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 and the MetroVac Air Force Commander AFTD-3V are evenly matched, rated 3.5 and 3.4. The XPOWER B-24 Thermal Ace leads on features, airflow and value. The MetroVac Air Force Commander AFTD-3V wins on warranty. The XPOWER B-24 Thermal Ace costs $59.99 less ($283 vs $342.99).
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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 XPOWER B-24 Thermal Ace for features (variable speed, heater, 8 ft hose, 3 nozzles vs variable speed, 3 nozzles), airflow (150 CFM vs 126 CFM) and value ($1.89 per CFM ($283, 150 CFM) vs $2.72 per CFM ($342.99, 126 CFM)).
- Choose the MetroVac Air Force Commander AFTD-3V for warranty (5-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
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 | MetroVac Air Force Commander AFTD-3V |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Airflow 25% | 57 150 CFM | 46 126 CFM |
| Motor power 15% | 85 12 A at 120 V (about 1,440 W) | 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% | 40 $1.89 per CFM ($283, 150 CFM) | 20 $2.72 per CFM ($342.99, 126 CFM) |
| Features 20% | 75 variable speed, heater, 8 ft hose, 3 nozzles | 40 variable speed, 3 nozzles |
| Noise 5% | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 20 1-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| XPOWER B-24 Thermal Ace | MetroVac Air Force Commander AFTD-3V | |
|---|---|---|
| Blower | ||
| Type | Force dryer | Force dryer |
| Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Rated input power | - | 1,200 W |
| Current draw | 12 A | 10 A |
| Peak horsepower (not scored) | 3 HP | 4 HP |
| Airflow | 150 CFM | 126 CFM |
| Speed settings | Variable | Variable |
| Drying | ||
| Heater | Heater | - |
| Hose | 8 ft | 6 ft |
| Power cord | 10 ft | 12 ft |
| Nozzles and air tools | 3 | 3 |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 8.8 lb | 8 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 5 years |