DEWALT DCC018N 18V XR Inflator
Best for DEWALT battery owners
Typically £79–£109
Check Price on Amazon Paid linkMilwaukee M12BI-0 M12 Inflator
Best for Milwaukee M12 owners
Typically £89–£119
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| Feature | DEWALT DCC018N 18V XR Inflator | Milwaukee M12BI-0 M12 Inflator |
|---|---|---|
| Verdict | Buy | Buy |
| Typical price | £79–£109 | £89–£119 |
| Best for | DEWALT battery owners | Milwaukee M12 owners |
| Key feature | Cordless, 12V and AC power in one inflator | Compact cordless inflator with auto shutoff |
| Max pressure | 11 bar (160 psi) | 10 bar (150 psi) |
| Power | 18V or 12V car socket | M12 |
| Where to buy | Check Price Paid link | Check Price Paid link |
Main differences
Typical price
DEWALT DCC018N: £79–£109; Milwaukee M12BI-0 M12: £89–£119.
Best for
DEWALT DCC018N: DEWALT battery owners; Milwaukee M12BI-0 M12: milwaukee M12 owners.
Standout
DEWALT DCC018N: cordless, 12V and AC power in one inflator; Milwaukee M12BI-0 M12: compact cordless inflator with auto shutoff.
Max pressure
DEWALT DCC018N: 11 bar (160 psi); Milwaukee M12BI-0 M12: 10 bar (150 psi).
Power
DEWALT DCC018N: 18V or 12V car socket; Milwaukee M12BI-0 M12: M12.
Which should you choose?
Choose the DEWALT DCC018N 18V XR Inflator if you
- own DEWALT 20V batteries and want a fast, flexible inflator for cars, bikes and balls
- care most about runs on 20V battery, 12V car outlet or wall power
Choose the Milwaukee M12BI-0 M12 Inflator if you
- own Milwaukee M12 batteries and want a compact, tough inflator
- care most about compact and tough
Which specifications matter?
Focus on the differences above rather than headline numbers. For more options, see our list of the best tyre inflators in the uk.
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Ryobi R18MI-0 18V ONE+ Multi Inflator
Buy it if You own Ryobi ONE+ batteries and want a cheap inflator that also deflates mattresses.
- Verdict
- Buy
- Best for
- Value cordless
- Typical price
- £39–£59
Pros
- Low price
- High-pressure and high-volume modes
Cons
- Battery sold separately
AstroAI · Tyre Inflators
AstroAI Tyre Inflator Portable Air Compressor
Buy it if You want an inexpensive inflator that lives in the boot and runs from the car’s 12V outlet.
- Verdict
- Consider
- Best for
- Budget boot inflator
- Typical price
- £29–£39
Pros
- Very cheap
- No battery to charge
Cons
- Slow on large tyres
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, the DEWALT DCC018N or the Milwaukee M12BI-0 M12?
Choose the DEWALT DCC018N if you own DEWALT 20V batteries and want a fast, flexible inflator for cars, bikes and balls. Choose the Milwaukee M12BI-0 M12 if you own Milwaukee M12 batteries and want a compact, tough inflator.
Which is better value?
The DEWALT DCC018N typically costs £79–£109 and the Milwaukee M12BI-0 M12 typically costs £89–£119. The better value depends on which differences above matter to you.