MAC210Q Quiet Series, 1 HP, 2 Gallon, Oil-Free, Electric Air Compressor

I've owned 3 air compressors in my life. My last one was an oilless 4 HP, 20-Gal Craftsman (circa 1994), it was so loud, I didn't dare use it with the garage door open because it would definitely disturb the neighborhood. I couldn't start it up in my garage even with the door shut until my family was up and about in the morning. This weekend I decided enough is enough, I did my research a purchased the quietest air compressor in my price range. I will be 65 years old in a few months and it takes a lot to impress me. You know my type, been there, done that, owned that, got the tee shirt for that. I must tell you folks, I am super impressed by this little compact compressor, quiet, light weight and powerful. It's actually quieter than my garage fridge. I brought my Decibel Meter home from work and held it approximately 2 feet away from it while it was running on my tool bench, it measured 57.7db. I ran my 1/4" die grinder for approximately 45 seconds at full speed with no issues. Next, I tried my air chisel, then my 3/8" ratchet. Same result, no issues, I have yet to run in bigger tools lie a 1/2" drive impact wrench. I have owned Makita tools over the years, and I have always found them to be high quality and reliable, I am pleased to see the still maintain their high standards for quality. I am very happy with my purchase thus far and am excited to see what all it is capable of.

Finish pro in California. Great tool, super quiet. Clients love it. Heavy and seems built to last. Running 15,16,18 and 23 gauge all day with no issues. I can talk on the cell with the tool running at my feet with no problems.

Very quiet and works great. The small tank will not allow full pressure use for very long so choose one with a larger tank if that's what you're using it for. For my purposes around the house like cleaning out vacuums and filters it's perfect.

Compact size. Ridiculously quiet. Will work all day blowing up high volume bicycle tires, and mounting tubeless tires. Makita quality.

Awsome little compressor. I bought it so i could use my nail guns in my shop without listening to my Dewalt 15 gallon compressor. I have the Dewalt piped out to my garage from my basement. I dont even think twice about turning on this Mikita air compressor. It really is half the noise of the Dewalt. This compressor is kind of hEaVey but manageable. The center handle is in a good spot One thing to note, i tried to use a smart plug to turn this compressor on and off. It dosn’t work. I believe it is because it uses a capacitor to help get the motor running. Somewhere between turning off and turning on using the switch charges the capacitor. So if the compressor switch is left in the on position and the smart plug just cuts the power without actuating the compressors switch it doesn't charge the capacitor to give it the extra boost to get the compressor running.

Quality: Nicely built compressor with easy-to-use controls and easy-to-read gauges. Sound level at 3 feet is 73 dB and 68 dB at 5 feet. A normal conversation typically registers at around 60-70 dB. I have been using this compressor, trouble-free, on a daily basis for a little over 6 months. Functionality: The unit performs as advertised, with a quick fill time and maximum pressure. The term portable is open to debate as this unit weighs 45 pounds and is hard to lug around. Sound levels are quite good, but in a closed garage, I was unable to get far enough away to measure 60 dB. Perhaps in a more open space, the sound levels would be lower. This unit provides adequate air for small applications (i.e., filling tires, blowing out debris, pneumatic staple gun, etc.). If you want a small and quiet compressor, then this is the real thing. But you will pay handsomely for that silence.

This compressor is built like a tank but is still very portable. The welds and finishing of the construction indicate very high quality. It goes from an empty tank to full and ready to go in about 30 seconds and is very quiet compared to my old pancake style compressor. Also surprising, it will keep up with demand when filling my trucks tires. You don't have to wait for it to fill the tank and then the tire. It will stay up with the demand. I am very satisfied with this Makita compressor.

I don't know what the specific range is for the spec Makita used for noise measurement. My ipad says 80db at <12", 70db at a meter or so, and 60db at about 5 meters (16'). Or in more useful terms, it's quieter than most people talking. I can't hear it over the radio in the shop. It's awesome. As far as performance: it's 1 hp motor and a 2 gallon tank. It's rated for 2 cfm at 90 PSI, 3 cfm at 40 psi. Plenty to drive a nail gun, intermittent air brush, etc. If you need that much air continuously, it's going to run continuously. Figure out how much CFM you need, divide that by the rating, that will give you some idea of the duty cycle. Yes, it'll probably run continuously if you're filling tires, but on the bright side, you'll still be able to listen to the radio.

This unit was delivered as promised. On start-up I noticed a leak on the output manifold. After contacting Amazon they had a new one delivered the very next day, during a snowstorm of all things. I am now very happy with this unit as it's very quiet and one could easily have a conversation while its in operation. This thing is fast- 0 to 100 PSI in just over a minute ! Also it maintains tank pressure for 2 or 3 days without running, however I always bleed it down when not in use. It may be a little heavy for portable use, but mine is in a fixed location. Highly recommend.

Love this little compressor. Nice and quiet, unlike the pancake compressors. I've used this for indoor trim, and have even used this with my framing nailer on a fence. Sure the compressor ran a lot but the pressure was always there and it always kept up to me and met my needs of a one man show. Maybe not for a crew but good enough for one guy at a moderate pace. A bit heavy but worth it's weight since it's well built.

It works as advertised, very quiet and sturdy. Perhaps a bit too sturdy, the fact that weights 50LBS is unbelievable, people that work in construction that have to carry this 2 or 3 storeys by the time it reaches the top is calling it a day🤦🏻. I just hope this thing last 5 years minimum. I had a 6gallon DeWalt that lasted over 5 years and despite being much bigger in size was HALF the weigh. Makita, a diet would come handy for your compressors feed them less and shed some weight so next time I buy it I can give 5 stars. Besides the extreme weight it works extremely well.

I needed to replace my old oil piston compressor that I mainly use for filling vehicle tires, etc. This one fit the bill; I tried using the smaller 1/2 HP unit from Makita, but it wasn't quite enough to fill tires (it's perfect for finishing nailer and upholstery stapler though). Both compressors are very quiet, e.g., being 2m away from the compressor, it's similar to using a cordless drill when it kicks on.

bonne qualité