Cold check from the boot
You want a preset that stops at the door-sticker pressure, including on a car with no usable 12 V socket. The VHEP02 has the highest stated handheld airflow in this set, and you still hold a 30 cm hose.
Cordless compressor comparison 2026
The best cordless compressors, compared.
Top pick: Motorenbau P509 Best value: HOVVIDA AM21J2 – About £24.99, 4.5 from 847 reviews, 25 L/min and 5200 mAh, after the short hose is deducted. Updated 20 October 2026.
A cordless compressor on amazon.co.uk is usually a handheld lithium tyre inflator, and only sometimes a tank that runs off a tool battery. You buy the handheld type to set a cold pressure from the door sticker without a 12 V socket. That matters on some electric cars, and on a hard shoulder where the lighter socket is awkward. Quality shows up as a preset that cuts off, a hose you can support, and a charge that still works after the pump has sat in the boot. The two tanks are a different purchase: oil-free 6 litre receivers, and no battery in the box. How to read those lines is in the [cordless compressor buying guide](/hub/compressors/cordless-compressor/sub/cordless-compressor-buying-guide). A brad nailer, a blow gun or a regulated outlet needs a tank, a gauge and a quick coupling. A handheld pump is the wrong tool for a paddleboard or a large lorry tyre.
A cordless compressor on amazon.co.uk is usually a handheld lithium tyre inflator, and only sometimes a tank that runs off a tool battery.
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Our view
The Motorenbau P509 is listed at £22.99 and 580 g, with a 150 PSI ceiling, auto shut-off, and a 3-year warranty line. The star line is 5.0 from 18 reviews. Two of those reviews are UK comments on the pump: one used it on a car, a bike and footballs, and one says it stopped at the set pressure and the units can be changed. Most of the other texts in the file are US reviews of a ball-needle multipack, not this inflator. Airflow and battery capacity are not stated. A five-star average mixed with another product's reviews is not a reason to rank it above pumps with hundreds of tyre-inflator reviews.
Pros
- 3-year warranty line on the listing
- Presta adapter, ball needle and two tapered nozzles in the box
- Two UK reviews say it stopped at a set pressure
- £22.99 and 580 g
Cons
- Most of the 18 reviews are about a ball-needle pack, not this pump
- Airflow and battery capacity are not stated
- Only two UK pump reviews in the file
Best for: You already accept that the 5.0 is not 18 UK tests of this inflator, and you still want the nozzles and the warranty line.
Less suitable: You are choosing on star rating, because most of the review text is the wrong product.
Specifications
- Model
- Motorenbau P509
- Brand
- Motorenbau
- Price
- ∼£23
- Customer rating
- 5.0/5(18)
- Type
- Handheld inflator
- Max pressure
- 150 PSI
- Power
- Built-in
- Auto shut-off
- Yes
- Tank
- None
- Light
- Flashlight
- Dual power
- No
- Battery in box
- Yes
Common questions
Does the Motorenbau work on bikes and balls?
The bullets say bicycle, motorcycle, car and ball modes, with a Presta adapter, a ball needle and two tapered nozzles.
How long does it take to charge?
The bullet says about 1.5 to 2 hours. Capacity in mAh is not stated
Can you trust the 5.0 from 18?
Two reviews in the file are UK comments on the pump. Most of the others describe a pack of ball needles, not this inflator.
Our view
The Tarden 8024 is a 513 g handheld at £35.99, rated 5.0 from 8 UK reviews, with a claimed runtime of up to 40 minutes and a manufacturer time of about 70 seconds from 30 to 36 PSI. Reviewers like the glovebox size, the auto stop, the light and the USB-A output. Airflow and capacity are not stated. One long review quotes £56.99 rather than the £35.99 shelf price. Heat on a long run is mentioned, and the listing's answer is a silicone sleeve. Eight reviews, with almost no failure notes, are too small a sample to treat this as the most reliable pump here.
Pros
- 513 g with a storage bag, Presta adapter and ball needle
- Eight UK reviews describe auto shut-off and a clear display
- Light with steady, flash and SOS modes
- USB-A output claimed on the listing
Cons
- Only 8 reviews
- Airflow and battery capacity are not stated
- One review quotes £56.99, not the £35.99 shelf price
- Heat on a long run is mentioned
Best for: You want a compact Tarden with a light and a USB output, and you treat eight reviews as a thin sample.
Less suitable: You are buying because of the 5.0, or you need a stated airflow before you spend £35.99.
