(checked 2026-10-10)6,666 ratings. Fanttik sells X8 Apex variants under several ASINs; this listing's count matched another variant (B0F191R1LZ), so it may pool them.
Tom's Guide's top pick: a tiny 1.8-lb cordless inflator with a big display that owners find easy and accurate. It is slow on car tires, has a short hose and no 12V or AC backup, and battery life is a mixed point for owners.
In the box: Built-in rechargeable battery (Tom's Guide)
Top complaints
- Slow inflation
Tom's Guide took 3:43 to fill a tire to 30 psi and lists slow inflation as a con.
Source: Tom's Guide - Short hose, no car or AC adapter
Tom's Guide notes the short (13-inch) air hose and that it comes with no car accessory-outlet or AC adapter.
Source: Tom's Guide - Battery holding charge
Battery life is the most-mentioned mixed aspect on Amazon; some owners say it doesn't hold a charge. Value for money is also mixed.
What owners love
- Very compact
It measures 7.8 x 2.4 x 2.4 in. and weighs 1.8 lb, so it tucks into any nook in the car (Tom's Guide). Owners praise its compact size.
- Easy to use, clear readout
Tom's Guide likes the large display, and ease of use is the top Amazon positive.
- Accurate readings
Pressure reading is an Amazon positive (195 mentions); one owner says it matches the car's own display.
- You want fast fills on big tires
- You want a 12V cord as backup
- You'll forget to keep it charged
- Keeping in a door pocket or glovebox
- Topping off car and bike tires
- Easy-to-read display
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What experts say
- Tom's Guide: Top pick: small, with a large display, internal battery, USB port and LED. Its cons are a short hose, no car or AC adapter, and slow inflation.