Slime 40047 Rugged Digital
#5 in 12 V plug-inFull review
For car owners who want a cheap set-and-forget pump for topping up tires. Larger tires need a faster compressor.
Amazon $35.98$35.98
The Slime 40047 Rugged Digital rates 3.1 among 12 V plug-in tire inflators; the NOCO Air AL5 rates 3.0 among cordless ones. The Slime 40047 Rugged Digital costs $33.97 less ($35.98 vs $69.95).
NOCO Air AL5
#22 in CordlessFull review
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 $69.95$69.95
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different type classes (12 V plug-in and cordless), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own type peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Slime 40047 Rugged Digital | NOCO Air AL5 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.1/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 35% | 73 $35.98 | 73 $69.95 |
| Airflow 30% | 17 26.9 L/min (maker) | 7 17 L/min (maker) |
| Features 20% | 70 auto shutoff | 81 auto shutoff, runs 20 min at a time, 130 PSI max |
| Warranty 15% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Slime 40047 Rugged Digital | NOCO Air AL5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Inflating | ||
| Max pressure | - | 130 PSI |
| Airflow (maker) | 26.9 L/min | 17 L/min |
| Auto shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Duty cycle | - | 20 min on |
| Power | ||
| Power | 12 V socket | Built-in battery |
| USB-C charging | - | 30 W |
| Power bank | No | Yes |
| Power cord | 10 ft | - |
| Build | ||
| Air hose | 24 in | 10 in |
| Light | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions | - | 8.0 x 2.16 x 4.33 in |
| Weight | - | 1.8 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
| Released | 2022-06 | 2025-09 |