November 2023

Paint Sprayers: MetaRanking

This page highlights the aggregate summary of paint sprayers rankings posted by key online experts, as of November 2023.

Summary

On 7 Nov 2023, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 81 paint sprayer endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.

46 paint sprayers were endorsed in total, only 18 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)

As of 7 Nov 2023, Graco Magnum X5 takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed paint sprayer with 7 expert endorsements. 5 experts out of 7 recommended it as the '#1 paint sprayer' this month.

Brand breakdown
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Price breakdown
As can be seen in the chart below, lowest high-ranking paint sprayers start at $29.99 (Yattich YT-191) and go up to $1526.91 (Graco Pro210ES). Median paint sprayer costs $229 (Wagner Spraytech Flexio 5000).
$29.99
$1526.91

At a glance - November Ranking

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Rank Change Price Paint Sprayer
ToolzPick
PaintersCare
Popular Mechanics
ToolNerds
Better Home Guides
The Spruce
Good Housekeeping
Homedit
This Old House
Bob Vila
1
- $265
Graco Magnum X5
1
5
1
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1
3
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1
1
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2
- $119
Wagner Control Max HVLP
The Wagner Control Max HVLP Paint Sprayer is highly praised by experts for its spray pattern, material compatibility, ease of use, portability, and durability, making it a versatile and reliable option for various painting projects.
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4
4
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2
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2
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4
1
3
- $383
Graco Magnum X7 HiBoy
The Graco Magnum X7 HiBoy is a professional-grade paint sprayer that is versatile, easy to use and maintain, and highly durable, making it ideal for professionals and DIY enthusiasts.
7
1
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3
1
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4
- $257
Graco TrueCoat 360DS
The Graco TrueCoat 360DS Paint Sprayer is a versatile and reliable tool that is perfect for small to medium-sized painting projects, with interchangeable tips, VacuValve technology, and a pump-centric design for easy setup and use.
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2
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1
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5
- $101
HomeRight Finish Max
The HomeRight Finish Max Fine Finish HVLP Sprayer is a versatile and effective paint sprayer that offers a smooth and professional finish, compatible with a wide range of materials, easy to set up and clean, and highly portable.
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1
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5
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6
- $39
HomeRight Quick Finish
The HomeRight Quick Finish paint sprayer is a versatile and user-friendly tool that is ideal for small to medium-sized painting projects, offering three spray patterns and compatibility with a variety of materials.
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10
3
4
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7
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Graco Project Painter Plus
The Graco Project Painter Plus is a highly recommended paint sprayer that offers efficient and even coverage on large surfaces, making it ideal for both personal and professional use.
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8
2
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3
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8
- $685
Graco Magnum ProX19 Cart
The Graco Magnum ProX19 Cart Paint Sprayer is a powerful and versatile tool that is ideal for large painting projects, producing an even and consistent spray pattern and compatible with a wide range of materials.
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6
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5
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5
9
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Rexbeti Ultimate-750
The Rexbeti Ultimate-750 Paint Sprayer is a versatile and reliable tool suitable for a range of painting needs, with adjustable nozzles, full precision flow control, and compatibility with a variety of materials.
3
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5
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10
+1 $589
Graco Ultra Corded
The Graco Ultra Corded Paint Sprayer is a powerful and versatile tool suitable for both professional painters and DIY enthusiasts, with Smart Control technology for consistent and even spray patterns, a ProConnect system for easy maintenance, and the ability to handle a variety of materials.
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6
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3
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11
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Wagner Control Double Duty
The Wagner Control Double Duty Paint Sprayer is a versatile and reliable tool suitable for both DIYers and professionals, with an adjustable spray pattern and compatibility with a range of materials.
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3
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7
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12
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Wagner Flexio 890
The Wagner Flexio 890 paint sprayer is a highly praised and versatile tool that offers excellent spray pattern capabilities, material compatibility, ease of use, portability, and durability, making it a top choice for both DIY enthusiasts and professionals.
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10
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13
- $1149
Graco 390 PC
The Graco 390 PC Paint Sprayer is a versatile and durable airless sprayer suitable for both professionals and DIYers, with a maximum spray pattern size of 10 feet and compatibility with a wide range of coatings.
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6
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4
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14
- $660
Graco Ultra Cordless Airless
The Graco Ultra Cordless Airless Paint Sprayer is a versatile and efficient tool suitable for both DIY enthusiasts and professionals, with a spray tip size of 0.008-0.016 inch, multiple spray patterns, and the ability to handle a wide range of materials.
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4
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15
- $1527
Graco Pro210ES
The Graco Pro210ES Airless Paint Sprayer is a powerful and reliable tool suitable for both DIYers and professionals, with SoftSpray technology, intuitive design, and compatibility with a wide variety of coatings.
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5
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16
- $99
Neu Master NSG0060
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5
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8
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17
- $100
Wagner Flexio 570
The Wagner Flexio 570 Paint Sprayer is a versatile and reliable tool that can handle a variety of painting projects with ease, making it a great option for DIYers and professionals looking for a reliable and versatile paint sprayer for small to medium-sized painting jobs, including interior walls.
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11
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5
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18
- $329
Titan ControlMax 1700
The Titan ControlMax 1700 paint sprayer is a highly recommended, versatile, and user-friendly option for achieving a professional-looking finish with precise control over the spray pattern.
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#6 $39 HomeRight Quick Finish
#16 $99.47 Neu Master NSG0060
#17 $100 Wagner Flexio 570
#5 $101.38 HomeRight Finish Max
#2 $119 Wagner Control Max HVLP
#4 $257.04 Graco TrueCoat 360DS
#1 $265 Graco Magnum X5
#18 $329 Titan ControlMax 1700
#3 $383 Graco Magnum X7 HiBoy
#10 $589 Graco Ultra Corded
#14 $659.99 Graco Ultra Cordless Airless
#8 $685 Graco Magnum ProX19 Cart
#13 $1148.90 Graco 390 PC
#15 $1526.91 Graco Pro210ES

