the Shop-Vac 5989300 5-Gallon 4.5 Peak HP Stainless Steel Wet/Dry Vacuum is #8 cheapest of the 12 shop vacuums we track, where the median is $124. On the spec sheet, its hose diameter of 1.25 in is the lowest of the 12, its cord length of 6 ft is the lowest of the 12, and its tank capacity gal of 5 is below the median of the 12.

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What reviewers say about the Shop-Vac 5989300 5-Gallon 4.5 Peak HP Stainless Steel Wet/Dry Vacuum

Only one whitelisted tester (Reviewed/USA Today) hands-on lab-tested this exact Shop-Vac 5989300; it ranked among the weakest in a six-model roundup, praised for light weight and attractive stainless design but faulted for poor suction and rust-prone steel.

Based on 1 review · 1 lab-tested · 2023-09-13

Tested by Reviewed

Consistently praised

  • Light weight and easy to carry
  • Attractive stainless-steel industrial design

Commonly flagged

  • Poor suction; one of the weakest in the roundup
  • Stainless-steel tank may be susceptible to rust

Where reviewers disagree Only one whitelisted source tested this exact model, so no cross-source comparison is possible. Reviewed's verdict is internally consistent: weak suction power offset by portability and looks.

The sources (1)

Reviewed lab-tested ·

Testing showed that the Shop-Vac 5989300 was one of the weaker contenders in our roundup.
The stainless-steel exterior gives the 5989300 a nice industrial look, albeit one that might make it a little more susceptible to rust.
Attractive design

Specifications

Price (US)$143.48 Walmart current retail price
BrandShop-Vac
Released—
Tank capacity gal5
Peak hp4.5
Max airflow (CFM)70
Hose diameter (in)1.25 in
Cord length (ft)6
Wet dryYes
Blower functionYes

Source: shopvac.com (verified 2026-06-19) · corroborated by amazon.com. Shop-Vac manufacturer page confirms 5-gal, 4.5 peak HP, 70 CFM max airflow, 1.25-in hose, 6-ft cord, rear blower port, stainless steel tank. Amazon (5989305 sibling SKU) confirms '1.25 Inch Diameter x 7 Foot Hose, 6 Ft Cord Length.' CORRECTED: price 75.44->143.48; the $75.44 figure is stale and not verifiable. Walmart current price $143.48 (manufacturer page lists $151.95).

Is the Shop-Vac 5989300 5-Gallon 4.5 Peak HP Stainless Steel Wet/Dry Vacuum worth it vs cheaper shop vacuums?

Shop-Vac 5989300 5-Gallon 4.5 Peak HP Stainless Steel Wet/Dry Vacuum against its closest cheaper and pricier shop vacuums on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 12 ranked

ProductPriceTank capacity galPeak hpMax airflow (CFM)Hose diameter (in)Cord length (ft)
Shop-Vac 5989300 5-Gallon 4.5 Peak HP Stainless Steel Wet/Dry Vacuum this$143.4854.5701.25 in6
RIDGID 16 Gallon 6.5 Peak HP NXT Wet/Dry Vac with Detachable Blower HD1600$129166.51612.5 in20
DEWALT DXV10P 10-Gallon 5.5 Peak HP Poly Wet/Dry Vacuum$162.99105.5901.875 in10

Frequently asked questions

What do reviewers say about the Shop-Vac 5989300 5-Gallon 4.5 Peak HP Stainless Steel Wet/Dry Vacuum?

Only one whitelisted tester (Reviewed/USA Today) hands-on lab-tested this exact Shop-Vac 5989300; it ranked among the weakest in a six-model roundup, praised for light weight and attractive stainless design but faulted for poor suction and rust-prone steel. Praised: Light weight and easy to carry; Attractive stainless-steel industrial design. Flagged: Poor suction; one of the weakest in the roundup; Stainless-steel tank may be susceptible to rust. (From 1 tester review, 1 lab-tested.)

How much does the Shop-Vac 5989300 5-Gallon 4.5 Peak HP Stainless Steel Wet/Dry Vacuum cost?

The Shop-Vac 5989300 5-Gallon 4.5 Peak HP Stainless Steel Wet/Dry Vacuum has a US price of $143.48 (Walmart current retail price), as of 2026-06-19.

How does the Shop-Vac 5989300 5-Gallon 4.5 Peak HP Stainless Steel Wet/Dry Vacuum compare on price?

At $143, the Shop-Vac 5989300 5-Gallon 4.5 Peak HP Stainless Steel Wet/Dry Vacuum is #8 cheapest of the 12 shop vacuums we track, where the median is $124.

What are the Shop-Vac 5989300 5-Gallon 4.5 Peak HP Stainless Steel Wet/Dry Vacuum's key specs?

Shop-Vac 5989300 5-Gallon 4.5 Peak HP Stainless Steel Wet/Dry Vacuum (Shop-Vac): tank capacity gal 5, peak hp 4.5, max airflow cfm 70, hose diameter in 1.25 in, cord length ft 6. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-19.

Price of record: $143.48 at shopvac.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:

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