--- title: "Best Tire Changer and Wheel Balancer Combos: Time to Take Matters Into Your Own Hands" description: "Looking for the best tire changer wheel balancer combos? Our team of experts narrowed the top picks on the market." date: "2020-04-09" modified: "2024-03-08" authors: - name: "Hank O'Hop" job_title: "Contributor" link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/hank-ohop" url: "https://www.thedrive.com/reviews/32937/best-tire-changer-wheel-balancer-combo" categories: - "The Garage" - "Tools" tags: - "Buying Guides" - "commerce" - "NoAds" - "Roundup" --- # Best Tire Changer and Wheel Balancer Combos: Time to Take Matters Into Your Own Hands ![]() EV, ICE, jet-propulsion—it doesn't matter. All cars have tires. If you're looking to take your private garage to a pro-level or are going to start working on passenger vehicles professionally, you need to set yourself up with the equipment to work with wheels and tires. Thankfully, manufacturers understand that mounting and balancing tires happen at the same time and bundle the appropriate machinery together. All that's standing between you and the dream of handling tire swaps at home is deciding which machine suits your needs. This guide to the best tire changer and wheel balancer combos is here to help narrow down your selection and give you suggestions on which setup belongs in your shop. ## Summary List - Best Overall: [Triumph NTC-950 & NTB-550 Tire Changer Wheel Balancer Combo Package]() - Best Value: [Mayflower 1.5 HP Tire Changer Wheel Changers Machine Balancer]() - Honorable Mention: [Nationwide NW-530 Tire Changer and NW-953 Wheel Balancer Combo]() - Easiest to Set Up: [XK USA INC. Tire Changer Combo]() - Best for Oversized Tires: [Mayflower 980/800 1.5 HP Tire Changer Balancer Machine Combo]() ## Our Methodology Tire changers and wheel balancers are serious machines that bring in a lot of money. It's very important that you read into whatever you're considering so that you know where your money is going. My selection is largely based on what's available to the general public through easily accessible retailers, but I did take the time to research anything I’m highlighting to ensure it'll serve the average consumer well. I made sure to [research each of the listings]() to better understand what they bring to the table. That information, combined with the features each has to offer, allowed me to come up with a list that has something for everyone. ## Best Tire Changer Wheel Balancer Combos: Reviews & Recommendations ## Our Verdict on the Best Tire Changer and Wheel Balancer Combos Overall quality and performance put the [Triumph NTC-950 & NTB-550 Tire Changer Wheel Balancer Combo Package]() on the top of our list. However, the [Mayflower 1.5 HP Tire Changer Wheel Changers Machine Balancer]() is a great choice if you're working with a tight budget. Of course, it's important that you read through the specs of any tire changer and wheel balancer combo you're considering to ensure it'll work for you, regardless of what anyone has to say. ## Consider Secondhand When we start shopping for tools and products, we never overlook the secondhand market. In fact, it’s usually the first place I look. Whether you’re scrolling through [Amazon’s Renewed]() section, eBay for [car parts]() or [tools](), or flipping through the pages of [Facebook Marketplace]() and [Craigslist](), you have hundreds of thousands of used tools, parts, and gear ready to be shipped to your doorstep. Refurbished to like-new status, they’ll be willing to give you many more years of faithful service all while saving you money. If those options don’t have what you need, your local salvage yard is great for car parts, while swap meets are a great resource you should tap. Just Google either and head on down. ### Secondhand Tips To make your secondhand search easier, here are two tips for finding the best deals and making sure your new-to-you stuff wasn’t destroyed by the previous owner. - Check your local classifieds before buying new ones. Many high-end models are sold for cheap because a shop is either upgrading or closing. Be sure it's fully operational or could be repaired before you purchase. - Don't worry about buying your tire changer and wheel balancer separately, as it might be impossible to find a matching set used. It also does help to buy machines with matching manufacturers but is not necessary. ## Things to Consider Before Buying a Tire Changer Wheel Balancer Combo As complicated as these machines seem, you only need a little bit of information to get started with the selection process. Once you sort through the following details, you can begin to compare factors such as quality and ease of operation to narrow down your choices. ### Key Features #### Wheel and Tire Size Range Both wheel balancers and tire changers are designed to work with a set range of wheel and tire sizes. Assemblies that are too small simply won't fit either machine. And though a size larger than that range may fit, attempting to work on them will damage the machine. Manufacturers often list the size ranges in the description of the listing to make verification easy before you buy. Even if you think your size is common enough, it's wise to check the size range to ensure you don't end up with a system you can't use and have to send back. #### Power Supply Assuming is never a good thing when it comes to machinery of this caliber. Most of your options are equipped to run on a 110-volt power supply, but the power supply is something you always want to double-check before you buy. You need to make sure you buy a machine your shop is equipped to run. Even if your shop has 110-, 220-, and even 240-volt power supplies available, you must pick the right setup as it will determine where you can set these machines up in your garage. #### Included Tools You're going to need more than just the machines to get the work done that you intend to. Tire irons and valve stem removal tools are two mandatory tools for this type of work. Some sets might include these tools, but you shouldn't assume so. It's worth verifying what is included so that you know what you'll need to purchase so you can begin to work once the tire changer and wheel balancer arrive. ### Tire Changer Wheel Balancer Combo Pricing If you're just changing tires for your personal vehicles or fleet, you will be just fine investing in a combo set in the $2,000-$3,000 price range. These are consumer-grade tools that are more than good enough for that level of work. If you're buying for a professional shop or just want the best in terms of quality and precision, you will likely pay somewhere around $4,000 or more. ## FAQs You’ve got questions. *The Drive* has answers. ## Author Hank is a former Commerce Editor at The Drive. ### Author social links [LinkedIn]() [Instagram]()