Experts recommend Graco Magnum X5 more than Wagner Control Max HVLP
As of 15 Jan 2025, experts prefer Graco Magnum X5 over Wagner Control Max HVLP, 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. Wagner Control Max HVLP was also endorsed 6 times: by Bob Vila (24 Aug 2024), Better Home Guides (24 Aug 2024) Good Housekeeping (22 Jun 2023) and 3 others. However, experts generally ranked Wagner Control Max HVLP lower than Graco Magnum X5 in their articles, which caused it to rank lower in ReviewFinder ranking.
| Rank | Change | Price | Paint Sprayer | Bob Vila  | ToolNerds  | Better Home Guides  | Good Housekeeping  | Homedit  | Popular Mechanics  | PaintersCare  | The Spruce  | This Old House  | Real Simple  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $353 |  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 | - | $110 |  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 | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 24 Aug 2024 Better Home Guides ranked Graco Magnum X5 as #1 and Wagner Control Max HVLP as #2
Rank Paint Sprayer #1 out of 11 Graco Magnum X5 #2 out of 11 Wagner Control Max HVLP ... ... Source: www.betterhomeguides.com - On 10 Apr 2024 Popular Mechanics ranked Graco Magnum X5 as #1 and Wagner Control Max HVLP as #4
Rank Paint Sprayer Comment #1 out of 7 Graco Magnum X5 Best Overall... ... ... #4 out of 7 Wagner Control Max HVLP Most Affordable for Large Jobs... ... ... Source: www.popularmechanics.com -
PaintersCare ranked Wagner Control Max HVLP as #4 and Graco Magnum X5 as #5
Rank Paint Sprayer ... ... #4 out of 7 Wagner Control Max HVLP #5 out of 7 Graco Magnum X5 ... ... Source: painterscare.com - On 13 Nov 2024 This Old House ranked Graco Magnum X5 as #1 and Wagner Control Max HVLP as #4
Rank Paint Sprayer Comment #1 out of 5 Graco Magnum X5 Best Medium Flow Rate... ... ... #4 out of 5 Wagner Control Max HVLP Best Containers... ... ... Source: www.thisoldhouse.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 1 Jan 2025 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 24 Aug 2024 Bob Vila ranked Wagner Control Max HVLP as #1
Rank Paint Sprayer Comment #1 out of 7 Wagner Control Max HVLP Best Overall... ... ... Source: www.bobvila.com - On 22 Jun 2023 Good Housekeeping ranked Wagner Control Max HVLP as #2
Rank Paint Sprayer Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 6 Wagner Control Max HVLP Best Value Paint Sprayer... ... ... Source: www.goodhousekeeping.com
After counting and adding up the 77 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Graco Magnum X5 outranks Wagner Control Max HVLP. This is not to say that Wagner Control Max HVLP is a bad option. Like Graco Magnum X5, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Graco Magnum X5 outranks Wagner Control Max HVLP by 1 position. This indicates that, as of 15 Jan 2025, Graco Magnum X5 is more critically acclaimed than Wagner Control Max HVLP.
| Rank | Change | Price | Paint Sprayer | Bob Vila | ToolNerds | Better Home Guides | Good Housekeeping | Homedit | Popular Mechanics | PaintersCare | The Spruce | This Old House | Real Simple |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $353 | 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 | - | $110 | 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 | - | $266 |  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 | - | $458 |  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 [18]
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:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [15]
Total expert reviews: 15
- with a score: 4
- without a score: 11
| Highest score by ToolNerds | 90 |
| Average score based on 15 reviews | 80 |
| Lowest score by spraygunreviews.com | 60 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
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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From Seller:
- HVLP PAINT SPRAYER: The Control Spray Max paint sprayer uses high volume, low pressure technology to atomize materials into fine particles and provide a smooth finish on door trim, decks, furniture, more
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