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The Ryobi P3240 is a high-performance cordless wet dry vacuum at a reasonable price. It picks up wet and dry materials like a boss. It is also relatively lightweight, and its self-retracting hose and effective attachments store on the outside of the machine in convenient in-line slots.    
While this model's self-retracting hose design makes for easy storage, the hose is among the shortest of those tested. Additionally, the hose diameter poses some problems when attempting to pick up larger, rigid materials. However, some may see these negatives in a positive light &mdash; with the short and narrow hose, there was an improved ability to move smaller heavy objects. We think this compact cordless wet dry vacuum will satisfy most people's needs and budgets.  

The Ryobi P3240 is a high-performance cordless wet dry vacuum at a reasonable price. It picks up wet and dry materials like a boss. It is also relatively lightweight, and its self-retracting hose and effective attachments store on the outside of the machine in convenient in-line slots.    
While this model's self-retracting hose design makes for easy storage, the hose is among the shortest of those tested. Additionally, the hose diameter poses some problems when attempting to pick up larger, rigid materials. However, some may see these negatives in a positive light &mdash; with the short and narrow hose, there was an improved ability to move smaller heavy objects. We think this compact cordless wet dry vacuum will satisfy most people's needs and budgets.  
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