Bostitch F28WW 2-inch Framing Nailer
Score: 88/100
NuMax SFR2190
Score: 72/100Rankings
The Bostitch F28WW is a heavy-duty pneumatic framing nailer designed for professional construction tasks, featuring a lightweight magnesium housing and exceptional driving power. It offers tool-free depth adjustment and high capacity, though it requires consistent oiling and lacks a dry fire lockout. Best suited for professional framers and contractors performing structural framing and sheathing.
The NuMax SFR2190 is a lightweight pneumatic framing nailer designed for DIY homeowners and light hobbyists. It features a magnesium body and tool-free depth adjustment, making it a cost-effective choice for fencing and deck construction. However, it lacks the durability and detailed specs required for heavy commercial framing.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 121.6 ozbest | 137.57 oz |
100 nailsbest | 64 nails | |
3.5 inbest | 3.5 inbest | |
80 psi | 120 psibest | |
| ↓ lower better | 8.7 cfmbest | — |
28 degbest | 21 deg | |
36 monthsbest | 12 months |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Capacity & Performance(3) | ||
Magazine Capacity (nails) | 100 nails | 64 nails |
Fastener Collation Angle (deg) | 28 deg | 21 deg |
Fastener Type | Clipped Head | Full Round Head |
Support & Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Length (months) | 36 months | 12 months |
Ergonomics & Build(1) | ||
Tool Weight (oz) | 121.6 oz | 137.57 oz |
Controls & Operation(2) | ||
Firing Mode | Sequential, Bump-fire | Sequential and Bump |
Dry Fire Lockout | false | true |
Power & Compatibility(3) | ||
Operating Pressure (psi) | 80-120 psi | 120 psi |
Drive Mechanism | Pneumatic | Hardened Steel |
Air Inlet Size | 1/4 | 3/8 |
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Professional reviewers consistently praise the Bostitch F28WW for its exceptional driving power and durable magnesium build, noting it handles engineered lumber all day with ease.
Everyday users commonly praise the nailer's reliability and power, reporting zero jams through thousands of nails when using Bostitch brand fasteners.
“Framing my basement has been a snap... no jams through 1000 3-1/2 inch nails (Bostitch brand) at 90-100 PSI with a pancake compressor.”
“I didn't install the rapid trigger... more accurate and less dangerous.”
“offers great value”
No dedicated professional reviews from expert editors or publications were found in the research data. Sources primarily focus on retail listings and user feedback rather than technical evaluations by professionals.
Everyday consumers praise the NuMax SFR2190 for its affordability and performance in home projects such as fencing, shed building, and deck construction.
