MetroVac Air Force Commander 2 Speed Pet Dryer

A compact, all steel force dryer with two speeds, made in the USA, that can sit on the floor or a table.

Who it suits

Smaller dogs and short or thin coats; owners who want a small, all steel dryer that can sit on a table or the floor.

Key facts

• Two speed motor; all steel body; made in the USA (MetroVac)
• Three motor options: 1.17, 1.7 or 4.0 peak HP, with 82, 95 or 126 CFM as the maker states (MetroVac)
• 6 ft flexible hose; air concentrator, air flare tool and groomer rake included; replaceable filters (MetroVac)
• About 8 lb and 12 by 7 by 8 inches; five year limited cover on the machine and motor (MetroVac)

What reviewers say

Whole Dog Journal: Jae Thomas included it in her January 2026 dryer test. She found it light and portable, but short on power next to the K-9 Fluffer: the two speed models at her local dog wash take about an hour to dry her Rough Collie, against about 40 minutes with her Fluffer. She called it a fair choice for smaller dogs or thinner coats, not for double coats.

We did not test it ourselves.

Pros

• Small, light all steel body
• Floor or table use
• Five year warranty on unit and motor (maker)

Cons

• Only two speeds
• Slow on double coats, per Whole Dog Journal

Good to know

• Keep the air moving and away from the face and ears, and stay with your dog the whole time.
• See your vet if your dog has sore, red or flaky skin.