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Last updated: 14 February 2020
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Portable air compressors are useful for the avid 4WD bush basher and the city driver who wants to look after their tyres. We lab test and review the latest models to help you find the best air compressor for you. Our buying guide will help you understand their features.

Our expert tester gives every air compressor a thorough workout to help find the models that:

  • are the most accurate
  • inflate tyres quickly
  • are easiest to use
  • are the quietest.

Our interactive comparison tool helps you find out which compressors also have a tyre gauge, and which can plug into your car cigarette lighter. Our Recommended list will help you see quickly which models come out on top.

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ARB CKMP12

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Weight (kg) 6.5
$349
Matthew

I've worked for CHOICE for roughly 20 years, from customer service to testing and content production and now to Director of Reviews and Testing, which conducts all the testing content for CHOICE. My background in IT started my path in testing for CHOICE Computer, but CHOICE has a strong call for me because of two core elements - it's a for-purpose business that is mission driven. That mission attracts a range of passionate people, including our staff and members alike, dedicated to making Australia more fair, safe and just for Australian consumers.  My educational background is in Ethics and I currently sit as a council member on the Standards Australia Council, representing CHOICE. I'm also one of the people that add up the energy and carbon credits to make sure we stay carbon neutral. You can find me on LinkedIn.

I've worked for CHOICE for roughly 20 years, from customer service to testing and content production and now to Director of Reviews and Testing, which conducts all the testing content for CHOICE. My background in IT started my path in testing for CHOICE Computer, but CHOICE has a strong call for me because of two core elements - it's a for-purpose business that is mission driven. That mission attracts a range of passionate people, including our staff and members alike, dedicated to making Australia more fair, safe and just for Australian consumers.  My educational background is in Ethics and I currently sit as a council member on the Standards Australia Council, representing CHOICE. I'm also one of the people that add up the energy and carbon credits to make sure we stay carbon neutral. You can find me on LinkedIn.