VEVOR 80 Gallon 6.5HP Oil-Free review
An oil-free 80-gallon listing 15.5 SCFM at 90 PSI at a low price. The seller calls it quiet, but its own 86 dB figure is loud. At 86 dB it is about as loud as a gas lawn mower.
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How loud is it?
- VEVOR 80 Gallon 6.5HP Oil-Free86 dB
Seller listing, measuring distance not stated. Brands measure at different distances, so treat 1–2 dB differences as a tie. Why dB ratings vary.
Full specifications
| Noise rating | 86 dB |
|---|---|
| Noise source | Seller listing, measuring distance not stated |
| CFM at 90 PSI | 15.5 |
| CFM at 40 PSI | — |
| Max PSI | 145 |
| Tank | 80 gal |
| Horsepower | 6.5 HP |
| Pump | Oil-free |
| Stages | — |
| Power | 240V circuit |
| Duty cycle | — |
| Weight | 264.6 lb |
| Price band | $600–$1,500 (checked October 18, 2026) |
A dash means the manufacturer doesn't publish that figure. We never estimate one.
Our take
VEVOR's 80-gallon oil-free compressor lists 15.5 SCFM at 90 PSI from 6.5 HP and a 145 PSI maximum, at roughly the price of a 5 HP oiled unit.
Every listing we found gives 86 dB for it. We include it on the 80-gallon page as an oil-free option, but the 'quiet compressor' wording doesn't hold up against an 86 dB rating.
Specs come from the seller, and some listings describe a three-phase version. Confirm the exact variant before buying.
Pros
- 15.5 SCFM at 90 PSI
- Oil-free pump
- Much lighter than cast-iron 80-gallon units
Cons
- 86 dB despite the 'quiet' marketing
- Specs from the seller only; listings disagree on single- vs three-phase
What it can run
With a 30% safety margin, 15.5 CFM at 90 PSI comfortably covers these tools from our list (nailers assumed at 30 shots a minute):
- Ingersoll Rand 231C 1/2" Impact Wrench (4.2 CFM average)
- Ingersoll Rand 2235TiMAX 1/2" Impact Wrench (6 CFM average)
- Ingersoll Rand 2135QXPA 1/2" Impact Wrench (5 CFM average)
- AEROPRO A398 1/2" Aluminum Impact Wrench (6.5 CFM average)
- Metabo HPT NT50AE2 18-Gauge Brad Nailer (0.025 cu ft per shot)
- Metabo HPT NR90AES1 Framing Nailer (0.09 cu ft per shot)
- Ingersoll Rand 170G 3/8" Air Ratchet (3 CFM average)
- Ingersoll Rand 3101G 1/4" Die Grinder (3 CFM average)
- Ingersoll Rand 119MAXK Air Hammer Kit (2.9 CFM average)
- AEROPRO R500 LVLP Spray Gun (3.9 CFM average)
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Best for: Oil-free 80-gallon on a budget.
Buy it if: you run air tools for long stretches in a shop; you run impact wrenches, ratchets or spray guns in bursts; you want a pump with no oil to change.
Skip it if: you need to work indoors or near people without hearing protection; you don't have, or can't install, a 240V circuit.
How it compares in its class
- Ranked #4 of 4 in 80 gallon.
- 15.5 CFM at 90 PSI against a class median of 15.5 CFM, so about average airflow for the class.
- Price band $600–$1,500; see every spec side by side in the comparison table.
Ownership tips
- Drain the tank after each use (daily on a shop compressor) to stop rust from the inside.
- The pump is oil-free, so there's no oil to change; keep the intake filter clean instead.
- Have an electrician install a dedicated 240V circuit sized to the motor, and anchor the tank on a level floor.
- Test the safety relief valve now and then by pulling its ring briefly, and never adjust or plug it.
General guidance; always follow the owner's manual. More in our maintenance checklist.
VEVOR 80 Gallon 6.5HP Oil-Free: quick answers
How loud is the VEVOR 80 Gallon 6.5HP Oil-Free?
It is rated at 86 dB (seller listing, measuring distance not stated), which is about as loud as a gas lawn mower.
What can the VEVOR 80 Gallon 6.5HP Oil-Free run?
With a 30% safety margin it covers Ingersoll Rand 231C 1/2" Impact Wrench, Ingersoll Rand 2235TiMAX 1/2" Impact Wrench, Ingersoll Rand 2135QXPA 1/2" Impact Wrench, AEROPRO A398 1/2" Aluminum Impact Wrench, Metabo HPT NT50AE2 18-Gauge Brad Nailer, Metabo HPT NR90AES1 Framing Nailer, Ingersoll Rand 170G 3/8" Air Ratchet, Ingersoll Rand 3101G 1/4" Die Grinder, Ingersoll Rand 119MAXK Air Hammer Kit, AEROPRO R500 LVLP Spray Gun from our tool list, based on 15.5 CFM at 90 PSI.
Is the VEVOR 80 Gallon 6.5HP Oil-Free oil-free?
Yes. The pump is oil-free, so there's no oil to check or change.
What power does the VEVOR 80 Gallon 6.5HP Oil-Free need?
It needs a dedicated 240V circuit. Have a licensed electrician size and install it to match the motor's nameplate.
Spec sources
Where each figure on this page comes from (checked October 18, 2026). We don't present manufacturer figures as our own measurements.
- lowes.com: noise
- Amazon product listing: CFM @ 90 PSI, max PSI, tank, horsepower, pump type
- factorypure.com: weight
Alternatives to consider
Ingersoll Rand 2475N7.5 Two-Stage
dB not published · 24.3 CFM @ 90 PSI · $1,500+
Heavy production air for busy shops
Campbell Hausfeld XC802100 80 Gallon Two-Stage
dB not published · 11.9 CFM @ 90 PSI · $600–$1,500
Most affordable 80-gallon two-stage