Specifications
- Model
- Tarden 8024
- Brand
- Tarden
- Price
- ∼£36
- Customer rating
- 5.0/5(8)
- Type
- Handheld inflator
- Max pressure
- 150 PSI
- Power
- Built-in
- Auto shut-off
- Yes
- Tank
- None
- Light
- Steady, flash, SOS
- Dual power
- No
- Battery in box
- Yes
Common questions
How long does the Tarden 8024 battery last?
The bullet claims up to 40 minutes. Capacity in mAh is not stated The eight UK reviews do not time a full discharge.
Does it include a Presta adapter?
Yes. The bullets list a Presta adapter, a ball needle and two cone nozzles, plus a storage bag.
Is the 5.0 score from a large sample?
The listing says 5.0 from 8 reviews. One long review quotes £56.99 rather than the £35.99 shelf price.
Our view
The Lamicall VHEP02 is a 500 g handheld at £42.99, rated 4.7 from 793 reviews, with a claimed 120 W, 28 L/min and a 6000 mAh pack. That 28 L/min is the highest airflow stated on a handheld in this set. The listing claims 35 minutes and a move from 28 to 36 PSI in under a minute. In the first 50 UK reviews, some owners topped several tyres on one charge, while another put the limit at about two or three seriously low tyres. One buyer chose it because an electric car would not run a lighter-socket pump. Reviewers still say the 30 cm hose is too short when the valve sits high, and one found it noisy enough that a neighbour came out. It is the strongest boot pick here on stated airflow and review volume, and you still hold the body while it runs.
Pros
- 28 L/min, the highest handheld airflow stated in this set
- 6000 mAh and 4.7 from 793 reviews
- 30 cm screw-on hose, auto stop, and a storage bag
- USB-A output and a light, used by owners who lack a 12 V inflator socket
Cons
- 30 cm hose is still short when the valve is high
- One reviewer limited a charge to about two or three seriously low tyres
- Noisy enough, in one review, that a neighbour came out
Best for: You want the strongest stated handheld airflow in this set, with a large UK review file, for cold tyre top-ups.
Less suitable: You need a pump that sits on the ground, a nailer, or more than a few tyres from nearly flat on one charge.
Specifications
- Model
- Lamicall VHEP02
- Brand
- Lamicall
- Price
- ∼£43
- Customer rating
- 4.7/5(793)
- Type
- Handheld inflator
- Max pressure
- 150 PSI
- Airflow
- 28 L/min
- Power
- 6000 mAh
- Auto shut-off
- Yes
- Hose
- 30 cm
- Tank
- None
- Light
- LED, flash, SOS
- Dual power
- No
- Battery in box
- Yes
Common questions
How long does the Lamicall VHEP02 battery last?
The listing claims a 6000 mAh pack and 35 minutes. In the first 50 UK reviews, one owner saw little drop after four tyres and another said two or three seriously low tyres was the limit.
Does the VHEP02 have a light and a power bank?
The bullets claim three LED modes and a USB-A 5 V / 2 A output. Reviews mention the light in a garage and charging a phone.
How long is the hose?
The listing says 30 cm. Reviewers say that is too short to set the pump on the ground when the valve is near the top of the tyre.
Our view
The Lamicall VHEP03 is a 452 g aluminium-cased handheld at £37.96, rated 4.6 from 961 reviews, with 20 L/min, a 4000 mAh pack and a 30 cm hose. The listing claims 25 minutes and a move from 28 to 36 PSI in under a minute. One UK review timed about 2 to 3 minutes from 5 PSI to 27 PSI, so a low tyre needs patience. Another owner bought it because a 6 V car could not run a 12 V plug-in inflator. In the first 50 reviews, a full set of tyres can need a recharge, the screen can be dim, and one reviewer marked it down for noise. It is a well-reviewed boot pump with a hose you can still support, and it is slower on the listing than the VHEP02.
Pros
- 4.6 from 961 amazon.co.uk reviews
- 4000 mAh, 20 L/min and a 30 cm hose
- Aluminium listed as the material, at 452 g
- USB-C charging, useful where a 12 V socket is the wrong supply
Cons
- One review needed 2 to 3 minutes from 5 PSI to 27 PSI
- A full set of tyres can need a recharge
- Noise and a dim screen come up in the first 50 reviews
Best for: You want a heavily reviewed cordless pump and your car cannot run a 12 V plug-in inflator.
Less suitable: You need the higher 28 L/min claim of the VHEP02, or a pump that will level every tyre from very low on one charge.
Specifications
- Model
- Lamicall VHEP03
- Brand
- Lamicall
- Price
- ∼£38
- Customer rating
- 4.6/5(961)
- Type
- Handheld inflator
- Max pressure
- 150 PSI
- Airflow
- 20 L/min
- Power
- 4000 mAh
- Auto shut-off
- Yes
- Hose
- 30 cm
- Tank
- None
- Light
- Three LED modes
- Dual power
- No
- Battery in box
- Yes
Common questions
Is the Lamicall VHEP03 cordless?
