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 2.8. The Atlas TC289 Tire Changer leads on rim size and features. The Eastwood Swing Arm Tire Changer wins on price. The Eastwood Swing Arm Tire Changer costs $1,228.01 less ($1,870.99 vs $3,099).
Eastwood Swing Arm Tire Changer
#11 in Tire changerFull review
For a hobbyist with older cars on 15 to 20 in wheels who wants to buy from a familiar US supplier.
Amazon $1,870.99$1,870.99
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 rim size (clamps rims up to 29.9 in vs clamps rims up to 21 in) and features (bead blaster vs none of these).
- Choose the Eastwood Swing Arm Tire Changer for price ($1,870.99 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 | Eastwood Swing Arm Tire Changer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Price 25% | 11 $3,099 | 59 $1,870.99 |
| Rim size 20% | 100 clamps rims up to 29.9 in | 38 clamps rims up to 21 in |
| Tire size or wheel weight 15% | 100 tires up to 47.5 in | 100 tires up to 45 in |
| Features 25% | 35 bead blaster | 0 none of these |
| Warranty 15% | 100 1-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Atlas TC289 Tire Changer | Eastwood Swing Arm Tire Changer | |
|---|---|---|
| Tire changer | ||
| Outside clamp | 11.9 to 28 in | 10 to 18 in |
| Inside clamp | 13.9 to 29.9 in | 12 to 21 in |
| Largest rim | 29.9 in | 21 in |
| Max tire diameter | 47.5 in | 45 in |
| Max tire width | 18.5 in | 16 in |
| Tower | Swing arm | Swing arm |
| Assist arms | None | - |
| Bead blaster | Yes | - |
| Bead breaker force | 5,512 lbf | - |
| Motor | 1.5 hp | - |
| Voltage | 110 V | 120 V |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 529 lb | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | - |