Ingersoll Rand Garage Mate P1.5IU-A9 vs Rolair 8230HK30

Last updated: October 31, 2026

The Rolair 8230HK30 is the better air compressor overall, rated 3.0 to 2.4. The Rolair 8230HK30 leads on airflow and value. The Ingersoll Rand Garage Mate P1.5IU-A9 costs $1,901.01 less ($849.99 vs $2,751).

Ingersoll Rand Garage Mate P1.5IU-A9 vs Rolair 8230HK30

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 weightRolair 8230HK30Ingersoll Rand Garage Mate P1.5IU-A9
Overall rating3.0/52.4/5
Value 30%32 $136.87 per CFM at 90 PSI ($2,751, 20.1 CFM)17 $163.46 per CFM at 90 PSI ($849.99, 5.2 CFM)
Airflow 25%100 20.1 CFM at 90 PSI20 5.2 CFM at 90 PSI
Tank 10%20 20 gal tank20 20 gal tank
Noise 15%50 noise level not published (neutral score used)20 80 dB(A)
Warranty 20%0 1-year warranty50 warranty not published (neutral score used)

Specifications

Rolair 8230HK30Ingersoll Rand Garage Mate P1.5IU-A9
Air
Airflow at 90 PSI20.1 CFM5.2 CFM
Max pressure-135 PSI
Tank20 gal20 gal
Duty cycle-100%
Pump and motor
PowerGasCorded electric
Motor9 hp2 hp, 120 V
Stages11
Oil-free pumpNoNo
Build
StyleWheelbarrowVertical
Noise-80 dB(A)
Weight-200 lb
Warranty1 year-

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