Experts recommend Graco Ultra Corded more than Wagner FLEXio 590
As of 15 Jan 2025, experts prefer Graco Ultra Corded over Wagner FLEXio 590, but both Paint Sprayers have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Graco Ultra Corded received 2 recommendations: from Better Home Guides (24 Aug 2024) and Homedit (2 Jun 2022). By contrast, Wagner FLEXio 590 received only 1 recommendation from Homedit (2 Jun 2022).
| Rank | Change | Price | Paint Sprayer | Bob Vila  | ToolNerds  | Better Home Guides  | Good Housekeeping  | Homedit  | Popular Mechanics  | PaintersCare  | The Spruce  | This Old House  | Real Simple  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | - | $629 |  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. | - | - | 6 | - | 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
| 35 | N/A | $182 |  Wagner FLEXio 590 | - | - | - | - | 7 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 2 Jun 2022 Homedit ranked Graco Ultra Corded as #3 and Wagner FLEXio 590 as #7
Rank Paint Sprayer ... ... #3 out of 8 Graco Ultra Corded ... ... #7 out of 8 Wagner FLEXio 590 ... ... Source: www.homedit.com - On 24 Aug 2024 Better Home Guides ranked Graco Ultra Corded as #6
Rank Paint Sprayer ... ... #6 out of 11 Graco Ultra Corded ... ... Source: www.betterhomeguides.com
After counting and adding up the 77 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Graco Ultra Corded outranks Wagner FLEXio 590. This is not to say that Wagner FLEXio 590 is a bad option. Like Graco Ultra Corded, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Graco Ultra Corded is mentioned by key experts in Jan 2025, while Wagner FLEXio 590 is not.
| 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 [22]
Total expert reviews: 22
- with a score: 6
- without a score: 16
| Highest score by handtoolshouse.com | 98 |
| Average score based on 22 reviews | 88 |
| Lowest score by gopaintsprayer.com | 80 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
From Seller:
- Fastest Way to Finish Small Jobs - Proven by Pros
- Perfect Airless Finish at Any Speed - Without Thinning
- Triax Triple Piston Pump with ProConnect
- Fully Repairable for Extended Life
- Uses RAC X FFLP Spray Tips
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From Seller:
- PERFECT FOR A VARIETY OF PROJECTS: The Flexio 590 paint sprayer is great for applying a superior finish on furniture, walls, ceilings, exterior siding, fences, cabinets, trim and more
- TWO NOZZLES INCLUDED: iSpray nozzle is ideal for spraying larger jobs and Detail Finish Nozzle is great for small projects and fine finishing
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