Best OverallPortable Air Compressors
Makita MAC210Q Quiet Series Air Compressor 2 Gallon
- Maximum Pressure
- 135 psi
- Maximum Horsepower
- 1 hp
- Noise
- 60 dB
- Voltage
- 120 volts
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Portable Air Compressors
Makita DMP181ZX 18V LXT Cordless Inflator
A reliable, accurate cordless inflator for Makita 18V owners, best for topping off tires rather than filling them from flat or running air tools.
- Maximum Pressure
- 160 psi
- Maximum Horsepower
- 0.5 hp
- Noise
- 85 dB
- Voltage
- 18 volts
Portable Air Compressors
Iwata Power Jet Pro IS975 Air Compressor
A capable twin-outlet airbrush compressor for studios and classrooms where two people spray at once, with quiet running and clean, dry air. It is heavy for a portable unit, and the warranty term is not stated.
- Maximum Pressure
- 50 psi, adjustable 1-50 PSI
- Maximum Horsepower
- 1/6 HP per bullets
- Noise
- 50 db
- Voltage
- 120 volts
Portable Air Compressors
California Air Tools 10020C Ultra Quiet Air Compressor 10 Gallon
A quiet, oil-free shop compressor with a mid-size steel tank and wheels for moving between jobs. Air delivery in CFM is not listed, so check it against your most demanding tool.
- Maximum Pressure
- 125 psi
- Maximum Horsepower
- 2 hp
- Noise
- 70 dB
- Voltage
- 110 volts
Popular PickPortable Air Compressors
Klutch 29-Gallon Air Compressor
Model: 203001005001A capable 29-gallon shop compressor for daily automotive and pneumatic tool use, but the electrical switch is worth checking carefully before first startup.
- Maximum Pressure
- 175 Pascal
- Maximum Horsepower
- 2.5 hp
- Noise
- 81 dB
- Voltage
- 120 volts
Portable Air Compressors
DEWALT DCC2520B 20V Max Cordless Air Compressor
- Maximum Pressure
- Not specified
- Maximum Horsepower
- Not specified
- Noise
- Not specified
- Voltage
- Not specified
Portable Air Compressors
Metabo HPT The Tank EC1315S Trolley Air Compressor 8 Gallon
A high-pressure electric trolley compressor that runs several pneumatic nailers at once on a job site. It is heavy to lift into a truck despite the wheels.
- Maximum Pressure
- 225 PSI
- Maximum Horsepower
- 1.5 hp
- Noise
- 76 dB
- Voltage
- 120 volts
Portable Air Compressors
Metabo HPT The Tank EC1315S Trolley Air Compressor 8 Gallon
A high-pressure electric trolley compressor that runs several pneumatic nailers at once on a job site. It is heavy to lift into a truck despite the wheels.
- Maximum Pressure
- 225 PSI
- Maximum Horsepower
- 1.5 hp
- Noise
- 76 dB
- Voltage
- 120 volts
Portable Air Compressors
EZ Flate M.O.A.B. Dual Air Compressor 12V
EZ FLATE built a high output, dual cylinder compressor for overlanders who air down and need to air back up fast. It is heavy and draws a lot of current from the battery.
- Maximum Pressure
- 150 psi
- Maximum Horsepower
- Not specified
- Noise
- 65 db
- Voltage
- 12 volts
Portable Air Compressors
EGO POWER+ IF1600 Compact Inflator 160 PSI
An accurate, fast cordless inflator that makes the most sense as an add-on for households already on the EGO 56V battery platform.
- Maximum Pressure
- 160 psi
- Maximum Horsepower
- Not specified
- Noise
- Not specified
- Voltage
- 56 volts
Portable Air Compressors
AUXBEAM H4 Series Portable Tire Inflator
A cordless tire inflator with presets, auto shut-off and a backup car outlet cord for cars and smaller vehicles. Its short hose and battery suit top-ups more than many full refills.
- Maximum Pressure
- 150 psi
- Maximum Horsepower
- Not specified
- Noise
- Not specified
- Voltage
- Not specified
Portable Air Compressors
California Air Tools 20020 Ultra Quiet Air Compressor 20 Gallon
A quiet, oil-free shop compressor with a large tank that runs on a household outlet, suited to garages near living space. It is heavy despite the wheels, and maximum tank pressure and included accessories are not listed.
- Maximum Pressure
- Not specified
- Maximum Horsepower
- 2.0 HP
- Noise
- 70 dB
- Voltage
- 110 V / 60 Hz
Portable Air Compressors
ARB CKMP12V2 Portable Air Compressor
A tough portable compressor for off-road drivers who air down on trails and need to reinflate before the highway. Air flow is not listed, so fill time cannot be judged from the listing.
- Maximum Pressure
- 150 psi
- Maximum Horsepower
- Not specified
- Noise
- 65 db
- Voltage
- 12 V DC
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About portable air compressors
Portable air compressors range from small pancake and hot dog tank units for nailers and tyre inflation to wheeled twin tank models and cordless inflators. They differ from stationary compressors, which are built for continuous workshop use. The first decision is what tools you will run, because a small compressor that is fine for a brad nailer cannot keep up with a sander or an impact wrench.
Air delivery decides what the compressor can do. Compare the air flow at the pressure your tools need with the tools' requirements, and remember that continuous tools need much more than tools that fire in short bursts. Among the 5 products that list tank volume, most fall between 4.4 and 25 gallons, and 10 gallons is typical. A larger tank smooths out bursts of use, but the pump still has to refill it, so air flow matters more than tank size for continuous work.
Noise and power come next. Quiet compressors are worth paying for if you work indoors or near neighbours, and oil free pumps need less maintenance but are often louder. Corded models need an outlet that can handle the start up current, and cordless models trade runtime for convenience.
Before buying, check the air flow at working pressure, the maximum pressure, the tank size, the weight and handle, and which accessories are included, such as a hose or inflation kit. Drain the tank after use to remove condensation, keep it on a level surface while running, and use a regulator to set the pressure for each tool. Pancake compressors sit flat and stable on the floor, hot dog designs are narrower and easier to carry, and twin tank models hold more air for framing work. For tyre inflation and sports equipment, a small inflator with a gauge and an automatic shut off is often enough and takes much less space.
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