MetroVac Air Force Blaster B-3V
A long-hose, all-steel version of the Commander for home and mobile groomers. Pick it over the Commander for the longer hose.
Amazon $342.99$342.99
The MetroVac Air Force Blaster B-3V is the better dog grooming dryer overall, rated 3.5 to 3.4. The MetroVac Air Force Blaster B-3V leads on features.
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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
Which should you buy?
- Choose the MetroVac Air Force Blaster B-3V for features (variable speed, 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 Blaster B-3V | MetroVac Air Force Commander AFTD-3V |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Airflow 25% | 46 126 CFM | 46 126 CFM |
| Motor power 15% | 73 1,200 W rated input | 73 1,200 W rated input |
| 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) | 20 $2.72 per CFM ($342.99, 126 CFM) |
| Features 20% | 50 variable speed, 10 ft hose | 40 variable speed, 3 nozzles |
| Noise 5% | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 100 5-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| MetroVac Air Force Blaster B-3V | MetroVac Air Force Commander AFTD-3V | |
|---|---|---|
| Blower | ||
| Type | Force dryer | Force dryer |
| Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Rated input power | 1,200 W | 1,200 W |
| Current draw | 10 A | 10 A |
| Peak horsepower (not scored) | 4 HP | 4 HP |
| Airflow | 126 CFM | 126 CFM |
| Speed settings | Variable | Variable |
| Drying | ||
| Heater | Motor-warmed only | - |
| Hose | 10 ft | 6 ft |
| Power cord | 12 ft | 12 ft |
| Nozzles and air tools | 2 | 3 |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 8.4 lb | 8 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |