Milwaukee M18 Portable Tire Inflator 2848-20
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Milwaukee M18 Portable Tire Inflator 2848-20

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Ranked #4 in Tire Inflators
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Its integration with the popular Milwaukee tool system, combined with reports of strong performance, makes it a solid choice for existing users.

Consolidated from 77 cited sources across 56 outlets

Where the cited sources landed, as we read them

  • 63 positive sources
  • 12 neutral sources
  • 1 unconvinced source
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Pros & cons

  • Integrates seamlessly with the Milwaukee ecosystem
  • Strong performance reported by users
  • High CFM
  • Rugged construction
  • 5-year warranty
  • Premium price tag

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63 positive sources

B Bob Vila Tom Scalisi · reviewer
If an upgraded tire inflator is in the cards, be sure to consider the Milwaukee M18 18V cordless tire inflator. This model uses the brand’s M18 18V batteries, so Milwaukee power tool users can rely on their supply of rechargeable batteries to inflate their tires. It has a large digital gauge that users can set to their desired pressure, allowing the tire inflator to do the rest of the work.
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W WorkshopAddict WorkshopAddict · 242K subscribers · Apr 2022
We were more than impressed by the Milwaukee Tool M18 Inflator. Blown away might be a good phrase to describe it. We prove its performance right off the bat by putting it up next to the M12 inflator on a small task of airing up smaller trailer tires 6 psi.
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B Barely Made It Offroad Gazziza29 · owner · Jun 2024
I didn’t think this thing could replace an ARB or Viair for off-road use but I used it a few times and it’s fantastic. I have 34” tires and using an M18 Forge 8.0 battery filling the tires back up from 15 to 35psi was quick and only knocked off one bar. Honestly I think if you bring two M18 Forge batteries you could air up at four tires at least 8-10 times. Certainly enough for a trip.
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S Shop Tool Reviews Shop Tool Reviews · 209K subscribers · Oct 2024
With this Milwaukee 2848 M18 Inflator, you minimize the need for small air compressors. The M18 Inflator pumps out up to 150 PSI and will fill a full size light truck or SUV tire in just over 3 minutes, from 0 psi to 40 psi. You get 4 memory presets and it has Auto Fill technology that ensures the tire has the correct amount of pressure.
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S Shaners Mechanic Life mudpuddle8805 · owner · May 2022
I have an M18 inflator which I leave in my truck. It's perfect for walking around my truck or trailer and topping off air when needed as well as making quick and easy pressure adjustments to airbag hitches and helper springs. The battery lasts seemingly forever and with a LockNFlate air chuck, I can set the pressure and quickly attach and detach the air chuck. Exactly what I wanted.
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L Last Best Tool Last Best Tool · 93.7K subscribers · Aug 2023
Milwaukee M18 Inflator: Even more of a good thing!
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R RubieMdee Reviews RubieMdee Reviews · channel
The Milwaukee M18 can top off a 33-inch light truck tire in under one minute, making it an excellent choice for professionals, DIY enthusiasts, and anyone who wants fast, reliable tire inflation. Built for the Milwaukee M18 battery platform, it combines speed, convenience, and portability in one compact tool.
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T The Tool Nut The Tool Nut · 64.1K subscribers · May 2022
The MILWAUKEE M18 Inflator delivers fast, accurate, easy inflation with the portability to take anywhere. Optimized for passenger, light truck, and other medium-duty tires. Rated to deliver max 150PSI, the high-efficiency motor tops-off 33 light truck tires in under 1 minute.
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V Vermont Tool Company Vermont Tool Company · channel
The Milwaukee M18 Inflator delivers fast, accurate, easy inflation with the portability to take anywhere. Optimized for Passenger, Light Truck, and Other Medium Duty tires. Rated to deliver maximum 150 PSI, the high efficiency motor tops-off 33 in. Light Truck tires in under 1-minute.
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M Mountaineer Outdoors Mountaineer Outdoors · 56K subscribers · Jul 2025
This compact and powerful air compressor is a game-changer for tires, sports equipment, and more. See it in action!
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V Vermont Tool Company Vermont Tool Company · channel
The Milwaukee M18 Inflator delivers fast, accurate, easy inflation with the portability to take anywhere. Optimized for Passenger, Light Truck, and Other Medium Duty tires. Rated to deliver maximum 150 PSI, the high efficiency motor tops-off 33 in. Light Truck tires in under 1-minute.
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P Project Pine Hills Project Pine Hills · 30.2K subscribers · Feb 2026
If you own a Milwaukee inflator, this simple upgrade will make it even better.
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U Ultimate Tool Reviews clinteastwood8222 · owner · Dec 2022
I feel Milwaukee have concentrated all their R&D into an awesome inflator I’ve just ordered mine😊 (Ps side note I’ve also ordered a super charger m12-18sc. With redlink intelligence. In Simple terms it communicates with the battery to insure all the cells are equally charged.
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P Project Pine Hills Project Pine Hills · 30.2K subscribers · Apr 2022
The Milwaukee M18 Inflator delivers fast, accurate, easy inflation with the portability to take anywhere. Optimized for passenger, light truck, and other medium-duty tires. Rated to deliver max 150 PSI.
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M MrSubaru1387 MrRobroy7 · owner · Aug 2022
The M18 battery is actually 18 volts, and the 12.0 on the side of that battery represents 12 Amp hours. That means it is capable of running something that pulls 12 amps for an hour. Excellent video, and yes as many people have said in the comments, this thing is a beast!
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L Lawn Care Business Success Lawn Care Business Success · 17.1K subscribers · Jul 2024
This new Milwaukee M18 Inflator is the fastest portable battery powered tire inflator available, and capable of inflating large light duty truck and equipment tires up to 150 psi.
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T Tiktok Article
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T TradeTools TradeTools · 9.6K subscribers · Jun 2022
Make inflating easy, fast, and efficient with the new Milwaukee M18 Inflator. This model is rated for a 150 PSI maximum capacity and the ability to top off 33-in truck tires in under a minute.
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M My Grand RV - Grand Design RV Forum an RV LIFE Community Papahoosh · reviewer
Had I bought one a year later, I would have bought the M18 model, which had just been introduced at that time. Not long ago, Homey Depot had a deal on the M18 and two batteries. I considered buying one for a spare, but never did so.
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P PSBE Adventures PSBE Adventures · 8.7K subscribers · Feb 2026
Alright guys, a quick review of the awesome Milwaukee M18 Inflator 2848-20
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S Shaners Mechanic Life stevenrice47 · owner · Aug 2022
I bought the M18 compressor based on your video on it. It's awesome and very quiet. The inflator is nice for two reasons: compact size and auto psi setting. Two things that just isn't possible with the compressor.
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P Phillip Bridges Phillip Bridges · 8.6K subscribers · Jun 2022
It's here! The Amazing Milwaukee's M18 Inflator.
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B Bruce's Garage improvedgarage · owner · Feb 2026
Performance wise the M18 is insane. There is a company that makes a quick connect Chuck that you can add to it. I've considered adding it myself. Thanks for this Bruce project farm has nothing on you.
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C COLE EADES COLE EADES · 7.4K subscribers · Aug 2023
The Milwaukee M18 Inflator is my go to choice after trying other options.
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C Chevy Colorado & GMC Canyon Article
Want a portable air compressor that works great, needs no attachment to your battery and is easy to use? Get a Milwaukee M18 Inflator 2848-20, especially if you already have other Milwaukee M18 tools.
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D Dave’s Shop Dave’s Shop · 7.3K subscribers · Mar 2026
The Milwaukee M18 Inflator delivers quick, accurate, easy inflation with the portability to take anywhere. Optimized for Passenger, Light Truck, and Other Medium Duty tires. Rated to provide a max of 150PSI, the high-efficiency motor tops off 33 in. Light Truck tires in under 1 minute.
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G Genuine Tools Eugene Kavner · reviewer
The Milwaukee® M18 inflator offers higher performance with 150 PSI capacity, faster inflation speeds, and programmable PSI memory, built for professionals and larger vehicle needs.
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D Dave’s Shop Dave’s Shop · 7.3K subscribers · Oct 2024
The Milwaukee M18 Inflator delivers quick, accurate, easy inflation with the portability to take anywhere. Optimized for Passenger, Light Truck, and Other Medium Duty tires. Rated to provide a max of 150PSI, the high-efficiency motor tops off 33 in. Light Truck tires in under 1 minute.
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T TikTok Article
Finally got my hands👏🏽 one of @Milwaukee Tool’s best tools🙌🏽 #Milwaukee #MilwaukeeTools #NewTool #RaymesHomeImprovement #TikTok Unboxing and Testing the Milwaukee M18 Inflator.
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B Bruce's Garage Bruce's Garage · 5.9K subscribers · Feb 2026
I tested 17 popular Amazon tire inflators side-by-side — and compared them to my trusted Milwaukee M18 Inflator to see how they really stack up. We’re talking real numbers, real testing, and no fluff.
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E Evan Williams CorsoandMastiffadventures · owner · Nov 2022
I got an m12 BEFORE the M18 came out. It's still a handy tool but the m18 is just so much better. As long as you have space for it, get the M18.
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B Barely Made It Offroad Barely Made It Offroad · 4.5K subscribers · Jun 2024
The Milwaukee M18 air compressor is the perfect small and portable overland tire inflator/air compressor to bring along on any offroad journey!
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J John Builds It John Hopson · reviewer
However, I think this is the first tool overview I’ve written where I think anyone, literally anyone, could use and benefit from having it.
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W Wizard Review Wizard Review · 3.3K subscribers · Aug 2024
Highly recommended for its performance, usability, and durability!
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T TeamDIYNow atlantaacman4750 · owner · Dec 2023
There is no comparison, ive had 2 -12v and i just got the m18 and wow what a difference! Just get the m18 trust me.
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T Tesla Tech Tesla Tech · 1.9K subscribers · Oct 2023
🚗💨 This inflator is not only swift but highly reliable, making it a must-have for Tesla owners. Check out the full review along with current market pricing and availability in our latest video. Your Tesla deserves the best, and this inflator is it!
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R r/MilwaukeeTool u/xj98jeep · owner
Got the M18 inflator on sale and it's amazing. Can set the psi and let it go. Quieter than my Ryobi as well.
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T TSP DIY TSP DIY · 1.9K subscribers · Sept 2025
The Milwaukee M18 Air Inflator is a near perfect tool to add to any garage.
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I Instagram Article
I’m absolutely loving the Milwaukee M18 Inflator around the farm. It’s a great edition to my collection.
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M MundeBuilt Reviews MundeBuilt Reviews · 1.6K subscribers · Jul 2025
The Milwaukee M18 Inflator 2848-20 is one of the fastest cordless tire inflators on the market.
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I Instagram Article
My Favorite Tool in the Milwaukee M18 Lineup is the M18 Tire Inflator! Check it out on the website!
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R RubieMdee Reviews RubieMdee Reviews · 1.5K subscribers · Jun 2026
The Milwaukee M18 Inflator 2848-20 is one of the fastest cordless tire inflators on the market.
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T Tool Croze Tool Croze · channel
The milwaukee m18 2848-20 inflator is my new favourite, it is powered by a m18 milwaukee battery.
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R RubieMdee Reviews RubieMdee Reviews · 1.5K subscribers · Jul 2026
Looking for the best cordless tire inflator?
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G go-toolz reviews™ eyang7 · owner · Dec 2022
Had the M12 and wasn't satisfied so I ordered the M18. Can't wait to get it. Thx for the review.
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D Dambmaster clipz Dambmaster clipz · 195 subscribers · Dec 2022
overall I'm really impressed
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J Joe the tool guy mozzberg590 · owner · Apr 2022
I'd grab the M18 version but the M12 does what I need it to do at a smaller footprint.
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H Highspeed Overlanding Highspeed Overlanding · 105 subscribers · Aug 2022
personally I think Milwaukee blew this out of the water! Happy Trails!
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P Project Farm troybabs · owner · Nov 2025
I bought the Milwaukee M18 3 years ago from your recommendation. it's still a champ.
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B Bridget Reviews Bridget Reviews · 50 subscribers · Jul 2026
This Milwaukee air compressor is a handy little tool to have and it's super easy and portable. So, relatively lightweight um and very simple to use. There's a power button to turn on. Once that screen comes on, you can adjust what your PSI is.
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H Highspeed Overlanding TheWinwin4all · owner · Aug 2022
This thing is the fastest inflator I can think of. Built great and worth its cost.
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J Jason Minor Jason Minor · 46 subscribers · Feb 2026
The Milwaukee M18 Inflator (2848-20) is a cordless high-performance inflator designed for car tires, truck tires, and equipment. Built for jobsite durability, it features automatic pressure shut-off, digital PSI display, and fast inflation powered by the M18 battery platform.
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L LockNLube puddleduckist · owner · Dec 2022
I just bought the m18 pump and the lock n flator and adapter. What a great set up!
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A Auto Logic Auto Logic · 14 subscribers · Jul 2026
So, this thing is super easy to use. So, I'm on my wife's PT Cruiser. You can tell the tire's a little low poochie. So, all you do is turn it on. I have memories set. So, right now, memory one is 38, which is the pounds I put in my Jetta. This car suggests 35. So, you just hit the plus or minus to set your target. Then, you screw the hose into the tire. Left-handed while filming is challenged.
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W WorkshopAddict jeffh7021 · owner · Apr 2022
I recommend the m18 inflator to anyone looking for their next inflation tool.
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M MrSubaru1387 Article
The Milwaukee Tool M18 inflator made better with thr Locknflate chuck!
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R Rich Tyson ThePorgie · owner · Aug 2023
At that pressure with a tire with that much volume, that's impressive.
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O Obsessed Garage HazeyAuto · owner · Apr 2022
Can't wait for the review of the new M18 Random Orbital Polishers.
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T Tools Tested zeroelus · owner · Aug 2022
I've owned the M18 inflator for a few months now, it's been great.
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S Shaners Mechanic Life rickdavid1795 · owner · Sept 2022
Great review, I bought the inflater.I wish it was corded though.
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P Project Pine Hills armandol1826 · owner · Apr 2022
I will be buying the m18 because I have like 10 batteries.
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L Last Best Tool YouTube review · Aug 2023
Milwaukee M18 Inflator: Even more of a good thing!
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O Outdoor Life Drew Conover · reviewer
Best Overall: Milwaukee M18 Inflator 2848-20
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12 neutral sources

T TeamDIYNow atvrepairsandmore2482 · owner · Feb 2024
To me, the Milwaukee is built better and obviously faster but I think a big miss was not having a 12v power source. I didn’t know the dewalt had multiple power sources so I’m probably going to pick that up plus i already have dewalt batteries. I wish dewalt would update this pump because it’s very old in comparison to the Milwaukee. But the dual power source might be the difference between being a
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A Amazon Expert Amazon Expert · 2.2K subscribers · Feb 2026
If you're new to the system, the bare tool price might feel high since it doesn't include a battery or charger. That's one thing that catches people off guard, so it's worth noting. The interface is simple. You pick your pressure, lock in the hose, and hit start. The hose length is decent, but not amazing.
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P Project Pine Hills willb3018 · owner · Feb 2026
Love it, especially the memory function.Great for topping off tires without having to drag out comressor hose. I later adde the smaller M12. Keep in my car,. Takes little space. Worth having especially on trips. Use a LocknFlate on both no issues. Thought I might try the 711L but currently unavailable on Amazon.
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E Evan Williams Evan Williams · 202 subscribers · Nov 2022
The M18 is significantly faster in this comparison, although it does seem to underinflate by about .5PSI on my unit.
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V VCG Construction rp24hours · owner · Jun 2020
I have this compressor and you don't need to empty the air tank to change the pressure setting. All you need to do is reduce the pressure at the outlet. This can be done with a blowgun or a tool that requires a steady stream of air to work like an impact or air ratchet. Just trigger the tool.
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T Tools Tested TNAN007 · owner · Sept 2024
I had Milwakee one and that thing is huge and unnecessary. I don't see an application for it to be used daily. Unless your main job is to inflate tires that don't have access to an outlet all day. Tip: all these tools can be used with any 18v - 20v battery brands with the help of an adapter.
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C Car and Driver Collin Morgan · reviewer
But it's not ideal. The 2848-20 is a relatively large and heavy unit that's too big to carry around in your daily driver. The valve attachment is screw-on, which is fine for everyday inflating, but a (literal) pain for cold fingers to manipulate in extreme weather.
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S Shop Tool Reviews ahberlowkz852 · owner · Oct 2024
People are saying this thing isn't accurate. I truly dont think it matters. This isn't a tool for a shop. It's made to inflate your tires. If you need high accuracy to inflate tires, then obviously, you find anything to complain about.
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T The Adventures of Rogers & Henderson willng34 · owner · Jul 2025
This inflator wasn't designed for this any kind of offroad/hardcore use. I have used mine on 2 sets of 33s from 20-35 PSI, after airing both vehicles it still had 1 bar left.
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H Hansens Homestead charlesludwig9173 · owner · Aug 2022
Seems like a locking chuck is a needed for this unit unless a drop in air pressure upon unscrewing the hose is acceptable.
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A Addicted to Tools jasonm9264 · owner · Nov 2021
Be a lot cheaper than buying those 3 in the M18 cordless nail guns. Thanks for showing what it’s capable of!
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T Toolhead147 isuzuaxiom9576 · owner · Oct 2022
I am on the fence with this because of its size, heaviness and loudness.
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