I don't know about you but I've used up a couple of those cheap $20-$40 wet dry vacs from one of those big hardware box stores. You know the old saying about getting what you pay for ... Anyway, I got tired of hauling the vacuum around with a long extension cord in order to vacuum out my MAK 2 Star and now my Traeger PTG. I choose to vacuum my pits after every cook
Did a little homework and found a perfect small unit to take in the RV with us. Since I carry my DeWalt 18V Drill with me anyway I'm able to use the same battery pack for the vacuum. I have found it to be a very powerful little vac capable of vacuuming the ash (make sure they're out and cold!!). The filter works great and is washable. Overall it's a nice compact unit and the hose, as shown in the photo, detaches from the front.