Yes. It charges by USB-C. One UK reviewer chose it because their car is 6 V and a 12 V plug-in inflator would not run.
How fast is a low tyre?
The bullet claims under a minute from 28 to 36 PSI. One UK review timed about 2 or 3 minutes from 5 PSI to 27 PSI.
What do reviews dislike?
In the first 50, battery life for a whole set of tyres, noise, and a dim screen are the repeated limits.
Our view
The Tarden 8023 is a 395 g pocket inflator at £23.99, rated 4.6 from 12 UK reviews, with auto shut-off and a claimed accuracy of ±1 PSI at 36 PSI. Reviewers put a few PSI into a car tyre in about a minute, and they also used it on bikes and footballs. The display stays readable for one reviewer in sun, and the LED helps on a dark driveway. The hose is short enough that the pump hangs if the valve is not at the bottom. Reviews warn that the pack can be flat if it lives in the car uncharged. Twelve reviews, and no stated airflow or milliamp-hour figure, keep it below the pumps with large UK samples.
Pros
- 395 g, small enough for a glovebox or a bike bag
- All 12 reviews in the file are from the United Kingdom
- Reviewers describe a stop at the set pressure and a memory
- USB-C charging, plus an LED and an SOS mode
Cons
- Only 12 reviews
- Hose is short, so the pump hangs off a high valve
- Airflow and battery capacity are not stated
- The pack can be flat if it is left uncharged in the car
Best for: You want a light glovebox pump for a small top-up and you will charge it before you rely on it.
Less suitable: You want a large UK review sample, or a stated litres-per-minute figure, before you buy.
Specifications
- Model
- Tarden 8023
- Brand
- Tarden
- Price
- ∼£24
- Customer rating
- 4.6/5(12)
- Type
- Handheld inflator
- Max pressure
- 150 PSI
- Power
- Built-in
- Auto shut-off
- Yes
- Tank
- None
- Light
- LED and SOS
- Dual power
- No
- Battery in box
- Yes
Common questions
How long does the Tarden 8023 battery last?
The bullet claims up to 30 minutes. Capacity in mAh is not stated Reviews say a small car top-up takes about a minute and that the pack needs charging if it lives in the car.
Which valves does it fit?
The box lists a Schrader/Presta adapter, a ball needle and two tapered nozzles.
How accurate is the display?
The bullet claims ±1 PSI at 36 PSI. The 12 UK reviews call the display clear. They are not a calibration test.
Our view
The HOVVIDA AM21J2 is a 630 g handheld at £24.99, rated 4.5 from 847 reviews, with 54 W, 25 L/min and a 5200 mAh pack. In the first 50 UK reviews, owners praise the preset memory and the auto stop, and one owner matched a tyre-shop digital gauge. The listing claims a 215/45 R17 tyre from 30 to 35 PSI in under a minute, which is a manufacturer claim, and it recommends a cool-down after 15 minutes. The hose is 8 inches, and reviewers mention that length. It will not switch on while the charger is plugged in. The page excludes air mattresses, paddleboards and large truck tyres. At this price and review count it is the best-value boot pump in the set, provided you will hold a short hose.
Pros
- £24.99 with 4.5 from 847 reviews
- 5200 mAh and a stated 25 L/min
- Preset memory and auto stop in the UK reviews
- 2-year warranty line, plus Presta and Schrader adapters
Cons
- 8-inch hose
- Will not run while the charger is plugged in
- Listing excludes paddleboards and large truck tyres
- Weight bullet says 1.5 lb while the field says 630 g
Best for: You want a well-reviewed boot pump under £25 and you can hold an 8-inch hose on the valve.
Less suitable: You need to inflate a paddleboard or a large truck tyre, or you want the pump to run while it charges.
Specifications
- Model
- HOVVIDA AM21J2
- Brand
- HOVVIDA
- Price
- ∼£25
- Customer rating
- 4.5/5(847)
- Type
- Handheld inflator
- Max pressure
- 150 PSI
- Airflow
- 25 L/min
- Power
- 5200 mAh
- Auto shut-off
- Yes
- Hose
- 8 inches
- Tank
- None
- Light
- LED
- Dual power
- No
- Battery in box
- Yes
Common questions
Can the HOVVIDA inflate a bike tyre?
The listing has a bike mode and says Schrader and Presta adapters are in the box. It also says it is not for air mattresses, paddleboards or large truck tyres.