We ranked Graco Magnum X5 #1 in November 2023 because:

  • 7 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
  • Out of those, 5 experts ranked Graco Magnum X5 as #1.
Critic endorsements:
ToolzPick

Best overall

Reverse-A-Clean spray tip feature
SG2 sprayer gun with a 515 RAC IV tip
Power flush for exceptional cleaning capabilities
Adjustable pressure knob

Difficult to clean

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PaintersCare

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Popular Mechanics

Most Compact Stand

Can spray straight from 1- or 5-gallon buckets
0.27 GPM flow rate
Compatible with a 75-foot hose

May not work with all latex paints

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Better Home Guides

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The Spruce

Best Airless

Compatible with a variety of paints
Great for larger projects
Easy to use

Produces overspray

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Homedit

Easy to clean
Good for larger projects
Supports 75-foot paint hose

Some feel the price is too high

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This Old House

Best Medium Flow Rate

Built with PushPrime technology for a quick and reliable start every time
Includes a TrueAirless spray tip for more control and less overspray
Designed with an RAC IV tip to prevent clogging

Heaviest paint sprayer without a cart in this guide
Has a hefty restocking fee if you return it

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We ranked Wagner Control Max HVLP #2 in November 2023 because:

  • 6 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
  • Out of those, 1 expert ranked Wagner Control Max HVLP as #1.
Critic endorsements:
PaintersCare

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Popular Mechanics

Most Affordable for Large Jobs

Generates .5-inch to 12-inch spray patterns
Includes both plastic and stainless steel container cups

Plastic components are less durable than metal options

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Better Home Guides

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Good Housekeeping

Best Value Paint Sprayer

Excellent value
Adjustable controls
Lengthy hose

Paint needs to be thinned

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This Old House

Best Containers

Has a two-stage turbine that works well for spraying thinner paints, such as stains
Features a built-in handle on the base for portability
Has a material flow adjuster that can be adjusted based on the surface you’re spraying

