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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 Makita MAC2400 Big Bore 2.5 HP Twin-Stack Compressor
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Makita MAC2400 Big Bore 2.5 HP Twin-Stack Compressor is cheaper at $466.78. Every spec and price links to its source.
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Makita MAC2400 Big Bore 2.5 HP Twin-Stack Compressor
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | Bostitch BTFP02012 6-Gallon Oil-Free Pancake Compressor | Makita MAC2400 Big Bore 2.5 HP Twin-Stack Compressor |
|---|---|---|
| US price | — | $466.78 |
| Brand | Bostitch | Makita |
| Released | — | — |
| Tank capacity gal | 6 | 4.2 |
| Max (psi) | 150 | 130 |
| Scfm at 90psi | 2.6 | 4.2 |
| Power source | corded | corded |
| Pump type | oil_free | oiled |
| Motor hp | — | 2.5 |
| Noise dba | 78.5 | 79 |
| Release | — | — |
Sources — Bostitch BTFP02012 6-Gallon Oil-Free Pancake Compressor: lowes.com (verified 2026-06-19). Makita MAC2400 Big Bore 2.5 HP Twin-Stack Compressor: makitatools.com (verified 2026-06-19).
What's the difference between the Bostitch BTFP02012 6-Gallon Oil-Free Pancake Compressor and Makita MAC2400 Big Bore 2.5 HP Twin-Stack Compressor?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (5 of 7). Matching specs are omitted.
- Tank capacity gal: Bostitch BTFP02012 6-Gallon Oil-Free Pancake Compressor 6 vs Makita MAC2400 Big Bore 2.5 HP Twin-Stack Compressor 4.2
- Max (psi): Bostitch BTFP02012 6-Gallon Oil-Free Pancake Compressor 150 vs Makita MAC2400 Big Bore 2.5 HP Twin-Stack Compressor 130
- Scfm at 90psi: Bostitch BTFP02012 6-Gallon Oil-Free Pancake Compressor 2.6 vs Makita MAC2400 Big Bore 2.5 HP Twin-Stack Compressor 4.2
- Pump type: Bostitch BTFP02012 6-Gallon Oil-Free Pancake Compressor oil_free vs Makita MAC2400 Big Bore 2.5 HP Twin-Stack Compressor oiled
- Noise dba: Bostitch BTFP02012 6-Gallon Oil-Free Pancake Compressor 78.5 vs Makita MAC2400 Big Bore 2.5 HP Twin-Stack Compressor 79
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.
Makita MAC2400 Big Bore 2.5 HP Twin-Stack Compressor
No sourced tester review yet.