Suds Lab JD Jet Dry
A low-priced corded handheld with heat and a filter, for spot drying after a wash.
Amazon $79.99$79.99
The Suds Lab JD Jet Dry is the better car dryer blower overall, rated 2.8 to 2.2. The Suds Lab JD Jet Dry leads on features. The Auto Joe ATJ-ABD1 Water Dryer costs $29.29 less ($50.70 vs $79.99).
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Auto Joe ATJ-ABD1 Water Dryer
A small, cheap blower for mirrors, badges and motorcycles; too weak to dry a whole car quickly.
Amazon $50.70$50.70
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Suds Lab JD Jet Dry for features (filtered air, heated air, reach (20 ft hose or cord, or cordless) vs speed control).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every corded handhelds car dryer blower; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Suds Lab JD Jet Dry | Auto Joe ATJ-ABD1 Water Dryer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.8/5 | 2.2/5 |
| Motor power 25% | 40 1.5 peak HP (wattage not published) | 0 motor power not published, scored as none |
| Air speed 15% | 50 air speed not published (neutral score used) | 50 air speed not published (neutral score used) |
| Airflow 15% | 0 airflow not published, scored as none | 5 66 CFM |
| Value 15% | 51 $53.33 per peak HP ($79.99, 1.5 HP; wattage not published) | 50 motor power not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 20% | 65 filtered air, heated air, reach (20 ft hose or cord, or cordless) | 20 speed control |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Suds Lab JD Jet Dry | Auto Joe ATJ-ABD1 Water Dryer | |
|---|---|---|
| Blower | ||
| Type | Corded handheld | Corded handheld |
| Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Peak horsepower | 1.5 HP | - |
| Airflow | - | 66 CFM |
| Speed settings | - | 2 |
| Drying | ||
| Heated air | Yes | - |
| Heat above ambient | 25 F | - |
| Filtered air | Yes | - |
| Power cord | 20 ft | 10 ft |