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 rim size. The MechMaxx TC9661 Tire Changer wins on price and features. The MechMaxx TC9661 Tire Changer costs $1,200 less ($1,899 vs $3,099).
MechMaxx TC9661 Tire Changer
#9 in Tire changerFull review
For a home garage or small shop that wants one assist arm and a blaster from a US based seller.
Amazon $1,899$1,899
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 24 in).
- Choose the MechMaxx TC9661 Tire Changer for price ($1,899 vs $3,099) and features (one assist arm, bead blaster vs bead blaster).
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 | MechMaxx TC9661 Tire Changer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Price 25% | 11 $3,099 | 57 $1,899 |
| 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 largest tire not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 25% | 35 bead blaster | 65 one assist arm, bead blaster |
| Warranty 15% | 100 1-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Atlas TC289 Tire Changer | MechMaxx TC9661 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 | - |
| Max tire width | 18.5 in | - |
| Tower | Swing arm | Swing arm |
| Assist arms | None | 1 |
| Bead blaster | Yes | Yes |
| Bead breaker force | 5,512 lbf | - |
| Motor | 1.5 hp | 1.5 hp |
| Voltage | 110 V | 110 V |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 529 lb | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | - |