Experts prefer Graco Magnum X5 over Graco TrueCoat 360 VSP
On 13 Nov 2024 (16 days ago) we went through 78 Paint Sprayer expert endorsements .
Currently, Graco Magnum X5 received 6 endorsements from Better Home Guides (24 Aug 2024), Homedit (2 Jun 2022) Popular Mechanics (10 Apr 2024) and 3 others. Meanwhile, Graco TrueCoat 360 VSP did not receive any endorsements this month.
Rank | Change | Price | Paint Sprayer | Bob Vila | ToolNerds | Better Home Guides | Good Housekeeping | Homedit | Popular Mechanics | PaintersCare | The Spruce | This Old House | Real Simple |
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1 | - | $357 | Graco Magnum X5 The Graco Magnum X5 paint sprayer is a versatile, user-friendly, and durable tool that provides excellent spray pattern control and material compatibility for a wide range of painting projects. | - | - | 1 | - | 1 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 1 | - |
N/A | N/A | $306 | Graco TrueCoat 360 VSP | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 24 Aug 2024 Better Home Guides ranked Graco Magnum X5 as #1
Rank Paint Sprayer #1 out of 11 Graco Magnum X5 ... ... Source: www.betterhomeguides.com - On 2 Jun 2022 Homedit ranked Graco Magnum X5 as #1
Rank Paint Sprayer #1 out of 8 Graco Magnum X5 ... ... Source: www.homedit.com - On 10 Apr 2024 Popular Mechanics ranked Graco Magnum X5 as #1
Rank Paint Sprayer Comment #1 out of 7 Graco Magnum X5 Best Overall... ... ... Source: www.popularmechanics.com - PaintersCare ranked Graco Magnum X5 as #5
Rank Paint Sprayer ... ... #5 out of 7 Graco Magnum X5 ... ... Source: painterscare.com - On 6 Nov 2024 The Spruce ranked Graco Magnum X5 as #4
Rank Paint Sprayer Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 8 Graco Magnum X5 Best Airless... ... ... Source: www.thespruce.com - On 5 Nov 2024 This Old House ranked Graco Magnum X5 as #1
Rank Paint Sprayer Comment #1 out of 5 Graco Magnum X5 Best Medium Flow Rate... ... ... Source: www.thisoldhouse.com
Rank | Change | Price | Paint Sprayer | Bob Vila | ToolNerds | Better Home Guides | Good Housekeeping | Homedit | Popular Mechanics | PaintersCare | The Spruce | This Old House | Real Simple |
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1 | - | $357 | Graco Magnum X5 The Graco Magnum X5 paint sprayer is a versatile, user-friendly, and durable tool that provides excellent spray pattern control and material compatibility for a wide range of painting projects. | - | - | 1 | - | 1 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 1 | - |
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. | 1 | - | 2 | 2 | - | 4 | 4 | - | 4 | - |
3 | - | $270 | Graco Magnum 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. | - | - | 8 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 3 | 1 |
4 | - | $430 | Graco Magnum X7 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. | - | - | 3 | - | - | - | 1 | - | 2 | 6 |
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Expert reviews [3]
- with a score: 0
- without a score: 3
- Great for quick paint jobs: The Graco Truecoat 360vsp is a great tool for quick and easy painting, taking only 20-30 minutes from loading to clean up.
- Works well with primer: The sprayer is effective for priming walls, saving time for painters.
- Cool Spray Tip: The "Reverse-a-clean" spray tip allows for quick clog fixes and uninterrupted spray time.
- 360 Degree Orientation for hard to reach places: The sprayer can evenly paint corners and high spots without overspray or repainting necessary.
- Refilling can be a pain: Refilling the bag system can be inconvenient for small paint jobs.
- Not for big jobs: The reloading and refilling of paint make it unsuitable for large commercial projects.
- Sometimes too powerful: The sprayer can be too much for smaller paint jobs, such as breadboxes or small chests.
- Showers through 360 degrees.
- Yearly utilization of 25 gallons.
- Four 42 ounce FlexLiner paint packs included.
- Variable paint stream.
- Obliges a huge number of materials - without the requirement for diminishing.
- Two 0.015-inch showering tips.
- Shower width of somewhere in the range of 4 and 12-inches.
- Incredible cost to-quality proportion and cost proficiency
- Not intended for proficient use.
- Longer power line would be an improvement.
Expert reviews [18]
- with a score: 5
- without a score: 13
Highest score by paintingtheme.com | 100 |
Average score based on 18 reviews | 94 |
Lowest score by PaintersCare | 80 |
Score distribution:
80-100 | |
60-80 | |
40-60 | |
20-40 | |
0-20 |
- Versatile in handling a variety of coatings without thinning.
- Easy to clean with a power flush adapter.
- Simplified priming with a proprietary PushPrime feature.
- Compact design with a molded handle for portability.
- Adjustable pressure control up to 3000 PSI.
- Comes with an SG2 spray gun and reversible tip for medium coatings.
- May 'walk' when set on high pressure due to its lightweight design.
- Suction hose struggles to draw the last two inches of paint from original containers.
- Easy to use and clean: The Graco Magnum X5 is user-friendly and easy to clean after use.
- Versatile: It can handle a variety of materials, including thick latex paints and stains.
- Durable: The sprayer is built with high-quality materials and is designed to last for years.
- Adjustable pressure: The pressure can be adjusted to suit different materials and surfaces.
- Affordable: The price point is reasonable for the quality and features offered.
- Heavy: The sprayer is quite heavy, which can make it difficult to maneuver for extended periods of time.
- Noisy: The motor is quite loud, which can be a nuisance for some users.
- Limited hose length: The hose is only 25 feet long, which may not be sufficient for larger projects or outdoor use.
- CONTROL SPEED: Variable speed control lets you determine the pace for ultimate control on your project; Reversible spray tip allows you to reverse the tip when clogged to keep you spraying
- STORAGE CASE: Durable storage case protects sprayer while keeping tips and accessories organized
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- Just right for DIY Homeowners and Remodelers looking for more power and mobility when tackling larger projects
- Ideal for projects up to 10 gallons in size, allowing you tackle multiple projects every year
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