Does it work while charging?
No. The bullet says it cannot be turned on while the charger is plugged in.
How accurate is it?
The bullet claims within ±1 PSI. One UK reviewer checked it against a tyre supplier's gauge and said it matched. That is one review, not a lab test.
Our view
The SERVOMASTER SM02E is the cheapest listing in this set, at £16.99, and it sits at 4.5 from 317 amazon.co.uk reviews. Reviewers describe a compact boot pump that lets you set a pressure and a unit, then stop. Battery comments contradict each other: one owner says the pack lasts a long time, and another says it does not. Airflow and capacity in milliamp hours are not stated, and the weight field says 550 g while a bullet says 0.42 kg. The included-components line says jump starter, which does not match the tyre-inflator title. Of the first 50 reviews, 22 are from the United Kingdom, and that sample does not show a cluster of dead motors.
Pros
- £16.99, the lowest shelf price in this set
- 4.5 from 317 amazon.co.uk reviews
- Reviewers describe a set pressure and a choice of units
- No cluster of dead motors in the first 50 reviews
Cons
- Included-components line says jump starter
- Weight field 550 g versus a 0.42 kg bullet
- Airflow and battery capacity are not stated
- Owners disagree on how long the battery lasts
Best for: You want the cheapest boot top-up in this set and you can ignore a parts line that does not match the title.
Less suitable: You need a stated airflow, a known battery size, or a listing whose weight and included parts agree.
Specifications
- Model
- SERVOMASTER SM02E
- Brand
- SERVOMASTER
- Price
- ∼£17
- Customer rating
- 4.5/5(317)
- Type
- Handheld inflator
- Max pressure
- 150 PSI
- Power
- 12 V, mAh –
- Auto shut-off
- Yes
- Tank
- None
- Light
- LED
- Battery in box
- Yes
Common questions
Is the SERVOMASTER a jump starter?
The included-components line says Jump starter. The title and bullets describe a cordless tyre inflator. Treat the parts line as unconfirmed.
What does it weigh?
The item field says 550 g. A bullet says 0.42 kg. Both figures are in the saved listing.
Are the reviews all from the UK?
The rating is 4.5 from 317. Of the first 50 reviews in the file, 22 are from the United Kingdom.
Our view
The ASNUG H22 is a 620 g handheld at £19.99, rated 4.5 from 34 reviews, with 55 W, 25 L/min and a 3600 mAh pack. A 3 m 12 V lead is in the box, so the pump can still run if the internal battery is flat, though one UK reviewer says that lead does not charge the pack. Reviews praise a large display that remembers the last pressure, and one owner topped four tyres and matched the car's sensors. The hose is 17 cm, so the body hangs from the valve. Reviewers also call it noisy and describe the plastic as a little brittle. The warranty line says 1 month. It is a cheap dual-power top-up, and the short hose is the limit you meet on the first tyre.
Pros
- 3600 mAh pack plus a 3 m 12 V lead
- Stated 25 L/min at £19.99
- Reviews say it remembers the last pressure
- One owner matched the car's sensors after four tyres
Cons
- 17 cm hose, so the pump hangs from the valve
- Warranty line says 1 month
- One reviewer says the 12 V lead does not charge the pack
- Plastic described as a little brittle, and the pump is noisy
Best for: You want a cheap pump that can fall back to the car's 12 V socket when the internal pack is flat.
Less suitable: You need a hose you can rest on the ground, or a warranty longer than the 1 month printed on the listing.
Specifications
- Model
- ASNUG H22
- Brand
- ASNUG
- Price
- ∼£20
- Customer rating
- 4.5/5(34)
- Type
- Handheld inflator
- Max pressure
- 150 PSI
- Airflow
- 25 L/min
- Power
- 3600 mAh + 12 V
- Auto shut-off
- Yes
- Hose
- 17 cm
- Tank
- None
- Light
- LED
- Dual power
- Yes
- Battery in box
- Yes
Common questions
Can the ASNUG H22 run from the car if the battery is flat?
Yes. The listing includes a 3 m 12 V cable. One UK reviewer says that lead does not charge the internal 3600 mAh pack.
How long is the hose?
The listing says 17 cm. Reviews say the pump then hangs from the valve.
What warranty is printed?
The manufacturer warranty line says 1 month. EU spare-part availability is listed as 1 year.
