DEWALT 6-Gallon STEALTHSONIC Ultra Quiet Poly Shop Vacuum Wet and Dry with 6 Dust Bags, 5 Peak HP Noise Reduction Wet/Dry Vac for…
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$149.97
Updated May 14, 2026 · 1 min read
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Across the reviewers we read, the DEWALT StealthSonic 6-gallon's defining trait is acoustic, not horsepower. r/Tools threads describe it as 'INSANELY QUIET,' with one owner specifically buying it for basement use ahead of a newborn arriving, and r/woodworking echoes that take. r/Dewalt owners with a year of use call it 'freakishly quiet' and report being able to run it indoors without disturbing the household.
What reviewers liked
- Multiple r/Tools and r/woodworking owners independently describe it as exceptionally quiet
- 6-gallon capacity hits a usable middle ground for home and garage
- Ships with multiple dust bags for cleaner emptying
- 4.4-star Amazon average with consistent owner sentiment
- Wet/dry capability suitable for indoor use without disrupting the household
Where it falls short
- r/Costco owners describe suction as merely 'fine,' not class-leading
- Modest Amazon review count (under 100) limits statistical confidence
- No independent lab measurement in the supplied signals to confirm the 65 dB claim
- Priced higher than louder competitors with similar tank size
- Peak HP figure is marketing-style and not a direct power indicator
Across the reviewers we read, the DEWALT StealthSonic 6-gallon's defining trait is acoustic, not horsepower. r/Tools threads describe it as 'INSANELY QUIET,' with one owner specifically buying it for basement use ahead of a newborn arriving, and r/woodworking echoes that take. r/Dewalt owners with a year of use call it 'freakishly quiet' and report being able to run it indoors without disturbing the household. DEWALT's marketed 65 dB / '50% quieter' claim is largely supported by these specialist-community impressions, though we don't have an independent lab measurement in the supplied signals.
Suction is the trade-off discussion in the data. r/Costco owners describe it as 'fine' but 'not the best shop vac I've ever used,' which is consistent with prioritizing noise reduction over raw airflow. The 6-gallon tank and wet/dry capability hit a usable middle ground for garage and home use, and the Amazon rating (4.4 across 97 reviews) is positive but the review count is modest compared with the older, louder shop-vac standards.
It earns the wet-dry slot here because the StealthSonic platform is designed end-to-end for indoor wet-and-dry use where noise is the actual blocker, basements, finished garages, near living spaces, rather than for maximum suction on a jobsite.
- Highlight 1
- 【STEALTHSONIC Ultra-Quiet Technology】 The DEWALT 6-Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum DXV06P-QTB features an advanced quiet motor, delivering strong suction power and high airflow to tackle tough wet and dry messes—while operating 50% quieter than previous models
- Highlight 2
- 【3x Longer Lifespan】 Powered by a 5 HP heavy-duty motor, this shop vacuum produces 90 CFM of airflow with noise reduction engineering for a quieter, more efficient cleaning experience. Its lifespan extends up to 900 hours, making it three times longer-lasting than standard models
- Highlight 3
- 【Extended Cleaning Reach】 Equipped with a 7-ft durable hose, two extension wands, and a 10-ft power cord, this wet/dry vacuum provides an extended reach of over 17 feet. Easily clean hard-to-reach areas without needing to unplug the vacuum
- Highlight 4
- 【Compact & Portable Design】 High-performance rubberized non-marring casters ensure smooth and easy movement across all surfaces. The large ergonomic handle provides a secure grip and convenient cord wrap, making transportation effortless for any job site or workspace. The reusable cartridge filter captures 95% of dust and contaminants, ensuring cleaner air and an efficient filtration system
- Highlight 5
- 【What’s Included】 DEWALT 6-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac × 1, 1-7/8" × 7' Durable Hose DXVA19-2500 × 1, Extension Wands DXVA19-1202 × 2, Floor Brush DXVA19-2591 × 1, Round Brush DXVA19-2400 × 1, Accessory Bag DXVA19-5158 × 1, Disposable Dust Bags DXVA19-4101 × 6, Utility Nozzle DXVA19-1300 × 1, Washable Cartridge Filter DXVC6910 × 1, Foam Filter DXVA19-1600 × 1, Crevice Nozzle DXVA19-1400 × 1, Tool Adaptor DXVA19-2780 × 1, Instruction Manual × 1
Just be careful because there is also a previous 6 gallon not a stealthsonic which has the blower function out the back and is not as quiet .
They are freakishly quiet vacuums. I've had mine for about a year now and been more than happy with it so far. Can literally use the thing in the house and ...
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