By Stan Portus

Published: Friday, 19 November 2021 at 12:00 am


If you’re looking for one of the best bike pumps, you’ve come to the right place.

Over the years, the team at BikeRadar have put countless pumps to the test, from high-end track pumps and frame pumps to get-you-home mini pumps.

This list brings together some of the most reliable and durable pumps there are and has options to cater for every type of riding. So you’ll be sure to find something to fit your needs, whether that’s pumping your tyres up to 100psi quickly or getting your hands on a pump that will help you seat a tubeless tyre easily.

We’ve divided this list into the best track pumps and the best mini pumps.

Track pumps are ideal for home use because they will make light work of pumping up tyres. Mini pumps are suited to taking out on rides in case you have to fix a puncture, because they are lightweight and will fit in a pocket or frame bag.

You can skip to the track pump or mini pump sections by hitting one of the following links:

If you’re not sure which pump is best for you, keep reading until the end for our bike pump buyer’s guide, where we take you through everything you need to know about this essential bike tool.

Best track pumps, as rated by our expert testers

  • Lezyne Classic Over Drive: £60 / $70 / AU$200
  • LifeLine Professional: £40 / $49 / AU$83
  • Birzman Maha Push & Twist V: £45 / $48 / AU$80
  • Topeak Joeblow Mountain X: £55 / $70 / AU$100

Lezyne Classic Over Drive

4.5 out of 5 star rating
"Lezyne
The hose is nice and long, which aids usability.
Andy Lloyd / Immediate Media
  • Use: MTB
  • Price: £60 / $70 / AU$200

The long, mid-volume barrel and quality metal construction help this Lezyne pump strike a great performance balance, with an easy action, smooth feel and low stroke counts. Although the gauge is at the base, it’s easy to read and accurate. The hose is long, and it’s easy to swap between valve types.

It’s a shame that there’s no bleed valve for spot-on pressure adjustment and some won’t like the screw-on head, although we had no issues with the valve core working loose. Max pressure is only 60psi, which rules out use as a road pump.