Cordless tools can do a lot of jobs, but not the ones which require air. The best air compressor is a great tool for any garage.

Any home garage will benefit from having at least an inexpensive air compressor. A portable electric tire inflator is great for emergencies, but not something you want to use regularly.

We rigorously tested a slew of portable air compressors to see which one can best help you tackle almost any project with the pneumatic efficiency you deserve.

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The Clarke Monza portable air compressor is extremely light and portable, and a godsend for any home mechanic.