MetroVac’s Air Force Commander Wall Mount is a professional-grade dryer prized for steady, high-capacity airflow and rugged duty-cycle reliability in busy grooming environments. Technically it rivals or exceeds many competitors on sustained performance and build quality, earning a premium over economy units while offering more consistent long-term uptime than compact, budget or entry models such as the Flying Pig and Shernbao.
Salon-grade gust
Mount-and-forget
Salon-grade gust
Mount-and-forget
Review Summary
"The MetroVac Air Force Commander is frequently described as professional-grade, very reliable and long-lasting with excellent airflow and relatively low noise, though it carries a premium price. Grooming professionals commonly recommend it for heavy-duty salon work."
Commanding roar
Professional-grade blower built for continuous commercial use and long runtime between maintenance.
Commanding roar
Professional-grade blower built for continuous commercial use and long runtime between maintenance.
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
MetroVac’s Air Force Commander Wall Mount is a professional-grade dryer prized for steady, high-capacity airflow and rugged duty-cycle reliability in busy grooming environments. Technically it rivals or exceeds many competitors on sustained performance and build quality, earning a premium over economy units while offering more consistent long-term uptime than compact, budget or entry models such as the Flying Pig and Shernbao.
Salon-grade gust
Mount-and-forget
Commanding roar
Professional-grade blower built for continuous commercial use and long runtime between maintenance.
Precision speed and temperature controls with thermal cutoff for safer salon operation.
Salon-grade gust
Mount-and-forget
Commanding roar
Professional-grade blower built for continuous commercial use and long runtime between maintenance.
Precision speed and temperature controls with thermal cutoff for safer salon operation.
$700-1000 CAD
The K-9 III Wall Mount Dryer is a best-in-class choice for multi-station grooming setups thanks to its balanced combination of sustained airflow, quiet operation, and low maintenance design; it excels where salons need reliable daily performance without the premium price of flagship units. Compared with the Metro Air Force Master Blaster, it trades a small amount of peak horsepower for greater energy efficiency and lower operating cost, and it offers a more compact, serviceable footprint than some heavier-duty competitors like the Double K ChallengAir 2000. For businesses focused on predictable running costs and uptime across multiple stations, the K-9 III delivers strong technical performance at an attractive lifecycle cost.
Salon-speed blast — turbo-tail
Whisper-quiet hum — nap-friendly
Salon-speed blast — turbo-tail
Whisper-quiet hum — nap-friendly
Review Summary
"Users praise the K-9 III for its durable construction, strong consistent airflow, and reliable long-term performance in busy grooming settings. A higher upfront cost is common feedback but most say the build quality and longevity justify the price."
Rugged build — drool-proof
Commercial-grade high-velocity airflow for fast drying in professional salons.
Rugged build — drool-proof
Commercial-grade high-velocity airflow for fast drying in professional salons.
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
The K-9 III Wall Mount Dryer is a best-in-class choice for multi-station grooming setups thanks to its balanced combination of sustained airflow, quiet operation, and low maintenance design; it excels where salons need reliable daily performance without the premium price of flagship units. Compared with the Metro Air Force Master Blaster, it trades a small amount of peak horsepower for greater energy efficiency and lower operating cost, and it offers a more compact, serviceable footprint than some heavier-duty competitors like the Double K ChallengAir 2000. For businesses focused on predictable running costs and uptime across multiple stations, the K-9 III delivers strong technical performance at an attractive lifecycle cost.
Salon-speed blast — turbo-tail
Whisper-quiet hum — nap-friendly
Rugged build — drool-proof
Commercial-grade high-velocity airflow for fast drying in professional salons.
Multiple speed and temperature settings to handle different coat types safely.
Salon-speed blast — turbo-tail
Whisper-quiet hum — nap-friendly
Rugged build — drool-proof
Commercial-grade high-velocity airflow for fast drying in professional salons.
Multiple speed and temperature settings to handle different coat types safely.
$1,000-1,600 CAD
The Metro Air Force Commander Mobile Drying System stands out for professional salons that need quiet, multi-dog drying capability and refined airflow control—features that make it ideal for high-volume or salon-floor use. It typically costs more than simpler carts but offsets that with superior noise reduction, modular attachments and proven reliability, positioning it above mid-range competitors like the K9 III on technical refinement and long-term performance.
Multi-nozzle setup - command center
Precise controls - pilot-precise
Multi-nozzle setup - command center
Precise controls - pilot-precise
Review Summary
"Professional groomers rate the Metro Air Force Commander very highly for consistent power, quiet operation and durability, calling it a top-tier choice despite its premium cost."
Large capacity - mission-ready
Commercial-grade, high-CFM drying system built to support multi-hose operation.
Large capacity - mission-ready
Commercial-grade, high-CFM drying system built to support multi-hose operation.
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
The Metro Air Force Commander Mobile Drying System stands out for professional salons that need quiet, multi-dog drying capability and refined airflow control—features that make it ideal for high-volume or salon-floor use. It typically costs more than simpler carts but offsets that with superior noise reduction, modular attachments and proven reliability, positioning it above mid-range competitors like the K9 III on technical refinement and long-term performance.
Multi-nozzle setup - command center
Precise controls - pilot-precise
Large capacity - mission-ready
Commercial-grade, high-CFM drying system built to support multi-hose operation.
Robust wheeled base with ample storage and accessory mounting for busy salons.
Multi-nozzle setup - command center
Precise controls - pilot-precise
Large capacity - mission-ready
Commercial-grade, high-CFM drying system built to support multi-hose operation.
