Metabo HPT EC914S The Tank
#1 in PortableFull review
The pick for framers and roofers who want twin stack airflow in a pancake they can carry with one hand.
Amazon $219.83$219.83
The Metabo HPT EC914S The Tank is the better air compressor overall, rated 3.9 to 3.3. The Metabo HPT EC914S The Tank leads on airflow, value and noise. The Bostitch BTFP02012 costs $40.83 less ($179 vs $219.83).
Bostitch BTFP02012
#8 in PortableFull review
A low cost pancake for trim, baseboard and tire work. Pick it on price if noise is not an issue.
Amazon $219.99 The Power Tool Store $179$179
Prices were last checked October 31, 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 Metabo HPT EC914S The Tank for airflow (4 CFM at 90 PSI vs 2.6 CFM at 90 PSI), value ($54.96 per CFM at 90 PSI ($219.83, 4 CFM) vs $68.85 per CFM at 90 PSI ($179, 2.6 CFM)) and noise (76 dB(A) vs 78.5 dB(A)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every portable air compressor; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Metabo HPT EC914S The Tank | Bostitch BTFP02012 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 94 $54.96 per CFM at 90 PSI ($219.83, 4 CFM) | 80 $68.85 per CFM at 90 PSI ($179, 2.6 CFM) |
| Airflow 25% | 100 4 CFM at 90 PSI | 53 2.6 CFM at 90 PSI |
| Tank 10% | 100 6 gal tank | 100 6 gal tank |
| Noise 15% | 36 76 dB(A) | 26 78.5 dB(A) |
| Warranty 20% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Metabo HPT EC914S The Tank | Bostitch BTFP02012 | |
|---|---|---|
| Air | ||
| Airflow at 90 PSI | 4 CFM | 2.6 CFM |
| Airflow at 40 PSI | 5.1 CFM | - |
| Max pressure | 200 PSI | 150 PSI |
| Tank | 6 gal | 6 gal |
| Pump and motor | ||
| Power | Corded electric | Corded electric |
| Motor | 1.3 hp, 120 V | - |
| Running amps | 13.5 A | - |
| Oil-free pump | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Style | Pancake | Pancake |
| Noise | 76 dB(A) | 78.5 dB(A) |
| Weight | 42 lb | 29 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |