Best compressor on Reddit
130 reviews from r/airbrush, r/basspedals, r/Tools and 22 more subreddits
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#1
California Air Tools
4.6
(15)
"This gives me roughly 6 CFM at 90PSI 70db and requires little to no maintenance."
"Super quiet."
"It's quieter than some of the *ahem* recreational toys I've owned in my life, and it's tiny. Works great too"
"Best compressor you can get for $200. If your serious about airbrushing I’d highly recommend this."
"I personally would go for a California Air Tools 5020W."
"I eventually upgraded to a cheaper more dependable and easy to move around and low db’s."
"I have a California air tools very quiet and light and best of all affordable and dependable"
"If you want quiet and affordable try the California air tool compressor it’s very affordable durable and very quiet."
"California Air tools. They are soooo quiet. Like 60 decibels."
"I've got a California because it was the quietest one I could get."
#2
Empress
4.7
(9)
"I dont think I can ever switch to another one."
"High-end compressors are worth the money"
"Empress is what you want."
"I have a bunch of compressors and the Empress is my favorite."
"I have a bunch of compressors and the Empress is my favorite."
"I have one of the old big box models of the empress which is similar enough that I don’t feel the need to upgrade."
"Empress will do ya well."
"Empress is in the top 3 for transparent / rack type / studio grade compression."
"The empress is one of the top five for sure, it’s relative transparent compared to the Calit76 which I have too"
#3
Harbor Freight
4.0
(8)
"Https://www.harborfreight.com/professional-airbrush-compressor-kit-59508.html"
"Harbor freight. Thank me later."
"The harbor freight compressor has been fine for me."
"They work fine for 1-2 guns. They are cheap and work fine."
"I bought, for $49.95, a small compressor from Harbor Freight."
"Buy a brush less air compressor."
"Usually use my crappy pancake compressor from Harbor Freight if it's at home."
"A small compressor often doesn't have the tank capacity to keep up with air requirements."
#4
Milwaukee
4.3
(6)
"I keep my Milwaukee M12 air compressor in my truck."
"I have 3 of the Milwaukee air compressors and they go up to 150 psi. They are awesome!"
"If you get a good battery compressor like the Milwaukee or Makita 40v that is quite."
"I keep a Milwaukee M18 inflator around so I don't have to drag out hoses."
"Milwaukee makes an inflator that a few guys I know use as their primary."
"I have started using a Milwaukee M18 battery powered compressor. It does fine airing up the 22.5 tires."
#5
Makita
4.2
(5)
"I've had mine 5 years now and no issues."
"They are direct drive induction 4 poles oiled base."
"Something like the makita mac100q would be good in your case"
"Something like a 2 gallon fortress or a Makita quiet series."
"It's not super loud, and doesn't have to run constantly."
#6
Yong Heng
4.7
(3)
"Filled up my 45 min 4500psi in around 25 minutes."
"Best money ive spent on my air rifle journey is the compressor and tank."
"Yong Heng Digital compressor for filling the SCBA tank to 4500PSI."
#7
Viair
4.7
(3)
"Everyone should own one. Decent quality, connects directly to your battery."
"If you want an 'upgrade pick' the Viair 300P SXS is a great option."
"I use a Viair 400P on my Ram 2500 and like it."
#8
Fortress
3.7
(3)
"I love my Fortress 26 gallon ultra quiet."
"The ultra quiet fortress is what I got. Love it."
"It's been ok but likes to eat the Reed valves."
#9
Rigid
5.0
(2)
"I bought a Fortress one with 5 cfm at Harbor Freight and it was a dud. So I returned it and went to Home Depot and spent the extra money on the Ridgid one in the photo above. No issues so far."
"Rigid all day. I’ve used this one for years with the tornador. I also use it daily. No issues whatsoever."
#10
Wampler
5.0
(2)
"Wampler Ego <3"
"I use a Wampler Ego with my bass. I adore it!"
#11
186
5.0
(2)
"186 is really good."
"Get the smaller one. It’s more than adequate."
#12
California Air
5.0
(2)
"Get California Air, its friggin silent."
"Mine is so quiet, no oil, and aluminum tank."
#13
Xiaomi
5.0
(2)
"I recommend a Xiaomi Mijia 2 pump."
"The only portable electric pump it makes sense to buy is the Xiaomi Mijia Compressor 2."
#14
Stealth
4.5
(2)
"I have it and love it. Highest CFM while also among the lowest decibel rating."
"The Stealth from Home Depot seems to check all the boxes."
#15
Northstar
4.5
(2)
"The best strait gas compressor ive used personally is the northstar units."
"I’ve been pretty happy with mine."
#16
DOD
4.5
(2)
"If you're looking at DOD, check out the Milkbox! It's a really nice DBX in a box."
"Big fan of the MilkBox from DOD. should find one cheap used."
#17
API
4.5
(2)
"API 2500 on snares is amazing. It gives a pop I can’t get from other comps."
"API 2500"
#18
Boss
4.5
(2)
"I love the Boss BC-1X compressor... solid and sounds good."
"The Boss BC-1x is an unsung hero in the transparent category."
#19
Husky
4.5
(2)
"It’s great for a dual nozzle setup."
"I have a 4.5 Husky quiet compressor that I’ve lathed entire homes with for a few years now."
#20
Keeley
4.0
(2)
"The keeley compressor is based on the old Dynacomp/Ross circuit."
"If you want something you can use for other tones I’d suggest something more versatile like keeley compressor plus with the blend."
#21
Distressor
4.0
(2)
"Distressor."
"What I recommend to try, will be any emulation of the Distressor."
#22
MXR
4.0
(2)
"Some other good options are the MXR M87, Seymour Duncan's Studio Bass Compressor, or Wampler Ego76"
"MXR M87 makes for a great limiter."
#23
Kobalt
4.0
(2)
"It is impressive how quiet it is."
"With the 2 motors. It can be on and stand next to it and have a conversation."
#24
Thor
5.0
(1)
"I have a 60 gal air compressor in the garage."
#25
Amazon
5.0
(1)
"The Amazon ones are great as186... only 47 decibels."
#26
IR
5.0
(1)
"IR 30gal with Kohler command pro 12.5ch engine, been running 20+ years."
#27
NAPA
5.0
(1)
"Very happy with it."
#28
Vevor
5.0
(1)
"Works great... 120v or 12v for home or field."
#29
Tooty No-Name
5.0
(1)
"I've been very happy with it so far."
#30
Metro
5.0
(1)
"If you are only cleaning PCs/equipment get a Metro Datavac."
#31
No-Name Brand
5.0
(1)
"Hey I can recommend this one for large canvas work"
#32
Costco
5.0
(1)
"Since Costco have good warranty and return policy"
#33
Spray Gunner
5.0
(1)
"Give that a serious look as well."
#34
Iwata
5.0
(1)
"Is an amazing brush, will do the job you want and give you tons of room to grow."
#35
No Name
5.0
(1)
"That's a top choice too"
#36
Fengda
5.0
(1)
"Super cool tooty."
#37
Sil-Air
5.0
(1)
"I really love the compre"
#38
Timbertech
5.0
(1)
"Quiet Airbrush Compressor with Tank for Airbrush Paint, Nails, Tattoo, Makeup, Cake Painting."
#39
Mega Compressor
5.0
(1)
"I have a 80gal 5hp Mega Compressor that does 20cfm at 90psi."
#40
Ampeg OptoComp
5.0
(1)
"Ampeg OptoComp. 3 knobs. Minimal fiddling required to get good comp. All you'll ever need."
#41
Kliq Compressor
5.0
(1)
"My $30 kliq compressor is my favorite pedal."
#42
Boss BC-1X Compressor
5.0
(1)
"I love the Boss BC-1X compressor... solid and sounds good."
#43
Zeny
5.0
(1)
"Save yourself the trouble."
#44
Campbell
4.0
(1)
"Mine looks like the cheaper one, I’ve been happy with it."
#45
Craftsman
4.0
(1)
"Works great. You can use it on AC, from a cigarette lighter socket, or with an 18v battery."
#46
Tuxing
4.0
(1)
"You can get a really good Tuxing compressor that's designed to fill full size scuba tanks."
#47
HF
4.0
(1)
"The HF Ultra Quiet ones are decent."
#48
Thor's Lightning
4.0
(1)
"10cfm... biggest you are gonna get in a portable compressor."
#49
Hyundai
4.0
(1)
"I'm happy with my Hyundai 50 litre one."
#50
PTO
4.0
(1)
"If money was no object I'd go PTO, or at least a miller airpak."
#51
Harder and Steenbeck
4.0
(1)
"Worth looking at for a starter airbrush for minis."
#52
Ingersoll
4.0
(1)
"Personally I really like the new Ingersoll screw units."
#53
Central Pneumatic
4.0
(1)
"Had it for years."
#54
Metabo
4.0
(1)
"It has nice specs for airbrushing and is about as quiet as a typical airbrush compressor."
#55
Thors Lightning
4.0
(1)
"It has worked good so far."
#56
Polar Air
4.0
(1)
"I'd get a scroll compressor. Faster, quieter."
#57
Battery Powered
4.0
(1)
"I'd recommend picking up whichever one you have batteries for."
#58
Power Tool
4.0
(1)
"Most will come with a gauge built into the compressor itself."
#59
GXPUMP
4.0
(1)
"It's been working well."
#60
Kaishan
4.0
(1)
"Kaishan are lower cost and pretty reliable."
#61
Sullair
4.0
(1)
"The Sullair units are pretty solid as long as PM schedules are maintained."
#62
AS186
4.0
(1)
"Get any AS186 compressor from Amazon with a tank."
#63
Ridgid
4.0
(1)
"Ridgid will do ya fine."
#64
DeWALT
4.0
(1)
"I have this one."
#65
No Name Brand
4.0
(1)
"Https://spraygunner.com/products/compressors-no-name-by-spraygunner-super-cool-tooty-os-air-compressor-by-no-name-brand"
#66
Paasche
4.0
(1)
"Generic compressor with tank off of Amazon."
#67
Dewalt
4.0
(1)
"The Dewalt inflator is a good choice, it can easily handle the higher pressure of a dually."
#68
SSW Offroad
4.0
(1)
"Been running it more than a year. Can inflate 35inch tires and up easy."
#69
Keeley Compressor Plus
4.0
(1)
"Depending on the bass you have, if it's passive, then the Keeley Compressor plus would be a great option."
#70
TC Electronic Spectracomp
4.0
(1)
"The TC Spectracomp is both very affordable, and very useful."
#71
JHS 3 Series Compressor
4.0
(1)
"JHS 3 Series Compressor."
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