Doesn’t work well with latex paint
Has customer complaints about poor performance in warm weather

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Bob Vila

Best Overall

Adjustable air speed
Includes 1-quart aluminum and 1.5-quart nylon paint cups
Easy to assemble, disassemble, and clean up
Good choice for staining medium-size areas like furniture or decks

Lightweight plastic components
Not great for painting rooms or other large areas
Viscous paint must be thinned; not ideal for some applications

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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts

Identify Experts

We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend paint sprayers.

Capture Rankings

For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of paint sprayers, it must be updated in the last 9 months.

Aggregate Rankings

We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking

Experts chosen for November 2023 ranking

We ranked Graco Magnum X7 HiBoy #3 in November 2023 because:

  • 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
  • Out of those, 2 experts ranked Graco Magnum X7 HiBoy as #1.
Critic endorsements:
ToolzPick

Premium Choice

Fully adjustable paint flow pressure
control
An airless sprayer that can paint
unthinned material at high pressure
Very easy to clean the inner parts
Good value for the money

Painting capacity is only 150 gallons a year

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PaintersCare

Our Top Pick

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Better Home Guides

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The Spruce

Best Overall

Great for larger projects
Can use with up to 100-foot hose
Easy to use and clean

May need to purchase mineral spirits separately

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We ranked Graco TrueCoat 360DS #4 in November 2023 because:

  • 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
  • Out of those, 1 expert ranked Graco TrueCoat 360DS as #1.
Critic endorsements:
Popular Mechanics

Best Value

Easy to use
Two speeds

Paint cup has relatively limited capacity

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Good Housekeeping

Best Overall Paint Sprayer

Works on many surfaces
No paint thinning required
Sprays upside down

Noisy

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Bob Vila

Runner-Up

User can spray in any direction, including upside down
Dual speed control for small or large projects
Paint thinning is not necessary

Not suitable for large projects that require reloading
Best for outdoors or shop work to avoid overspray

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We ranked HomeRight Finish Max #5 in November 2023 because:

  • 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
  • Out of those, 1 expert ranked HomeRight Finish Max as #1.
Critic endorsements:
ToolzPick

Easy to adjust the flow and spray pattern
Compatible with a wide variety of
materials
Precision brass spray nozzle and tip
Easy to clean and maintain

You need to thin out the paint to right viscosity as instructed

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ToolNerds

Best handheld spray machine for painting

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The Spruce

Best HVLP

Great for detailed-oriented projects
Reduces overspray and waste
Spray tip resists corrosion and wear
Easy to use

Time-consuming
Best for small projects only

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We ranked HomeRight Quick Finish #6 in November 2023 because:

  • 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
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The Spruce

Best for Furniture

Excellent performance with stain, good performance with thinned paint
Reasonable price

Paint needs to be thinned

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Good Housekeeping

Best Paint Sprayer for Furniture

Easy handling
Quick cleanup
Cordless operation

Limited capacity

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Homedit

Lightweight
Adjustable controls

Directions are hard to follow

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Bob Vila

Best for Light Duty

Excellent stain coverage
Convenient for medium-size projects like cabinetry and furniture
Lightweight and easy to maneuver

Air speed is not adjustable
Only works with thinned paint
Not great for painting large areas

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We ranked Graco Project Painter Plus #7 in November 2023 because:

  • 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
Better Home Guides

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The Spruce

Runner-Up, Best Overall

Compatible with a variety of paints
Easy to use
Especially great for house exteriors

Short hose, although you can upgrade to a 50-foot hose if desired

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This Old House

Best Storage

The spray nozzle can be angled for horizontal or vertical painting
Compatible with unthinned paint
Can be used for interior or exterior surfaces, including walls, garage doors, and decks

Can’t handle elastomeric paint
Requires a lacquer conversion kit for use with lacquer

