XK 580 and 690 Combo
For a home garage with cars on 20 in wheels or smaller that wants both machines for the least money.
Amazon $1,559$1,559
The XK 580 and 690 Combo is the better tire changer overall, rated 3.6 to 3.1. The Bilt Hard PLA-1010BH Changer and Balancer wins on rim size and tire size or wheel weight. The XK 580 and 690 Combo costs $90.99 less ($1,559 vs $1,649.99).
Bilt Hard PLA-1010BH Changer and Balancer
For a home garage that wants both machines on household power for a modest price. Stiff low-profile tires will be hard work.
Amazon $1,649.99$1,649.99
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 Bilt Hard PLA-1010BH Changer and Balancer for rim size (clamps rims up to 24 in vs clamps rims up to 20 in) and tire size or wheel weight (tires up to 39.4 in vs tires up to 37 in).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every changer and balancer combo tire changer; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | XK 580 and 690 Combo | Bilt Hard PLA-1010BH Changer and Balancer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Price 25% | 96 $1,559 | 91 $1,649.99 |
| Rim size 20% | 25 clamps rims up to 20 in | 75 clamps rims up to 24 in |
| Tire size or wheel weight 15% | 30 tires up to 37 in | 54 tires up to 39.4 in |
| Features 25% | 50 features not published (neutral score used) | 0 none of these |
| Warranty 15% | 100 1.5-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| XK 580 and 690 Combo | Bilt Hard PLA-1010BH Changer and Balancer | |
|---|---|---|
| Tire changer | ||
| Outside clamp | 10 to 18 in | - |
| Inside clamp | 12 to 20 in | - |
| Largest rim | 20 in | 24 in |
| Max tire diameter | 37 in | 39.4 in |
| Max tire width | 12 in | - |
| Tower | - | Swing arm |
| Bead breaker force | 5,600 lbf | - |
| Motor | 2 hp | 2 hp |
| Voltage | 110 V | 110 V |
| Wheel balancer | ||
| Rim diameter | - | 10 to 28 in |
| Max rim width | - | 18 in |
| Max wheel weight | 155 lb | - |
| Max wheel diameter | 44 in | - |
| Accuracy | ±1 g | - |
| Cycle time | 9 s | - |
| Automatic measuring | - | No |
| ALU programs | 3 | 4 |
| Build | ||
| Warranty | 1.5 years | - |