Air Compressors for a Variety of Projects
Here are six machines selected by pros for pros.
August 30, 2024
Nearly every professional contractor uses an air compressor. Of course, it’s not just a construction tool. Automotive, woodworking, aviation, marine, and many others use compressors to power air tools. When I got our team together to decide on the best air compressor, we sparked a fierce debate concerning brands, styles, prices, and much more.
The first questions were “What size?” and “What’s the application?” Good points. The selections below are the result of many hundreds of hours of testing and use—not to mention several more hours of internal discussion! Now that the physical and relational bruises have healed, I’m ready to share our expert opinions across a range of compressor categories.
Top Picks
Best Overall: Metabo HPT EC1315SM 8 gallon
Most Compact: DeWalt D55140 1 gallon
Quietest: Rolair JC10PLUS Ultra-Quiet 2.5 gallon
Best Cordless: Milwaukee M18 Fuel 2840 2 gallon
Best for the Shop: Ingersoll Rand 80 gallon 2475N5
Best Value: Porter-Cable 6 gallon C2002
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