Top 9 Best Line Striping Machines - A Buyer's Guide

Top 9 Best Line Striping Machines

Not all line striping machines are equal. To get your job done efficiently and to a high quality, you will have to select the machine that best fits the job you’re doing.

Some of the most important factors to consider are the type of spray and line, speed of the machine, and whether you need an indoor or outdoor job. 

The size and capability of the machines are also important, a massive asphalt airport parking lot and a football field will require different lining and therefore different machines.

To make sure you get the right machine for your line striping needs, below are 10 machines that are highly recommended and all fulfill a different role.

1. NewStripe EcoLiner™ Plus Battery Powered Field Striper

 

 

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This line striping machine is our top recommendation due to its versatility and reasonable price. This striper is designed for fields, but it is also the best all-around striper on the market that can handle a variety of projects.

As it’s a battery-operated machine, it’s suitable for indoor striping jobs and is generally safer than a gas-operated striper.

Line Stripe Machine Features:

• Adjustable line width from 2-6 inches
• Guaranteed no flat tires with knobby wheel design
• Mesh filters eliminate clogging
• Steel construction
• 12-month warranty
• Takes 5-gallon pain buckets
• Removable hose

This NewStripe also scores high points for ease of use and efficiency. The machine does not require pouring of any paint as you can hook up a pre-mixed five-gallon bucket of paint and start your job right away. Cleaning is also a breeze and only requires the user to flush clean water through the spraying machine, and it’ll be ready for the next job or color.

These functionalities make it quicker to use, but other features will also make your striping jobs faster. It has an efficient spray nozzle design that allows you to make your stripe one time without the need for additional touch-up work.

Combine these factors with its durability, and it’s a product that can fulfill more types of jobs than other products. Great for fields with an additional hose to spray stencils, it’s a great machine for fields, indoor striping, and small projects of all kinds.

2. NewStripe Airless Striping Machine 4250

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Another NewStripe machine, this one is rated highly because it is perhaps the best value you can get.

It offers slightly more precision than the previous model pneumatic tires and a slightly bulkier frame that makes striping on uneven surfaces easier.

Line Stripe Machine Features:

• Adjustable pressure from 0-3000 psi
• Takes 5-gallon pain buckets
• Removable 25-foot hose
• Adjustable line width from 2-6 inches
• Weight: 105 pounds

While it’s more expensive than the battery-powered NewStripe, the fact that it’s airless drives up the quality of the product. It can be used for bigger jobs and can potentially save or rake in a business more money as you can do more difficult jobs than just a standard football field.

It has similar features to the previous model, making changing colors and cleanup simple.

3. Titan PowrLiner™ 850 Field Striping Machine

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This model is very popular with property owners and managers, and for those needing to do jobs on turf and grass. It also takes five gallons of paint at a time.

It’s again targeted to smaller jobs and is more compact than the two previous machines, coming in at just 70 pounds. 

The small size and mobility make it a hit with property managers and maintenance professionals who need to transport the machine to multiple jobs in a car or truck.

Line Striping Machine Features:

• 50-foot hose
• Sprays 106 linear feet per minute
• Takes 5-gallon pain buckets
• Good for pavement or turf
• Weight: 70 pounds

While it’s a basic line striper, it does not sacrifice power and it sprays at 106 linear feet per minute. It’s great for grass and turf and various odd jobs that arise for field and property owners.

4. NewStripe Self-Propelled Airless Striping Machine 4600

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If you are looking to spend some money to save you time and stress, a self-propelled machine is a must.

Unlike the previous models, this one will do the striping without a human pushing the machine. It is designed to go over uneven ground and pull the machine up inclines, making it a great option for difficult jobs.

It’s great for grass and turf and is equipped with a 25-foot hose to paint stencils and curbs.

Line Striping Machine Features:

• 10-inch pneumatic balloon tires
• Adjustable pressure from 0-3000 psi
• Self-powered
• Suitable for 5-gallon paint buckets
• Comes equipped with 25-foot hose
• Backed by a 36-month manufacturer's warranty

While this self-propelled machine comes at a higher price for its self-propelled feature, it’s easy and cheap to maintain, making it a solid investment for those who need a striper to run all day and not worry about pushing it around everywhere.

It’s bulkier and perfect for bigger outdoor jobs on grass fields and turf. Similar to other NewStripe products it’s easy to clean and change the paints, and much cleaner than other brands of striping machine.

5. NewStripe NewRider™ 5000 Airless Riding Field Line Striper

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If you are looking to make a business out of striping large grass and turf fields, then you may want to go for a riding striper.

The NewRider is the best line striper for multiple complexes and municipalities.

As opposed to the previous five-gallon machine, you can load this one up with 50 gallons of paint, giving you the ability to stripe for longer and at a faster pace. It also has a 2.5-gallon tank on the machine that allows you to clean out the spray gun and hose on the field, saving you time when you switch colors.

These two features allow you to stripe four football fields or seven full-size soccer fields with one paint fill.

 This NewStripe model gives you the ability to control the pressure, resulting in brighter lines and healthier turf.

Line Striping Machine Features:

• Front-wheel drive and rear steering for more accurate striping
• Adjustable pressure from 0-3000 psi
• On-board 2.5-gallon tank to clean your hose and spray nozzle
• 25-foot hose
• Honda GX390 engine
• 50-gallon paint tank
• 36-month warranty
• Comfortable high back seat

If you are looking to branch out into commercial striping of fields, a riding machine can increase your profitability immensely.

