Features Like the Senco, the GR100, and the DeWalt, this compressor is among the quiet, featherweight contenders. It has the same design as the DeWalt, including the cord wrap, handle, and “no-step” housing (which, ironically, makes an excellent step). Its rectangular, suitcase-like shape makes it easy to carry, transport, and store without fear of damaging any of the smaller components.
Flaws Of all the compressors, the Porter-Cable fired the least amount of nails before cycling back on again. At one point after kicking back on, the compressor started leaking air through the bottom of the hose-regulator pressure dial; after a quick turn of the dial back and forth, the leak stopped.
Bottom Line Because they have the same parent company, it’s not surprising that the Porter-Cable and the DeWalt share the same design and construction. Whether or not they share the same pump and motor, it’s interesting that they tested with slightly different results. The Porter-Cable shot fewer fasteners per cycle, but it filled the tank a bit faster and was slightly quieter than the DeWalt. It also costs about $20 less on average, making it a solid value.
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