The long-running cordless pick for anyone already on Makita 18V batteries, for cleaning stairs, aisles and job sites.
Amazon $699The Makita XCV17Z 36V 1.6 Gallon rates 3.3 among cordless backpack vacuums; the Atrix Ergo Pro VACBPAI rates 3.1 among corded ones. The Atrix Ergo Pro VACBPAI costs $461.61 less ($237.39 vs $699).
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A budget HEPA backpack for occasional or small-business cleaning. Its weight makes it a poor pick for all-day use.
Amazon $237.39Scores side by side
These two sit in different power source classes (cordless and corded), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own power source peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Makita XCV17Z 36V 1.6 Gallon | Atrix Ergo Pro VACBPAI |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Airflow 25% | 25 78 CFM | 51 106 CFM |
| Price 20% | 38 $699 | 91 $237.39 |
| Weight 15% | 45 15 lb | 7 19.2 lb |
| Reach 10% | 100 up to 139 min per charge | 50 cord length not published (neutral score used) |
| Capacity 10% | 55 6.4 qt | 75 8 qt |
| Noise 10% | 62 67 dBA | 23 72 dBA |
| Warranty 10% | 100 3-year motor warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Makita XCV17Z 36V 1.6 Gallon | Atrix Ergo Pro VACBPAI | |
|---|---|---|
| Suction | ||
| Airflow | 78 CFM | 106 CFM |
| Water lift (not scored) | 44 in | - |
| Motor (not scored) | - | 1,400 W |
| Collection | ||
| Capacity | 6.4 qt | 8 qt |
| Bagless | No | No |
| Filtration | 2-stage HEPA | HEPA |
| Power | ||
| Power | 36 V battery | Corded |
| Runtime (longest stated) | 139 min | - |
| Runtime on max | 40 min | - |
| Battery and charger included | No | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 15 lb | 19.2 lb |
| Noise | 67 dBA | 72 dBA |
| Warranty (motor) | 3 years | - |