Our view
The Einhell SILENZZO 18/160 is a bare 6 litre, 8 bar tank at £217.33, the highest price here, rated 4.5 from 15 reviews. It takes one 18 V Power X-Change battery, not included, and the listing claims 160 L/min intake with a maximum output of 95 L/min. The Amazon noise field says 80 dB, while the same page calls it particularly quiet. The weight field says 16.7 kg, and a French review puts it at about 17 kg. The manual says 1.5 to 2.6 Ah packs cut out near 2 bar. None of the ten reviews in the file is from the United Kingdom, so battery life and noise are not confirmed by a British buyer on this listing. It is a one-battery workshop compressor for short runs, and it is the wrong tool for the boot.
Pros
- One 18 V Power X-Change battery, rather than two
- 6 litre oil-free tank, regulator up to 8 bar, condensate drain
- Listing claims 160 L/min intake and up to 95 L/min output
- French review describes a solid frame and low vibration
Cons
- £217.33 with no battery or charger
- No UK review in the file
- 1.5 to 2.6 Ah packs cut out near 2 bar, per the manual
- About 17 kg, and Amazon's 10 mm dimensions are not credible
Best for: You already own a large 18 V Power X-Change pack and you want a one-battery tank for short runs.
Less suitable: You need British owner reviews, a glovebox pump, or 8 bar from a small pack.
Specifications
- Model
- Einhell SILENZZO 18/160
- Brand
- Einhell
- Price
- ∼£217
- Customer rating
- 4.5/5(15)
- Type
- Tank compressor
- Max pressure
- 8 bar
- Airflow
- 160 L/min in, 95 out
- Power
- 18 V, battery extra
- Auto shut-off
- Yes
- Tank
- 6 litres
- Dual power
- No
- Battery in box
- No
Common questions
Does the SILENZZO include a battery?
No. The bullets say it is delivered without a Power X-Change battery or charger.
How big is the tank?
6 litres, maximum 8 bar, intake up to 160 L/min on the listing. Output at 7 bar is not stated on Amazon.
Are there UK reviews in the saved listing?
The listing says 4.5 from 15. The ten reviews in the file are from France, Turkey, Germany and other countries, not the United Kingdom.
Our view
The Einhell TE-AC 36/150 Li OF-Solo is a bare 6 litre, 8 bar tank at £141.95, listed at 9.17 kg and rated 4.4 from 182 reviews. It needs two 18 V Power X-Change batteries, and the battery and charger are sold separately. The bullet claims 150 L/min intake and up to 95 L/min output. That intake figure is not the air you get at 7 bar. The manual says 1.5 Ah and 2.0 Ah packs cut out near 4 bar. Amazon prints dimensions of 10 x 10 x 10 mm, which is not a credible size. In the first 50 reviews, one is from the United Kingdom. It is a short-burst workshop body if you already own the batteries, not a glovebox pump, and video accessories are not in the box.
Pros
- 6 litre oil-free tank, 8 bar, listed at 9.17 kg
- Uses two 18 V Power X-Change batteries you may already own
- Bullet claims up to 95 L/min output as well as 150 L/min intake
- Carrying handle, and tyre inflation is one recommended use
Cons
- Battery and charger are not in the box
- 1.5 Ah and 2.0 Ah packs cut out near 4 bar, per the manual
- Only one UK review in the first 50
- Amazon size field of 10 x 10 x 10 mm is not credible
Best for: You already own two Power X-Change batteries large enough to reach working pressure, and you want short workshop bursts.
Less suitable: You need a boot pump, a spray gun, or an 8 bar fill from a 2.0 Ah pack.
Specifications
- Model
- Einhell TE-AC 36/150
- Brand
- Einhell
- Price
- ∼£142
- Customer rating
- 4.4/5(182)
- Type
- Tank compressor
- Max pressure
- 8 bar
- Airflow
- 150 L/min in, 95 out
- Power
- 36 V, batteries extra
- Tank
- 6 litres
- Dual power
- No
- Battery in box
- No
Common questions
Does the TE-AC 36/150 come with a battery?
No. The title and bullets say it is supplied without a battery or charger. It needs two 18 V Power X-Change batteries.
Can it inflate car tyres?
The recommended-uses line includes tyre inflation. It is a 6 litre tank compressor, not a glovebox preset inflator.
Are the reviews British?
The listing says 4.4 from 182. In the first 50 reviews, one is from the United Kingdom.
Our view
The NOCO AL5 is the dearest handheld in the set at £67.99, rated 4.2 from 1,312 reviews, with 90 W, 17 L/min, a 130 PSI ceiling and a listed 75 dB. The bullet claims up to 14 top-ups or two tyres from flat, then a 90-minute USB-C charge, which is the manufacturer's figure. UK reviews praise a solid build and a clear backlit display, and one owner used about a third of the battery for four tyres plus 4 PSI. The hose fields disagree: one says 10 inches, the bullet says 3 feet, and reviews describe a tube about as long as the machine, so you hold it. The weight field says 27 g next to dimensions of 15.6 x 9.9 x 26.2 cm, which is not a usable weight. You are paying for a large review file and a known brand, and the listing still contradicts itself.
Pros
- 4.2 from 1,312 amazon.co.uk reviews
- 1-year limited warranty, USB-C charge and a storage bag
- UK reviews describe a solid build and a clear backlit display
- Manufacturer claim of up to 14 top-ups or two flats per charge
Cons
- £67.99, the highest handheld price here, at 17 L/min
- Hose fields say 10 inches and 3 feet; reviews describe a short tube
- Weight field of 27 g is not credible beside the dimensions
- 130 PSI ceiling is lower than the 150 PSI handhelds
Best for: You want the NOCO name and a very large review file, and you will hold a short hose.
Less suitable: You want the most air per pound, or a listing whose hose length and weight agree.
Specifications
- Model
- NOCO AL5
- Brand
- NOCO
- Price
- ∼£68
- Customer rating
- 4.2/5(1,312)
- Type
- Handheld inflator
- Max pressure
- 130 PSI
- Airflow
- 17 L/min
- Power
- 90 W
- Auto shut-off
- Yes
- Hose
- 10 in or 3 ft
- Tank
- None
- Light
- Yes
- Dual power
- No
- Battery in box
- Yes
Common questions
How long is the NOCO AL5 hose?
One spec field says 10 inches. The bullet says a 3-foot hose. UK reviews describe a short tube, about the length of the machine.
Does the 27 g weight make sense?
No. The same listing gives dimensions of 15.6 x 9.9 x 26.2 cm. The 27 g figure is the field as printed.
How many tyres per charge does NOCO claim?
The bullet says up to 14 top-ups or two full tyres from flat, then a 90 minute USB-C recharge. That is a manufacturer claim.
Our view
The GEARLASSO weighs 1.47 kg and costs £42.99, with 4.2 from 201 reviews, a stated 160 PSI, 17 L/min and 80 dB. The bullets offer a 21 V pack or a 12 V adapter, which is useful if the battery is flat, but the included-components field lists only the charger. Of the first 50 reviews, 15 are from the United Kingdom. Some owners say the battery lasts and inflation is quick. An edited review says a unit died after a few uses, and another calls the charger about 0.3 A and very slow. The listing excludes large inflatables and large truck or trailer tyres. Dual power is the reason to consider it, and the early-failure notes are the reason to hesitate.
Pros
- 21 V pack or a 12 V adapter, so it can run from the car
- Stated 17 L/min and 160 PSI
- 12-month use warranty in the bullet
- Some owners report a battery that lasts for their top-ups
Cons
- 1.47 kg, heavier than the pocket pumps
- An edited review says it died after a few uses
- Charger described as about 0.3 A and very slow
- Included-components field lists only the charger
Best for: You want battery power and a 12 V fallback in one unit, and you accept a mixed 4.2 from 201 reviews.
Less suitable: You want a light glovebox pump, or you are put off by early-failure notes in the UK reviews.
Specifications
- Model
- GEARLASSO
- Brand
- GEARLASSO
- Price
- ∼£43
- Customer rating
- 4.2/5(201)
- Type
- Handheld inflator
- Max pressure
- 160 PSI
- Airflow
- 17 L/min
- Power
- 21 V or 12 V
- Auto shut-off
- Yes
- Tank
- None
- Light
- LED
- Dual power
- Yes
Common questions
Can it run from the car as well as a battery?
The bullets say a 21 V pack or a 12 V DC adapter. The included-components field only says Charger.
What will it not inflate?
The listing says it is not for large-volume inflatables, paddleboards, rafts, or large truck and trailer tyres.
Do UK reviews mention failures?
Yes. One edited review says it died after a few uses, and another calls the charger very slow. The sample also has short positive reviews.
How we compared
Scores use the twelve amazon.co.uk listings kept for this page, with prices, stars and review counts saved on 19 October 2026. UK review notes cover a finished car top-up, a short hose, an early failure, and reviews that describe a different product. Einhell battery cut-out lines come from the product manuals. There is no lab test. A 150 PSI headline is not scored as air at 7 bar. Weights sum to 100.
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Amazon evidence
30%Star rating on amazon.co.uk, then a deduction when the count is small, when the texts are mostly not from the United Kingdom, or when the reviews are mostly about a different product.
2
Listing fit
35%A handheld with a stated airflow, a stated battery, auto shut-off, and a hose you can support scores higher for a boot job. A bare tank scores for a 6 litre receiver and a regulator, then loses points when the battery is missing and a small pack cuts out early.
