April 2024
Paint Sprayers: MetaRanking
This page highlights the aggregate summary of paint sprayers rankings posted by key online experts, as of April 2024.
Summary
On 9 Apr 2024, ReviewFinder team examined a total of 80 paint sprayer endorsements from 10 reputable publishers.
48 paint sprayers were endorsed in total, only 16 made it into this month's ranking. (ReviewFinder requires a minimum of 2 endorsements to be included)
As of 9 Apr 2024, Graco Magnum X5 takes the cake as the most critically-acclaimed paint sprayer with 7 expert endorsements. 5 experts out of 7 recommended it as the '#1 paint sprayer' this month.
Brand breakdown
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Graco: 12 paint sprayers
(#1 is Graco Magnum X5)
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Wagner Spraytech: 9 paint sprayers
(#1 is Wagner Control Max HVLP)
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HomeRight: 3 paint sprayers
(#1 is HomeRight Finish Max)
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Titan Tool: 3 paint sprayers
(#1 is Titan ControlMax 1700)
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Neu Master: 2 paint sprayers
(#1 is Neu Master NSG0060)
Price breakdown
At a glance - April Ranking
Rank | Change | Price | Paint Sprayer |
Real Simple
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PaintersCare
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Popular Mechanics
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This Old House
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Homedit
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Good Housekeeping
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Better Home Guides
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The Spruce
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ToolNerds
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Bob Vila
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1
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- | $330 |
Graco Magnum X5
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1
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5
|
1
|
1
|
1
|
-
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1
|
3
|
-
|
-
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2
|
- | $119 |
Wagner Control Max HVLP
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-
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4
|
4
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4
|
-
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2
|
2
|
-
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-
|
1
|
3
|
- | $460 |
Graco Magnum X7
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-
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1
|
-
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-
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-
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-
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3
|
1
|
-
|
-
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4
|
- | $224 |
Graco TrueCoat 360DS
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-
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-
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2
|
-
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-
|
1
|
-
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-
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-
|
2
|
5
|
- | $106 |
HomeRight Finish Max
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4
|
-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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5
|
1
|
-
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6
|
- | $50 |
HomeRight Quick Finish
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-
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-
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-
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-
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4
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4
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-
|
9
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-
|
4
|
7
|
- | Check price |
Graco Project Painter Plus
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-
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-
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-
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3
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-
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-
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8
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2
|
-
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-
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8
|
- | $761 |
Graco Magnum ProX19 Cart
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-
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-
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6
|
-
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-
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5
|
-
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-
|
-
|
5
|
9
|
New * | $460 |
Graco Magnum X7 TrueAirless
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6
|
-
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-
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2
|
-
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-
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-
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-
|
-
|
-
|
10
|
- | $569 |
Graco Ultra Corded
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-
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-
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-
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-
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3
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-
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6
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-
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-
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-
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11
|
- | $652 |
Graco Ultra Cordless Airless
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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3
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-
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-
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-
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7
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12
|
- | $1160 |
Graco 390 PC
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-
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6
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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4
|
-
|
13
|
+1 | Check price |
Graco Pro210ES
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-
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-
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7
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-
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-
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-
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5
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
14
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+1 | $99 |
Neu Master NSG0060
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-
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-
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-
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-
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8
|
-
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-
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-
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5
|
-
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15
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+1 | $140 |
Wagner Flexio 570
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-
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-
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-
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-
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5
|
-
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11
|
-
|
-
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-
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16
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+1 | $299 |
Titan ControlMax 1700
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-
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-
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8
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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8
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We ranked Graco Magnum X5 #1 in April 2024 because:
- 7 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
- Out of those, 5 experts ranked Graco Magnum X5 as #1.
Popular Mechanics
Most Compact Stand
Can spray straight from 1- or 5-gallon buckets
0.27 GPM flow rate
Compatible with a 75-foot hose
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May not work with all latex paints
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This Old House
Best Medium Flow Rate
Built with PushPrime technology for a quick and reliable start every time
Includes a TrueAirless spray tip for more control and less overspray
Designed with an RAC IV tip to prevent clogging
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Heaviest paint sprayer without a cart in this guide
Has a hefty restocking fee if you return it
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Homedit
Easy to clean
Good for larger projects
Supports 75-foot paint hose
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Some feel the price is too high
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The Spruce
Best Airless
Compatible with a variety of paints
Great for larger projects
Easy to use
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Produces overspray
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We ranked Wagner Control Max HVLP #2 in April 2024 because:
- 6 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Wagner Control Max HVLP as #1.
Popular Mechanics
Most Affordable for Large Jobs
Generates .5-inch to 12-inch spray patterns
Includes both plastic and stainless steel container cups
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Plastic components are less durable than metal options
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This Old House
Best Containers
Has a two-stage turbine that works well for spraying thinner paints, such as stains
Features a built-in handle on the base for portability
Has a material flow adjuster that can be adjusted based on the surface you’re spraying
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Doesn’t work well with latex paint
Has customer complaints about poor performance in warm weather
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Good Housekeeping
Best Value Paint Sprayer
Excellent value
Adjustable controls
Lengthy hose
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Paint needs to be thinned
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Bob Vila
Best Overall
Adjustable air speed
Includes 1-quart aluminum and 1.5-quart nylon paint cups
Easy to assemble, disassemble, and clean up
Good choice for staining medium-size areas like furniture or decks
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Lightweight plastic components
Not great for painting rooms or other large areas
Viscous paint must be thinned; not ideal for some applications
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Methodology: combine opinions of key experts
Identify Experts
We identify key publishers and experts that consistently review and recommend paint sprayers.
