DEWALT 20V MAX Hand Vacuum, Cordless, for Wet or Dry Surfaces, 1/2-Gallon Tank, Washable Filter, Portable, Bare Tool Only (DCV517B)
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Features
- Gore HEPA wet/dry filter traps 99.97% of dust at 0.3 microns
- Dual clean-up modes allow for debris removal with either the front utility nozzle or extendable rubber hose
- 1/2 gallon tank with heavy-duty latch is easy to empty and clean
- Washable filter; Tap or water rinse to clean
- Heavy-duty rubber hose provides durability and flexibility
- Large on/off switch that is easy to access with one hand
- Runs off of 20V Max DEWALT battery packs for long run-time
Description
The 20V MAX 1/2 Gallon Wet/Dry Portable Vacuum runs off all 20V MAX battery packs for long runtime. The HEPA wet/dry filter traps 99.97% of dust at 0.3 microns. Dual clean-up modes allow for debris removal with either the front utility nozzle or extendable rubber hose. The portable vacuum is easy to use with a heavy duty tank latch for emptying and cleaning, a large on/off switch for one-hand access, and a heavy-duty rubber hose that provides durability and flexibility.
Brand: DEWALT
Special Feature: HEPA, Portable, Wet/Dry/Washable Filter
Filter Type: HEPA Filter
Surface Recommendation: Hard Floor, Carpet
Power Source: Battery Powered
Other Special Features of the Product: HEPA, Portable, Wet/Dry/Washable Filter
Filter Type: HEPA Filter
Surface Recommendation: Hard Floor, Carpet
Capacity: 0.5 gallons
Recommended Uses For Product: Carpet, Hard Floor, Garage, Home, Office, Bare Floor
Color: Black/Yellow
Noise Level: 80 db
Style Name: Wet/Dry Vac Only
Number of Power Levels: 2
Indoor Outdoor Usage: Indoor
Finish Types: Brushed
Power Source: Battery Powered
Voltage: 20 volts
Amperage: 20 A
Controller Type: Hand Control
Control Method: Touch
Connectivity Technology: Cordless
Brand Name: DEWALT
Included Components: (1) DCV515B 1/2 gal Vac
Model Name: 20V MAX CORDLESS WET/DRY VAC
Model Number: DCV517B
Manufacturer: DEWALT
Number of Items: 1
Global Trade Identification Number: 08
UPC: 885911461108
Unit Count: 1 Count
Manufacturer Warranty Description: 3 year limited warranty.
Item Type Name: Vacuum
Item Weight: 4.5 pounds
Item Dimensions L x W x H: 8.44"L x 6.38"W x 17.69"H
Form Factor: Handheld
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Style: Wet/Dry Vac Only
I'm an old tool guy and I own a few Dewalt 20v cordless tools, and I have owned and own other brands as well. I've also owned several cordless hand vacs including recently the Shark and Dustbuster. I've been putting this Dewalt hand vac through its paces for the last five days and this is what I've come up with. First, I'd like to address some of the negative comments such as it being loud, or heavy. I really hadnt noticed it being any louder than any other ones that I've owned. It might be slightly, but its a more powerful vac with larger motor and 20 volts compared to 7.2 volts that most other hand vacs are rated at. You definitely wont be needing to use earplugs as someone suggested in their review...LOL. So when I first turned mine on after getting it, I was expecting something really loud, it wasnt, I just busted out laughing. As far as some saying its heavy. Yes it is a little heavier (maybe a few ounces), but please keep this in mind. Most of the other cordless hand vacs on the market are only 7.2 volts battery packs, including the two other ones that I mentioned. This runs on a 20 volt power pack thats more than twice the power of the others, so its going to be a little heavier, it has a larger capacity power pack. But, the trade off for those extra few ounces is that you get a much better performing vac, more powerful suction and much longer run times in between charges. Another reviewer mentioned the small debris canister, well its a half gallon capacity, (which is large for a cordless portable hand vac), much larger than most of the other cordless hand vacs on the market. Any larger than that, you might as well use a full size vacuum cleaner, its a portable cordless hand vac, not designed to vacuum a whole house. I've vacuumed my 4 door GMC truck, my Jeep Wrangler YJ, my wifes Mazda CX5, and my workbench work area without needing to empty the canister. Oh, and heres the one that really got me laughing once I tested mine. A couple of people said that the side exhaust vents blows the debris all over the place before you can vacuum them up. Well the vents shoot straight out of the side of the machine horizontally, not downward as one said. The only way the vent would blow the debris around is if you hold the vac sideways on its side (pointing the side vent downward). If you do that, the nozzle is then vertical and not going to vacuum very well due to the horizontal design of the nozzle. So those results would have been from user error. Another reviewer mentioned that the on/off switch is difficult to use. Well, if you'll notice in my 3rd photo, I have four fingers and a thumb grasp around the handle, so you just move one of your four fingers a half inch and flip the switch, its really that simple. If this 61 year old guy with arthritis can easily do it, I'm sure anyone else can too. So, for me its been the best performing cordless hand vac that I've ever owned, and I've owned quite a few over the decades. I highly recommend, it will be the last cordless hand vac that you'll ever need.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2022 by Rick
Style: Wet/Dry Vac Only
Great little unit, nice and small, easy to store under the counter, very handy in car, truck, counters, work benches. plenty of suction for its size and expectation.
Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2026 by Joseph M.
Style: Wet/Dry Vac Only
I bought this last fall to clean up around out fireplace that we keep going all winter. Bringing in firewood just makes a mess around the fireplace and I decided to do some research on hand held vacuums. This one had good online ratings and I took a shot. My wife looked at me like I was crazy when it showed up as she said we have a good Kirby vacuum. Of course the Kirby weighs 50 pounds and has to be lugged back in to the living room and then mess with the long cord to clean up 10 sq. ft. of area around the fireplace. I put it next to the fireplace where it fit nicely off to the side out of sight and it was a breeze to grab it when I put wood in the fire. Just a couple of seconds. The unit is well built, has great suction and best of all, uses the Dewalt 20v batteries that I already have for my drill driver, impact swazall and weed eater. It has enough suction power to pick up most anything that will fit in the hose and its debris storage is internal and easy to empty. I has a fiber filter that is very easy to blow out and clean. I found that it was probably best on the 5ah batteries rather than the 2ah batteries just for a little longevity. I generally swapped out the battery once a month and had no issues. Even worked with the aftermarket Dewalt knock off batteries, which are as good as the originals for a heck of a lot less money. The hose detaches from the unit and stretches out pretty good for tight areas where the vac is too big to get in to. My bride now thinks I'm much smarter once she started using it and now uses it in her car or just anything that needs a quick vac without having to haul out the big Kirby. There's a lot of bang for the buck here, especially if you already own Dewalt 20v stuff.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2025 by jpt
Style: Wet/Dry Vac Only
So I have 2 sets of batteries and tools at home: DeWalt 20v and Makita 18v. I like both but use them for different things mostly because I got the attachments and tools that work well for different applications (DeWalt for common drill/tool stuff, Makita for outdoors/specialty stuff) whenever I could for the cheapest I could. Anyways I tried out both this one and 1 of the Makita handheld-ish vacs (XCV11Z) for the Max20v and 18v batteries respectively. The short version is both of them are known to be pretty reliable and have OK weight (not exactly super light but not heavy) but also broadly similar levels of air movement. The Makita had much better capacity in its bin. HOWEVER the suction on the DeWalt handheld vac was noticeably better than the Makita. And IMO the better suction was a much more important attribute here. Attachments for the 1.2" hose the DeWalt uses are cheaper (Makita uses a special hose diameter so everything costs more and is harder to find good stuff for) and easier to get too. The real clincher was that the DeWalt 20v vac is around $100 cheaper at the time of buying so this is the one I went with. I took a star off because it doesn't come with any extensions or tools, its lightly built so dropping it from waist height will probably break something, the rated 1/2 gal capacity in the bin is too optimistic IMO, and the default built in tool 'tip' for the handle/hose doesn't work (poor suction and overly bulky). I do wish it moved more air as well. Other thoughts: eats batteries!! Some older 2ah 20v batteries I've got were drained in around 10min!!! But all battery operated vacs suck power and have mediocre run times apparently. Even the 60v ones. So I won't mark down for that. You're going to want at least a 6ah battery for this. 9ah is better. Remember the suction on these is OK but airflow is low so you gotta move them around a whole lot and run them for a while to get even a corner of a room clean. Those large capacity batteries get rather awkward to load into this thing but they will fit and will give you around 45min to a hour-ish of run time. Good enough to clean your car out and still do some stuff on the side before needing a recharge. You're going to want some 1.2" attachments too. The stock hose is OK for what it is but rather limiting. A crevice tool, especially a long one for dryers or car seats, is practically a must have as well I'd say. At the MSRP of $150+ I'd say its a much harder sell to justify. I'd actually start looking at either the 60v line of DeWalt battery vacs or the stronger Makita battery operated vacs instead. They cost more but you get lots more too.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2024 by synonomnomnom
Style: Wet/Dry Vac Only
This vacuum is a total win in my book. The flexibility to use different DeWalt batteries is a game changer—it fits right into my existing tool setup without needing extra chargers or adapters. Whether I’m using a 20V or a FlexVolt, it powers up and performs like a champ. The suction is impressively strong, easily handling sawdust, debris, and even heavier messes without bogging down. The hose detaches smoothly, which makes it super convenient for quick cleanups or switching attachments. And when it’s time to empty or clean the unit, it’s straightforward and hassle-free—no awkward parts or messy disassembly. For a compact, cordless vacuum, this one punches way above its weight. If you’re already in the DeWalt ecosystem and want a reliable, portable vac with serious power, this is a 5-star buy all the way!
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Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2025 by Dan H
Style: Wet/Dry Vac Only
This has great suction for its size. Way more convenient that larger plug in wet vacs. Great tool to have in the toolkit
Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2026 by Erick Randy Berman
Style: Wet/Dry Vac Only
This review is for the DEWALT DCV517B Bare tool, sometimes amazon groups several variations together. This does not come with batteries, but it uses the lithium ion 20v max batteries. This is not like the larger Dewalt vacuum, this one only runs off battery power and it cannot be plugged in to run. It has 2 filters, a HEPA cylinder filter and a small disc filter. Disc filter N445843 HEPA filter N445836 This does not have the suction of a shop vac or the typical 120 volt vac, it is a small compact hand held vac that is great for small jobs when it is a pain to dig out the vac and cord. If it’s a big mess this won’t work very well. The suction hose can be pulled out of the nozzle so it has a flexible hose for getting in tight places, but the hose is short. The filter has a lip around the top of it that catches dirt when trying to dump out the dirt bin. Not much dirt stays in the groove, but it is a minor inconvenience. I like this small vac for what it is, a light weight small vac for small jobs. !.25” attachments can be used on it. If you want a great compact corded vac with lots of suction then find this one on amazon Eureka EasyClean Corded Hand-Held Vacuum, 71B . If you want a cordless vac that uses the dewalt batteries the convenient size of the Dewalt is nice.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2017 by Frank
Style: Wet/Dry Vac Only
I bought this to stop hauling my large 4 gallon in and out of a small, long term project area. It does okay, but like many said, suction isn’t great and I doubt I’ll ever use it for the wet vac function. It’ll clear debris for better visibility and less mess, but not at the fine partial dust level without multiple passes or a fully cleaned filter. It struggles with anything larger than an m&m. It could be more powerful. You can definitely tell a suction drop off as the battery is dying or the filter is getting clogged. I probably need to pick up a second filter. I picked up a generic extra attachment set that works okay. Overall this solves my problem pretty in my current project, but has been the most underwhelming Dewalt purchase as of late. I’ll eventually pick up the 2gal cordless/corded wet/dry vac. For now this device is okay.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2025 by Amazon Customer