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Tank capacity and delivered airflow are separate specifications. Every compressor below has a true 10-gallon receiver; compare its CFM at the stated pressure with the air demand of the intended tool. A 10-gallon tank gives a reserve, but it does not make a low-CFM pump suitable for continuous high-air-demand work.
| # | Product | Price | Where to buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Husky 3301042 10 Gal 175 PSI Quiet Oil-Free Hotdog Air Compressor | $361.62 | Amazon |
| 2 | FORTRESS 57328 10 Gallon 175 PSI Ultra Quiet Oil-Free Compressor | $289.99 | Amazon |
| 3 | California Air Tools 10020C Ultra Quiet 10 Gallon Compressor | $430.00 | Amazon · eBay |
| 4 | California Air Tools 10020SPC Ultra Quiet Sound-Proof Cabinet Compressor | $1,444.00 | Amazon · eBay |
| 5 | Goodyear GYC6100SQHV 10 Gallon 175 PSI Air Compressor | $300 to $400 | Amazon |
| 6 | WEN 2289 10-Gallon Oil-Free Vertical Air Compressor | $200 to $300 | Amazon · eBay |
| 7 | CRAFTSMAN CMXECXA0201041 10 Gallon 175 PSI Air Compressor | $250 to $350 | Amazon |
| 8 | JobSmart 2 HP 10 Gallon Single-Stage Horizontal Portable Compressor | $250 to $350 | Amazon · eBay |
| 9 | PowerTrain PT-TT70G-CP 7 HP 10 Gallon Gas Wheelbarrow Air Compressor | $800 to $1,100 | Amazon |
The picks, in detail
Husky 3301042 10 Gal 175 PSI Quiet Oil-Free Hotdog Air Compressor
A 120V, 1.8 HP oil-free 10-gallon compressor rated 4.5 SCFM at 90 PSI and 175 PSI maximum; the published noise figure is below 70 dBA.
- 10-gallon tank
- 4.5 SCFM at 90 PSI
- 175 PSI maximum
- Oil-free pump
- 80.36 lb
- Not for continuous high-CFM tools
FORTRESS 57328 10 Gallon 175 PSI Ultra Quiet Oil-Free Compressor
A 10-gallon oil-free horizontal shop compressor with 175 PSI maximum and 69 dBA listed noise output.
- 10-gallon tank
- 175 PSI maximum
- 69 dBA listed noise
- Oil-free induction-motor design
- 120V shop compressor
- Verify tool CFM demand
California Air Tools 10020C Ultra Quiet 10 Gallon Compressor
A 110V 2 HP oil-free vertical compressor with a 10-gallon steel tank, 5.30 CFM at 90 PSI, 125 PSI maximum, 70 dBA rating, and 82.5 lb weight.
- 5.30 CFM at 90 PSI
- 10-gallon steel tank
- Higher 90-PSI airflow in this group
- Oil-free pump
- 125 PSI maximum
- Non-ASME tank
California Air Tools 10020SPC Ultra Quiet Sound-Proof Cabinet Compressor
A 110V 2 HP oil-free 10-gallon steel-tank compressor in a sound-proof cabinet, rated 5.30 CFM at 90 PSI, 130 PSI maximum, 58 dBA, and 145 lb.
- 5.30 CFM at 90 PSI
- 58 dBA listed noise
- Very low published noise
- Sound-proof cabinet
- 145 lb
- High purchase price
Goodyear GYC6100SQHV 10 Gallon 175 PSI Air Compressor
A 120V, 2 HP, oil-less 10-gallon compressor specified at 4.3 SCFM, 175 PSI maximum, 57 dBA, and 90.5 lb.
- 4.3 SCFM
- 57 dBA listed noise
- Quiet published rating
- Horizontal tank with wheels
- 14.5 A draw
- Hose is not included
WEN 2289 10-Gallon Oil-Free Vertical Air Compressor
A 120V, 15A oil-free 10-gallon vertical compressor rated 4.0 SCFM at 90 PSI, 5.0 SCFM at 40 PSI, 150 PSI maximum, 50% duty cycle, and 72 lb.
- 4.0 SCFM at 90 PSI
- 150 PSI maximum
- Published duty cycle
- Oil-free pump
- 50% duty cycle
- Vertical form is tall
CRAFTSMAN CMXECXA0201041 10 Gallon 175 PSI Air Compressor
A 10-gallon, 1.8 HP oil-free portable compressor rated 4.0 CFM at 90 PSI and 175 PSI maximum.
- 4.0 CFM at 90 PSI
- 175 PSI maximum
- Oil and maintenance free
- High maximum pressure
- Confirm seller and warranty
- Airflow limits continuous tools
JobSmart 2 HP 10 Gallon Single-Stage Horizontal Portable Compressor
A 10-gallon oil-lubricated portable compressor with 3.8 CFM at 90 PSI, 4.8 CFM at 40 PSI, and 135 PSI maximum.
- 3.8 CFM at 90 PSI
- Oil-lubricated pump
- Horizontal portable format
- Published fill time
- Requires oil maintenance
- 135 PSI maximum
PowerTrain PT-TT70G-CP 7 HP 10 Gallon Gas Wheelbarrow Air Compressor
A gas-powered, oil-lubricated 10-gallon wheelbarrow compressor with a V-twin pump rated 11.2 CFM at 90 PSI and 150 PSI maximum.
- 11.2 CFM at 90 PSI
- 7 HP gas engine
- Much higher airflow
- No mains power required
- Gas-engine noise and exhaust
- Oil maintenance
Buying tips
- Match the tool CFM requirement to the compressor CFM at the tool pressure, commonly 90 PSI.
- Drain the receiver after use and follow the maker instructions for oil service on oil-lubricated pumps.
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