The Best Cordless Inflator Tested, Can Anything Beat The M18 2848-20?

[@Tools-Tested]

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[@TriAngles3D]

That Makita type design thing is becoming a common issue with several of their products. The company has become too corporate, process dependent and lost sight of the simple but important aspects in ergonomics and use. Thanks for taking the extra time/effort to put this review together

[@Tools-Tested]

Yep sadly Makita has been doing some strange things, glad you enjoyed the video!

[@eclecticgentleman]

I've used the Dewalt for a couple years. It's built rock solid and never failed. Definitely a solid performance

[@josem2468]

Who knew it had a walkabout feature. lol

[@bearkawiboy6246]

We bought 3 and they’re all dead.

[@marcinkolanowski5167]

⁠@@bearkawiboy6246We bought 4 Milwaukees and they’re all dead

[@thingshappen9199]

Probably shot mow.

[@warped2875]

I am exclusively into the Makita line of battery tools, ...but I bought the Milwaukee M18 inflator, and a couple of the High Output 6Ah batteries, for two reasons. 1. The need to hold the trigger on the Makita is a negative aspect. Although, you can use a velcro strap or other method to solve that problem, but that's kind of a rinky-dink solution for a high-end tool. 2. The Makita overshoots the programmed pressure by quite a bit before it stops, then you have to use the deflate button to bring the pressure back down to what you programmed to begin with. What is the point of using a programmed shutoff pressure if it doesn't stop there?! The Milwaukee stops where it is programmed, waits a bit and measures the pressure, then if necessary, runs some more to hit the target pressure, and stops. No fuss, no muss. Done. One good upgrade for any of these inflators that have a screw on type of hose termination, is to add a locking air chuck to the end of the hose.

[@Tools-Tested]

Yeah the Makita was a let down sadly, they should have read the reviews from the pervious version.

[@TheWoodlandsRunner]

I bought the Rigid unit last March 2022 and had been awesome for me until this December. The plastic air chuck started to leak under load and the whole unit became useless. I took it back to Home Depot for warranty work but was convinced to do a return for store credit. With that store credit in hand and then some, I bought the DeWalt unit as I was now mostly focused on the robustness of the air chuck. Only DeWalt and Milwaukee M12 and M18 seems to have the brass air chuck. Anyways, so far so good. Thank you for your review video!

[@Tools-Tested]

Yeah it sounds like a lot of people have had that issue with the Ridgid. No problem!

[@zeroelus]

I've owned the M18 inflator for a few months now, it's been great. It lives mostly on my wife's minivan, so the space it takes up is really not that big of a deal and since she uses the minivan quite a bit for what you'd want a minivan (carrying our kids, and sometimes friends/neighbors kids) I have the peace of mind it's the fastest thing around if she ever needs it, considering she's quite handy with changing/fixing tires. Had a flat I patched on a church parking lot on last years summer vacations, and using an 12V compressor that plugged in to the cigarette lighter in the car was a huge pain, inflating the tire back to 35psi took longer than me patching the thing, it was not cool and had me doubting if I'd done the work correctly or if I'd missed something, and considering in the trip we had young kids and older in laws, well, any stress you can take out is welcomed :) Having said that, the purchase of this inflator did lead me to go firmly into Milwaukee's M18 system for other tools. I wasn't invested in any ecosystem before, but that is a con if you have tools from another vendor and you kind of want to not have too many battery standards flying around.

[@MattCreek]

This video is JUST what I was needing. Thank you SO much for such an in depth analysis in such a concise video!

[@Tools-Tested]

No problem! Glad it was helpful!

[@Notfiveo0]

I bought a 12v skill for $20 on a close out. It does the job without a hitch.

[@itsmeagain8518]

I just bought the Milwaukee M18. Best inflator I have ever owned. Have been using a combo of DeWalt and Makita for most of my tools. Very impressed with this Milwaukee. Got it as part of a deal when buying two Milwaukee M18 REDLITHIUM HIGH OUTPUT XC 6 Ah Lithium-Ion Batteries. Already had the charger. I see so many people bragging up one brand or another. After comparing and using several top brands, I am leaning towards the Milwaukee line for most of my new tools. Worth the cost. Most top line battery tools seem to be comparable. Just a matter of personal choice.

[@Tools-Tested]

Yep that was a really good deal! Wish I bought mine that way. Nonetheless I agree the m18 is a killer.

