MetroVac Air Force Commander AFTD-3V
A durable, long-warrantied single-motor dryer for home groomers who want a dryer that lasts. It costs more per CFM than the imports.
Amazon $342.99$342.99
The MetroVac Air Force Commander AFTD-3V is the better dog grooming dryer overall, rated 3.4 to 2.8. The MetroVac Air Force Commander AFTD-3V leads on warranty. The ECC Mini K-9 wins on features. The MetroVac Air Force Commander AFTD-3V costs $82.01 less ($342.99 vs $425).
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ECC Mini K-9
A portable show and travel dryer from a long-running American maker. The price buys build and support rather than published performance.
Amazon $425$425
Which should you buy?
- Choose the MetroVac Air Force Commander AFTD-3V for warranty (5-year warranty vs 2-year on the motor, 90-day on other parts (counted as 1.1-year)).
- Choose the ECC Mini K-9 for features (2 speeds, 2 heat settings, 10 ft hose vs variable speed, 3 nozzles).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every single-motor force dryers dog grooming dryer; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | MetroVac Air Force Commander AFTD-3V | ECC Mini K-9 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Airflow 25% | 46 126 CFM | 0 airflow not published, scored as none |
| Motor power 15% | 73 1,200 W rated input | 70 9.5 A at 120 V (about 1,140 W) |
| Air speed 10% | 50 air speed not published (neutral score used) | 50 air speed not published (neutral score used) |
| Value 10% | 20 $2.72 per CFM ($342.99, 126 CFM) | 50 airflow not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 20% | 40 variable speed, 3 nozzles | 60 2 speeds, 2 heat settings, 10 ft hose |
| Noise 5% | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 100 5-year warranty | 22 2-year on the motor, 90-day on other parts (counted as 1.1-year) |
Specifications
| MetroVac Air Force Commander AFTD-3V | ECC Mini K-9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Blower | ||
| Type | Force dryer | Force dryer |
| Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Rated input power | 1,200 W | - |
| Current draw | 10 A | 9.5 A |
| Peak horsepower (not scored) | 4 HP | - |
| Airflow | 126 CFM | - |
| Speed settings | Variable | 2 |
| Drying | ||
| Heater | - | 2 settings |
| Hose | 6 ft | 10 ft |
| Power cord | 12 ft | - |
| Nozzles and air tools | 3 | 2 |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 8 lb | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | 90 days |
| Motor warranty | - | 2 years |