Car compressor test: ranking the 7 best models

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Any compressor can pump up a flat tire. One is faster, the other is slower, but they will let us down: we haven’t seen frankly unsuitable models for a long time. Therefore, the buyer usually chooses a product that, say, will fit in the spare wheel well. Or focusing on design: bright and cute. And most often they take what is cheaper.

Well, what if the tire went flat? So much so that you got off the seat called the hump? There are protrusions on the wheel rims that hold the inflated tire. Compressor manufacturers love to boast about the high performance of their products, but the buyer will not count liters per minute! But he will immediately appreciate the ability to return the tire to its place. And this is interesting to check.

The best high-end automotive compressors

This review includes premium quality automotive compressor models. The list of models will be useful to car enthusiasts who have an unlimited budget and want to purchase a quality product at a high cost. Such compressor models do an excellent job and are capable of pumping up not only passenger car tires, but also the wheels of a large car.

AVS KS900

The AVS KS900 model tops the rating of high-end automotive compressors. It can inflate wheels of both passenger cars and commercial vehicles.

The most powerful automobile compressor in the review weighs 4.5 kg, which ensures good stability. A powerful compressor is capable of inflating any tires at a speed of 90 liters per minute. You can connect it not only to the cigarette lighter, but also directly to the battery terminals. The device has excellent build quality; durable stainless steel was used for manufacturing. Power is 350 W.

Powerful characteristics allow this model to be used not only for inflating tires, but also for painting any objects. If you accidentally overinflate your tire, don't worry. You can get rid of excess using a special drain valve.

Advantages:

• High power.
• Inflates any tire quickly.
• Long service life.
• Durable stainless steel housing.

Flaws:

• Heavy weight.

Aggressor AGR-160

This piston model with decent characteristics is included in the TOP of the best auto compressors. The device is convenient for inflating tires on passenger cars, and can also quickly inflate large wheels. The air supply speed is 160 liters per minute. You can pump up a flat tire in just a few minutes.

The weight of this compressor is quite large, weighing just over 9 kilograms. You can easily inflate all the tires on your car, since the power cable is 2.4 meters long and the air supply hose is 8 meters long.

The case has impeccable assembly and is made of high-quality metal. An analog type pressure gauge is attached to it. The device can work without interruption for up to 20 minutes. There is also reliable short circuit protection.

Advantages:

• Powerful characteristics.
• High quality build.
• Painting can be used.
• Capable of inflating any tires.

Flaws:

• Considerable weight.

GOODYEAR GY-50L LED

If you want to purchase an inexpensive but high-quality auto compressor, it is better to buy this model. The device looks presentable; the body has a massive carrying handle.

You can store your car piston compressor in a special case, which is included in the kit. The pumping power is up to 50 liters per minute. This is an excellent indicator if you own a car. The tires will inflate quickly. In addition, the body has a built-in flashlight, with which the device can be used at night.

Advantages:

• Convenient to use.
• Pumps up quickly.
• Built-in flashlight in the body.
• Stylish design.

BERKUT R20

The review of the best compressors is completed by the R20 model, whose pumping power is 72 liters per minute. The maximum pressure of the device is 14 atmospheres.

The powerful automobile compressor weighs 5.2 kg. You can store it in the bag included in the package. Given the high power, using an auto compressor you can pump up not only tires, but also, for example, a large inflatable boat. Air is pumped by connecting a wire to the battery terminals.

Advantages:

• Can be used to inflate any tires.
• Impeccable build quality.
• Reasonable price.
• Reliability and long service life.

Flaws:

• High noise level.

WHICH CAR COMPRESSOR IS BETTER: TEST RESULTS

The performance of the compressors was assessed according to several criteria. We measured the inflation time of a wheel of size 215/65R16 when powered by a voltage of 13.8 V from a network source with a fixed current strength. Noise measurements were carried out with a Bruel & Kjær 2230 sound level meter.

To evaluate the performance of the compressors, the time the tire sat on the disc's hump was measured. The rated performance (l/min) is not very informative; moreover, during inflation, due to natural leaks, some of the air comes out, but the speed of landing on the hump immediately indicates the real performance.

Additionally, the accuracy of the pressure gauges was assessed by comparing them with a reference device.