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Review outcome
20%UK reviews that describe a finished car top-up score higher than a large file that repeats a short hose, an early failure, or a listing that contradicts itself.
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Value
15%Shelf price in GBP against a pump a UK review can actually use for a cold top-up. A low price does not score here when the star line is the wrong product.
Independent review
Last updated: 20 October 2026
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Cordless compressor buying guide
Shelf prices in this set run from about £16.99 to £217.33. The decision is the job first: a handheld inflator for a cold tyre, or a bare tank if you already own the right tool batteries. A 150 PSI headline and an intake figure in litres per minute are not the air a nailer sees at 7 bar.
What is a cordless compressor?
A cordless compressor in this comparison is either a handheld lithium tyre inflator or a tank that runs from a tool battery. UK drivers buy the handheld type to set a cold pressure from the door sticker without a 12 V socket. That matters on some electric cars, and where the lighter socket is awkward. A brad nailer, a blow gun or a regulated outlet needs a tank, a gauge and a quick coupling. A handheld pump is the wrong tool for a paddleboard or a large lorry tyre.
Best for
- Drivers who want a boot pump for a cold check, including some electric cars with no usable 12 V socket
- Workshops that already own Power X-Change batteries and want short bursts, not a spray gun
Not ideal for
- A paddleboard, a large lorry tyre, or a nailer fed from a handheld pump
- Anyone treating a 5.0 from a handful of reviews, or from the wrong product, as a test
Mistakes to avoid
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Buying on maximum PSI or intake litres
A 150 PSI headline is a ceiling. Einhell intake figures of 150 or 160 L/min are not the air at 7 bar. Handheld claims in this set run from 17 L/min to 28 L/min.
- 2
Treating car mode as the placard
Car placards in the UK are often in bar or PSI. Michelin UK says the sidewall maximum is not the daily pressure. Set the manufacturer’s cold figure for the load.
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Ignoring a short hose or a missing battery
Short hoses leave the pump hanging on the valve. Both Einhell bodies omit the battery. The SILENZZO manual says 1.5–2.6 Ah packs cut out near 2 bar, and the TE-AC manual says 1.5 and 2.0 Ah packs cut out near 4 bar.
What to weigh up
Air at working pressure
HighMatch the pump to the job before you read the PSI ceiling. A tyre, a bicycle or a football needs a handheld that stops at a set pressure. A brad nailer, a blow gun or a regulated outlet needs a tank, a gauge and a quick coupling. Handheld airflow claims here run from 17 L/min on the NOCO AL5 and the GEARLASSO to 28 L/min on the Lamicall VHEP02. The Einhell bullets state 150 or 160 L/min intake and up to 95 L/min output. Intake is not output at 7 bar.
Battery, hose and preset
HighBuilt-in packs in this set are 3600–6000 mAh where the listing states a capacity. Both Einhell bodies omit the battery: two 18 V packs on the 36 V TE-AC, or one 18 V pack on the SILENZZO. Small packs cut out early, near 2 bar on the SILENZZO manual and near 4 bar on the TE-AC manual for 1.5 and 2.0 Ah packs. ASNUG and GEARLASSO add a 12 V lead. A preset should use bar or PSI from the door sticker. A car mode is not that figure.
Which option suits you?
Three typical situations, each with a recommendation from this comparison.
Boot pump under £25
You want several hundred reviews and a stated airflow without the mid-band prices. The HOVVIDA is 4.5 from 847 reviews at about £24.99. The hose is 8 inches, and it will not run while charging.
Short workshop bursts
You already own Power X-Change batteries and you want a 6 litre receiver, not a glovebox pump. The TE-AC 36/150 needs two 18 V packs, sold separately, and small packs cut out early.
Common questions about cordless compressors
Which cordless compressor is the top pick in this set?
The top pick is the Lamicall VHEP02. It is a handheld inflator at about £42.99, with 28 L/min and a 6000 mAh pack stated, and 4.7 from 793 amazon.co.uk reviews. That 28 L/min is the highest handheld airflow stated in this set. The 30 cm hose still needs a hand, and one review limits a charge to about two or three seriously low tyres. Skip it if you need a pump that sits on the ground, or a tank for a nailer.
How much does a cordless compressor cost on amazon.co.uk?
On these twelve amazon.co.uk listings, checked on 19 October 2026, entry handhelds run from about £16.99 to £24.99. The middle band is about £35.99 to £42.99. The NOCO AL5 is about £67.99. The bare Einhell tanks are about £141.95 for the TE-AC 36/150 and about £217.33 for the SILENZZO 18/160, and neither price includes a battery or a charger. These are the shelf lines in this set, not every cordless pump on the site.
