10 Reviews: Best Industrial Air Compressors (Apr 2024)

This unit’s main focus is portability and user convenience. The air compressor weighs just 86 pounds and has a really nice handle that allows you to effortlessly move it around. The WEN 2202 20-Gallon Oil lubricated portable vertical air compressor is a force to be reckoned with in terms of pressure and power. The air compressor can also produce 135 PSI of pressure, which is remarkable given its small size.

Great Compressor. Works well and is oil lubricated which extends life. Arrived in perfect condition and operated wonderfully.

by Randy Lang

This compressor is compact, with a six-gallon tank and a maximum pressure of 125 PSI, driven by a one-horsepower motor. It comes with wheels for easy transport and weighs just 54 pounds, making it fairly light to lift. Furthermore, for garage users, it plugs into a normal 120V outlet rather than a 240V outlet. You want more? It has a 1 HP motor and a 3.0 CFM flow rate at 90 PSI.

[...] Item looks very industrial, keeps up with me when nailing or cleaning out the shop, doesn't 'walk around' like my last one, and did I mention it's quiet?

by Tim Teichman

The NorthStar Single-Stage Portable Air Compressor is built with technology that allows users to continue working uninterrupted. It features a long-lasting cast-iron V-twin pump with oil lubrication and iron heads to guarantee a long service life. This device has a 5.0 CFM At 90 PSI output and is wired for 115V operation with a 6-foot cable and connector. Even better, this model is both efficient and quiet.

Just what I was looking for. This will mostly stay in the shop but it is portable. Much quieter than my last oil less compressor and with any luck will last longer. Looks to be good construction and materials. So far it is doing well on 120v.

by TJ cpl

The Industrial Air Portable Pontoon Compressor is a true pontoon compressor with high mobility. This device has a total capacity of 4 gallons, but it can produce 5 CFM at 40 PSI, which is on par with the strongest devices we’ve seen so far. This device offers you the best of both worlds since it is lightweight and attached to a portable frame. Plus, the 155 psi max pressure enables optimum tool performance.

This was just what I needed. Light and dependable and does not take up much room.I lock it and it never leaves my pickup. Can pull a gooseneck trailer without even moving it. GREAT

by Tim Hardt

This 30-gallon Industrial Air compressor is one of the best buys for a strong, long-lasting device. The ILA1883054 is wired for a standard 120-volt outlet but may be changed to 240-volt if necessary. You will be unlikely to find another large air compressor with the specifications of this one that can be plugged into any outlet. This Industrial Air type is really quiet, and even at midnight, your neighbors will never notice its operation.

[...] The Industrial Air compressor arrived on time, the delivery guy was great, and with very little set up it was time to fire up the new compressor. First impression - I can't get over how much quieter this is, compared to the Sears. Second impression - horsepower ratings are a real ruse. This compressor has guts. [...]

by J. Heyen

DEWALT’s five-horsepower motor has thermal overload protection to prevent it from overheating and runs at a low RPM to prolong its lifetime. It has a 60-gallon tank with a maximum pressure of 175 PSI. Furthermore, the 13.5 CFM air supply rate at full pressure is more than adequate to power equipment such as air ratchets without rapidly exhausting the tank. DEWALT additionally covers the pump with a two-year guarantee and the tank with a one-year warranty.

It's a beast. We power several air tools in our shop at the same time and this compressor has no trouble keeping up. You can really tell the difference between a single stage and this two stage.

by D. Morton

The Quincy QT-54 Splash may be the perfect pick for the best air compressor for sandblasting. It has a 5 HP power output, which is more than enough for a small air compressor. The compressor has a pump life rating of 30,000 hours, and the fuel tank has a capacity of 60 gallons. As a result, you can get a lot more done in less time, which is especially useful if your workshop gets a lot of orders.

love it, unlike the home center 60 gal compressors, (2 have failed on me), this is a workhorse, built to last, commercial grade, and professionally engineered to do it's job!!!!!! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT

by TA 2000

With a proprietary pump and piston design that improves compression efficiency, this 80 Gal. 2-Stage Electric Air Compressor is a great addition to your workplace. It features an 80-gallon tank with a 175-PSI peak pressure. The machine also features a five-horsepower motor with thermal overload protection and a low-RPM function that significantly increases its lifespan. Because the engine begins when the pressure drops below 135 PSI, it practically never runs out of air.

Good solid working compressor

by William

This two-stage industrial air compressor from Ingersoll Rand is ideal for large shops that rely significantly on this piece of equipment. The compressor can also pressurize air up to 175 PSI to power heavy-duty tools, and the air delivery rate is the best we’ve observed — 24.2 CFM at 90 PSI or 23.1 CFM at maximum pressure. All of this is driven by a huge 7.5-horsepower motor that is oil-lubricated and will last for years if properly maintained.

Top notch compressor for the money.

by Drew

Let’s close this list with the CTA9090980.ES model.  For outstanding tool performance, the Industrial Air Contractor 9 Gal. compressor provides up to 18 SCFM at 90 PSI. The twin-tank wheelbarrow has two turf-tread, semi-pneumatic tires for smooth movement. This model is gas-powered and has a horsepower rating of 9 hp. It has improved structural support underneath the platform to transfer vibrations into the ground.

Using this to push a pneumatic pile driver. Works great, outruns the hammer.

by Rob