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Experts recommend Graco Magnum X5 more than Graco Magnum Project Painter Plus

As of 15 Jan 2025, experts prefer Graco Magnum X5 over Graco Magnum Project Painter Plus, but both Paint Sprayers have solid expert endorsements.

As per this month's meta ranking, Graco Magnum X5 received 6 recommendations: from Better Home Guides (24 Aug 2024), Homedit (2 Jun 2022) Popular Mechanics (10 Apr 2024) and 3 others. By contrast, Graco Magnum Project Painter Plus received only 4 recommendations from Better Home Guides (24 Aug 2024), The Spruce (1 Jan 2025) This Old House (13 Nov 2024) and 1 other.

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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- $360
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.
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- $255
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.
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About our ranking methodology

Endorsement summary:

  • On 24 Aug 2024 Better Home Guides ranked Graco Magnum X5 as #1 and Graco Magnum Project Painter Plus as #8
    Rank Paint Sprayer
    #1 out of 11 Graco Magnum X5
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    #8 out of 11 Graco Magnum Project Painter Plus
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  • On 1 Jan 2025 The Spruce ranked Graco Magnum Project Painter Plus as #1 and Graco Magnum X5 as #4
    Rank Paint Sprayer Comment
    #1 out of 8 Graco Magnum Project Painter Plus
    Best Overall
    ... ... ...
    #4 out of 8 Graco Magnum X5
    Best Airless
    ... ... ...
  • On 13 Nov 2024 This Old House ranked Graco Magnum X5 as #1 and Graco Magnum Project Painter Plus as #3
    Rank Paint Sprayer Comment
    #1 out of 5 Graco Magnum X5
    Best Medium Flow Rate
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    #3 out of 5 Graco Magnum Project Painter Plus
    Best Storage
    ... ... ...
  • On 3 Sep 2024 Real Simple ranked Graco Magnum Project Painter Plus as #1
    Rank Paint Sprayer Comment
    #1 out of 6 Graco Magnum Project Painter Plus
    Best Overall
    ... ... ...
  • On 2 Jun 2022 Homedit ranked Graco Magnum X5 as #1
    Rank Paint Sprayer
    #1 out of 8 Graco Magnum X5
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  • 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
    ... ... ...
  • PaintersCare ranked Graco Magnum X5 as #5
    Rank Paint Sprayer
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    #5 out of 7 Graco Magnum X5
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After counting and adding up the 77 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Graco Magnum X5 outranks Graco Magnum Project Painter Plus. This is not to say that Graco Magnum Project Painter Plus is a bad option. Like Graco Magnum X5, it is recommended by experts, but less.

MetaRanking Common points from expert reviews summarized.
As can be seen below, Graco Magnum X5 outranks Graco Magnum Project Painter Plus by 2 positions. This indicates that, as of 15 Jan 2025, Graco Magnum X5 is more critically acclaimed than Graco Magnum Project Painter Plus.
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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- $360
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.
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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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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.
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- $465
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.
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Expert Reviews There are people on the Internet whose job is to review products. Below are their opinions.

Expert reviews [9]

93
Total expert reviews: 9
  • with a score: 3
  • without a score: 6
Highest score by PaintersCare
100
Average score based on 9 reviews
93
Lowest score by The Spruce
84

Score distribution:

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84
An entry-level airless paint sprayer that can handle big jobs
The Graco Magnum Project Painter Plus Paint Sprayer is an affordable and efficient tool for DIY painters that can handle large painting tasks using either water- or oil-based paints and stains. While the setup and cleanup processes can be tedious, the sprayer's performance is impressive and can save hours compared to traditional brushing or rolling methods.
+ pros
  • Affordable: The Graco Magnum Project Painter Plus Paint Sprayer is a cost-effective option for DIYers who have several projects a year to paint.
  • Covers large areas quickly: The sprayer is designed to cover a large area quickly, making it a time-saving tool.
  • Simple operation: Startup is more straightforward than the instructions make it seem, and the company’s instructional videos are helpful.
- cons
  • Tedious cleanup process: The cleanup (as well as the aforementioned setup) is significant and requires running fresh mineral spirits through, which can be time-consuming.
  • Short hose: The included 25-foot hose may not be long enough for larger projects, but a 50-foot hose can be purchased separately for about $45.
  • No cart: Unlike some other models, this sprayer unit doesn’t come with a wheeled cart, so it can be awkward to move around.
Show all 9 reviews

Expert reviews [18]

94
Total 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:

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60-80
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94
The Graco Magnum X5 Airless Sprayer is a compact and powerful machine that is perfect for medium-sized painting projects around the home. It is easy to set up, versatile in its ability to handle different coatings, and comes with a range of features that make it a great investment for any DIY enthusiast.
+ pros
  • 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.
- cons
  • 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.
Show all 18 reviews
From Seller:
  • Metal.Amperage (A) : 9.0. Maximum Flow Rate (GPM) : 0.24.Engine Size (HP) : 0.375. Power Rating (kW) : 0.28.
  • Made in USA
  • Perfect for DIYers looking for a fast and easy alternative to brushes and rollers to quickly complete a number of household projects
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From Seller:
  • 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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