The best replacement for compressors is reciprocating.

The best alternatives to compressors are rated as following:
★★★★★  reciprocating
★★★★  centrifugal
★★★  oil free
★★  piston
★★  oilless
★★  single stage
★★  reciprocating compressors
★★  scroll
★  condensers
★  oil
★  blowers
  pedal compressors
  kobalt air compressors

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