The new Fanttik X11 Ace upgrades the previous Fanttik X9 Ace pump with improved screen and a smaller form factor borrowed from the Fanttik X10 pumps. They are best described this as a mid-sized pump that remains portable while sacrificing size and weight for additional battery capacity. Retail price for the pumps remains an affordable $89.99 with frequent sales offering additional discounts. Fanttik has upgraded the screen to incorporate a large 4.5″ color screen with a bright backlight and fun features like an arc to display pumping progress. The larger size of the pumps allows Fanttik to incorporate a 2500 mAh battery with USB-C recharging for more than enough runtime to pump multiple bikes. Additionally, the X11 Ace features an integrated swiveling hose with an screw-on chuck to securely attach to valves.
The Fanttik X11 Ace offers long run times and an intuitive user interface in a slightly larger form factor than other mini pumps.
| Retail Price | $89.99 |
| Rating | 9.0 / 10 |
| Measured Weight (in g) | 287 (pump), 10 (chuck) |
| Likes | + Well priced with frequent sales to further reduce cost + Large battery capacity for extended use before having to recharge it + Integrated hose with a multi-valve chuck that locks onto valves |
| Dislikes | – Screen feels slightly cluttered with current design – Larger size and heavier weight make it less practical than mini pumps |
| Where to Buy (US) | Fanttik |
UNBOXING
The Fanttik X11 Ace pump come in compact black and yellow cardboard box with glossy graphics on the exterior. Inside the box you’ll find:
- X11 Ace pump
- Screw-on chuck
- USB-C charging cable
- Instruction manual
The fact that Fanttik does not include a storage bag with the pump, as they do with the X10 pumps, is a good sign that they don’t expect road cyclists to stash this larger sized pump in jersey pockets for rides.
FIT & FINISH
Visually, the Fanttik X11 Ace is an evolution of the X9 Ace with its larger rectangular size and integrated side hose. The pump is slightly smaller than the X9 Ace with dimensions of 94 x 58 x 36 mm or 3.7 x 2.3 x 1.4 inches. It’s still a large pump compared to the Fanttik X10 and other compact pumps but it is still portable and can fit in a pocket. The Fanttik X11 Ace has a distinctive style with a very large 2500mAh internal battery that results in a tall form factor and large 4.5” screen on the front. A rotating hose is integrated onto the right side of the pump with a thread-on adapter for accessories. The exterior is plastic but the front panel is glossy around the screen and ventilation cut into the body to help keep it cool.
The nozzle design of Fanttik X11 Ace is a little different from other pumps as the hose is directly integrated. You can directly connect the hose to Schrader valves to inflate them or attach included chuck for more valve options. The chuck is an interesting all-in-one design that has internal pieces that can be re-arranged for Presta or Schrader valves. It is fairly straightforward to swap between the two valve types by unscrewing the cap of the chuck and flipping the two internal pieces. The Schrader configuration uses the wider opening while the Presta valve uses the more narrow one. Fanttik has also designed the chuck with a double locking handle which ensures you have an airtight seal with either valve type.
ON THE BIKE
We have previously reviewed the X9 Ace inflator and had noted how large it was at the time compared to other pumps on the market so we were excited to see the improved X11 Ace. Side-by-side it’s easy to see the X11 has a more modern user interace and more compact form factor. While it is still not as light or compact as the Fanttik X10 or other popular pumps like the Trek Air Rush or Magicshine Airro it is compact enough to fit in a pocket. We would still recommend mini pumps like the CYCPLUS AS2 pumps, particularly the small AS2 Ultra for road cyclists who have limited space, but for commuters or home use the X11 Ace has the large battery and sleek user interface that’s a great alternative to hand pumps or even a floor pump. The larger size results in a quieter sound and better heat dissipation. With our 700×28 tire, we were able to inflate it in around 48 seconds.
The large 2500mAh battery also means you’ll run out of bikes / tires to inflate before you run out of battery. Unlike smaller pumps which run out of power inflating a 700×28 tire from 0 to 65 psi within 5 tires, the X11 Ace can do double or more tires (we ran out of patience waiting for to run out of battery). The included chuck is also a unique feature that locks onto Presta or Schrader valves securely to prevent any air leaking while inflating. It takes more effort to lock the chuck lever down, but the design feels more secure than thread-on adapters which can sometimes unlock valve cores while you are removing the adapter.
THE VERDICT
Overall, we found the Fanttik X11 Ace to be a well designed bike tire inflator. Fanttik has taken the X9 Ace and upgraded it with smaller dimensions and an improved user interface. The big 4.5″ color screen is seamlessly integrated into a glossy panel on the side of the pump with bright backlights and an illuminated power button. Although we found the screen slightly cluttered, the target press and current pressure can be easy to initially confuse with each other, it is a big upgrade over the previous pump. While the X11 Ace is larger and heavier than the Fanttik X10 and other mini pumps, the pump offers long runtimes, a quieter motor and less heat build up. The X11 is a great choice for home use or bike commuters for inflating tires on the go or at the office.
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