Wall mounted garage vacuums are popular among car owners but they can also be used in workshops, in the home as well as portable or handheld vacuums. You, however, cannot just get any wall mounted vacuum and expect it to do all this.
In this review, I have tried to list the best garage vacuum wall mounted in respect to their features and consumer’s reviews of how they have performed. The thing about wall mounted vacuums is that they take up less space and they leave one hand free to do other things as you vacuum instead of having to carry or push the unit around.
I hope this article will help you make a decision on which to purchase.
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Why buy a wall mounted vacuum?
If you are wondering whether it is worth it to purchase a garage vacuum, here are a few reasons you should go ahead and get one.
- In most cases the best garage vacuum will come with a long hose, this makes it easier to access different parts of the garage, car and if you are cleaning other places, you still have ample reach.
- The vacuums are usually powerful and power is very important when it comes to doing a good clean up.
- The fact that they can be mounted on the wall, means you do not need to look for space to store them.
- Many people use their garage for do it yourself jobs and these leave the place messy so if you are one of those, it helps to have a vacuum stationed in the garage for quick clean up.
Comparison Of The 5 Best Garage Vacuums Wall Mounted
Best Garage Vacuums Wall Mounted Reviews
VacuMaid GV50PRO Professional Wall Mounted Utility Vacuum
One of the outstanding features of the Vacumaid GV50Pro is its hose. It has one of the longest hose of all the best garage vacuums in this list and the hose is also made crush proof which I believe all garage vacuums should be since there is always the risk of accidents as you use them. it has sufficient suction to handle car and garage vacuuming and it manages fine dust effectively.
Highlighted features
- It has a 50-foot hose which provides ample reach around the garage as well as in the car
- It comes with a HEPA style bag which ensures fine dust is not blown out through the exhaust
- It provides suction of 5.7 which makes it effective and fast
- The tank capacity is 7 gallons which is sufficient for a complete cleanup of the garage, car or workshop
- It comes with a hook on which you can coil the hose to keep it neat and out of the way
- Galvanized steel coating for durability and corrosion resistance.
What We Liked
- It takes up less space since you can hang it on the wall
- You can use it outside the garage while it is mounted on the wall inside, thanks to the long hose
- Strong suction ensures the job is done fast and well
- It is designed to last long
- It comes with HEPA style bags that ensure dust does not escape
What We Didn't Like
- It costs much more than many other wall mounted vacuums
Hoover L2310 GUV ProGrade Garage Wall Mounted Utility Vacuum
I like that this is not just a bagless vacuum, but also a self-cleaning vacuum so less money is spent on buying replacement bags and filters, what’s more, if you are as forgetful as me, you probably will appreciate that the filter is self-cleaning. It provides strong suction but you will realize that it is not as loud as other vacuums so your hearing should be safe as you use it.
Highlighted features
- Lifetime self-cleaning filter which does not need replacement and you do not need to use a bag
- A 30-foot hose gives you enough reach around the garage, car and outside the garage
- 7 cleaning attachments that offer you versatility when you are cleaning.
- These include extension wands, crevice tool, floor nozzle, upholstery nozzle, and cleaning brush.
- 10 amp motor provides powerful suction to suck up even stubborn dirt
- Accessory tool bag that can be hung on the wall to keep things organized
- Storage rack to hang the hose on
- The tank has a capacity of 5 gallons
What We Liked
- You do not need to replace bags or filters since the one it comes with is intended to last a lifetime
- You can keep all the accessories in one place in the storage bag
- It is more durable than many other wall mounted garage vacuums
- It is cheaper than many other vacuums in its category
What We Didn't Like
- It is intended only for dry pickups
- It does not have a blower
Vacmaster VWM510 Wall Mountable and with Remote Control
What I find makes this one of the best wall-mounted garage vacuum is the fact that it gives you a little bit of different worlds. It allows you to use it as a mounted unit, but it is also small enough to be used as a portable vacuum and its suction seems uncharacteristically strong for a vacuum its size and the capacity of 5 gallons is sufficient for dust from the car and garage. For me, this is a vacuum I would recommend not just for the garage, but even the house and worksite.
