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 3.6. The WEIZE PLA-1009-R Tire Changer leads on tire size or wheel weight. The KATOOL ME-T500 Tire Changer wins on price. The KATOOL ME-T500 Tire Changer costs $551 less ($1,048 vs $1,599).
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
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 tire size or wheel weight (tires up to 40 in vs tires up to 39 in).
- Choose the KATOOL ME-T500 Tire Changer for price ($1,048 vs $1,599).
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 | KATOOL ME-T500 Tire Changer |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Price 25% | 73 $1,599 | 100 $1,048 |
| Rim size 20% | 75 clamps rims up to 24 in | 75 clamps rims up to 24 in |
| Tire size or wheel weight 15% | 60 tires up to 40 in | 50 tires up to 39 in |
| Features 25% | 80 two assist arms, bead blaster | 50 features not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| WEIZE PLA-1009-R Tire Changer | KATOOL ME-T500 Tire Changer | |
|---|---|---|
| Tire changer | ||
| Outside clamp | 10 to 22 in | 12 to 22 in |
| Inside clamp | 12 to 24 in | 14 to 24 in |
| Largest rim | 24 in | 24 in |
| Max tire diameter | 40 in | 39 in |
| Max tire width | 14 in | - |
| Assist arms | 2 | - |
| Bead blaster | Yes | - |
| Bead breaker force | 5,952 lbf | - |
| Motor | 2 hp | 1.5 hp |
| Voltage | - | 120 V |