Experts recommend Wagner Control Max HVLP more than Wagner Flexio 890
As of 15 Oct 2024, experts prefer Wagner Control Max HVLP over Wagner Flexio 890, but both Paint Sprayers have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Wagner Control Max HVLP received 6 recommendations: from Bob Vila (24 Aug 2024), Better Home Guides (24 Aug 2024) Good Housekeeping (22 Jun 2023) and 3 others. By contrast, Wagner Flexio 890 received only 1 recommendation from Better Home Guides (24 Aug 2024).
| Rank | Change | Price | Paint Sprayer | Bob Vila  | ToolNerds  | Better Home Guides  | Good Housekeeping  | Homedit  | Popular Mechanics  | PaintersCare  | The Spruce  | This Old House  | Real Simple  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | - |
| 43 | N/A | $325 |  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. | - | - | 10 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 24 Aug 2024 Better Home Guides ranked Wagner Control Max HVLP as #2 and Wagner Flexio 890 as #10
Rank Paint Sprayer ... ... #2 out of 11 Wagner Control Max HVLP ... ... #10 out of 11 Wagner Flexio 890 ... ... Source: www.betterhomeguides.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 - On 10 Apr 2024 Popular Mechanics ranked Wagner Control Max HVLP as #4
Rank Paint Sprayer Comment ... ... ... #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
Rank Paint Sprayer ... ... #4 out of 7 Wagner Control Max HVLP ... ... Source: painterscare.com - On 14 Mar 2024 This Old House ranked Wagner Control Max HVLP as #4
Rank Paint Sprayer Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 5 Wagner Control Max HVLP Best Containers... ... ... Source: www.thisoldhouse.com
After counting and adding up the 78 expert endorsements of the October rankings, Wagner Control Max HVLP outranks Wagner Flexio 890. This is not to say that Wagner Flexio 890 is a bad option. Like Wagner Control Max HVLP, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Wagner Control Max HVLP is mentioned by key experts in Oct 2024, while Wagner Flexio 890 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 | - | $355 |  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 | - | $289 |  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 | +3 | $459 |  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 [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 |
Expert reviews [11]
Total expert reviews: 11
- with a score: 5
- without a score: 6
| Highest score by Gadget Review | 90 |
| Average score based on 11 reviews | 84 |
| Lowest score by gopaintsprayer.com | 80 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
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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From Seller:
- PERFECT FOR A VARIETY OF PROJECTS: The FlexiO 890 paint sprayer is great for applying a superior finish on furniture, walls, ceilings, cabinets, trim and more
- PORTABLE PAINT SYSTEM: The turbine sits on the ground, keeping the weight on the floor and reducing hand fatigue for long projects. It then delivers air power through the hose to spray unthinned coatings
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