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Sizing your tip to the job matters as much as the sprayer itself, and the reversible design on this one lets you clear clogs with a quick flip instead of stopping to dig out debris. Buy Now at Home Depot

Anyone running a paint sprayer regularly will burn through tips faster than expected, so having a 10-pack on hand means you're not stopping mid-job to buy a replacement. The 429 size works well for standard latex and exterior paints, making it a practical match for house painting or larger surface areas. Buy Now at Home Depot

Worth picking up for deck and fence staining projects, since the wide nozzle covers large flat surfaces faster than brushing or rolling by hand. Buy Now at Home Depot

Handy for anyone tackling fences, furniture, or cabinets without renting a compressor, since the 800W motor and 1,400ml tank cover larger projects in fewer refills; at $35.99, that's $32 off the $67.99 list price. Buy Now at Walmart

Painting a fence, deck, or full room goes faster with an airless sprayer than a brush or roller, and this one suits DIYers tackling larger projects who don't want to rent equipment. Walmart has it for $180, which is $60 off the $240 list price. Buy Now at Walmart

Handy for anyone tackling fences, furniture, or walls without renting equipment, since HVLP sprayers give a finer, more even coat than a roller. It's $30 (50%) off the $60 list price on Amazon. Buy Now at Amazon

Homeowners tackling a fence, deck, or exterior paint job will want this tip on hand since the 615 orifice size is built for thicker coatings like solid stains and exterior latex, giving you an even fan pattern without constant clogging. Buy Now at Home Depot

Handy for touching up tractors, mowers, or other outdoor equipment where a durable, rust-resistant finish matters, and this 12-oz. can runs about $2 (11%) below list price on Amazon. Buy Now at Amazon

Anyone doing automotive paint touch-ups or small refinishing jobs will find the gravity feed design useful for even coverage without constant refilling, and it's currently $6.21 off the list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Anyone tired of fumbling with a single spray pattern will appreciate the adjustable nozzle here, letting you switch between mist and jet stream for anything from watering seedlings to blasting mud off the driveway. Buy Now at Home Depot

For anyone tackling fences, siding, or whole-room repaints, this sprayer's motorized pump pushes out 3,300 PSI, cutting the job time way down compared to rolling or brushing by hand. Buy Now at Home Depot

Update: The price has dropped to $39.96 since this was originally published.

Handy for smaller projects like furniture, fences, or cabinets where a roller just won't give you an even finish, and the HVLP design cuts down on overspray compared to cheaper models. At $40, that's $20 (33%) off the $60 list price. Buy Now at Amazon