Robust wheeled base with ample storage and accessory mounting for busy salons.
$2000-3200 CAD
Shernbao SHD-1800FX Mobile Grooming Station
The SHD-1800FX Mobile Grooming Station is positioned as the market leader for performance, with high-CFM drying, modular storage and salon-grade durability that supports the busiest mobile salons. Although it often commands the highest price in this set, its superior airflow, component quality and long-term serviceability make it a cost-saving choice over time versus cheaper carts that require more frequent replacement or fail under heavy duty cycles.
Salon-grade airflow
Mobile salon hub
Salon-grade airflow
Mobile salon hub
Review Summary
"Professional groomers praise the Shernbao for excellent build quality, quiet yet powerful drying, and a well-thought-out layout; common notes mention a higher price but strong long-term reliability."
Quiet thunder dryer
High-capacity built-in dryer and dedicated ventilation for heavy-use professional grooming
Quiet thunder dryer
High-capacity built-in dryer and dedicated ventilation for heavy-use professional grooming
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
Increased Safety & Security
The SHD-1800FX Mobile Grooming Station is positioned as the market leader for performance, with high-CFM drying, modular storage and salon-grade durability that supports the busiest mobile salons. Although it often commands the highest price in this set, its superior airflow, component quality and long-term serviceability make it a cost-saving choice over time versus cheaper carts that require more frequent replacement or fail under heavy duty cycles.
Salon-grade airflow
Mobile salon hub
Quiet thunder dryer
High-capacity built-in dryer and dedicated ventilation for heavy-use professional grooming
Full workstation design with drawers, shelving and multiple grooming arm mounts
Salon-grade airflow
Mobile salon hub
Quiet thunder dryer
High-capacity built-in dryer and dedicated ventilation for heavy-use professional grooming
Full workstation design with drawers, shelving and multiple grooming arm mounts
$3,000-5,500 CAD
K9 Dryers K9-WM Wall Mount Cage Dryer
K9 Dryers' K9-WM wall mount cage dryer is known for its durable European construction and kennel-friendly design, offering modular outlets and quieter operation that make foldaway wall-mounted panels less intrusive in busy facilities. It trades some of the raw CFM of XPOWER and Metro for improved noise control and long-term reliability, which can translate into lower maintenance costs and better staff/pet comfort—an economical long-term choice for kennels focused on uptime and wellbeing.
Cage-side champion
Built tough pro
Cage-side champion
Built tough pro
Review Summary
"K9 Dryers K9-WM wall mount cage dryer is frequently praised for quiet operation, strong adjustable airflow, and rugged construction; most users say it outperforms cheaper units. The main drawbacks cited are the higher upfront cost and occasional wait time for replacement parts."
Whisper-dry wizard
Low-noise balanced motor suited for noise-sensitive pets.
Whisper-dry wizard
Low-noise balanced motor suited for noise-sensitive pets.
Time-Saving Convenience
Increased Safety & Security
Skill Development & Mastery
K9 Dryers' K9-WM wall mount cage dryer is known for its durable European construction and kennel-friendly design, offering modular outlets and quieter operation that make foldaway wall-mounted panels less intrusive in busy facilities. It trades some of the raw CFM of XPOWER and Metro for improved noise control and long-term reliability, which can translate into lower maintenance costs and better staff/pet comfort—an economical long-term choice for kennels focused on uptime and wellbeing.
Cage-side champion
Built tough pro
Whisper-dry wizard
Low-noise balanced motor suited for noise-sensitive pets.
Sturdy wall-mount design with flexible hose and nozzle options.
Cage-side champion
Built tough pro
Whisper-dry wizard
Low-noise balanced motor suited for noise-sensitive pets.
Sturdy wall-mount design with flexible hose and nozzle options.
$700-1200 CAD
Metro Air Force Master Blaster Wall Mount System
The Metro Air Force Master Blaster is the market leader for professional grooming shops that need an integrated wall-mounted retractable arm dryer system with salon-grade reliability and quieter operation. Though it typically carries a higher upfront cost than the XPOWER or Flying Pig units, its long-term durability, multi-arm design and lower operating noise make it the preferred choice for high-throughput facilities prioritizing throughput and technician comfort.
Salon-grade power
Dual-port speed
Salon-grade power
Dual-port speed
Review Summary
"Groomers call it powerful, durable and industry-grade, delivering fast drying and reliable performance; main drawbacks are high price and loud operation."
Double-barrel whoosh
Commercial-grade blower delivering very high airflow for thick coats and fast drying.
Double-barrel whoosh
Commercial-grade blower delivering very high airflow for thick coats and fast drying.
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
The Metro Air Force Master Blaster is the market leader for professional grooming shops that need an integrated wall-mounted retractable arm dryer system with salon-grade reliability and quieter operation. Though it typically carries a higher upfront cost than the XPOWER or Flying Pig units, its long-term durability, multi-arm design and lower operating noise make it the preferred choice for high-throughput facilities prioritizing throughput and technician comfort.
Salon-grade power
Dual-port speed
Double-barrel whoosh
Commercial-grade blower delivering very high airflow for thick coats and fast drying.
Engineered for wall mounting with brackets compatible with retractable-arm grooming stations.
Salon-grade power
Dual-port speed
Double-barrel whoosh
Commercial-grade blower delivering very high airflow for thick coats and fast drying.
Engineered for wall mounting with brackets compatible with retractable-arm grooming stations.
$800-1200 CAD