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CRAFTSMAN CMXEVBE17594 12 Gallon 6.0 Peak HP Wet Dry Vac, Portable Shop Vacuum Wet and Dry with Filter, Dust Bag, Hose and Attachments for Home Projects & Renovations

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Size: 12 Gallon 6.0 Peak HP w/Filter, Dust Bag, Hose


Features

  • POWERFUL PERFORMANCE: 6.0 Peak HP and 12-gallon shop vac drum ideal for projects in the garage, on the jobsite, home renovations or floods
  • DUAL-FLEX TECHNOLOGY: 2-1/2 in. diameter shop vacuum hose features Dual-Flex technology for 180-degree mobility at each end to resist kinking
  • BUILT-IN BLOWER PORT: Rear blowing port on this wet/dry vac allows for quick cleaning of leaves and grass clippings in your garage and outdoors
  • EXTRA-LONG POWER CORD: 20 ft. power cord provides reach for most chores and wraps neatly around ergonomic, carry handle for storage
  • ACCESSORIES INCLUDED: 2-1/2 in. x 7 ft. POS-I-LOCK Dual-Flex Hose, 2 Extension Wands, Utility Nozzle, Car Nozzle, Wet Nozzle, Qwik Lock Filter and Dust Collection Bag
  • COMPATIBLE FILTERS: CMXZVBE38751, CMXZVBE38753, CMXZVBE38754, CMXZVBE38773, CMXZVBE38755, CMXZVBE38776, CMXZVBE38777, CMXZVBE38778, and CMXZVBE38779 Genuine CRAFTSMAN Vac Filters
  • COMPATIBLE DUST BAGS: CMXZVBE38735 Genuine CRAFTSMAN Dust Bags
  • VAC WARRANTY: 3 Year Limited Warranty

Description

The CRAFTSMAN 12 Gallon Wet/Dry Vac, featuring a powerful 6.0 Peak HP motor, is our most compact high performance vac, great for tackling medium to large cleanup projects in the garage, shop and on the jobsite. This shop vac can handle any mess and gives the homeowner, garage dweller or home renovator a solid capacity for tough messes. This 12-gallon shop vacuum is equipped with a large 2-1/2 in. diameter hose that allows for larger pickups and features Dual-Flex that adds flexibility at each end. On-board hose storage plus accessory and power cord organizers help eliminate unneeded hassle and reduce overall storage space. The Qwik Lock Filter Fastening System allows for quick and easy wet dry vacuum filter changes. Equipped with an extra-large drain, it quickly empties the tank of liquids. Gallons indicated reflect drum volume, not necessarily collection capacity, actual capacity dependent upon type of debris collected, condition of filter and other factors. Peak horsepower represents a level at or below the maximum horsepower output of an electric motor tested in a laboratory using a dynamometer.

Brand: CRAFTSMAN


Special Feature: Blowing Port; Wet/Dry; Casters; Portable; Drain; Onboard Storage


Filter Type: Cartridge


Surface Recommendation: All Surface Types


Power Source: Corded Electric


Other Special Features of the Product: Blowing Port; Wet/Dry; Casters; Portable; Drain; Onboard Storage


Filter Type: Cartridge


Surface Recommendation: All Surface Types


Capacity: 12 Gallons


Maximum Suction: 39 Inches


Recommended Uses For Product: Outdoor


Color: Red


Noise Level: 75 Decibels


Motor Horsepower: 6 Horsepower


Number of Speeds: 1


Portable: Yes


Number of Power Levels: 1


Indoor Outdoor Usage: Outdoor


Number of Wheels: 4


Power Source: Corded Electric


Is Product Cordless: No


Item Dimensions L x W x H: 21.03"L x 23.8"W x 23.43"H


Hose Length: 7 Feet


Form Factor: Cannister


Number of Handles: 1


Brand Name: CRAFTSMAN


Included Components: Wet/Dry Vac, 2-1/2 in. x 7 ft. POS-I-LOCK Dual-Flex Hose, 2 Extension Wands, Utility Nozzle, Car Nozzle, Wet Nozzle, Qwik Lock Pleated Paper Filter, Dust Collection Bag


Model Name: CMXEVBE17594


Model Number: CMXEVBE17594


Manufacturer: Emerson Tool Company


Number of Items: 1


Global Trade Identification Number: 11


UPC: 648846007311


Manufacturer Warranty Description: 3 year limited warranty.


Item Type Name: 12 Gallon Shop Vacuum


Unit Count: 1.0 Count


Voltage: 120 Volts


Wattage: 1260 watts


Amperage: 10.5 Amps


Control Method: Touch


Frequently asked questions

The Craftsman CMXEVBE17594 Shop Vacuum has a capacity of 12 gallons. This makes it suitable for cleaning up both small and large messes around your home or workspace.

The Craftsman CMXEVBE17594 Wet/Dry Vac boasts a powerful 6.0 peak horsepower motor. This means it can handle heavy-duty clean-up tasks with ease.

Yes, the Craftsman CMXEVBE17594 Wet/Dry Vac is designed with portability in mind. While it has a large capacity, it is still easy to move around your home or workspace, thanks to its lightweight and portable design.

The Craftsman CMXEVBE17594 Shop Vacuum comes with several attachments that make it versatile and suitable for multiple tasks. These attachments include a utility nozzle, car nozzle, two extension wands, a wet nozzle, and a Qwik Lock filter fastening system.

Top Amazon Reviews

🚀 Abunda's Overview

This is our summary and key points to consider based on customer reviews.


The Craftsman shop vacuum is touted for its robust power, providing the best suction at great value-for-money. It comes with numerous handy accessories and tools, which are useful for various cleaning tasks and are well-organized. Some users have noted it as large in size, which is positive for airflow capacity but might be inconvenient for storage in tight spaces. There are also mixed reports regarding the easy installation of wheels, with some users not having any issue and others stating wheels tend to come off.

Pros

  • 💪 Exceptional power and suction
  • 💼 Comes with range of helpful add-ons and tools
  • 💰 Good value for the price
  • 🔄 Easily used for both wet and dry vacuuming

Cons

  • 🚚 Size may be too large for some spaces
  • ↩️ Some difficulty reported with wheel installation
  • ⚡️ Power cable may not be securely stored during moves

Should I Buy It?

Yes, the Craftsman shop vacuum is a solid purchase if you require a powerful and versatile tool for various clean-up tasks. The potential size and wheel installation issues seem to be minor inconveniences when compared to the vacuum's overall performance and usefulness. If space is not a constraint and you are okay with possible slight installation hassles, this strong and durable shop vacuum is indeed a good investment.


  • Excellent vac with a fiasco product experience
Size: 12 Gallon 6.0 Peak HP w/Filter, Dust Bag,...
CRAFTSMAN 12 Gallon 6.0 Peak HP Wet/Dry Vac, Portable Shop Vacuum with Attachments is my second Craftsman shop vac. My first was the 16 gallon and there are noticeable differences between the two sizes. The only reason I don't have the 16 gallon is because of a not so honest person we dealt with selling our house so I gave away many items that I still needed, due to him giving us false closing info....anyway on to more interesting things to talk about. This 12 gallon shop vac is very very light weight. The 16 gal not so much. Attachments, canister, hose are all smaller in size than the 16 gal which I like. Suction is just 1 /2 mini horse smaller than the 16 gal but it suctions just as well and even better! Why better? Because the 1/2 (higher) mini horse power made the vacuum suction TO the floor with any attachments on it. Where as this vac suctions extremely well, draws up EVERYTHING from dust to concrete chunks AND doesn't suction its self TO the floor. I had to literally always shut off the 16 gal vac to get it to let GO of the floor when it had the floor attachment on. The crevice tool was never a problem. Comes with several attachments and the hose pieces. Once you put the hose pieces together they are VERY difficult to pull apart. They are very tight fitting, so that's a pro, the not pulling apart easily is a con but better than them not fitting together. Had the same problem with the 16 gal. We had to gently but firmly mallet the feet on. They are supposed to snap on....nope. Cons & my fiasco experience: My shop vac arrived WITHOUT screws of ANY kind. Zero, nada, zilch...none. Sooooo, I called Amazon customer service. Long story short they were going to give me a $17 discount for no screws but I felt this was a screwy offer - yes pun intended. WHY should I take that offer? The screws SHOULD have been included...PERIOD. I didn't want a discount, I wanted the screws to attach the hose holders and handle! Fiasco #2. - 6 lid teeth were broken off in shipping. So when the Amazon customer service person hears me griping about his $17 offer, I brought up the broken teeth which he then tried to grill me on why am I bringing this up NOW ? He didn't believe me. I didn't bring it up because I was calling to get missing screws. The teeth are important but don't affect the performance overall. The lid has locks on two sides to hold it down. BUT again, I paid full price for this vac sooooo..... Long story short I submitted photos of the broken teeth, told him I'd have to make an effort to replace and match/ find the right screws and/ or glue on the handle with construction cement (fiancé is going to do this) . I demanded a steeper discount and he FINALLY listened and gave it. I'm VERY pleased with this Craftsman shop vac. It performs like a pro, iand s easy on the pocket book. A+++++ rating B and half of a minus grading for customer service. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2024 by Frogs & Flowers

