XPOWER B-123
One of the best single-motor buys here, for home groomers and small salons. It publishes high airflow and adds two heat settings at a moderate price.
Amazon $208$208
The XPOWER B-123 is the better dog grooming dryer overall, rated 3.9 to 3.5. The XPOWER B-123 leads on airflow, features and value. The MetroVac Air Force Blaster B-3V wins on warranty. The XPOWER B-123 costs $134.99 less ($208 vs $342.99).
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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
Which should you buy?
- Choose the XPOWER B-123 for airflow (220 CFM vs 126 CFM), features (variable speed, 2 heat settings, 8 ft hose, 3 nozzles vs variable speed, 10 ft hose) and value ($0.95 per CFM ($208, 220 CFM) vs $2.72 per CFM ($342.99, 126 CFM)).
- Choose the MetroVac Air Force Blaster B-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-123 | MetroVac Air Force Blaster B-3V |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Airflow 25% | 81 220 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% | 76 $0.95 per CFM ($208, 220 CFM) | 20 $2.72 per CFM ($342.99, 126 CFM) |
| Features 20% | 85 variable speed, 2 heat settings, 8 ft hose, 3 nozzles | 50 variable speed, 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 | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| XPOWER B-123 | MetroVac Air Force Blaster B-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) | 4.5 HP | 4 HP |
| Airflow | 220 CFM | 126 CFM |
| Speed settings | Variable | Variable |
| Drying | ||
| Heater | 2 settings | Motor-warmed only |
| Hose | 8 ft | 10 ft |
| Power cord | 10 ft | 12 ft |
| Nozzles and air tools | 3 | 2 |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 8.8 lb | 8.4 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 5 years |