[@jeffreyflat7986]

Drill- Packedge in typical box, came with a tool bag (added bonus), two batteries, one charger, drill, and driver. Two words "plenty of Torque" kzbin.infoUgkxW1vOBRCMrgTCDEijzpVzDWsgI-Jm2iQv well I guess that's three. Nice upgrade from current setup. Has belt clips, I don't think I will be using those. Driver and drill were bigger than what I expected but it is an upgrade from the current setup. For the money I would say that this is a great setup for Professionals and DIY/Weekend warriors.

[@phenamenol]

Own two mini tyre inflators … they didn’t last a year … bought the uup and have absolutely no regrets …does what it’s suppose to and what I bought it for great value for money … Nam Jamaica

[@Tools-Tested]

Interesting I will have to check that out.

[@hpd_hero]

I got the Makita, and never really thought about the button thing until I saw this. It’s like the Dyson cordless vacuums… Apart from that, great machine and very portable. Thats why I got it

[@Tools-Tested]

Yep it drive me crazy, get 99.9% right and screw something up that never should have been overlooked!

[@aaronporter2180]

The way I see it Price-Hart Keep in the trunk for emergency-Ridgid Do Everything-Dewalt Heavy Equipment/Overall performance-M18

[@Tools-Tested]

Yep!

[@koopreynolds2886]

Thanks helping me decide. I have 5 different brands of tools and batteries. Now I know what to avoid and what to look for. Really appreciate the in depth breakdown. Great video

[@Tools-Tested]

No problem! glad to hear it helped!

[@drewski23_7]

LOVE that you listed where each one is from!!!

[@Tools-Tested]

No problem! I think it's really important to have that info along side performance.

[@PaulBodyBuilder]

Thank u. Just purchased a Hyundai ionic 5 Sel awd EV. Just tried to fill my Tire at WAWA . Tried to get 35psi but was taking to long. Plan on getting that Milwaukee. Thanks again. Looking for good quality that lasts

[@Tools-Tested]

No problem! yeah the Milwaukee is fast.

[@rockystanaitis2908]

I just watched a bunch of your videos. Wow! Well done! I was shopping for a grease gun and a tire inflator but I ended up learning so much more. But the one thing that I learned that had the most value was the "duty cycle" rating that you gave the inflators. My 40 years of welding kicked in. The most burning question on my wallet is duty cycle of cordless angle grinders. All my favorite KZbinrs are using Dewalt but as I learned in the grease gun video Dewalt does not mean "best". Please do a video comparing cordless angle grinders. Should I spend any money on one or just go corded? I got totally burned on the Bauer angle grinder and "hate dismantled" it. The problem. Duty cycle. Less than a minute. Yes. 58 seconds to heat fail. I was so angry! Thank you for your scientific approach to testing that exceeds all the other tool testing channels by a mile.

[@Tools-Tested]

Thanks! Yep duty cycle can be over looked easily. I plan on doing angle grinders, but it will probably be 3-6 months before I get to them. The goal is to test them on the Drill Dyno I have built. That way we can see true power numbers and max torque. The Dyno will also allow runtime testing under a constant load. Sorry to hear about the Bauer, it will be interesting to see how the others compare. No problem, I try my best at scientifically testing the tools with zero bias unlike other channels. Thanks Again!

[@Cameron-h6z]

@@Tools-Testeddid that comparison video get posted yet?

[@thedermac]

First time watching a video of your ours and i most say i love your format and the information you provide. You provide the details that most customers are looking for. I'm a fan and new sub. Great job.

[@Tools-Tested]

Thanks! and thanks for the sub!

[@markk3948]

If you don't like the bulkyness lol of the milwaukee m18 they do sell a m12 version which still beats the dewalt by over 1 minute to 35 psi

[@NRP1991]

I think these results are 100 valid. Great video for sure. I bought the Milwaukee thanks to your video. 👍🏼!!!!

[@Tools-Tested]

Thanks!, nice! the Milwaukee is awesome

[@Nakoda4224]

I got one right! i do own this Inflator and love my results.

[@Tools-Tested]

Nice lol, yeah it works well!

