Compare what is it good for? Wagner Flexio vs Wagner Control vs Power Painter vs Graco Truecoat vs Paint Ready

Wagner Flexio 890 sprays un-thinned paints including paint and primer in one product. The ispray nozzle can be used on interior as well as exterior surfaces. It has the adjustable trigger to control material flow for ideal material application.

Wagner Control spray features HVLP (High Volume Low Pressure) air power technology to spray thin materials, which gives you maximum control with 3 spray patterns and a variable control trigger. The sprayer helps you get the job done fast with a professional fine finish.





The Wagner Power Painter Plus Plus is a hand held sprayer designed for the individual to do painting yourself with less hassle and more speed as compared to brush. EZ Tilt allows you to spray at any angle, also Optimus Dual Tip provide a professional fan shaped pattern preferred for achieving the best, most even finish.

Graco is the brand preferred by the DIY enthusiast whether a homeowner or a painting professional. Graco TrueCoat is perfect for a variety of indoor or outdoor projects or any small home improvement project you may have throughout the year. Includes 2 – .015-inch Reversible spray tips, 4 in. narrow and 12 inch wide, 4-32 oz. Flex Liner Bags and Operation Manual.

Paint Ready sprayer’s patented technology allows you to spray interior and exterior latex paints without thinning. The nozzle’s unique design sprays a roller-like finish with un-thinned latex, making it ideal for your indoor painting project. The multi-purpose hand held HVLP sprayer also gets you smoother finishes with thinner-bodied materials. The integrated controls allow for easy adjustment of spray pattern, width, and direction.

 

Compare Features: Wagner Flexio vs Wagner Control vs Power Painter vs Graco Truecoat vs Paint Ready

Wagner Flexio

• Features an adjustable spray pattern, material flow, and air power all on the handle itself hence no need to go to the base to change settings.
• X-Boost Power Box includes the turbine and provides storage for the 11.5″ air hose and handle and two nozzle and cup assemblies – the iSpray nozzle and Detail Finish nozzle.
• Covers an 8’ x 10’ surface in one to five minutes and can spray up to 8.4 gallons per hour
• X-Boost Base with 11 ½’ air hose provides longer painting comfort
• Innovative iSpray nozzle provides fast coverage and can spray unthinned paints
• Detail finish nozzle for small projects and fine finishes
• Pattern adjustment can be horizontal or vertical and wide or narrow

 

Wagner Control

• Quick disconnect Lock-n-Go spray cartridge for quick set up and clean up
• 2-stage indoor rated air turbine provides a fine finish whether spraying stains, sealer, or enamels on decks, fences, cabinetry or trim
• It has HVLP low overspray technology with 3-pattern spray control – vertical, horizontal or round spray patterns
• It is suitable for indoor or outdoor use
• The Spark-arrested dual-stage motor prevents ignition of flammable fumes
• It has adjustable flow control
• Coverage per Minute: 4.9 fl. oz.

 

Power Painter

• EZ Tilt flexible suction tube allows you to spray at any angle
• Optimus Dual Tip helps to get even coverage, less overspray and more control
• Material selector for paint or stain
• Applies 6.6 gallons per hour
• Sure prime suction valve eliminates need for re-priming after refilling

 

Graco Truecoat

• Flex Liner Paint Bag System
• The Flex liner Paint Bag System replaces traditional material cups – when you are done, reuse or recycle.
• VacuValve Technology creates a vacuum for spraying in any direction without losing prime.
• Dual Speed Control – Low speed for increased control for small detailed work—high speed to get the job done fast.
• Reverse-A-Clean Spray Tip feature quickly clears tip plugs with a twist.

 

Paint Ready

• The patented I-Spray nozzle adjusts for either horizontal or vertical spray patterns.
• You can adjust spray pattern from 1 inches to 10 inches based on your coverage needs.
• It has variable flow rate up to 12 fluid oz. per minute also, depending on flow volume adjustment and material viscosity.
• Lock-n-Go split gun design enables quick material change and easy cleaning.

 

Compare Area Covered: Wagner Flexio vs Wagner Control vs Power Painter vs Graco Truecoat vs Paint Ready

Wagner Flexio – 8’ x 10’ wall in 5 minutes
Wagner Control – ½-inch to 9-inch wide patterns
Power Painter – Not Mentioned
Graco Truecoat – Not mentioned
Paint Ready – 1 inches to 10 inches

 

Compare Qty of Paint applied in one hr.

Wagner Flexio – 8.4 Gallons per Hour
Wagner Control – Up to 4.9 fl. oz. per minute
Power Painter – 6.6 Gallons per hour
Graco Truecoat – Not Mentioned
Paint Ready – up to 12 fluid oz. per minute

 

Compare Spray Patterns: Wagner Flexio vs Wagner Control vs Power Painter vs Graco Truecoat vs Paint Ready

Wagner Flexio – Horizontal or vertical and wide or narrow patterns
Wagner Control – Vertical, horizontal or round spray patterns
Power Painter – Horizontal or vertical patterns
Graco Truecoat – Not Mentioned
Paint Ready – Horizontal or vertical patterns

 

Compare Paint Cup Capacity: Wagner Flexio vs Wagner Control vs Power Painter vs Graco Truecoat vs Paint Ready

Wagner Flexio – 1-1/2 quart cup on the iSpray nozzle and 20 fluid ounce cup on the Detail Finish nozzle.
Wagner Control – 1 quart for smaller interior work and 1 1/2 quart for larger exterior work
Power Painter – 1-quart twist and lock material cup
Graco Truecoat – 2 to 4 bags having capacity from 32 oz. to 42 oz.
Paint Ready – Not Mentioned

 

Compare Pressure

Wagner Flexio – Not mentioned
Wagner Control – Not mentioned
Power Painter – Not mentioned
Graco Truecoat – 500 to 1500 psi depending on different models
Paint Ready – Not mentioned

 

Compare Speed Control: Wagner Flexio vs Wagner Control vs Power Painter vs Graco Truecoat vs Paint Ready

Wagner Flexio – 2-speed air power control (HI / LO)
Wagner Control – a variable-control trigger with patterns from 1 to 10in
Power Painter – Not mentioned
Graco Truecoat – Depending on the model the speed control varies from fixed to Hi & Lo to variable
Paint Ready – Not mentioned

 

Compare Hose Length

Wagner Flexio – 11.5 foot
Wagner Control – Not Mentioned
Power Painter – Not Mentioned
Graco Truecoat – Not Mentioned
Paint Ready – Not mentioned

 

Compare Price

Wagner Flexio – $199.99 on wagnerspraytech.com
Wagner Control – $ 66.22 + $6.99 shipping
Power Painter – $80.53 + $7.49 shipping
Graco Truecoat – $148.95
Paint Ready – $74.90 + $7.49 shipping

 

Compare Warranty

Wagner Flexio – 1 year
Wagner Control – 1 year
Power Painter – 1 year
Graco Truecoat – 1 year
Paint Ready – 1 year

 

Compare Pros and Cons: Wagner Flexio vs Wagner Control vs Power Painter vs Graco Truecoat vs Paint Ready

Wagner Flexio Pros

• The instructions are easy and set up is quick
• The Clean-up of Wagner Flexio is easy
• The parts appear to be durable
• The coverage is fast

 

Wagner Flexio REVIEW Video

Wagner Flexio Cons

• It does overspray
• There is too much splatter while spraying
• Wagner Flexio dripped paint everywhere and when you do not pull the trigger it still was misting paint
• Not recommended for fine, finish work
• Have to refill the tank constantly

 

Wagner Control Pros

• It is good for stains and light materials
• Quite easy to use
• Great for fences and jobs with uneven surfaces.
• Works for all products except latex.

 

Wagner Control Review Video

Wagner Control Cons

• Painting house could be inconsistent and time consuming.
• Clean up takes too long.
• Not enough power to spray water based latex paints or primers and is quite slow.
• Horrible control and splatters a little over the job
• Does not have good outflow

 

Power Painter Pros

• Sprayer does well for small jobs.
• Easy to use.
• Excellent coverage and thickness.

 

Power Painter REVIEW Video

Power Painter Cons

• It is too heavy and noisy.
• Difficult to clean
• Sprays uneven
• Waste a lot of paint
• Clogs up frequently and needs disassembly and cleaning constantly to keep going.
• Need bigger tank

 

Graco Truecoat Pros

• Easy to use and clean up
• Good for small jobs
• Good quality and consistent spray pattern

 

Graco Truecoat Review Video

Graco Truecoat Cons

• Sprayer does not work well and so the finish is poor
• Leaks paint everywhere
• Have to refill quite often
• The handle and trigger get surprisingly warm- almost hot after few minutes of use

 

Paint Ready Pros

Sprays ordinary latex paint pretty well

Works good and is fast

Easy to set up and use

It is quiet and lightweight

 

Wagner Paint Ready REVIEW Video

Paint Ready Cons

• Sprays paint everywhere, impossible to be precise.
• Spray tip clogs easily
• It does over spray
• It is a pain to clean up