Best Paint Sprayers of 2021 – Comprehensive Guide & Reviews

Last Updated on August 5, 2020

Have you always wanted to invest in a really good quality paint sprayer but don’t know where to start when it comes to models and brands that are the best? For those of you who are just starting out, or even for those people who are just unsure of the newest gadgets available to them. Paint sprayers are a relatively new invention (they’ve only been around for a few decades!) so often people get confused as to what ones are the best to buy and which ones they should definitely avoid. Since we know our paint spraying stuff, and we’ve read a lot of paint sprayer reviews we thought it would be helpful to compile a list of the best paint sprayers you can buy in 2020. These reviews should help to narrow down your choices and make your choice a lot of an easier one. Choosing the best paint sprayer that adheres to all of your needs isn’t easy if you are unsure of what to look out for, it’s just lucky that we do!

Our Top 5 Picks of 2021

Product	Price	Weight	Editor Rating
Graco Magnum 262800 X5 (Top Pick)	Check Price	23 lbs	5.0/5
Fuji 2202 Semi-PRO 2	Check Price	26 lbs	4.8/5
REXBETI REX006 (Best for the Money)	Check Price	4 lbs	4.5/5
Wagner 0518080	Check Price	11 lbs	4.3/5
Hi-Spec Tools Spray Gun	Check Price	3 lbs	3.9/5

5 Best Paint Sprayers Reviewed

1. Graco Magnum 262800 X5 – Top Pick

Type: Airless

If you’re a homeowner wanting to do some renovations or touch-ups on your house, or if you’re looking at repainting a room or two in your house, then getting an airless paint sprayer will save you a lot of time and effort. The Graco Magnum 262800 X5 is our top pick for a lot of reasons, not only is it a good quality but it isn’t too expensive and would fit in a lot of people’s budgets. We understand how difficult it is to get a paint sprayer that doesn’t cost a small fortune but if you’re willing to invest in this Graco model then you’re sure to be impressed. It has many features that prove useful such as the power flush adapter that allows for ease of cleaning, and the stainless-steel pump ensuring a good lifespan and reliable performance of the paint sprayer. If you’re looking for a paint sprayer that is versatile and allows for multiple coats, then this might also be a good model to consider. Since it is small it is lightweight and comes with a handy stand to keep the unit in place and allow for easy transport.

2. Fuji 2202 Semi-PRO 2 – The Runner-up

Type: HVLP

Despite being entry-level price the system this paint sprayer runs if far from standard. It is very powerful and offers users the chance to control the fan spray pattern with various buttons. It has a lightweight design and has a cool handle that is used to control the suction gun. If you’re a beginner, then you’re likely to find a friend in this model as it is easy to use and doesn’t require any training (unlike some professional paint sprayers). If you’re just looking for a paint sprayer that is good value for money and doesn’t cost a lot of money, then the Fuji 2202 Semi-PRO 2 is your ideal choice. It even has a motor power of 1,400 watts and a nozzle of 1.3mm, but the best thing about it is that it is fully adjustable so that you can change up the nozzle to allow a bigger surface area to be covered or even change it, so you can get the smaller areas that are normally hard to get too. However, despite it being good value and a quality product, we would say it is only suitable for those who want to do the odd job and use the gadget as a hobby purchase rather than make it a part of their business or regular schedule.

3. REXBETI REX006 – Best Paint Sprayer for the Money

Type: HVLP

We understand that sometimes money and a smaller budget can stop you getting the good quality product you want, especially when it comes to paint sprayers. Despite common belief, you can get relatively cheap painting sprayers from a lot of retailers. The RexBeTi REX006 is one of the best on the market in terms of quality and price. If you’re new to paint spraying or you just need to do some odd jobs around your house, then this model is your perfect match. It has a flow rate of 700mls per minute which doesn’t mean that it is the fastest around but it does have a great finish and the fine finish nozzle allows the user to have that perfectly smooth and shiny finish you wish. The electric sprayer produces a better than roller-like finish and is a lot more powerful than it’s cheap counterparts. For a budget paint sprayer, it has several features and handy extras you can buy separately. It is very ideal for anyone who just wants a household gadget that produces great results and doesn’t cost a lot of money.

4. Wagner 0518080

Type: HVLP

This multi-purpose paint sprayer is ideal for anyone who needs a powerful turbine and variable air pressure when they’re completing their paint spraying jobs. It has a flexible air hose and is very lightweight (it’s the lightest paint sprayer on this list weighing in at only 10lbs!) If you’re not used to heavy duty gadgets or products then you might want to opt for this model. However, that’s where the positive aspects of this model end. Despite having different spraying patterns, they’re very limited. With a paint sprayer of this price, you would normally get a lot more patterns for your money and this limits what you can actually do with it in terms of areas to cover and small places to paint. The cleaning and maintenance aren’t easy either, you must use soap and water to rinse out all of the different parts, and if you’re looking to clean out oil-based materials then you must opt for mineral spirits. This can be time-consuming and there are a lot of other models for a similar price that has connectable hoses to that cleaning is a lot easier.

5. Hi-Spec Tools Spray Gun

Type: Airless

If you’re looking for a smooth finish, time and money-saving, easy-to-use paint sprayer and you’re considering this as one of your options, you definitely have to start re-evaluating. The best thing about this product is that it’s on the slightly less expensive side and despite this, its disadvantages go on for pages and pages. It is models like this one that gives budget paint sprayers a bad name and makes all users think that if you get a paint sprayer on a budget that you won’t get a quality product. It has a 680ml max flow which could be worse but many customer reviews have stated that it doesn’t do anything quickly. If you’re willing to spend a few hours just painting a small area space, then try this out (which we definitely wouldn’t recommend!). It’s complex mechanisms mean that if you’re only starting out using a paint sprayer then you will find it difficult to use, if you’re not able to use a product properly then you won’t get the finish you want and deserve. The Hi-Spec Tools Spray Gun will make your life of rolling and using paint brushes seem a lot easier.

Buying Guide

Airless vs. HVLP Paint Sprayers

When you’re looking through all the possible paint sprayers you can purchase then you may start to realize that the best ones come in two forms, airless and HVLP. Whilst this is normally something that more professionals consider, it’s still important to know what all of your options are and what might be best for you as a buyer.

HVLP stands for high volume low pressure and refers to how the paint sprayer actually works, it delivers fluid separately from air to the tip of the gun (where the paint then comes out of the gun!) and this air is injected to allow the gun to crate atomization (the breakup of paint!) They differ from typical spray guns as the HVLP spray guns use a larger volume of air and can produce a lot better results than conventional spray guns.

Airless paint sprayers use no air (hence the name!) and tend to use high pressure to push the paint up and through the tip of the gun instead. This allows for easier application but does, therefore, use a lot more paint in the process. Airless spray guns tend to give a better coverage to walls or objects as the paint is often thicker, unlike the HVLP models which use a lot of air to break up the particles of paint.

In terms of which one is better, it is all dependent on the coverage you want and the time you have to paint the area. Airless models are often a lot faster and produce a quicker and thicker finish but if you’re wanting a sheerer finish then you might want to try out an HVLP paint sprayer.

Tips on Buying

Before you purchase that paint sprayer, make sure you’ve thought about all your possible options and that you’ve considered the tips we think are important. Whilst you may want to buy the first paint sprayer you see, you need to think about what will work best for you!

• Commercial vs Consumer Grade – Both HVLP and Airless manufacturers offer a range of different products that work for all different sorts of people. Whilst some of them will be ideal for you as a commercial customer, others might work more for a consumer. If you’re planning on using your paint sprayer every day or most days, then you will need to look at more commercial grade products (that are more expensive but do last a long time!). On commercial grade appliances, the pumps will last longer and there will be a lot less maintenance. Those who are looking into becoming semi or professional paint sprayers may want to look at the more expensive commercial grade sprayers rather than the consumer grade ones as they can be limiting.
• Try Out a Smaller Size – Despite smaller sizes sometimes meaning a worse quality product, often with paint sprayers, the opposite is true. You want to make sure that you can handle the paint sprayer with ease and it’s not too heavy to hold when you’re doing all your jobs in and out of the house. If it is heavy or on the larger size, then you may struggle to get in the smaller areas and use the paint sprayer for a long period of time.
• Not All Well-Known Brands are the Best – If you see a popular brand then you may automatically assume that the brand is better than non-branded alternatives or those that aren’t as popular but that isn’t true. There are many brands that people love that may not work for you or may not suit your needs but if you can find a brand that isn’t as popular but that you think will work and looks good quality then that is fine too. We would always suggest looking at reviews online to see what real people think of the product and weigh up your options before purchasing the product for yourself.

What Makes a Good One?

Good paint sprayers are easier to come across than you may initially think, and there are aspects that you should always be on the lookout for when you’re looking at your different choices. If your potential new purchase has all the aspects listed below and even more then you can rest assured that you will get a product suitable for your needs.

• A good volume capacity – the more paint capacity your paint sprayer can hold the longer it will spray for which means you get your jobs done quicker. Make sure before you buy your product that you check what the volume capacity is as you don’t want a very low one as it won’t last long enough to even cover half a wall or fence.
• Lightweight and compact design – as we talked about earlier, you need to make sure your paint sprayer is lightweight as it can be detrimental to your painting job. If you’ve got a big surface area to cover or you’re painting a whole bedroom or back fence, then you will be spray painting for a while. Having a lightweight and compact design will allow you to work with the paint sprayer for longer.
• An easy-to-clean option – there are so many different models that offer an easy clean option on paint sprayers, especially the bigger models. They are so important if you want to ensure your paint sprayer is squeaky clean for the next use. It also ensures that your paint sprayers stay looking brand new and working well. If your paint sprayer doesn’t have an easy clean option then you may find it hard to clean and keep looking like new!

Conclusion

After considering the thousands of reviews of Paint Sprayers, we can conclude that the best product and model to opt for is the Graco Magnum 262800 X5, it has all of the best features and extras that you could ever want from a paint sprayer and it isn’t too expensive that you can’t afford one! It is ideal for anyone, from beginners to those who have been in the paint spraying industry for decades. If you’re looking for a professional painting finish on your walls or outdoors, then this is definitely the model to opt for.

We hope that this list has helped you gain more of an insight as to what the best different paint sprayers are and that your process has been made easier because of it. If you know what you’re looking for and you know what makes a paint sprayer any good, then you’re sure to get a model perfect for all your needs. Whether you need it for a few hobby jobs around the house, or you’re starting off your career in the painting industry, there is no better place to start than investing in a good quality paint sprayer.