[@eosjoe565]

I've owned several battery powered inflators and currently use the Milwaukee M18. Not enough rating weight is given to the duty cycle. With the short duty cycles that all of these have, inflation speed is everything. Who wants to sit around for a half-hour waiting for the unit to cool down? The Milwaukee is fast enough that you can actually top off a couple tires without exceeding the duty cycle. My brother recently burned up a B&D inflator trying to top off the tires on his landscape trailer. They all needed a bit of air and when he got to the third tire he heard a loud pop and now the B&D no longer works.

[@Tools-Tested]

Yep the duty cycle is very important when it comes to these. I can see how it can easily be overlooked!

[@aliciafaulkner416]

But you also gotta understand that most cars and trucks only run on around 35 PSI, and nobody need to inflate from zero to 35. 99% of the time, people only need from 25 to 35, which will take maybe 2 minutes on dewalt (or similar in that tier). With the multi function and easy of use (dial and LED, smaller body, multi source of power) I think for 95% of the people out there, dewalt is their best option. UNLESS they need to constantly inflate high PSI tires on daily/weekly basis, and you pay 30% more too. So, good job M18, but good luck with your competition.

[@Tracys35thchannel]

​@@aliciafaulkner416 👋 Hello... My car tire light comes on when weather changes could you recommend affordable air compressor? I've watched so many reviews on Amazon then came to KZbin to see the reviews here ..I figured I'd ask someone in the comment section..🙂🙏

[@aliciafaulkner416]

@@Tracys35thchannel If you have dewalt or Milwaukee battery already, just buy their inflators in this video. If you don't have either tools. I recommend buying one inflator and battery/charger as combo. Either of these two brands will work very well. However, I prefer Dewalt one because it can also inflate balloons, or as blower, while Miwaukee can only inflate tires.

[@justsayin7937]

​@@aliciafaulkner416 Milwaukee has an adapter that comes with it to inflate more than just tires.

[@steveodeed]

I bought and returned the Craftsman one today, it drank two batteries topping off tires. It's a pile of poo with the battery use might as well have not made a battery option. My buddy has the Milwaukee one and it's wicked good.

[@thetilo8682]

there is a hack with the Makita, where you can put a zip=tie around the handle to hold the trigger in place

[@wildijp62]

One of the best review I have seen, thank you !

[@Tools-Tested]

Thanks! No Problem!

[@twisterwiper]

Wow. That is really thorough review. Great job!

[@Tools-Tested]

Thanks! Glad you liked it!

[@DrewsBackYardMechanics]

Hart is good for the price, but after using it about once every day for a couple months, the motor started sounding bad & smelling burnt, on the plus side I called Hart customer service & they sent me a replacement in the mail under warranty.

[@Tools-Tested]

Nice about the warranty, thanks for the info!

[@charlesludwig9173]

I have the Milwaukee and find I need to set it to deliver 42 psi to get 40 psi because when unscrewing the hose pressure is lost. The remedy would be a closed chuck locking quick connector attached to hose. I have ordered one.

[@darknesscomes9522]

I own the milwaukee, and I am very satisfied with it.

[@Tools-Tested]

Yeah it works well!

[@CorvetteTrev]

These are a real life saver, if you're lucky you can get the DeWalt with jumper cables, usb ports, and an alternator tester, inflator for around $150. A little heavy but works great, if your tire is flat , maybe 20mins to do the whole ordeal, but solid machine. No funny noises like others I've owned. Thanks 👍

[@Tools-Tested]

Interesting I didn't know they made that. Thanks for the info!

[@CorvetteTrev]

@@Tools-Tested @projectfarm blows up 100psi truck tire with one

[@kec2528]

Problem is it takes a long time to inflate truck tires. Much better options out there.

[@CorvetteTrev]

@@kec2528 obviously a real compressor. This is battery operated to keep in your car for the emergency to get to a better situation. I have the DeWalt and wouldn't live without it

[@davidcurry8440]

I learned today that my 12V/15A tire inflator does not work on my 2024 Kia K5 or my wife’s 2023 Kia Soul because the power socket is 12V/10A. My tire inflator does power on using my solar generator so I know the tire inflator works. So now I’m searching for a new tire inflator but most specs do not list the amperage…unless there’s something I’m overlooking or I’m not aware of.