Highlighted features
- It has 5 peak horsepower motor which provides powerful industrial grade suction
- Has an easy release clip to transform it from a wall mounted vacuum to a handheld one
- Remote control handle to save you from walking to the unit to turn it on or off
- Dual purpose filter that can switch from dry to wet vacuuming without having to stop and change filters
- 5-gallon capacity tank which appears small
- 10 foot and 1-foot hose which provide 21 feet reach but you can use only one when using the unit as a portable vac
What We Liked
- The filter does not have to be changed when switching from wet to dry vacuuming
- It can be used as a portable vacuum so it is not limited to just the garage
- Powerful suction makes it good for both domestic and worksite use
- The 2 part hose means you can use it with a shorter hose when necessary or join them and get more reach
- When mounted, you do not need to walk to the unit to turn it on, just use the remote switch
What We Didn't Like
- The tools do not all fit on the side caddy
Shop-Vac 3942000 Wall Mount Wet/Dry Vacuum
This is a straightforward wall mounted vacuum from Shop vac with all the features you would expect a wall mounted vacuum to have. It is easy to install, it can be used as well as a portable vacuum- although it can tip over when you pull it by the hose, it takes up less space and provides the amount of suction you would need to clean up a garage, car, workshop or even drain the sink.
Highlighted features
- 18-foot hose with a number of other accessory tools like 12-inch nozzle, three extension wands, and squeegee.
- Accessory bag which comes with its own hook to keep the tools altogether.
- 5-gallon capacity tank4.5 peak horsepower suction
- Foldable top handle with easy access to the on switch
- On board cord wrap
- Wall mount, but the unit can be detached from the wall
What We Liked
- The long hose comes in handy and saves you the burden of carrying the vac around
- It maintains its suction
- The filter bag prevents the filter from getting clogged
- It comes with a number of useful tools
- It comes with a bag for the tools that can be mounted on the wall as well.
What We Didn't Like
- It can tip over when used off the mount
Prolux Wet Dry Garage Vacuum with Attachments
With this New Prolux, you would have the most feature rich garage vacuum on this list. Not only does it look great, its performance seems to impress me especially with features like being able to tell you when the filter needs to be changed or when the tank needs to be emptied. It is great for use at home as well as in professional car washing/detailing shops. And it comes with a number of accessories- I actually had to do research on how to use some of them.
Highlighted features
- Accessory tools for any cleaning task you need to carry out including shampooing or spraying and inflating
- Washable filter which saves money on buying replacements
- It has an indicator that tells you when the filter needs changing
- When vacuuming liquid, it can tell you when the canister Is full
- Has a bag to keep all the accessories
- 12 amp suction motor
- 32-foot hose
- 5.7-gallon dirt collection bucket
What We Liked
- The HEPA filter is durable and washable which saves money
- It is one of the most versatile garage vacuums.
- It can be used for snow, dust, water spraying inflating, deflating and so much more
- The filter indicator ensures you take good care of the filter
- There is no guessing if the canister is full since there is a clear indicator
- Nice sleek design
What We Didn't Like
- There are so many accessory tools you could lose some easily
How To Choose A Wall Mounted Garage Vacuum
Since not every garage vacuum can be the best wall mounted garage vacuum, here are a few aspects to look out for to ensure you get something worth the investment.
Suction
This cannot be overstressed, a good garage vacuum needs to have enough suction to deal with the common waste you would find in a garage or car. Dust, mud, food crumbs, sawdust, and screws are some of the things you will deal with often so the vacuum needs to be able to suck them up without having to go over the same area over and over again.
Filters
Since you are dealing with dust quite often, it is important that the vacuum has filters that can handle the kind of dust. HEPA filters are the best, but there are other kinds that can also handle fine dust to a certain percentage. The filter also protects the motor. You also need to consider how you will care for the filter, how long it will last before it needs replacement, as well as how easy and affordable it is to get replacements
Hose length
Since the vacuum is going to be stationed on the wall, it is important that the hose can reach the places you would want to vacuum. A long hose is ideal but at the same time consider if the vacuum has a provision for storing the hose, since a long hose may become a burden if there is nowhere to wrap it when you are not using it.
Stability
It is best to consider your safety when buying a wall mount vacuum. The mount needs to be stable and safe so that it will not fall under the weight of the waste in it. Also, you need to ensure that as you remove it to empty the tank, it will not end up on your foot or just falling and creating a new mess for you to clean up.
Versatility
some vacuums can only perform a few tasks, but the best ones can do a number of things like blowing, act as a handheld vacuums and some a very feature rich with functions many others may not have. Think of what you intend to use the vacuum for and see if it has the functions you will need.
Conclusion
All these 5 best garage vacuum wall mounted units have received favorable reviews and it comes down to your choice of vacuum but to help you remember some of the attributes of the different vacuums, I will point out that, if you want a really long hose, then the VacuMaid has the longest hose only that it is also the most expensive.
The Hoover Guv has a self-cleaning filter that lasts long while the Vacmaster is portable, as well as wall, mounted to give you a taste of different worlds and if you want a feature rich vacuum then the New Prolux fits that bill. Whatever you may choose, you should be happy with its performance.