MetroVac Air Force Master Blaster MB-3
The pick for salons and owners of big double-coated breeds who want maximum force and a long warranty. It is heavy and needs a dedicated circuit.
Amazon $539.99$539.99
The MetroVac Air Force Master Blaster MB-3 rates 4.1 among twin-motor force dryers dog grooming dryers; the XPOWER B-123 rates 3.9 among single-motor force dryers ones. The XPOWER B-123 costs $331.99 less ($208 vs $539.99).
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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
Scores side by side
These two sit in different type classes (twin-motor force dryers and single-motor force dryers), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own type peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | MetroVac Air Force Master Blaster MB-3 | XPOWER B-123 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Airflow 25% | 83 227 CFM | 81 220 CFM |
| Motor power 15% | 100 2 motors, 2,160 W rated input | 85 12 A at 120 V (about 1,440 W) |
| Air speed 10% | 97 58,500 ft/min (665 mph) | 50 air speed not published (neutral score used) |
| Value 10% | 27 $2.38 per CFM ($539.99, 227 CFM) | 76 $0.95 per CFM ($208, 220 CFM) |
| Features 20% | 45 2 speeds, 10 ft hose, 3 nozzles | 85 variable speed, 2 heat settings, 8 ft hose, 3 nozzles |
| Noise 5% | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) | 50 noise not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 100 5-year warranty | 20 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| MetroVac Air Force Master Blaster MB-3 | XPOWER B-123 | |
|---|---|---|
| Blower | ||
| Type | Force dryer | Force dryer |
| Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Rated input power | 2,160 W | - |
| Current draw | 18 A | 12 A |
| Peak horsepower (not scored) | 8 HP | 4.5 HP |
| Airflow | 227 CFM | 220 CFM |
| Top air speed | 58,500 ft/min | - |
| Speed settings | 2 | Variable |
| Drying | ||
| Heater | Motor-warmed only | 2 settings |
| Hose | 10 ft | 8 ft |
| Power cord | 12 ft | 10 ft |
| Nozzles and air tools | 3 | 3 |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 17 lb | 8.8 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 1 year |