[@cliffvictoria3863]

I bought the DeWalt because I already have a bunch of DeWalt batteries. Plus, it was on sale. Works fine for normal tire inflations and for filling air mattresses and pool floaties. The spinner pressure control seems a bit flimsy and awkward. DeWalt could have included a better dial. It would be nice if it would start at 30 lbs. rather than zero. If it times out, I need to dial it all the way up into the 30s again.

[@RobertLeBlancPhoto]

I recently bought the Milwaukee inflator in this comparison in kit form with two M18 6.0 batteries, dual fast charger, and free tool (I chose the Hackzall) for $280.

[@Tools-Tested]

Nice!

[@GeekyFast]

I'm a fan of the m12 and m18 tools. The tire inflator is my second favorite in my colle6only behind the m18 worksite bluetooth speaker and the m18 1/2" impact tie tie my favorites. The m12 3/8" ratchet is great too!

[@michaelwerbick]

all depends on your platform. I was a mixed bag until someone gave me a Makita impact and Ive since replaced with another and gone down the makita rabbit hole.

[@Tools-Tested]

Yep I would be hard pressed to add another platform just for one tool.

[@yanovitskysergey3258]

Best small inflators review ever! I have DeWalt tools. DeWalt inflator is not bad. Thank you

[@Tools-Tested]

Thanks! Nice I do like the Dewalt. No problem!

[@johnnyd8740]

Excellent review and presentation. You put a HUGE amount of work into this and it shows. Appreciate the graphs and comparing tires airing up all in one screen. You've got a winning template here. Well done!

[@Tools-Tested]

Thanks! Yeah defiantly a lot of work went into this one. Thanks Again!

[@EricScott-qh5dg]

Oh yeah 😎? 2-3 months ago the HART from Walmart went on sale online. Two(2) 20volt 4Ah(amphour) batteries + charger + compressor tool: $99 + tax, free shipping. For bicycles 🚲 prefer the smaller HART pistol grip 20v compressor can use the same 20v HART batteries on the HART am/fm Radio 📻 + Bluetooth. Ride bicycle 🚲 listen 👂 to am/fm radio 📻 or KZbin music 🎶 and Audio 🔉 Books 📚 📙 using cellphone and Bluetooth. And also have small digital backup 20v HART compressor. Always carry a brass Presta valve adapter for road tires.

[@Tools-Tested]

Nice! yeah the hart tools are a good value, definitely when Walmart runs sales.

[@TheMarshallMaster]

Great view with all the different air compressors

[@loonyhap8043]

Got my milwaukee inflator just because of your review..

[@Tools-Tested]

Nice! glad to hear it helped!

[@alvingoodone]

Great video for a guy like myself looking for a pump for rv travels. I to buy the best when purchasing.

[@Tools-Tested]

Glad it helped!

[@mattc7270]

Great job. I liked the tabled info, split screen, concise format and was looking for decibels amounts which you showed. Thank you!

[@Tools-Tested]

Thanks! Yeah defiantly need hearing protection with most of these. No Problem!

[@ralphcantrell3214]

The DeWalt might not be the fastest, but it is one of the most versatile, accurate and feature-packed. It is therefore definitely in contention for being the best IMO.

[@ucanoe]

Thx, not sure why the B&D was rated so low...the time to inflate is not the biggest factor in my opinion and both the B&D and the Craftsman allow for 3 power sources...and come in at much lower cost...for the odd time these devices are used i would consider the B&D...especially if you already have a battery for it...😁

[@Tools-Tested]

No problem, yeah if you're already running the line thats a huge factor.

[@MrWhaatay]

I bought a Master Flow MF-1050 Tsunami High Volume Portable Air Compressor in 2007 and it just died now. It runs but often times blows the fuse on power up. Piston probably getting stuck. Wish I could buy another.

[@chrispewkreme]

The Milwaukee is perhaps one of the most well thought out. Memory features and a crazy duty cycle. I had a craftsman but the 12v plug broke. And the 110v cable is entirely useless without an extension. The Milwaukee is great, but there really needs to be a 12v and 110v option as it would be ridiculously versatile. Sometimes relying on only batteries isn’t the greatest. Only feature I’d like to see added is a automatic deflation setting.

[@Tools-Tested]

Yep very good points, 110v and deflating feature would be great!

[@surfearth1]

I just bought the Dewalt. There is no way I would want to rely on the battery only. The 12v is a must. Sucks that it does not come with the 120 volt adapter, but would I ever really use it?

