Top 10 Low Cost Car Compressors 2017 Ranked

A portable car compressor is usually not included in the shopping list until something goes wrong. It is indispensable if you need to quickly inflate flat tires of a car, motorcycle or bicycle, and also helps to inflate a sports ball or air mattress without physical effort.

So that you don't have to worry about “which inexpensive car compressor is better,” we have compiled a 2017 rating of the most popular models on Yandex.Market and specialized sites. They have the best price / functionality ratio.

10. Daewoo DW40L

Worth - 2,290 rubles.

Productivity: 40 l / min.

The top car compressors are opened by a very bright orange model from a well-known manufacturer. This version is equipped with a very comfortable rubberized carrying handle, which many more expensive models cannot boast of.

Pros:

• This is the most powerful car compressor in our ranking.
• There is a bright flashlight.
• The pressure gauge is removable and runs on 2 LR 44 batteries.
• There is an auto-stop function after reaching the set pressure value.
• A vibration damping system is provided.
• Extra long cable (3.5 meters).
• The kit includes not only nozzles for inflatable products, but also 4 spare caps for the nipple.
• All cords and hoses are hidden in the body.

Minuses:

• There are no feet / stands, therefore it is not recommended to place the appliance on wet ground.
• No storage case included.

9. Jock K30

In stores it is sold for 906 rubles.

Productivity: 15 l / min.

The next item in the rating of reliability of automobile compressors is a model from a Russian manufacturer.

Advantages: it attracts attention both for its original design and the presence of a convenient storage bag in the delivery set, as well as convenient recesses for the hose and wire with a plug.

Disadvantages: expensive, noisy during operation, often has to be stopped to cool the engine. And the cap often breaks.

8. Carmega APL-110

Offered for RUB 845

Productivity: 20 l / min.

One of the best piston-type car compressors, with a special thermostat to protect against overheating and a built-in pressure gauge.

• It is very convenient that both the power cable and hose and a set of three adapters are placed inside the device body.
• The compressor hose has a quick-release chuck that can be slid on and off the tire spool with a light hand movement.
• Suitable for inflating tires up to size R17.

7. Bort BLK-251N

Cost, on average - 742 rubles.

Air flow: 12 l / min.

Extremely compact (17.5 x 8.5 x 15.5 cm) and light (0.65 kg) compressor that can be stored even in a small glove compartment or under a motorcycle saddle.

The manufacturer relieved users of the need to twist and store separately the device hose, it is retracted into the pump housing. According to reviews, the device copes with the work properly.

Cons: fragile plastic, makes a lot of noise during operation, there is no bag for storing the device. And the manometer from many who bought this model is lying somewhere by 0.5 Bar.

6. Fusion ACF-16

Price, on average - 721 rubles.

Productivity: 20 l / min.

Very stylish, round compressor with cable and hose storage and a standard set of nozzles (3 pieces). The interface is very simple (pressure gauge and on / off button).But this is rather a plus, since even a child can figure it out. Small dimensions and weight of the device allow storing it in the glove compartment of a car.

5. Kolner KCO 12/19

Can be purchased for 688 rubles.

Air flow: 15 l / min.

The sweet spot in both performance and cost. The device has overheating protection, is equipped with a long 3-meter cord and has 3 adapters for various sports equipment.

The homeland of the Kolner brand is Germany, but the compressor is made in China. And the Chinese craftsmen were greedy for high-quality body materials, limiting themselves to light plastic. Because of this, during operation, the device vibrates and moves along the floor.

4. Airline CA-012-08O Smart O

Can be purchased for 659 rubles.

Productivity: 12 l / min.

A miniature device that fits in a graceful female palm and fits in the glove compartment without any problems.

• It comes with a fabric bag, which is much more convenient than keeping it in a box.
• This "baby" is intended for inflating tires with a diameter of up to R15. Can be used for R16, but you have to wait a long time for the compressor to cope with the tire. And 4 wheels R13 are pumped up in 10 minutes.
• Conveniently, the pump head can be screwed onto the wheel nipple and then removed very quickly.

The disadvantages of using users include noise, at the level of more powerful "brothers".

3. Phantom PH2034

You can buy for 510 rubles.

Productivity: 12 l / min.

One of the best automotive compressors with three benefits:

• compactness;
• long (2.75 m) braided hose;
• and a metal quick release valve.

The device inflates the tire for 8-10 minutes to the standard 2.2 atmospheres.

The disadvantages include the absence of a switch (you will have to pull the cord out of the socket) and noise during the operation of the compressor. The power of the device is not too high, so it is recommended to first turn it on, and only then, when it is working, connect it to the wheel. Otherwise, it may not start.

2. Black & Decker ASI300

The average cost is 4229 rubles.

Productivity: 25 l / min.

Powerful, highly functional and well-assembled compressor.

• The easy-to-use interface and small dimensions (290x150x200 mm) make it an ideal compact device that can be easily stored in the trunk of your car.
• It can work both from a cigarette lighter and from a 220 Volt outlet and inflates tires up to R17.
• The device has a very convenient function of presetting the desired pressure, and after reaching the set pressure value, the ASI300 switches itself off.
• Thanks to the backlit display, the compressor can also be used at night.

The only drawback of the device is its high price.

1. Sparta 58050

The average cost is 469 rubles.

Productivity: 12 l / min.

Topping the rating of inexpensive automobile compressors in 2017 is an affordable and compact membrane-type model.

• It allows you to fully inflate an R16 tire in about 9-11 minutes.
• Compressor running time is 15 minutes.

• You will receive 3 attachments with the appliance: one for inflating small things such as sports balls, and the other for inflating larger objects (tires, mattresses, etc.).

The device has only one drawback - a weak sole. According to one of the users, "a little mass" would not hurt the compressor.