Graco 390 vs Titan 440 Airless Sprayers – [New 2020]

The right airless sprayer can help you complete your painting or staining projects faster and more easily as well as provide a more professional finish.

In fact, research shows that painting with the right sprayer can be as much as 15 times faster than using a paintbrush or roller.

You’ll also enjoy the benefits of reduced physical fatigue and rapid cleanup. That’s why a compact airless sprayer that is ideal for smaller projects such as domestic interior decorating or roof painting is an essential part of every commercial sprayer’s toolkit.

Let’s take a look at some of the most popular smaller commercial sprayers on the market including the Graco 390, Titan 440, and the Q-Tech QT190 and work out which model will best suit your needs. We’ll compare a range of important criteria including:

• Weight
• Power output
• Paint flow
• Maximum tip size
• Warranty
• Price

You should think of the purchase of a top-quality sprayer as an investment. The right sprayer will provide many years of high-quality professional painting and staining and will be a joy to use.

The sprayers we’ve chosen to compare are designed and made by reputable companies that have been in the business a long time. These companies pride themselves on high tech design and precision-engineered componentry backed up by excellent after sales service.

And when you’re comparing sprayers such as the Graco 390 versus the Titan 440 or the Graco 395 versus the Wagner PS 3.21 you’ll also want to know about warranty periods because sometimes, even with the very best equipment, things can go wrong.

Use this guide to help you find the best sprayer for your needs.

Quick-view Comparison

The table below offers a short overview of the 5 models we’ll be comparing.

These airless electric sprayers are all ideal for residential, property maintenance, and commercial applications. They’re designed for commercial use in internal as well as external settings.

You’ll need to read on to get to grips with just which one of these great machines will be the right one for you.

Titan 440i (Carry)

Titan began as an American company in the 1960s and built a reputation for innovative design and exceptional engineering. Wagner acquired ownership in 1999. The Titan 440i has been providing excellent painting results for 30 years so it’s been truly tried and tested.

The Titan is the 3^rd heaviest of our comparison models weighing in at 15.9 kg, which is still light enough to be easily portable. The 0.65kw or 0.8 hp output can easily pump out 2 litres per minute, which puts it on a par with the similarly powerful Wagner and Graco 395 models.

The maximum tip size of 23 and a maximum operating pressure of 3300 PSI allows for a wide range of potential spray applications. The Titan is great for spraying a wide range of liquids including; stains, lacquers, enamels, latex, and other low and medium viscosity coatings.

The Titan comes with a 4-year warranty. This compares very favourably with the 3-year warranty for the Graco models or the Wagner.

The low price of $1,900 means the Titan offers solid value as a good all-rounder.

Scores are rated 1-poor to 5 -excellent

• Weight – 2
• Power output – 4
• Paint flow – 4
• Maximum tip size – 4
• Warranty – 5
• Price – 5

Titan 440i Overall Rating: 24 Points 

Graco 390 (Stand)

The Graco 390 is the least powerful of our comparison models yet, surprisingly, it’s not the lightest, weighing in at 14kg. This is an additional 3kg over the Q-Tech model, which packs more power punch.

Its electric motor produces a low 0.47kw or 0.60 hp to produce a maximum paint flow rate of just 1.8 litres per minute. A maximum tip size of 21 rounds out this package as an o.k starter for the home handy person but it’s not really adequate for the more serious DIYer or professional.

The Graco warranty of 3 years is standard but when you factor in the price of $2,277, the additional weight and the lower power output it becomes obvious that there are other models, such as the Q-Tech, that offer considerably better value for your money.

Overall Rating: 1-poor to 5 -excellent

• Weight – 2
• Power output – 2
• Paint flow – 3
• Maximum tip size – 3
• Warranty – 3
• Price – 2

Graco 390 Overall Rating: 15 Points 

Q-Tech QT190

Q-Tech have been producing superbly designed and engineered paint spraying equipment for many years now.

At just 11.4 kg it’s easily the lightest and most portable model in our comparison range.

The QT190 sits on a rugged stand allowing for rapid deployment from one area to another. The compact design also means it takes up little space in your van.

Although it’s small and lightweight the QT190 is designed for solid commercial use. It’s ideal for interior walls, ceilings & trim as well as exterior roofs and walls.

You can use it to spray emulsions, top coats, wood preservatives, masonry coatings, and most commonly used low-viscosity water or solvent based coatings.

The 700 Watt (0.93hp) motor offers a maximum working pressure of 207 Bar | 3000 psi and with a maximum tip size of .021” and a substantial flow rate of 1.9 litres per minute. This is only slightly less than the bigger and heavier Graco, Wagner and Titan models.

In fact, the Graco 395 is nearly 8kgs heavier, which is a hefty difference. You’ll really appreciate the lighter weight of the Q-Tech at the end of a full-on day of spraying.

Q-Tech sprayers come with a full 2-year warranty for all parts. Another advantage of the QP019 is that you can disassemble the sprayer rapidly and all parts are easily replaceable.

It offers really good value with a price tag of just $1,795. This is the 2^nd lowest price (only the Titan 440i is cheaper) of all our comparison models.

With a surprisingly powerful motor in a lightweight package, the QT190 packs a powerful punch and hits well above its weight. And the price of just $2420.00 (nearly half the price of the Graco 395) means the QT190 has to be the no.1 contender for any professional or serious home DIYer looking for the perfect sprayer for those smaller jobs.

Plus, all our Q-Tech models come with the exquisite Tritech T360 spray gun for precision spraying and professional results. Enjoy the comfort of ergonomic design all day long. A TriTech 517 airless tip and guard as well as a 15 metre textile braided hose complete our standard Q-Tech package.

Overall Rating: 1-poor to 5 -excellent

• Weight – 5
• Power output – 5
• Paint flow – 5
• Maximum tip size – 4
• Warranty – 3
• Price – 5

Q-Tech QT190 Overall Rating: 27 Points (1st Place)

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Graco 395(Stand)

Graco is another name brand that has been making top quality sprayers for a long time. Graco began in the U.S and now provides its excellent sales and service throughout the world. The Graco 395 has established itself as an excellent sprayer for professional small project use.

The Graco 395 is the heaviest in this comparison range by a good 3kg. It might not sound like much but by the time you’ve lugged 19kg around over a long day of spraying that extra weight may add to your fatigue levels. The Q-Tech, for example weighs a significant 8kgs less.

Its 0.65kw (0.8 hp) motor can easily pump out 2 litres per minute. This is the same as the Titan and Wagner models. A maximum tip size of 23 also matches the Titan and Wagner models.

Like, the Wagner, Graco provides a comprehensive 3-year warranty.

The Graco is also the most expensive model in the range at $3,410. You need to ask whether the Graco provides twice the value of the Titan or Q-Tech models. And the answer is no, the Titan and Q-Tech offer considerably more value for your dollar.

Overall Rating: 1-poor to 5 -excellent

• Weight – 1
• Power output – 4
• Paint flow – 4
• Maximum tip size – 4
• Warranty – 3
• Price – 1

Graco 395 Overall Rating: 17 Points 

Wagner PS3.21

Wagner Australia is part of the parent Wagner group founded in 1972 and benefits from its solid reputation as a manufacturer of high-quality professional spray-painting equipment.

The Wagner weighs in at 16 kg making it the 2^nd heaviest model in our comparison range. This is still light enough to make it easily portable, but you will notice the difference between the Wagner and the much lighter Q-Tech over a long day of spraying.

Its power output and paint flow rates are comparable to the Titan and Graco 395 at 0.65kw (0.8 hp) output and a healthy 2 litres per minute. The maximum tip size of 23 is likewise the same as the Titan and Graco 395. It’s maximum operating pressure is slightly higher than the Titan at 3335 PSI.

The Wagner comes with a 3-year warranty, which is about average for sprayers in this class.

At $3,249 the Wagner is the 2^nd most expensive model here and at nigh on twice the price of the Titan or the Q-Tech you have to seriously question what value you are getting for the extra cost.

Overall Rating: 1-poor to 5 -excellent

• Weight – 2
• Power output – 4
• Paint flow – 4
• Maximum tip size – 4
• Warranty – 3
• Price – 1

Wagner PS3.21 Overall Rating: 18 Points 

Product Comparison Summary