I bought a 4.5 HP 12 gallon ShopVac and ended up returning it once I saw this item in Sears. It is nearly the same price as what I paid for the ShopVac and nearly twice the machine. The hose is large enough so larger items don't clog it up and it has a nice array of attachments. The extra filter it comes with is also a plus. I really don't think you can go wrong with this one.
Craftsman 16 gal. Wet/Dry Vac, 6.0 hp, 80th Anniversary is recommended by Plus3
The Craftsman 16-gallon wet/dry vac is compact in size and ideal for household jobs. Its 6.0 peak hp motor has the power to tackle many chores. Insert the hose into the rear blowing port and the vac doubles as a 170 mph lawn/leaf blower, perfect for removing leaves from the yard, driveway or garage. A 20 ft. power cord and flexible 7 ft. Pos-I-Lock hose combine for extended reach.