For M12 owners who want a compact cordless inflator for car tires and top-ups. M18 owners or anyone with truck tires should look at the faster 2848-20.
Amazon $112The Milwaukee M12 Inflator 2475-20 is the better tire inflator overall, rated 3.5 to 3.0. The Milwaukee M12 Inflator 2475-20 leads on warranty and airflow. The NOCO Air AL5 wins on value. The NOCO Air AL5 costs $42.05 less ($69.95 vs $112).
For drivers who want a small, well-known brand cordless inflator for top-ups on cars, bikes and balls. Too slow for truck tires.
Amazon $69.95Prices 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?
- Choose the Milwaukee M12 Inflator 2475-20 for warranty (3-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and airflow (24.9 L/min (maker) vs 17 L/min (maker)).
- Choose the NOCO Air AL5 for value ($69.95 vs $112 without battery).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every cordless tire inflator; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Milwaukee M12 Inflator 2475-20 | NOCO Air AL5 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 35% | 45 $112 without battery | 73 $69.95 |
| Airflow 30% | 33 24.9 L/min (maker) | 7 17 L/min (maker) |
| Features 20% | 75 auto shutoff, 120 PSI max | 81 auto shutoff, runs 20 min at a time, 130 PSI max |
| Warranty 15% | 100 3-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Milwaukee M12 Inflator 2475-20 | NOCO Air AL5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Inflating | ||
| Max pressure | 120 PSI | 130 PSI |
| Airflow (maker) | 24.9 L/min | 17 L/min |
| Auto shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Duty cycle | 50% | 20 min on |
| Power | ||
| Power | Milwaukee M12 battery (sold separately) | Built-in battery |
| USB-C charging | - | 30 W |
| Power bank | - | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Air hose | 26 in | 10 in |
| Light | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | 7.5 x 6.5 x 6.5 in | 8.0 x 2.16 x 4.33 in |
| Weight | 3.5 lb | 1.8 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year |
| Released | 2018-05 | 2025-09 |
