A light, proven 6 qt backpack for daily janitorial work, now succeeded by the GoFit 6.
Amazon $540.40The ProTeam ProVac FS 6 rates 4.1 among corded backpack vacuums; the Makita XCV09Z 36V 1/2 Gallon rates 3.3 among cordless ones. The ProTeam ProVac FS 6 costs $159.60 less ($540.40 vs $700).
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A very light cordless backpack for quick touch-ups, stairs and vehicles, for users already on Makita 18V batteries.
Amazon $700Scores side by side
These two sit in different power source classes (corded and cordless), 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 | ProTeam ProVac FS 6 | Makita XCV09Z 36V 1/2 Gallon |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Airflow 25% | 94 153 CFM | 18 70 CFM |
| Price 20% | 51 $540.40 | 38 $700 |
| Weight 15% | 76 11.6 lb | 92 9.9 lb |
| Reach 10% | 100 50 ft cord | 96 up to 116 min per charge |
| Capacity 10% | 50 6 qt | 0 2 qt |
| Noise 10% | 41 69.7 dBA | 46 69 dBA |
| Warranty 10% | 100 3-year motor warranty | 100 3-year motor warranty |
Specifications
| ProTeam ProVac FS 6 | Makita XCV09Z 36V 1/2 Gallon | |
|---|---|---|
| Suction | ||
| Airflow | 153 CFM | 70 CFM |
| Water lift (not scored) | 91 in | 44 in |
| Motor (not scored) | 1,108 W | - |
| Collection | ||
| Capacity | 6 qt | 2 qt |
| Bagless | No | No |
| Filtration | 4-stage | HEPA |
| Power | ||
| Power | Corded | 36 V battery |
| Cord length | 50 ft | - |
| Runtime (longest stated) | - | 116 min |
| Runtime on max | - | 33 min |
| Battery and charger included | - | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 11.6 lb | 9.9 lb |
| Noise | 69.7 dBA | 69 dBA |
| Warranty (motor) | 3 years | 3 years |