XK 950 and 690 Combo
For a home garage that wants a bead blaster and a capable balancer at a low kit price. Confirm the clamp range before buying.
Amazon $1,698$1,698
The XK 950 and 690 Combo is the better tire changer overall, rated 3.2 to 3.1. The XK 950 and 690 Combo leads on features and tire size or wheel weight. The Bilt Hard PLA-1010BH Changer and Balancer costs $48.01 less ($1,649.99 vs $1,698).
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 XK 950 and 690 Combo for features (bead blaster vs none of these) and tire size or wheel weight (tires up to 41 in vs tires up to 39.4 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 950 and 690 Combo | Bilt Hard PLA-1010BH Changer and Balancer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Price 25% | 89 $1,698 | 91 $1,649.99 |
| Rim size 20% | 50 clamp range not published (neutral score used) | 75 clamps rims up to 24 in |
| Tire size or wheel weight 15% | 70 tires up to 41 in | 54 tires up to 39.4 in |
| Features 25% | 25 bead blaster | 0 none of these |
| Warranty 15% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| XK 950 and 690 Combo | Bilt Hard PLA-1010BH Changer and Balancer | |
|---|---|---|
| Tire changer | ||
| Largest rim | - | 24 in |
| Max tire diameter | 41 in | 39.4 in |
| Max tire width | 14 in | - |
| Tower | - | Swing arm |
| Bead blaster | Yes | - |
| Bead breaker force | 5,600 lbf | - |
| Motor | - | 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 |