Comparison Opinions needed between these two

[Bedlam]

I wonder how many people have bought and use either of these products and might offer an overall opinion. I was planning on the Lowes one but then found the tractor supply.around here the tractor supply is about 10 dollars difference. Not much of a concern...Just wondering how dependable each one is. (this is replacing a 38 year old Craftsman that only ever had a belt replacement) (well built!!) thanks

https://www.lowes.com/pd/Kobalt-60-Gallon-Electric-Vertical-Air-Compressor/1000542193

DeWALT 6 Gallon Air Compressor 155 PSI, DXCM61 at Tractor Supply Co.

 

[TheMadOne]

The dewalt has a far better review score. That's about all I can say. I've transitioned off of air. Everything I could do with air around the house I can now use battery tools. Quieter, less maintenance, more portable.

 

[tradosaurus]

The air compressor I bought from Harbor Freight is still working strong after 6 yrs.

Savings Coupons at Harbor Freight Tools

 

[Professor Marvel]

Kobalt is 2 stage I would rather have that myself. I assume that is why the 175 psi rating
Dewalt just has 2 cylinders

 

[MESSMAKER]

I would think either would work. I would go with the Dewalt based on the reviews.

 

[Slowpoke Slim]

How many cfm do you need, and at what psi do you need it?

That is the question the OP must answer.

The rest is just "How much does a pile of horse feathers weigh?"

 

[Bedlam]

How many cfm do you need, and at what psi do you need it?

That is the question the OP must answer.

The rest is just "How much does a pile of horse feathers weigh?"

Good point. I have gotten by with just around 120 or 130 PSI for years even able to run the tire machine. But I feel more PSI would help with that tool.I think either one would be enough CFI I only had a shortage of CFI when I had a sand blaster. I don't use that much if at all. And actually I plan to put also have my old craftsman inline also.So would think that the two running on a rare occasion would be fine.

Heck just fixing all the leaks will help. LOL

 

[MossRoad]

One has a longer warranty than the other as well. Something to consider.

 

[fried1765]

The dewalt has a far better review score. That's about all I can say. I've transitioned off of air. Everything I could do with air around the house I can now use battery tools. Quieter, less maintenance, more portable.

You can spray automotive paint, or sandblast with "battery tools"?

 

[fried1765]

I wonder how many people have bought and use either of these products and might offer an overall opinion. I was planning on the Lowes one but then found the tractor supply.around here the tractor supply is about 10 dollars difference. Not much of a concern...Just wondering how dependable each one is. (this is replacing a 38 year old Craftsman that only ever had a belt replacement) (well built!!) thanks

https://www.lowes.com/pd/Kobalt-60-Gallon-Electric-Vertical-Air-Compressor/1000542193

DeWALT 6 Gallon Air Compressor 155 PSI, DXCM61 at Tractor Supply Co.

The Kobalt is two stage, has good reviews, and puts out 11 cfm at 175psi.
That is 20psi. more than the DeWalt, meaning your air supply will last longer before the compressor must restart.
If you are a veteran, when you buy this compressor from Lowe's you will get a 10% discount.

Neither of these is anywhere near the same quality as a 5HP Quincy Pro, but neither costs $2200+ either.

 

[TheMadOne]

You can spray automotive paint, or sandblast with "battery tools"?

Everything I need to do. I don't need to paint or sandblast. And if, by some chance I did need a quality finish, I have several powder coat shops within an hours drive.

 

[Slowpoke Slim]

The Kobalt is two stage, has good reviews, and puts out 11 cfm at 175psi.
That is 20psi. more than the DeWalt, meaning your air supply will last longer before the compressor must restart.
If you are a veteran, when you buy this compressor from Lowe's you will get a 10% discount.

Neither of these is anywhere near the same quality as a 5HP Quincy Pro, but neither costs $2200+ either.

Those stats are terrible. 11 cfm is a joke. And it's actually 10.7 for the Kobalt, according to the specs online. The 175 psi is a useless stat. Its cfm that does the work. The Dewalt shows 11.5 @ 90 psi, which is also poor, but they don't even tell you what the cfm would be at 155.

Take a hard look at the Quincy compressors, over either one of these. Much better stats, much higher cfm at the high psi range too.

 

[fried1765]

Everything I need to do. I don't need to paint or sandblast. And if, by some chance I did need a quality finish, I have several powder coat shops within an hours drive.

Ah yes....powder coating....the most despicable coating ever invented.

 

[fried1765]

Those stats are terrible. 11 cfm is a joke. And it's actually 10.7 for the Kobalt, according to the specs online. The 175 psi is a useless stat. Its cfm that does the work. The Dewalt shows 11.5 @ 90 psi, which is also poor, but they don't even tell you what the cfm would be at 155.

Take a hard look at the Quincy compressors, over either one of these. Much better stats, much higher cfm at the high psi range too.

OH ....absolutely DO look at the Quincy compressors.
I have the 5HP Quincy Pro, but..... check your wallet.
Best price I have seen for the 5HP Quincy Pro (has pressure lubrication) is $2200 plus shipping, direct from Quincy, Ill.

The Quincy QT-54 (not the same quality as the Pro) is $1400 online with free shipping.

 

[Slowpoke Slim]

Local store here, small chain of stores, Runnings sells the Quincy brand compressors. I got the QT-54 on sale for less than $1400.

 

[TheMadOne]

Ah yes....powder coating....the most despicable coating ever invented.

It works well enough and it's cheaper than buying a compressor with way more CFM than I'd ever use in my day-to-day repairs. For small stuff I could probably take it to a local small OEM and have them add it to their paint line, as long as I'm not picky about color.

 

[firebird93]

ingersoll rand!
mine is over 35 years old and works as good as it did 35 years ago

 

[MESSMAKER]

I don't know much about Quincy ,but not that much more expensive.
Quincy Q13160VQ 3.5-HP 60-Gallon Belt Drive Single Stage Cast-Iron Air Compressor 230V 1-Phase

Click on the tab for Air Compressor Direct

 

[CMV]

I'm in the HF camp too, but mine are smaller. Little pancake one for remote site (filling tires, quick hit with an impact tool), then the 21 gal. 2.5 HP 125 PSI I use all the time. Keeps up with my blast cabinet so don't need any more than that. Loud as a train is only complaint.... For $150, I absolutely love it! - earplugs are cheap

 

[Slowpoke Slim]

Mine's the 5 hp 2 stage. 15.2 cfm @ 175 psi, 15.7 cfm @ 90 psi.



Got it on sale for just south of $1400