Tower Top Tyre Inflator review: simple to use and quick to get you back on road
Some service stations have really poor quality air machines for tyre inflation. Error messages are common as are incidents when the five minutes you paid for run out before you have pumped up all four tyres.
My days of using these machines every few weeks or before long journeys are gone for good thanks to the TowerTop Air Compressor Tyre Inflator, a compact and portable device that delivers precision and speed. I've been testing it out for a few weeks now and here are my thoughts..
The lightweight but robustly made device connects to your 12V auxiliary power outlet and comes with a lengthy inflation cable - made from braided steel - that reaches all four tyres with ease. It has a built-in torch for use in the dark and comes with a handy carrying case and valves for use with bicycles, toys and beach balls.
The connection to your tyre is securely fitted, unlike the cables and connections you encounter on most service station air machines. Plug the TowerTop Tyre Inflator in and you'll instantly hear an internal fan running but it's not too loud during operation. The machine has a quick release valve connector that speeds things up and fits to your tyres securely.
Once you are connected, setting the tyre pressure is a simple process. You just adjust the dial to the desired PSI for your car and press the power button. The speed is impressive. You can inflate a flat tyre to 35PSI in less than three minutes.
The TowerTop slightly over-inflates the tyre to allow for the pressure you will lose when disconnecting. This is a clever feature as is the automatic cut-off once you reach your chosen PSI target.
I was hugely impressed by the reliability, consistency and speed of TowerTop Tyre Inflator. I pumped up all four tyres without any hitches in far less time than the five minutes you get at a service station.
TowerTop Tyre Inflator costs €49.99 at Amazon.
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