Automotive compressor Forsage F-2014360

Forsage is a Belarusian brand that produces professional equipment and tools for car service in Taiwanese factories.

Forsage F-2014360

This two-cylinder compressor for cars is supplied in a plastic case, equipped with a built-in flashlight, an analog pressure gauge with a double scale, and a folding handle for moving. The set also includes an adapter for connecting to a battery, a spiral hose, nozzles and instructions.

The pump produces a maximum pressure of up to 10 atm. Can continuously pump air at 65 l/min without stopping for 25 minutes. Uses 12 volt power supply with current consumption up to 23 amperes. Has short circuit protection. Weight – 3.27 kg. Case dimensions (length, width, height) – 705x370x250 mm.

Cost – 2700–3700 rubles. Owners have complaints about the accuracy of the pressure gauge.

alca

Germany

The declared indicators are 20 l/min; 7 bar (100 PSI); 15 A

price, rub. 1800
alca

Convenient and compact. The plastic casing protects against burns. To connect to the valve, a threaded coupling with a plastic tip is used: screwing is convenient. But the garland of adapters hanging on it gets in the way. The wire is long enough to reach the rear wheel. The hose is soft and comfortable, but gets very hot during operation. The pressure gauge is built-in, with a double scale, and its readings are inaccurate: at a pressure of 2 bar it shows 1.75. In terms of time - the worst result. It’s also definitely the last one when it comes to seating tires on humps.

The best automotive diaphragm compressor

Berkut R15

The model is light in weight and size, which is a definite plus for a car compressor. The kit includes a long hose that allows you to reach any wheel and a set of removable attachments of different sizes.

It features high performance combined with a compact device. The device is equipped with a high-precision pressure gauge and automatic overheating protection. Connects to a car battery or cigarette lighter.

Pros:

• Good productivity - 40 liters per minute.
• Automated overheating protection.
• High-precision pressure gauge with two measurement scales: ATM and PSI.
• Long air hose – 1.20 m.
• Availability of built-in fuse.
• Duration of continuous use is more than 30 minutes.
• Presence of a drain valve.
• Dustproof design.
• Abrasion-resistant piston ring made of fluoroplastic.
• Air valves made of stainless steel.
• Large set of replaceable adapters.
• Low weight – 2.36 kg.
• Small dimensions: 90 x 155 x 170.

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The built-in LED flashlight immediately went on strike. The pressure gauge is small and the font is hard to read. In this case, preference is given to the PSI scale, which is inconvenient for Russians. Accuracy is low. But there are adapters for inflating balls, balls, etc. The appearance is quite decent, and practically does not heat up during operation. But the tire takes a long time to inflate, and all of the above advantages are secondary.

Kachok

A convenient body with a handle, bright colors, a molded plastic hose with a well-thought-out folding pattern - in general, it looks decent. Pressure gauge - with a monochrome LCD display. The controls are convenient and clear. The required pressure is set using the keys. Once it is reached, the compressor switches off - good! Alas, the readings are far from reality: 1.8 atm instead of the real 2.0. But the voltmeter doesn’t lie. As for the time of pumping and landing on the hump, the results are modest. And the price is not good.

The best professional car compressor

Heyner 230V/500W

High power portable compressor. Used to inflate the wheels of any vehicles. Operates from a 220 V network. It has high performance and copes with inflating tires of trucks and minibuses.

The set includes 4 removable attachments of different sizes and a bag. Has good stability thanks to the base plate.

Pros:

• High productivity - 50 liters per minute.
• Long cable – 3.4 m.
• High pressure – 10 bar.
• High precision pressure gauge -10 atm/150 PSl.
• Light weight – 3.7 kg.
• Small dimensions – 120 x 180 x 250 mm.
• High power – 500 Watt.
• Availability of base plate.
• Compared to analogues - low cost.

