California Air Tools 8010A
#9 in PortableFull review
A quiet, rust proof garage compressor for nailing, inflating and occasional painting where a big tank matters more than airflow.
Amazon $249.99$249.99
The California Air Tools 8010A rates 3.2 among portable air compressors; the Craftsman CMXECXA0331042 10 Gal rates 2.8 among stationary ones. The California Air Tools 8010A costs $78 less ($249.99 vs $327.99).
Craftsman CMXECXA0331042 10 Gal
#13 in StationaryFull review
A budget 10 gallon compressor for nailing and tire filling around the house.
Amazon $327.99$327.99
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different size classes (portable and stationary), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own size peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | California Air Tools 8010A | Craftsman CMXECXA0331042 10 Gal |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 48 $113.63 per CFM at 90 PSI ($249.99, 2.2 CFM) | 74 $82 per CFM at 90 PSI ($327.99, 4 CFM) |
| Airflow 25% | 40 2.2 CFM at 90 PSI | 6 4 CFM at 90 PSI |
| Tank 10% | 100 8 gal tank | 0 10 gal tank |
| Noise 15% | 100 60 dB(A) | 50 noise level not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 20% | 0 1-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| California Air Tools 8010A | Craftsman CMXECXA0331042 10 Gal | |
|---|---|---|
| Air | ||
| Airflow at 90 PSI | 2.2 CFM | 4 CFM |
| Airflow at 40 PSI | 3.1 CFM | 5 CFM |
| Max pressure | 120 PSI | 150 PSI |
| Tank | 8 gal | 10 gal |
| Duty cycle | 70 % | - |
| Pump and motor | ||
| Power | Corded electric | Corded electric |
| Motor | 1 hp, 120 V | 1.8 hp, 120 V |
| Running amps | 8.5 A | - |
| Oil-free pump | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Style | Hotdog | Vertical |
| Noise | 60 dB(A) | - |
| Weight | 37.2 lb | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years |