PORTER-CABLE Compressor, Oil-Free, UMC Pancake, 13-Piece Accessory Kit, 6-Gallon, 150 PSI (C2002-WK)

I can't speak to professionals but for myself, a homeowner with less demanding needs, this compressor is well suited. I needed something to top-off auto/bicycle tires and handle occasional trim nailing. Dusting off the work bench and other hard to clean items came to mind too (PC cases, keyboards, car interior, wood blinds, filters, etc.). Works great for all, although you're better off purchasing a higher quality hose and accessories. I bought the Hitachi 1/4" 100' hose so I can get most anywhere in the house from the garage (although it's small and light enough to move it around if you're sticking with the included 25' hose).As far as noise, it's not that bad at all. Louder than a vacuum, but quieter than a lawn mower. It's a low droning noise, unlike the high-pitched whine I got from my portable tire inflator (which was much louder than this compressor). Takes a bit under 3 minutes to fill completely from empty, then under a minute to refill once it drops below 120psi.Never owning a compressor before I didn't realize you need to empty it after each use. No big deal - I just use the remaining air to dust the car dash - it's great for cleaning out all those cracks and crevices (just don't blast any speaker cones).Note I was planning on getting the DeWalt D55140 since it's smaller, lighter and very quiet. I know someone who has one so I was able to try it. Seems slightly better built too. If you just plan on doing trim nailing and tire filling I recommend it over this one. However for dusting the 1 gal capacity is limiting - you get about 30sec of 40psi air - the compressor kicks in but just can't keep up (you just have to stop and wait for it to refill). With the Porter-Cable I can get continuous 40-50psi with the compressor running. If this is not a need, the DeWalt may be a better choice.

This is a nice air compressor for small jobs around the house. Light weight so I can move it around easily. Does the small jobs like fill up car tires, small air tools, etc. Can bring it with me anywhere because it's small. Not for use in a heavy construction environment but a nice air compressor to have in your garage or workshop that doesn't take up a significant amount of space. It gets the job done and is at a reasonable price point. Comes with the hose and all the accessories you'll need to get started.

I clean 2-3 firearms a day and was spending a fortune in "canned air", which didn't work all that well to begin with. Used an interactive tool based upon your stated needs which said I needed a minimum 9-12 gallon capacity. Took a chance on this (6 gallon) since I wanted the lighter weight. I LOVE it! Yes, it does kick on after only 2-3 blow dry applications. But it is only on for thirty seconds or less and only takes a couple of minutes to fully "charge" when starting your daily use. It is no louder than your vacuum cleaner when "charging" and can't be too bad since my dog walks up to it when it is compressing air. I only cared about the blow gun; it isn't the sturdiest but works well and the threads came with Teflon tape pre-applied. Nothing leaks; I've left it alone for four hours or more and the gauges have stayed steady. Did read the downloaded manual, forgot about the break in, read the included instructions which didn't include the break in, and then found out it is no longer required. Big sigh of relief. For my use I love this. For any heavier application I would buy this brand but get a bigger tank.

I have given this some light home and work use, and it works flawlessly. The provided accessories are very cheap, especially the pressure gauge. Considering the apparent high build quality of the compressor, the cheapness is glaring. The exception is the hose, which is long enough to reach all four tires on my Suburban without moving the compressor, and is nice and flexible.Update February 12, 2021: Still going strong, with a few issues noted below. I've replaced about 100' of cedar privacy fence, with it, and used for some painting. Only complaint is that it's loud.The issues:1. The tank leaks slowly, even regulated down to 0 PSI. If it's been more than a day since the last use, the tank will be nearly empty and have to be plugged in again.2. The rubber hose connection between the air pump head on top and the tank below, tore just above where the hose is crimped to the tank. There was enough slack in the hose to cut back to a good section and put it back on with a worm gear hose clamp.3. Actually the hose is flexible only when it's warm. 32 deg F this morning, need to pump up my car tires, and while moving the air chuck into position the plastic part of hose broke about a foot away from the end. The fabric reinforcement held, so i was able to duct tape the leak temporarily.

I love this air compressor. I upgraded from a very small Craftsman 1.5 Gallon oil-free air compressor that I used for trim carpentry, and recently started using for car detailing to blow-out water hiding in cracks and crevices. The smaller compressor's capacity was too small, and the motor would run constantly, deafening me in the process. In addition, the curly-Q style air hose was a pain in the butt and would get tangled. This Porter Cable 6-Gallon air compressor is much nicer and allows me to work longer without hearing the motor constantly running. The included air hose is straight, not curly, and is very supple, easy to work with, and doesn't tangle. The include air gun adapter is also very nice and doesn't leak or un-thread itself like my last one. The size is just right and its not too heavy to move around when you need to.As for the noise. Why do people even ask about this? ALL air compressors are loud!! Especially if you're working in a room or on flat surfaces where the sound is amplified. If you're outside and standing 4' away from this, its bearable. Any other scenario, I'd highly recommend hearing protection. Check out ClearArmor 141001 Shooter's hearing protection headset as it does an amazing job.