Is a handheld inflator the same as a cordless tank?
A handheld inflator is for a tyre, a bicycle or a football, and it stops at a set pressure. A tank is for a brad nailer, a blow gun or a regulated outlet. The two tanks here are the Einhell TE-AC 36/150 and the SILENZZO 18/160, both 6 litres and 8 bar, sold without a battery. Intake figures of 150 or 160 L/min are not the air you get at 7 bar. A handheld pump is the wrong tool for a paddleboard or a large lorry tyre.
Does 150 PSI mean the pump can feed a nailer?
No. A 150 PSI headline is the ceiling on most handhelds here, not the airflow at working pressure. Handheld airflow claims run from 17 L/min to 28 L/min. The Einhell bullets also claim up to 95 L/min output, beside intake figures of 150 or 160 L/min. ABAC’s DIY chart, a manufacturer rule of thumb, puts tyre inflation around 30–60 L/min at 6–8 bar. Do not size a nailer from the intake number.
What pressure should you set on a car tyre?
Highway Code Annex 6 says inflate to the manufacturer’s figure for the load, weekly, on cold tyres. Construction and Use Regulations 1986, regulation 27, requires a tyre fit for the use. Michelin UK says the sidewall maximum is not the daily pressure. If you must set a warm tyre, add 0.3 bar, and do not then let air out. A car mode on the pump is not the figure on your door sticker.
Does a 6 litre cordless tank need a written scheme?
Not on these figures, and not as a householder’s automatic duty. HSE INDG178 says a portable receiver under 250 bar litres is not likely to need a written scheme. Six litres at 8 bar is 48 bar litres. Pressure Systems Safety Regulations 2000 cover air above 0.5 bar at work. That arithmetic is not a promise the tank can spray a car, and it is not a reason to adjust the safety valve.
Is a 5.0 from a small review count a test result?
No. A 5.0 from eight reviews, or from text about a different product, is not the strongest boot pump here. The Motorenbau file is mostly ball-needle reviews, not this inflator. The SILENZZO saved listing has no UK review. Prefer a large amazon.co.uk sample that describes a finished car top-up, and treat a listing that contradicts its own hose or weight as unfinished evidence.
When is a 12 V lead a better match than a cordless pack?
Use a cordless handheld when the car has no usable 12 V socket, which is true of some electric cars. A lead that plugs into the lighter is a different purchase, covered in the 12V air compressor comparison. In this set, ASNUG and GEARLASSO add a 12 V lead beside the battery. The Einhell tanks do not. A flat pack left in the boot will not help on the hard shoulder either way.
Our verdict
The top pick is the Lamicall VHEP02 at about £42.99. It has 4.7 from 793 reviews, and the highest handheld airflow stated in this set, 28 L/min, on a 6000 mAh pack. The 30 cm hose still needs a hand, and one review limits a charge to about two or three seriously low tyres. The best value is the HOVVIDA AM21J2 at about £24.99, 4.5 from 847 reviews, with 25 L/min and a 5200 mAh pack. The 8-inch hose is already in the score, and it will not run while charging. The Lamicall VHEP03 sits next, at 20 L/min and 4.6 from 961 reviews. The NOCO AL5 has the largest handheld review file, 4.2 from 1,312, and the listing disagrees with itself on hose length and weight. The two Einhell tanks are bare bodies: batteries are extra, and intake litres are not output at 7 bar.
Best value
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HOVVIDA AM21J2
About £24.99, 4.5 from 847 reviews, 25 L/min and 5200 mAh, after the short hose is deducted.
Editorial
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Peter F. is the editor for DIY & tools at productscompared.co.uk. Comparisons in this category are checked against amazon.co.uk listings, review evidence and public UK sources.
Updated: 20 October 2026
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Guides to cordless compressors
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Sources
Public UK sources and the manufacturer page below. amazon.co.uk listings checked on 19 October 2026.
- Highway Code Annex 6: vehicle maintenance, safety and security (retrieved 19 October 2026)
- Construction and Use Regulations 1986, regulation 27 (retrieved 19 October 2026)
- MOT inspection manual, section 5: axles, wheels, tyres and suspension (retrieved 19 October 2026)
- HSE INDG178: written schemes of examination (retrieved 19 October 2026)
- HSE: Pressure Systems Safety Regulations overview (retrieved 19 October 2026)
- Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005, regulation 4 (retrieved 19 October 2026)
- Einhell UK: TE-AC 36/150 Li OF-Solo (retrieved 19 October 2026)
- Michelin UK: how to inflate your tyres (retrieved 19 October 2026)
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