Slow but Sure
The Quick Air was the slowest of all the compressors tested but it was the most frugal on power consumption, with only a 10-amp draw during our tests. Sure, 7 minutes, 18 seconds per tire is a lot of time to spend airing up at the end of the day but think of all the things you can get accomplished while airing up. You could wash the windows, eat a snack, and help your buddies fix their trucks. The real advantage of the Quick Air is its small size and proven reliability. We’ve used a portable unit for years without a hitch. The Quick Air is available as either a hard-mount or a portable and is priced at $175 and $235 respectively. The portable unit includes a reinforced rubber hose with clip-on tire chuck, cigarette lighter power plug, and an on/off switch, all in a molded plastic case.