Capture Rankings
For each publisher we find a currently recommended "top 10" list of paint sprayers, it must be updated in the last 9 months.
Aggregate Rankings
We put all those lists together and aggregate them. The more frequently a product is recommended, the higher it is in our ranking
Experts chosen for April 2024 ranking
We ranked Graco Magnum X7 #3 in April 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
- Out of those, 2 experts ranked Graco Magnum X7 as #1.
The Spruce
Best Overall
Great for larger projects
Can use with up to 100-foot hose
Easy to use and clean
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May need to purchase mineral spirits separately
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We ranked Graco TrueCoat 360DS #4 in April 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked Graco TrueCoat 360DS as #1.
Popular Mechanics
Best Value
Easy to use
Two speeds
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Paint cup has relatively limited capacity
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Good Housekeeping
Best Overall Paint Sprayer
Works on many surfaces
No paint thinning required
Sprays upside down
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Noisy
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Bob Vila
Runner-Up
User can spray in any direction, including upside down
Dual speed control for small or large projects
Paint thinning is not necessary
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Not suitable for large projects that require reloading
Best for outdoors or shop work to avoid overspray
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We ranked HomeRight Finish Max #5 in April 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
- Out of those, 1 expert ranked HomeRight Finish Max as #1.
The Spruce
Best HVLP
Great for detailed-oriented projects
Reduces overspray and waste
Spray tip resists corrosion and wear
Easy to use
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Time-consuming
Best for small projects only
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We ranked HomeRight Quick Finish #6 in April 2024 because:
- 4 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
Good Housekeeping
Best Paint Sprayer for Furniture
Easy handling
Quick cleanup
Cordless operation
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Limited capacity
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The Spruce
Best for Furniture
Excellent performance with stain, good performance with thinned paint
Reasonable price
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Paint needs to be thinned
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Bob Vila
Best for Light Duty
Excellent stain coverage
Convenient for medium-size projects like cabinetry and furniture
Lightweight and easy to maneuver
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Air speed is not adjustable
Only works with thinned paint
Not great for painting large areas
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We ranked Graco Project Painter Plus #7 in April 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
This Old House
Best Storage
The spray nozzle can be angled for horizontal or vertical painting
Compatible with unthinned paint
Can be used for interior or exterior surfaces, including walls, garage doors, and decks
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Can’t handle elastomeric paint
Requires a lacquer conversion kit for use with lacquer
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The Spruce
Runner-Up, Best Overall
Compatible with a variety of paints
Easy to use
Especially great for house exteriors
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Short hose, although you can upgrade to a 50-foot hose if desired
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We ranked Graco Magnum ProX19 Cart #8 in April 2024 because:
- 3 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
Popular Mechanics
Best Overall
Connects to garden hose for easy cleanup
Quick startup
Can support up to 150 feet of hose
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Overkill for some projects
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Good Housekeeping
Best Paint Sprayer for Large Projects
Easy to maneuver
Fast spraying
No paint thinning required
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Pricey
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Bob Vila
Best for Heavy duty
Great for staining large areas like houses, fences, and decks
Paint does not need to be thinned
Swivel connectors on spray gun and hose offer freedom of movement
Changeable spray gun tips for different material applications
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Complicated cleanup and storage procedures
Not a good choice for smaller projects
Requires a large storage area
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We ranked Graco Magnum X7 TrueAirless #9 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
This Old House
Best Cart
Capable of painting multi-story homes with up to three levels
Can pull paint from a bucket to maximize time and minimize mess
Has an integrated stainless steel piston pump that lets you spray unthinned paint at high pressures
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The fuse can’t be replaced
Doesn’t come with an extension rod for the tip
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We ranked Graco Ultra Cordless Airless #11 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
Good Housekeeping
Best Cordless Paint Sprayer
Cordless design
Works with DeWALT batteries
No paint thinning required
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On the heavier side
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Bob Vila
Best Portable
Rechargeable battery power, sprays up to 1 gallon of paint per charge
No thinning is necessary
Sprays at any angle, including upside down
Spray tips are interchangeable with other Graco airless spray guns
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Battery life may not be adequate for large jobs
Gun stops working and needs repriming if air enters FlexLiner
More time-consuming to prep than other paint sprayers
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We ranked Graco Pro210ES #13 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
Popular Mechanics
Best Commercial-Style Option
Comfortable to wheel around
Durable construction
Instructional DVD
Can handle a variety of materials
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Very expensive
Not practical for small jobs
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We ranked Titan ControlMax 1700 #16 in April 2024 because:
- 2 independent experts mentioned it in their “best paint sprayers” rankings.
Popular Mechanics
Best for House Flippers
Good value for its size
Large carrying handle
Can handle up to 80 feet of hose
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May be too bulky for those without much storage space
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Bob Vila
Also Consider
Good results for a great price
Simple assembly, few intricate parts
Lightweight construction, easy to carry
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Lack of swivel connectors make mobility difficult
Short power cord means that an extension cord is always necessary
Almost too low to the ground for use with 5-gallon paint buckets
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