XPOWER B-24 Thermal Ace
A heated, variable-speed force dryer for salons and home groomers. The B-123 from the same maker publishes more airflow for less money.
Amazon $283$283
The XPOWER B-24 Thermal Ace is the better dog grooming dryer overall, rated 3.5 to 2.8. The XPOWER B-24 Thermal Ace leads on features and motor power. The XPOWER B-24 Thermal Ace costs $142 less ($283 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 XPOWER B-24 Thermal Ace for features (variable speed, heater, 8 ft hose, 3 nozzles vs 2 speeds, 2 heat settings, 10 ft hose) and motor power (12 A at 120 V (about 1,440 W) vs 9.5 A at 120 V (about 1,140 W)).
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 | XPOWER B-24 Thermal Ace | ECC Mini K-9 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Airflow 25% | 57 150 CFM | 0 airflow not published, scored as none |
| Motor power 15% | 85 12 A at 120 V (about 1,440 W) | 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% | 40 $1.89 per CFM ($283, 150 CFM) | 50 airflow not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 20% | 75 variable speed, heater, 8 ft hose, 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% | 20 1-year warranty | 22 2-year on the motor, 90-day on other parts (counted as 1.1-year) |
Specifications
| XPOWER B-24 Thermal Ace | ECC Mini K-9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Blower | ||
| Type | Force dryer | Force dryer |
| Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Current draw | 12 A | 9.5 A |
| Peak horsepower (not scored) | 3 HP | - |
| Airflow | 150 CFM | - |
| Speed settings | Variable | 2 |
| Drying | ||
| Heater | Heater | 2 settings |
| Hose | 8 ft | 10 ft |
| Power cord | 10 ft | - |
| Nozzles and air tools | 3 | 2 |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 8.8 lb | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | 90 days |
| Motor warranty | - | 2 years |