[@Tools-Tested]

Yeah I wish it came with the 120v, but agree probably never use it lol so

[@tsl7881]

If you plan on keeping these in your car, then you"tie up" an expensive battery that you still need to check every 6 months. So if you have the 12v option, pop a battery in it just at home or camping..

[@sham27007]

Would love to see the internals of the top 2.

[@kingofkings2934]

Have the skil one been using it for year several times a week going strong happy with it will be upgrading to milwakee soon.

[@Tools-Tested]

Nice the skil is a good value for sure.

[@Tools-Tested]

Nice the skil is a good value for sure.

[@garethgordon9141]

Excellent video - comparative performance graphics were superb. Thank you for all your effort 😂

[@Tools-Tested]

Thanks, yeah the charts took 3 different programs to create 😂.

[@haydenshores9943]

Tbh for the price i belive the craftsman was my best bet not really a craftsman guy but for a cheap tool its doin the job great

[@2hotscottpro]

I can’t believe I missed this vid.Always great 👍

[@Tools-Tested]

Yeah its one of my top videos, Thanks!

[@baseballdude8491]

Still prefer the Rigid for most applications Otherwise I'll take the Metabo HPT cordless/AC adapter capable small compressor I can use for pneumatic nailers as well

[@powderdescent]

Pssst… Cordless nailers are a thing.

[@baseballdude8491]

@@powderdescent yes I own many however when doing production work cordless can't keep up And for finish work my cordless pin nailers work well but still much bigger than my pnuematic pin nailers

[@NewShockerGuy]

I feel like M18 missed the mark. I LOVE their tools and have their batteries/tool setup. Their little pump should also have come with a 12v socket adapter like many of the cheap units do. At the price they are charging this should have been a standard thing. IE: I take it on trips with me but don't have to worry if the battery is dead to be able to power this, I can just hook it up to the car's 12v cig plug and fill up a tire...

[@Tools-Tested]

Yeah I agree should have a 12v plug for the price.

[@henryt9254]

Very important factor on this review is missing. Regardless of all the functions that these compressors have, the one thing that is important to me is the PSI accuracy. Once you preset the psi, you normally just wait for it to do its job and cut off the compressor once the desired psi is reached. However, my experience has been the accuracy left a lot to be desired. Variances of +-1 to 2 psi is acceptable, anything varying more than that is no good as far as I'm concerned.

[@wealthfinder192]

The other thing about the Makita with the switch, the heat gun is more dangerous than a tire pump with a cut off setting. It would be safer to NOT have the lockable switch on the heat gun and have it on the compressor.

[@Tools-Tested]

Yep that’s the crazy thing.

[@MojoPup]

Love the graphics!

[@Tools-Tested]

Thanks!

[@rolandm9750]

The Ridgid is great overall, esp. at the price; but it's *insanely* loud. Louder than any other tyre compressor I've ever had, and the results here show it's not only the loudest it's also significantly louder than the the next loudest, at 6dB up on it. Def. don't use in enclosed spaces w/o hearing protection. Interestingly it hit a max pressure much higher than all the rest but let's be honest here no one is inflating a passenger car/pickup truck tyre to those kind of pressures. On another note, stupidly, all of the TTI ones except the Hart (the cheapest one!) don't have a light. Not sure what they were thinking there given they put LEDs on every drill, driver, ratchet, etc. and didn't think of it here.

[@Tools-Tested]

Yep good point it’s very loud, hearing protection is a must. But overall can’t beat the performance for the price! Yeah it’s strange how the tools under TTI can vary and why a simple led is left out. Must be none of the company’s under TTI really collaborate.

[@kellstat]

Good & concise review!

[@Tools-Tested]

Thanks!

[@jacobyoung4657]

I'm loving my bauer so far.

[@jimmypickett9912]

Be sure to check the accuracy of the pressure gauges on the inflators.

[@Tools-Tested]

Yeah from my testing they seem to be within 2psi of the desired setting

[@KrazyKajun602]

What about the best ones that have a built in jack to lift the vehicle, inflater, and also can use a air gun to remove the wheel lugs. A complete package.

[@Tools-Tested]

Just looked it up, that interesting.

[@crabjoe]

You should do a comparison with whatever the latest generation of 3/8" impact wrenches in the 18-24V category. Say Milwaukee M18, Ridgid Subcompact Brushless, Ryobi HP, Makita, Dewalt, and Matabo. Possibly throw a couple others in if you can think of whatever like Kobolt.

