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SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270 vs Snap-on APOLLO+
The SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270 is a 270 litre belt-driven workshop air compressor, 3-phase. The Snap-on APOLLO+ is a diagnostic scan tool.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270 | Snap-on APOLLO+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 1340(H) x 1640(W) x 560(D) mm | 308 x 175 x 40.3 mm |
| Weight | 166 kg | 1.21 kg (2.83 lb including battery) |
| Warranty | 10 year receiver anti-corrosion warranty | 1-3 years extended options |
| Tank size | 270 litres | - |
| Air delivery | 15.5 CFM (439 l/min) (FAD) | - |
| Piston displacement | 23.5 CFM (666 l/min) | - |
| Motor power | 5.5 hp (4.1 kW) | - |
| Supply | 400V 3-phase, 20A | - |
| Max pressure | 160 psi (11 bar) | - |
| Display | - | 10in TFT colour LCD touchscreen, 1024x600 |
| Operating system | - | Embedded SMX |
| Connectivity | - | Wi-Fi, USB, integrated scan module |
| Battery | - | removable rechargeable lithium-ion, 7.2V |
| Boot time | - | under 2 seconds |
| Storage | - | microSD card holds diagnostic software and data |
Sources: SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270, Snap-on APOLLO+. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the SIP ISBD5.5/270 if...
A 270 litre belt-driven workshop compressor on a 3-phase supply, delivering 15.5 CFM at up to 11 bar. Large interstage coolers and long-stroke cast iron cylinders are aimed at continuous workshop use rather than occasional jobs. Suits a busier garage bay with 3-phase power already installed and multiple air tools running.
Full SIP ISBD5.5/270 specifications →Buy or hire the APOLLO+ if...
A larger 10 inch diagnostic scan tool with a fast under-2-second boot time and a 4-way keypad alongside the touchscreen. Software and data are held on a removable microSD card rather than fixed internal storage. Suits a garage wanting a bigger screen than the APOLLO-D9 for the same franchise-backed support.
Full APOLLO+ specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270 and the Snap-on APOLLO+?
The SIP Industrial SIP ISBD5.5/270 is a 270 litre belt-driven workshop air compressor, 3-phase; the Snap-on APOLLO+ is a diagnostic scan tool.
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