Campbell Hausfeld VT6271 vs DeWalt DXCM251

Last updated: October 31, 2026

The Campbell Hausfeld VT6271 is the better air compressor overall, rated 3.0 to 2.4. The Campbell Hausfeld VT6271 leads on airflow, value and tank. The DeWalt DXCM251 wins on noise. The DeWalt DXCM251 costs $117.28 less ($822.71 vs $939.99).

Campbell Hausfeld VT6271 vs DeWalt DXCM251

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 weightCampbell Hausfeld VT6271DeWalt DXCM251
Overall rating3.0/52.4/5
Value 30%64 $92.16 per CFM at 90 PSI ($939.99, 10.2 CFM)34 $132.70 per CFM at 90 PSI ($822.71, 6.2 CFM)
Airflow 25%79 10.2 CFM at 90 PSI32 6.2 CFM at 90 PSI
Tank 10%40 30 gal tank30 25 gal tank
Noise 15%0 87 dB(A)28 78 dB(A)
Warranty 20%0 1-year warranty0 1-year warranty

Specifications

Campbell Hausfeld VT6271DeWalt DXCM251
Air
Airflow at 90 PSI10.2 CFM6.2 CFM
Airflow at 40 PSI11.5 CFM-
Max pressure135 PSI200 PSI
Tank30 gal25 gal
Pump and motor
PowerCorded electricCorded electric
Motor3.7 hp, 240 V2 hp, 120 V
Running amps15.7 A15 A
Stages11
Oil-free pumpNoNo
Build
StyleHorizontalVertical
Noise87 dB(A)78 dB(A)
Weight164 lb155 lb
Warranty1 year1 year

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