[@Tools-Tested]

It’s on the list, I actually just got a impact tester. Hopefully the video after next. I just need to find time.. full time job+trying to farm along with this 😂.

[@elliotkane4443]

Good test, I reckon you should do this test with different batteries.

[@Tools-Tested]

Thanks, Yeah wish I could but they have all been sold so I could buy other tools. I have changed my testing now to include all available batteries.

[@clarkfos3447]

Great video! It would have been nice to see Makita's new 40v XGT version of this inflator head to head against the Milwaukee or atleast a 6ah 18v Makita battery but that Milwaukee is beastly!

[@Tools-Tested]

Thanks! Im hoping to do an update video with the 40v XGT, I just haven't spent the money yet on the 40v battery and charger.

[@riba2233]

40v is 10% stronger, everything else is the same.

[@reaperreaper5098]

Tools and Stuff did a video on the new 18V and the XGT, the XGT is not much faster and they have the same max PSI. Both should be good for a few truck tires easily.

[@bearkawiboy6246]

Just FYI for anyone buying one. The dewalts suck in the reliability factor! We bought 3 and all three are toast!

[@scottbutler2343]

Price, performance, useability and size goes to Ridgid...it's just more practical for what most people are going to need it for. So many folks are on the Ridgid 18V system that it just makes sense, instead of investing in an entirely different battery group.

[@imrozetraveldiariesitd370]

Amazing detailed information and statistics. ❤❤

[@Tools-Tested]

Glad you liked it! Thanks!

[@justsayin7937]

How does Milwaukee do it? Everything they make is the best.

[@tsl7881]

Highest price and they rely on their fans when they miss the performance mark. Like Snap-on.

[@akui88]

i got the dewalt on sale last year for 89$ from fleetfarm. i am on the Milwaukee battery platform, i have the most Milwaukee batteries then dewalt then ryobi. i waited for so long for a m18 inflator, then i got the dewalt and they released the m18. if i knew, i would have waited and got the m18, but i am happy with the dewalt .

[@Tools-Tested]

Sounds like you got a good deal on the dewalt. You can pick the M18 up at a discount right now at HD. www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-M18-18-Volt-Lithium-Ion-XC-Starter-Kit-with-Two-5-0Ah-Batteries-and-Charger-48-59-1852B/320379720 Buy the stater kit and the inflator for $200, if you don't need the batterys you can take them back. Then the inflater basically cost you 95 dollars or so.

[@crxk20r59]

I love my Milwaukee M18 Inflator! Nice review 👍

[@Tools-Tested]

Thanks 👍, yeah makes the rest look like toys.

[@masterkilla77]

Thx for all these comparisons. I have one that I haven't seen in mind because I'm in both platforms and batteries. M12 using 6.0/2.5 HO/5.0HO vs ridgid 4.0/6.0 high outputs

[@deandarkblue4721]

Fantastic review! Thank you.

[@Tools-Tested]

Thanks, No problem!

[@derricklowell]

Good review I have the Milwaukee works great

[@Tools-Tested]

Thanks, yep the Milwaukee sure is.

[@timroscoe4519]

Right now at Home Depot you can get the Milwaukee for about $94. You buy a 2 battery kit for $199 and the inflator is free. Already have batteries? Return the batteries for around $105 and keep the inflator for about $94.

[@powderdescent]

Just did this. Still expensive, but it’s a beast so hopefully it will lay off.

[@MojoPup]

For cost, ability, and compactness - that Ridgid is really nice. But I hesitate to invest in a third battery platform. I already have Milwaukee and Ryobi, so will probably go with the Ryobi. I can deal with the longer time considering the vehicles I have.

[@Tools-Tested]

Yep understandable, would be another charger and battery to find room for.

[@three-phase562]

Interesting set of tests. Having to hold the trigger on the Makita is certainly a let down, wonder if all of their models are like that? The Dewalt seemed to suffer from vibration more than the other tools, bit annoying having it dance across the floor like that.

[@Tools-Tested]

Yeah sadly I think all of the Makita's are, 12v, 180 18v, this 181. Don't know for sure about the 40v XGT one but it looks almost identical to the 181. I don't understand, why have a reset if someone has to hold the trigger. Dewalt defiantly has a lot of vibration, just like the Ridgid. I will say if you put a flex volt battery 12ah on the bottom it no longer moves lol.

[@scotts4125]

@@Tools-Tested I'm on the Makita platform and I'm watching thinking I don't have that release valve. Turns out I have the 180. I keep a perm zip tie on it and slide it over the trigger. The auto shut off makes that possible. Really dumb design but it pumps up well.

[@Tools-Tested]

@@scotts4125 yeah I really wish they would fix that so we don’t have to use zip ties lol.

[@The415Sco]

Great video!

[@Tools-Tested]

Thanks!

[@vladk6679]

The reason you have to hold the button on the Makita is to keep it in place because of its shape.

[@smithmal01]

Thanks for this content. Really well done, testing well thought out and presentation was concise and professional.

[@Tools-Tested]

No problem!

[@AndrewBrowner]

if you have the two tools id enjoy to see a comparison of the M18 inflator and M18 compressor on output, say how long does the compressor take to fill its 2gallon tank and then how long does it take the inflator to fill a 2 gallon tank to the same pressure just to give an idea on how much more output the compressor has over the inflator if you take the storage tank out of the equation.. i dont own either but thinking about buying one or the other hey maybe they just copy and pasted the compressor set up from the compressor into the inflator and removed the tank, or maybe they have completely different dynamics copy and pasting the same motor and pump seems alot more reasonable when you consider that the battery can only provide so much juice, so if theyre just maximizing output based on avaiable power both tools would hit the same wattage allowance maybe they give the compressor more jam though as smaller batterys like a 3.0 or even 5.0 can overheat on them and they take that as acceptable but the inflator they want to work with any battery for a full tire even a 2.0 where as if you throw a 2.0 or 3.0 on the compressor and run into issues that cause youre being an idiot.. not that i wouldnt do it to eek out that last tire, or last bit of air nailing ect

[@Tools-Tested]

I don’t currently have one, but I definitely want to do that test at some point. Probably won’t be until next year though.

[@askalias123]

Thank you for a very helpful video.

[@Tools-Tested]

No problem! Glad it was helpful!

[@garethstroud5586]

For the money, that rigid looks great but if you've got the extra to spend and already use the M18 platform, Milwaukee is a no brainer

[@Tools-Tested]

Yep exactly

[@riba2233]

great testing!

[@Tools-Tested]

Thanks!

[@StuffTested]

Great video and I have the rigid battery lineup, but I'll rarely have the battery in my car as I don't drive around with my batteries (I work remote digital marketing). I would go with the skill, but I would just use it for the 12v and I doubt that's useful. Can you just do a video with just popular 12v models, focusing on that it's corded 12v and ideally 10amps because that seems to be in most passenger vehicles. Also, if you're keeping them, maybe have a teardown look inside to see what their pump setup is like and do they use nylon pistons/drives or metal as it makes the longevity much better (as per Project Farms videos).

[@Tools-Tested]

It would be a while before I can do just 12v versions, sadly I won't be able to tear them apart. Normally I resell them, my videos don't make money lol.

[@StuffTested]

@@Tools-Tested I get it buddy! Maybe do some giveaways to increase engagement with your channel. I mostly mean the 12v car versions, not 12v batteries haha. Keep up the good work!

[@J_Leish]

The Ridgid comes with a 12v adapter. You don’t need to carry a battery with you.

[@SPACEMIKEB]

Thanks for the great review! I've owned the Dewalt since it first came out and we have one at work. It is a great unit, even thought I also have the Milwaukee, the Dewalt gets used the most. The Milwaukee becomes my go to inflator when I go off road and need to air up my large off road tires. It is much faster.

[@Tools-Tested]

No problem! I do really like the pressure adjustment on the dewalt.

[@darrylnelson6264]

The inflator isn't used often, mostly during an emergency. Can you rely on a battery to hold its charge?

[@Tools-Tested]

Probably not my luck it would be dead lol, thats why I really like the Ridgid and it stays in the truck, because it can be powered by 12v and the cable is actually long enough.

[@darrylnelson6264]

@@Tools-Tested that's what I was thinking.

[@kyunikoi]

Taking away the dub from the makita when it can be solved with a single ziptie lmao i love the pettiness

[@Tools-Tested]

Yep its sad.

[@tsl7881]

Really a bad marketing decision. Just look!, We have a feature no one else has!

