A strong all-round single-motor dryer for home groomers and small salons. It pairs high airflow with a heater and a long hose at a mid-range price.
Amazon $187
A long-hose, all-steel version of the Commander for home and mobile groomers. Pick it over the Commander for the longer hose.
- 126 CFMAirflow
- 1,200 WPower
- Motor-warmed onlyHeat
Price checked November 8, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Five-year warranty on the unit and motor
- 10 ft commercial hose
- Variable speed for nervous or small dogs
- No heater
- Costs more per CFM than most imports
How it scores
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Specifications
| Model number | B-3V |
|---|---|
| Blower | |
| Type | Force dryer |
| Motors | 1 |
| Rated input power | 1,200 W |
| Current draw | 10 A |
| Peak horsepower (not scored) | 4 HP |
| Airflow | 126 CFM |
| Speed settings | Variable |
| Drying | |
| Heater | Motor-warmed only |
| Hose | 10 ft |
| Power cord | 12 ft |
| Nozzles and air tools | 2 |
| Build | |
| Weight | 8.4 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years |
Alternatives in this type
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 $208A heated, variable-speed force dryer for salons and home groomers. The B-123 from the same maker publishes more airflow for less money.
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