  • I will never buy a different brand shopvac this is perfect.
Size: 12 Gallon 6.0 Peak HP w/Filter, Dust Bag,...
When I broke my old craftsman shopvac two years ago I thought I would try a cheaper brand with supposedly the same specs and power as my old craftsman.. but that thing was total garbage. I couldnt even vacuum leaves in my garage without it clogging I got so mad I just threw it away and bought this craftsman again, and oh boy, am I glad I did. I had forgot how great the suction plwer is with craftsman shopvacs. I use it for so many things I even vacuum my backyard bc my neighbors tree constantly drops leaves. This vac sucks everything, it never clogs, it has a huge amount of space inside. Its easy to assemble, easy to use, the hose doesnt come out of the intake port if you pull too hard, it rolls easily, it opens and empties easily and yet it will not open unless you intend to open it, the attachments are so perfect for all my needs, and the diameter of the tubes is big enough that it wont clog on large leaves or rocks or stray vines. I use this for everything to keep my outside and garage clean and Im obsessed with it. I will always own this shopvac or one like it by craftsman and never will I ever try a other brand ever again. OH it also killed it, when I cleaned my subaru. It has a skinny tip attachment that works perfectly for vacuuming car carpets and seats and cracks. My car is spotless and I love that. Great vac, 10 stars.. perfect. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2024 by Animal whisperer

  • Best shop vac out there
Size: 12 Gallon 6.0 Peak HP w/Filter, Dust Bag,...
First one lasted over 15 years, and is used constantly for car detailing. Strong suction, easy to clean and replace filter. Works well, can use as blower as well. Love the hose wrap holder. Easy to use and wind up. Rolls nicely.
Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2025 by Dana S

  • Great so far
Size: 12 Gallon 6.0 Peak HP w/Filter, Dust Bag,...
I have one from 25 years ago and this is a big improvement. Rolls better, quieter and has far more suction despite the same spec. I also love having a bag option too!
Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2026 by Lee

  • Good power.
Size: 12 Gallon 6.0 Peak HP w/Filter, Dust Bag,...
The hose is rather stiff.
Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2026 by Mike J

  • It's a Craftsman!
Size: 12 Gallon 6.0 Peak HP w/Filter, Dust Bag,...
Seems to be good quality. Took a few minutes to put all the pieces on but it wasn't long after that it was used to vacuum our truck out after camping! Easy to use and worked great! It's low to the ground so it won't tip over which is a plus! Only one I could find with a 3 year warranty.
Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2026 by CottonLover

  • Mess Slayer 3000: Because Life’s Too Short for Dirt
Size: 12 Gallon 6.0 Peak HP w/Filter, Dust Bag,...
If vacuums were superheroes, this Craftsman would be the one with the cape and the attitude. It sucks up messes like a vacuum ninja on a mission—wet, dry, dusty, crumbly, you name it. I swear it’s got some kind of black hole power hiding in that 12-gallon tank. Dragging this beast around is strangely satisfying — like you’re the boss of clean. Wheels roll smoother than a roller rink, and the handle fits just right for my dramatic “cleaning montage” moments. Attachments? Oh yeah. They’re the trusty sidekicks that make sure no speck of dust gets away. Tight spaces? Covered. Big messes? Obliterated. Spilled cereal? History. This vac is no one-pump chump — it brings serious muscle every time it powers up. If you want a vacuum that makes you feel like a cleanup god (or goddess), grab this bad boy. Just maybe warn your pets — they might think you’ve unleashed a monster. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2025 by Luis Perez

  • A true work horse
Size: 12 Gallon 6.0 Peak HP w/Filter, Dust Bag,...
The media could not be loaded. Twelve-gallon size, amazing suction! Used to pick up scraped off wet and sticky popcorn ceiling. Purchased the bag for inside - hold a lot. Highly recommend. Update (to manufacturer): Really love this machine except one thing: the extension rods, and the different heads that go on the rods need a better system of attachment. My experience has been either they easily come unattached or it’s almost impossible to detach them. I wish I didn’t have to struggle with this. Perhaps a system that turns and locks would be much better. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2025 by abd

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