California Air Tools 20020 vs Ingersoll Rand Garage Mate P1.5IU-A9

Last updated: October 31, 2026

The California Air Tools 20020 is the better air compressor overall, rated 2.7 to 2.4. The California Air Tools 20020 leads on value and noise. The California Air Tools 20020 costs $353.99 less ($496 vs $849.99).

California Air Tools 20020 vs Ingersoll Rand Garage Mate P1.5IU-A9

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?

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every stationary air compressor; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightCalifornia Air Tools 20020Ingersoll Rand Garage Mate P1.5IU-A9
Overall rating2.7/52.4/5
Value 30%63 $93.58 per CFM at 90 PSI ($496, 5.3 CFM)17 $163.46 per CFM at 90 PSI ($849.99, 5.2 CFM)
Airflow 25%21 5.3 CFM at 90 PSI20 5.2 CFM at 90 PSI
Tank 10%20 20 gal tank20 20 gal tank
Noise 15%60 70 dB(A)20 80 dB(A)
Warranty 20%0 1-year warranty50 warranty not published (neutral score used)

Specifications

California Air Tools 20020Ingersoll Rand Garage Mate P1.5IU-A9
Air
Airflow at 90 PSI5.3 CFM5.2 CFM
Airflow at 40 PSI6.4 CFM-
Max pressure125 PSI135 PSI
Tank20 gal20 gal
Duty cycle70%100%
Pump and motor
PowerCorded electricCorded electric
Motor2 hp, 120 V2 hp, 120 V
Running amps14 A-
Stages11
Oil-free pumpYesNo
Build
StyleVerticalVertical
Noise70 dB(A)80 dB(A)
Weight114 lb200 lb
Warranty1 year-

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