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We ranked Graco Magnum ProX19 Cart #8 in November 2023 because:

  • 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
Popular Mechanics

Best Overall

Connects to garden hose for easy cleanup
Quick startup
Can support up to 150 feet of hose

Overkill for some projects

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Good Housekeeping

Best Paint Sprayer for Large Projects

Easy to maneuver
Fast spraying
No paint thinning required

Pricey

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Bob Vila

Best for Heavy duty

Great for staining large areas like houses, fences, and decks
Paint does not need to be thinned
Swivel connectors on spray gun and hose offer freedom of movement
Changeable spray gun tips for different material applications

Complicated cleanup and storage procedures
Not a good choice for smaller projects
Requires a large storage area

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We ranked Rexbeti Ultimate-750 #9 in November 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
ToolzPick

Best Price

3 spray patterns with 4 nozzle variations.
Nozzles start from as small as 1.5mm.
Full precision of the flow control with the knob.
Easy to wash and maintain.
6.6 feet power cord provided.
Can be workable on any kinds of surfaces and items.

The large opening size can be troublesome to work on narrow surfaces.

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This Old House

Most Portable

Can be used on cars
Has a detachable design to make cleanup quick and easy
Most economically priced option in this review

Doesn’t mention a warranty
Some customers had issues with the paint coming out unevenly

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We ranked Graco Ultra Corded #10 in November 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
Better Home Guides

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Homedit

Great for small DIY projects
Spray gun is easy to hold

Dripping issues

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We ranked Wagner Control Double Duty #11 in November 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
PaintersCare

Best for Beginner

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The Spruce

Best for Decks

Great for thin formulas
Provides even application
Adjustable settings
Easy to use and clean

Not recommend for thick latex paint

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We ranked Wagner Flexio 890 #12 in November 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
ToolzPick

11-ft long hose for increased
maneuverability
Two nozzles to tackle a wide variety of projects
A powerful turbine
Easy to clean

You need to test the unit out first before you start painting

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Better Home Guides

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We ranked Graco 390 PC #13 in November 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
PaintersCare

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ToolNerds

Best airless hydraulic paint pump sprayer

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We ranked Graco Ultra Cordless Airless #14 in November 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
Good Housekeeping

Best Cordless Paint Sprayer

Cordless design
Works with DeWALT batteries
No paint thinning required

On the heavier side

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Bob Vila

Best Portable

Rechargeable battery power, sprays up to 1 gallon of paint per charge
No thinning is necessary
Sprays at any angle, including upside down
Spray tips are interchangeable with other Graco airless spray guns

Battery life may not be adequate for large jobs
Gun stops working and needs repriming if air enters FlexLiner
More time-consuming to prep than other paint sprayers

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We ranked Graco Pro210ES #15 in November 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
Popular Mechanics

Best Commercial-Style Option

Comfortable to wheel around
Durable construction
Instructional DVD
Can handle a variety of materials

Very expensive
Not practical for small jobs

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Better Home Guides

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We ranked Neu Master NSG0060 #16 in November 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
ToolNerds

Best cordless paint gun

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Homedit

Easy to refill paint
Good for indoor projects
Lightweight

Battery doesn’t last long

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We ranked Wagner Flexio 570 #17 in November 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
Better Home Guides

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Homedit

Easy to assemble
You don’t need to carry the paint
Ideal for mid-sized projects

Works for outdoor projects

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We ranked Titan ControlMax 1700 #18 in November 2023 because:

  • 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
Critic endorsements:
Popular Mechanics

Best for House Flippers

Good value for its size
Large carrying handle
Can handle up to 80 feet of hose

May be too bulky for those without much storage space

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Bob Vila

Also Consider

Good results for a great price
Simple assembly, few intricate parts
Lightweight construction, easy to carry

Lack of swivel connectors make mobility difficult
Short power cord means that an extension cord is always necessary
Almost too low to the ground for use with 5-gallon paint buckets

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