MetroVac Blaster SideKick SK-1
A small steel handheld for motorcycles, wheels and touch-ups between washes, for owners who keep an extension cord handy.
Amazon $121.99$121.99
The MetroVac Blaster SideKick SK-1 and the BLO AIR-S are evenly matched, rated 2.7 and 2.7. The BLO AIR-S wins on features and air speed. The BLO AIR-S costs $2 less ($119.99 vs $121.99).
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BLO AIR-S
A compact handheld for motorcycles and for blowing water out of grilles and mirrors.
Amazon $119.99$119.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the BLO AIR-S for features (filtered air, heated air, speed control vs filtered air, heated air) and air speed (21,800 ft/min (248 mph) vs 18,000 ft/min (204 mph)).
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 | MetroVac Blaster SideKick SK-1 | BLO AIR-S |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.7/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Motor power 25% | 41 950 W rated input | 40 1.5 peak HP (wattage not published) |
| Air speed 15% | 19 18,000 ft/min (204 mph) | 31 21,800 ft/min (248 mph) |
| Airflow 15% | 0 airflow not published, scored as none | 0 airflow not published, scored as none |
| Value 15% | 68 $128.41 per kW ($121.99, 950 W) | 31 $79.99 per peak HP ($119.99, 1.5 HP; wattage not published) |
| Features 20% | 50 filtered air, heated air | 70 filtered air, heated air, speed control |
| Warranty 10% | 20 1-year warranty | 20 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| MetroVac Blaster SideKick SK-1 | BLO AIR-S | |
|---|---|---|
| Blower | ||
| Type | Corded handheld | Corded handheld |
| Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Rated input power | 950 W | - |
| Peak horsepower | 1.3 HP | 1.5 HP |
| Current draw | 8 A | - |
| Air speed | 18,000 ft/min | 21,800 ft/min |
| Speed settings | - | 2 |
| Drying | ||
| Heated air | Yes | Yes |
| Heat above ambient | 30 F | - |
| Filtered air | Yes | Yes |
| Power cord | 1.2 ft | 16 ft |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 3 lb | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |