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Pro Tool Reviews publishes reviews of pneumatic tools or air tools from most major manufacturers. Our air tool reviews includes best framing nailers, staplers, and brad nailers. Pneumatic tool reviews of roofing & siding nailers as well as best air compressors also fill this section. While recent excitement surrounds the use of cordless nailers and battery-powered products, pneumatic nailers and air tools still dominate. These tools occupy a wider place in framing and construction. On the jobsite you’ve got to get your work completed on time and on (or under) budget. That means you need the most efficient method for framing and finishing. That involves the speed and agility offered by pneumatic air tools. Cordless nailers knock out punch lists quickly, but nothing currently matches the economics (and ergonomics) of an air powered nailer. That goes for framing as well as finishing applications. When you search through these reviews, pay attention to the ratings so you understand how we rated each tool and how well it did in our testing categories.

May 5, 2020 0

Arrow PT18G Pneumatic Brad Nailer

by Chris Boll

Arrow PT18G Takes Care of Your Light Work For small trim and interior molding work, the Arrow Pneumatic Brad Nailer […]

December 20, 2019 0

Skil 12V Inflator Review IF5943-00

by Kenny Koehler

Skil 12V Inflator Takes the Guesswork Out of Tire Inflation The Skil 12V inflator is a relatively recent addition to […]

Craftsman 6-gallon air compressor CMEC6150

November 8, 2019 0

Craftsman CMEC6150 6-Gallon Air Compressor Review

by Tim Mitchell

The excellent Craftsman 6-gallon air compressor is part of the company’s hard-to-miss refreshed and expanded lineup. We use it to […]

October 29, 2019 0

Metabo HPT 3-1/2 Inch Coil Nailer Review – NV90AG(S)

by Kent Peardon

The Metabo HPT 3-1/2 inch Coil Nailer is the former, reliable-as-the-day-is-long Hitachi NV90AG(S) with a redesigned head guard. It’s technically […]

October 15, 2019 0

Metabo HPT N3804A5 18ga Narrow Crown Stapler Review

by Luis and Rita

The Metabo HPT 18ga Narrow Crown Stapler (N3804A5) is technically a new tool but it’s backed up by the fine […]

September 20, 2019 0

Everwin Joist Hanger Nailer

by Luis and Rita

The light and compact Everwin Joist Hanger Nailer fits in tighter spaces than its competitors and improves upon manual metal […]

June 7, 2019 0

Stealth 20-Gallon Compressor Review

by Kenny Koehler

When you don’t see a brand name you recognize, there’s some hesitation about pulling the trigger. Realistically, many well-known brands […]

June 5, 2019 0

DeWalt DWFP2350K 23-gauge Pin Nailer Review

by Kent Peardon

The DeWalt DWFP2350K 23-gauge pin nailer is an exceptionally well-designed pinner that easily installs finer workpieces while eliminating the need […]