Atlas TC289 Tire Changer
#6 in Tire changerFull review
For a shop or home garage that handles large truck and SUV wheels. Smaller wheels are cheaper to do on a standard size changer.
Amazon $3,099$3,099
The Atlas TC289 Tire Changer is the better tire changer overall, rated 3.7 to 3.4. The Atlas TC289 Tire Changer leads on tire size or wheel weight and rim size. The Atlas TC229 Tire Changer wins on price. The Atlas TC229 Tire Changer costs $600 less ($2,499 vs $3,099).
Atlas TC229 Tire Changer
#8 in Tire changerFull review
For a home shop that wants a name brand changer with a bead blaster. Import models give more features for less money.
Amazon $2,499$2,499
Prices were last checked November 3, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Atlas TC289 Tire Changer for tire size or wheel weight (tires up to 47.5 in vs tires up to 39 in) and rim size (clamps rims up to 29.9 in vs clamps rims up to 24 in).
- Choose the Atlas TC229 Tire Changer for price ($2,499 vs $3,099).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every tire changer tire changer; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Atlas TC289 Tire Changer | Atlas TC229 Tire Changer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Price 25% | 11 $3,099 | 31 $2,499 |
| Rim size 20% | 100 clamps rims up to 29.9 in | 75 clamps rims up to 24 in |
| Tire size or wheel weight 15% | 100 tires up to 47.5 in | 50 tires up to 39 in |
| Features 25% | 35 bead blaster | 35 bead blaster |
| Warranty 15% | 100 1-year warranty | 100 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Atlas TC289 Tire Changer | Atlas TC229 Tire Changer | |
|---|---|---|
| Tire changer | ||
| Outside clamp | 11.9 to 28 in | 10 to 22 in |
| Inside clamp | 13.9 to 29.9 in | 12 to 24 in |
| Largest rim | 29.9 in | 24 in |
| Max tire diameter | 47.5 in | 39 in |
| Max tire width | 18.5 in | 17 in |
| Tower | Swing arm | Swing arm |
| Assist arms | None | None |
| Bead blaster | Yes | Yes |
| Bead breaker force | 5,512 lbf | 5,512 lbf |
| Motor | 1.5 hp | 1.5 hp |
| Voltage | 110 V | 110 V |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 529 lb | 505 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |