KATOOL ME-T500 Tire Changer
#7 in Tire changerFull review
For a home garage on a tight budget that changes ordinary car tires. Low-profile and run-flat tires will be hard work without an assist arm.
Amazon $1,048$1,048
The KATOOL ME-T500 Tire Changer is the better tire changer overall, rated 3.6 to 2.8. The KATOOL ME-T500 Tire Changer leads on price and rim size. The Eastwood Swing Arm Tire Changer wins on tire size or wheel weight. The KATOOL ME-T500 Tire Changer costs $822.99 less ($1,048 vs $1,870.99).
Eastwood Swing Arm Tire Changer
#11 in Tire changerFull review
For a hobbyist with older cars on 15 to 20 in wheels who wants to buy from a familiar US supplier.
Amazon $1,870.99$1,870.99
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 KATOOL ME-T500 Tire Changer for price ($1,048 vs $1,870.99) and rim size (clamps rims up to 24 in vs clamps rims up to 21 in).
- Choose the Eastwood Swing Arm Tire Changer for tire size or wheel weight (tires up to 45 in vs tires up to 39 in).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every tire changer tire changer; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | KATOOL ME-T500 Tire Changer | Eastwood Swing Arm Tire Changer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Price 25% | 100 $1,048 | 59 $1,870.99 |
| Rim size 20% | 75 clamps rims up to 24 in | 38 clamps rims up to 21 in |
| Tire size or wheel weight 15% | 50 tires up to 39 in | 100 tires up to 45 in |
| Features 25% | 50 features not published (neutral score used) | 0 none of these |
| Warranty 15% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| KATOOL ME-T500 Tire Changer | Eastwood Swing Arm Tire Changer | |
|---|---|---|
| Tire changer | ||
| Outside clamp | 12 to 22 in | 10 to 18 in |
| Inside clamp | 14 to 24 in | 12 to 21 in |
| Largest rim | 24 in | 21 in |
| Max tire diameter | 39 in | 45 in |
| Max tire width | - | 16 in |
| Tower | - | Swing arm |
| Motor | 1.5 hp | - |
| Voltage | 120 V | 120 V |