WEIZE PLA-1009-R Tire Changer
#5 in Tire changerFull review
For a home garage that wants two assist arms and a bead blaster without a name brand price.
Amazon $1,599$1,599
The WEIZE PLA-1009-R Tire Changer is the better tire changer overall, rated 3.7 to 2.8. The WEIZE PLA-1009-R Tire Changer leads on features, rim size and price. The Eastwood Swing Arm Tire Changer wins on tire size or wheel weight. The WEIZE PLA-1009-R Tire Changer costs $271.99 less ($1,599 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 WEIZE PLA-1009-R Tire Changer for features (two assist arms, bead blaster vs none of these), rim size (clamps rims up to 24 in vs clamps rims up to 21 in) and price ($1,599 vs $1,870.99).
- Choose the Eastwood Swing Arm Tire Changer for tire size or wheel weight (tires up to 45 in vs tires up to 40 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 | WEIZE PLA-1009-R Tire Changer | Eastwood Swing Arm Tire Changer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Price 25% | 73 $1,599 | 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% | 60 tires up to 40 in | 100 tires up to 45 in |
| Features 25% | 80 two assist arms, bead blaster | 0 none of these |
| Warranty 15% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| WEIZE PLA-1009-R Tire Changer | Eastwood Swing Arm Tire Changer | |
|---|---|---|
| Tire changer | ||
| Outside clamp | 10 to 22 in | 10 to 18 in |
| Inside clamp | 12 to 24 in | 12 to 21 in |
| Largest rim | 24 in | 21 in |
| Max tire diameter | 40 in | 45 in |
| Max tire width | 14 in | 16 in |
| Tower | - | Swing arm |
| Assist arms | 2 | - |
| Bead blaster | Yes | - |
| Bead breaker force | 5,952 lbf | - |
| Motor | 2 hp | - |
| Voltage | - | 120 V |