The Best Tire Inflators Tested in 2023

If an upgraded tire inflator is in the cards, be sure to consider the Milwaukee M18 18V cordless tire inflator. This model uses the brand's M18 18V batteries, so Milwaukee power tool users can rely on their supply of rechargeable batteries to inflate their tires. It has a large digital gauge that users can set to their desired pressure, allowing the tire inflator to do the rest of the work.

This tire inflator features TrueFill Technology. It shuts the tire inflator off when the tire reaches the desired pressure. However, it waits for the pressure in the tire to stabilize and then kicks back on if the pressure drops below the desired pressure upon stabilization. This ensures that the tires are inflated and working properly.

The M18 tire inflator features onboard storage for its hose, an inflation needle, an inflation nozzle, and the Presta valve adapter. It also has a maximum pressure of up to 150 psi.

I didn't think that pressure stabilization was a big deal before using this compressor, but now that I’ve seen it in action, it's worth the upgrade. This tire inflator will cycle on and off several times until the pressure is on point. Also, the digital gauge was very easy to set, and it had plenty of power for quickly filling a tire from 25 to 35 psi. However, it is important to dial it down when pumping up a bicycle tire as this inflator pumps a lot of air quickly.

In testing, I only had two complaints about the Milwaukee. First, it was the loudest of the inflators on this list. Second, it's pretty large both in weight and size: 7 pounds without the battery and 7.8 inches tall by 13.8 inches wide by 6.4 inches deep. Note that this inflator is usually tool-only, without a battery or charger unless otherwise noted.

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Get the Milwaukee tire inflator at Amazon , The Home Depot , or Acme Tools (with battery and charger).