[@Coxfame]

Are you any selling any of these tools specially dewalt or ridgid? Great technological test/results, price, noise, time, etc, etc video. I wonder what brand lasts the longer after so many months/years of uses. I seen more of the ridgid in piles of used tools in resale shops with the hose broken off.

[@Tools-Tested]

They have long sold on my Ebay stare www.ebay.com/usr/precision.sales Cant say on longevity, I perviously used a ryobi for 2 years without issues, my boss has the M12 and it failed on him a month ago. Interesting you have see a pile of the ridgid ones in resale shop.

[@Coxfame]

@@Tools-Tested yes I have see piles and piles of used tools of all brands: ryobis, dewalts, milwaukees, rigid. Mostly returns from homedepot. Resellers buy them by the pallets & sale them at the flea markets and marketplace.

[@xxHydroponicxx]

could you please do an accuracy test (pressure) between the Makita & Milwaukee

[@Tools-Tested]

Honestly from my testing, I only seen a 1-2 PSI difference vs my gauge.

[@1501HP]

I bet the m12 inflator could’ve taken care of most of these full size inflators. Had mine for years and even after getting the m18 I still use the m12 for smaller tires

[@4lanman]

I use the dewalt to top off my coach from 100 to 110lb. I would love to see a high pressure speed test.

[@Tools-Tested]

Sadly I have already sold them all, I know 90 is not 100 but I think it gives a decent idea of how they perform at higher psi.

[@sashtt]

Ridgid is the best for a buck, for a compact size, for a tech and look, for a lifetime warranty!!! Makita is ok for button holders) DeWalt is oversized Secification list missing that it has 12v, and also no words of a 110v additional cord price $80… insane Milwaukee $200 … really? I can buy x3 Ridgid and pump tires faster)))

[@shaneh6497]

I have the Rigid and it is Lifetime Warranty Even the Battery I also have the Ryobi also. I had no problem Airing up a Ram 250 Diesel to i think 80 psi. Best bang for the buck!

[@mediocreman2]

Ridgid is great value. Of course I would have to buy into a whole new system so maybe it's not a great choice for me right now. LOL PS your affiliate link for the Ridgid needs to be edited. It just needs a space before your disclaimer.

[@Tools-Tested]

Yep defiantly have to consider what platforms you are running, I really wish some of these brands ran the same batterys. I don't see why Dewalt, Craftsman and black & decker all have to use a different battery ! Thanks I fixed the description!

[@thetilo8682]

In your comparison between the Milwaukee, Makita, DeWalt, the starting pressures do not seem to be identical -- this could lead to inaccurate timings.

[@marcink9649]

Hello. You know how the STANLEY Fatmax SFMCE520B will fare in this comparison. Are Stanley power tools worth buying or is it better to choose one of the companies in the video? Thank you and best regards

[@Tools-Tested]

Man that looks almost identical to the craftsman, so I would expect similar performance. I think it really depends on which platform you have or plan on buying into in the future.

[@61904Dristoser]

I have the the craftsman one I have no complaints but if I could go back in time I would have gotten the milwaukee only because I own other cordless milwaukee tools and I could swap the batteries unfortunately this is the only craftsman item I have so it has its own battery and charger 😢

[@Tools-Tested]

Yeah thats understandable, I wish Milwaukee came out with one sooner for m18.

[@genefoster8936]

Great video. The chart showing power options skipped the 12DC available for the DeWalt. How do you invoke the deflate mode?

[@genefoster8936]

My mistake. The chart does not reflect that the DeWalt has an option for corded power, but you have to buy the cord.

[@robert-tm3qz]

Home Depot has the Ridgid , the tool charger and 2ah battery for 100 bucks ... Also the m18 with charger and 2 battery's for 200 bucks that's unreal

[@powderdescent]

It’s available now (Black Friday early sale) for $94 bare tool if you hack the HD free tool deal.

[@MojoPup]

I know. I like the Milwaukee and already have the batteries, but $179... I also have Ryobi equip and while I like the Ridgid more...I really don't want to have to buy another charger and battery.

[@bradl2636]

I work in risk and safety. Makita is the one I choose. The presets are control devices not safety devices. The trigger on the Makita is the safety device. It's the only one.

[@vTRage]

Thank you

[@Tools-Tested]

No problem!