MetroVac Blaster SideKick SK-1 vs Thrustmax TF64A Portable Car Blower

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The Thrustmax TF64A Portable Car Blower rates 3.1 among cordless car dryer blowers; the MetroVac Blaster SideKick SK-1 rates 2.7 among corded handhelds ones. The Thrustmax TF64A Portable Car Blower costs $53.99 less ($68 vs $121.99).

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MetroVac Blaster SideKick SK-1 vs Thrustmax TF64A Portable Car Blower

Scores side by side

These two sit in different type classes (cordless and corded handhelds), 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 weightThrustmax TF64A Portable Car BlowerMetroVac Blaster SideKick SK-1
Overall rating3.1/52.7/5
Motor power 25%26 750 W rated input41 950 W rated input
Air speed 15%15 190 mph19 18,000 ft/min (204 mph)
Airflow 15%93 750 CFM (jet-fan rating)0 airflow not published, scored as none
Value 15%89 $90.67 per kW ($68, 750 W)68 $128.41 per kW ($121.99, 950 W)
Features 20%35 speed control, reach (20 ft hose or cord, or cordless)50 filtered air, heated air
Warranty 10%20 1-year warranty20 1-year warranty

Specifications

Thrustmax TF64A Portable Car BlowerMetroVac Blaster SideKick SK-1
Blower
TypeCordlessCorded handheld
Motors-1
Rated input power750 W950 W
Peak horsepower-1.3 HP
Current draw-8 A
Air speed85 m/s18,000 ft/min
Airflow750 CFM-
Speed settingsVariable-
Drying
Heated air-Yes
Heat above ambient-30 F
Filtered air-Yes
Power cord-1.2 ft
Build
Weight1.8 lb3 lb
Warranty1 year1 year

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