XPOWER B-163
The most airflow for the money among twin-motor dryers, for salons and owners of big double-coated breeds. Plan on a 20 A circuit.
Amazon $307$307
320 CFM19 AVariable
4.1/5
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.
- 227 CFMAirflow
- 2,160 WPower
- 58,500 ft/minAir speed
- Motor-warmed onlyHeat
Check price at Amazon$539.99
Price checked November 8, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Two motors with high published airflow and air speed
- Five-year warranty on the unit and motor
- 10 ft hose and 12 ft cord
Cons
- Draws 18 A, so it wants a circuit to itself
- No heater
- Heavy at 17 lb
How it scores
The rating comes from 7 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its type. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | MB-3 |
|---|---|
| Blower | |
| Type | Force dryer |
| Motors | 2 |
| Rated input power | 2,160 W |
| Current draw | 18 A |
| Peak horsepower (not scored) | 8 HP |
| Airflow | 227 CFM |
| Top air speed | 58,500 ft/min |
| Speed settings | 2 |
| Drying | |
| Heater | Motor-warmed only |
| Hose | 10 ft |
| Power cord | 12 ft |
| Nozzles and air tools | 3 |
| Build | |
| Weight | 17 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years |
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