Makita XCV17Z 36V 1.6 Gallon vs Prolux X8 Pro

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The Prolux X8 Pro rates 3.8 among corded backpack vacuums; the Makita XCV17Z 36V 1.6 Gallon rates 3.3 among cordless ones. The Prolux X8 Pro costs $299.01 less ($399.99 vs $699).

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Makita XCV17Z 36V 1.6 Gallon vs Prolux X8 Pro

Scores 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 weightProlux X8 ProMakita XCV17Z 36V 1.6 Gallon
Overall rating3.8/53.3/5
Airflow 25%64 120 CFM25 78 CFM
Price 20%66 $399.9938 $699
Weight 15%91 10 lb45 15 lb
Reach 10%100 50 ft cord100 up to 139 min per charge
Capacity 10%75 8 qt55 6.4 qt
Noise 10%50 noise level not published (neutral score used)62 67 dBA
Warranty 10%0 warranty not published, scored as none100 3-year motor warranty

Specifications

Prolux X8 ProMakita XCV17Z 36V 1.6 Gallon
Suction
Airflow120 CFM78 CFM
Water lift (not scored)-44 in
Collection
Capacity8 qt6.4 qt
BaglessNoNo
Filtration4-stage HEPA2-stage HEPA
Power
PowerCorded36 V battery
Cord length50 ft-
Runtime (longest stated)-139 min
Runtime on max-40 min
Battery and charger included-No
Build
Weight10 lb15 lb
Noise-67 dBA
Warranty (motor)-3 years

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