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Bostitch BTFP02012 6-Gallon Oil-Free Pancake Compressor
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Bostitch BTFP02012 6-Gallon Oil-Free Pancake Compressor vs Craftsman CMEC6150 6-Gallon 150 PSI Pancake Compressor
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Bostitch BTFP02012 6-Gallon Oil-Free Pancake Compressor is cheaper at —. Every spec and price links to its source.
Full spec sheet
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| Spec | Bostitch BTFP02012 6-Gallon Oil-Free Pancake Compressor |  Craftsman CMEC6150 6-Gallon 150 PSI Pancake Compressor |
|---|---|---|
| US price | — | — |
| Brand | Bostitch | Craftsman |
| Released | — | — |
| Tank capacity gal | 6 | 6 |
| Max (psi) | 150 | 150 |
| Scfm at 90psi | 2.6 | 2.6 |
| Power source | corded | corded |
| Pump type | oil_free | oil_free |
| Motor hp | — | 1 |
| Noise dba | 78.5 | 78.5 |
| Release | — | — |
Sources — Bostitch BTFP02012 6-Gallon Oil-Free Pancake Compressor: lowes.com (verified 2026-06-19). Craftsman CMEC6150 6-Gallon 150 PSI Pancake Compressor: craftsman.com (verified 2026-06-19).
What reviewers say
Sourced tester consensus for each — the "what people who used it think" layer, not just specs.
Bostitch BTFP02012 6-Gallon Oil-Free Pancake Compressor
One whitelisted source covers this compressor: Popular Mechanics evaluated the Bostitch 6-gallon pancake compressor (via its combo-kit listing) and praised its ability to run two nailers at once through dual couplers and its sub-30-pound portability, while flagging it as louder than most pancake compressors at 78.5 dB. The assessment is research/spec-based (comparing specs and customer reviews), not a hands-on lab test; Pro Tool Reviews had no coverage. (1 sourced review.)
Praised: Powers two air tools at once via dual couplers (runs two nailers simultaneously with a second hose); Lightweight and portable at under 30 pounds (29 lb).
Flagged: Loud at 78.5 dB — louder than most pancake compressors.
Craftsman CMEC6150 6-Gallon 150 PSI Pancake Compressor
One whitelisted outlet, Pro Tool Reviews, hands-on reviewed this exact model (CMEC6150), scoring it 9.0/10. The reviewer used it to inflate high-pressure ministry-van tires and to run a Ridgid framing nailer that 'performed flawlessly,' praising its power, portability, and maintenance-free oil-free pump. The only caveat noted is that it cannot sustain two active roofing nailers or a sander. No independent lab benchmarks were published (SCFM/PSI figures on the page are manufacturer specs), so the assessment is qualitative. (1 sourced review, 1 lab-tested.)
Praised: Enough air power to inflate high-pressure van tires and run a framing nailer; Portable handle design, rubberized feet, and durable construction; Maintenance-free oil-free pump plus dual 1/4-inch NPT outlets.
Flagged: Not suited to two active roofing nailers, a sander, or high-CFM tasks (drilling, grinding, spraying).