Minuses:

• Short hose - only 1 m.
• Short duration of continuous operation – 2 minutes.
• Meager equipment: bag, 4 adapters.

airline1

Neat design, there are clamps for laying the hose. Built-in pressure gauge, “two-tariff”. The font size is quite readable, but preference is given to the PSI number system, which is unusual for us. The hose end is with a traditional threaded coupling. The two-piston design allows you to quickly inflate the tire - second result! It's louder than the others. I confidently placed the tire on the hump. The case and the plug with the wire almost did not heat up. The long hose is convenient, but it would be nice to lengthen the wire. Overall a very decent option.

dollex

Champion in pressure gauge accuracy: he was the only one that gave the correct value. And the scale is convenient and easy to read. He places the tire on the hump very confidently (second result!), but it takes too long to inflate the wheel. Among the advantages, we note a plastic housing cover (so as not to get burned), an LED flashlight, as well as a car fuse built into the wire. There are minor assembly flaws: the flashlight does not fit tightly to the body, which is distressed by sharp edges. Overall the impression was pleasant.

Automobile two-cylinder compressor Overhaul 12V, 40 l/min

Model OH 6502. A product of a Chinese company that produces one- and two-cylinder automotive compressors for cars and motorcycles. Design features are:

• all-metal body that effectively dissipates heat;
• flywheel with counterweight, reducing noise and vibration;
• reinforced motor bearings.

Overhaul 12V

The product is equipped with a built-in flashlight and a dial pressure meter with a double scale. The set includes three attachments.

The power of the device is 300 W and the operating current is 25 A, leaving the option of connecting only directly to a 12-volt battery. A capacity of 40 l/min and a maximum pressure of 10.5 bar allow you to inflate the tires of a small truck. The length of the twisted hose is 3 m. Weight – 2.8 kg.

You can buy this car two-cylinder compressor for 2900–4300 rubles.

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It lands on the hump faster than anyone else, and makes noticeably less noise. It is also a leader in the quality of materials and assembly. The quality of the design is noticeable in the small details: we note the plug with finger pads, the pressure relief valve with a convenient brass tip, as well as the well-chosen length and cross-section of the wires. It hardly gets warm. And everything seems to be good, but the impression was spoiled by an inaccurate pressure gauge with an inconvenient double scale. Otherwise he would have been a champion.

The best car compressor with battery

AIRMAN OWL 2000

The battery-powered compressor is designed specifically for those who don’t want to bother with wires. And although the AIRMAN OWL 2000 is not the highest performance device, it is the best example among battery-powered compressors.

Recommended for inflating tires of small passenger cars.

Pros:

• No need to fiddle with wires.
• If desired, the device can be connected to the cigarette lighter socket, while the performance of the device and the air supply speed are significantly increased.
• Small dimensions: 205x75x60 mm.
• Light weight: 1 kg.
• Long power cord – 3.4 m.
• Low current consumption. Maximum consumption – 14A.
• Excellent equipment: replaceable battery with a power of 9.6 V; a set of interchangeable nozzles of different sizes; Charger; wire for connecting the device to the car cigarette lighter socket; convenient bag for transportation; automatic pressure regulator.

Minuses:

• Low productivity - 18 liters per minute.
• Slow pumping.

sor

This neat, compact product is a champion in inflation speed! He lands on the hump quickly, one of the first. Additional adapters are provided (attached to the body) for inflating balls and balls. But the numbers on the pressure gauge are small - this is a consequence of double digitization. The required scale, as luck would have it, is located closer to the center: here the distance between the divisions is even smaller. The thickness of the arrow corresponds to 0.2 kPa. It lowers the pressure by exactly this amount. Otherwise everything is very good, but expensive.

Car compressor test: ranking the 7 best models

The best automotive stationary compressor

Berkut PRO-24

The stationary vehicle tire inflator Berkut PRO-24 is one of the most powerful. It has high performance and compact dimensions.

The main distinguishing feature of the device is its long continuous operation. The device is equipped with an overheating sensor and an IP67 protection system. The kit includes an installation kit.

Pros:

• High productivity - 47 liters per minute.
• Possibility of continuous operation – 2 hours.
• Protection against temperature changes.
• Water protection – I
• Installation kit.
• High efficiency.
• The operating power of the device is 250 Watt.
• Not very high noise level.
• Small dimensions – 284x102x167 mm.
• Light weight, for stationary installation - 5.6 kg.
• Temperature range at which use is possible: from -30 °C to +80 °C.

Minuses:

• Short hose – 50 cm.
• High current consumption - 21 A.