6. NewStripe Rollmaster Line Painting Machine 1000

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This is the least expensive machine on our list, and it is great for starting businesses looking to get their toes wet in striping.

It’s great for small jobs and can spray one gallon at a time. The design looks similar to a lawnmower making it simple to use and operate.

Due to its compactness, it’s easy to transport and will fit in any car.

Line Stripe Machine Features:

• Best used on pavement
• Weight: 30 pounds
• Manually pushed, so less maintenance required
• Takes 1-gallon paint buckets
• Foldable, making it easy to transport

This machine is designed for pavement, so it’s suitable for small parking lots and other odd jobs.

7. Titan PowrLiner™ 3500 Line Stripers Spray

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Another versatile option that is tailored with medium-sized projects in mind. This gas-powered engine is for outdoor projects only, but it can be deployed on both parking lot and athletic field jobs.

As it’s capable of doing mid-sized projects, it comes at a mid-range price. Therefore, it’s a better option for commercial outfits who are looking to specialize in mid-sized projects perhaps at local grocery stores and strip malls or football and soccer fields.

This machine will spray latex and oil-based markings on fields, so it requires a different paint than some of the airless models on this list.

Line Striping Machine Features:

• Gas-powered engine
• Lifetime warranty on the fluid pump
• Suitable for medium-sized outdoor products

It also has larger tires making it suitable for a variety of jobs including rough and uneven surfaces.

8. NewStripe NewRider™ 1700 Airless Riding Field Line Striper

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Compared to the previous NewStripe riding striper, this one comes in at a lower price point.

It is smaller and has slightly less power, but it still has many of the functionalities and is a good option for large projects, especially if you’re branching out to bigger striping projects.

Some of the most important features from the 5000 model are in this one including the 2.5-gallon tank onboard to clean out the spray nozzle

With a 25-gallon tank, you can’t do as many jobs as the gallon model, but if you aren’t planning to do quite so many fields in one go, this is a good option to save a bit up front while keeping the best features in a riding striping machine.

Line Striping Machine Features:

• Front-wheel drive and rear steering for more accurate striping
• Adjustable pressure from 0-3000 psi
• On-board 2.5-gallon tank to clean your hose and spray nozzle
• 25-foot hose
• 344cc Briggs & Stratton OHV engine
• 25-gallon paint tank
• 36-month warranty
• Comfortable high back seat

With all these features in a slightly slimmer model, the 1700 is one of the best line stripers for multiple complexes and municipalities.

9. Titan MultiFinish 440 Air Assisted Airless Sprayer

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We included this Titan machine for a bit of variety. Rather than for large-scale striping, this sprayer can put the finishing touches on a job with precision.

This one is for high-end jobs and contracting, but it comes at a reasonable price. It is one of the great value/budget options for precision coating.

It also has some versatility that others don’t on this list, making it unique. It can take either 1 or 5-gallon paint buckets and has an extremely efficient electronically controlled compressor.

Line Stripe Machine Features:

• 50-foot hose
• Weight:82 pounds
• Can draw from either 1 or 5-gallon paint buckets
• Fluid pressure up to 3300 psi

It’s suitable for jobs both indoor and outdoor, giving it added utility and a valuable product for those who need accurate, high-quality finishing jobs.

 

Key Factors to Consider When Purchasing a Line Striping Machine

 

What Kind of Line Stripe Assignments Will You Be Taking On? 

If you’re looking to get into commercial striping, it’s important to know what your niche is before you jump in and purchase a machine. Different parking lot striping machines and models are designed for different purchases, and certain features are desirable based on what kind of work you want to do.

For companies with an established business looking to branch out to bigger striping projects, a parking lot line striping machine is your best bet. If you are specifically looking to stripe a high number of large athletic fields the NewStripe NewRider™ 5000 Airless Riding Field Line Striper is highly recommended.

If you only need to do smaller fields or touch-up work on an endzone, smaller machines like the NewStripe EcoLiner™ Plus Battery Powered Field Striper are more affordable and versatile.

While many machines can be multi-purpose, if you know you will just be working on asphalt or pavement, a machine tailored to that purpose is the best option. Our favorite pavement-specific model is the NewStripe Rollmaster Line Painting Machine 1000.

Of course, versatility and the ability to complete both jobs is a huge bonus for some buyers, and in that case, a machine like the Titan PowrLiner™ 850 Field Parking Lot Striping Machine can do both to a high level.

 

What Types of Lines Will You Need to Spray With Your Line Striping Machine?

Another key bit of information to know before you purchase is what type of line are you going to spraying on the job. If you want to spray intersections and roads, you will need two guns to spray paint, while in a parking lot or field you only need one.

Added features like a long hose are a must if you are going to spray fields so you can paint stencils in the endzone or paint other features. Many field stripers come with this feature including our favorite, the NewStripe EcoLiner™ Plus Battery Powered Field Striper.

  

Asphalt vs Grass / Turf

While some machines can do both, if you are looking to stripe one or the other, it’s advised to buy a machine that is designed specifically for that purpose.

To stripe grass or turf, you need to ability to spray a paint that is more sensitive to the surface compared to the paint that can be sprayed on a parking lot.

The tires on the machine are also important as some surfaces are more uneven than others. The Titan PowrLiner™ 3500 Line Stripers Spray has very sturdy and durable tires, and it’s worth looking into if you plan on doing more demanding striping work.

If you are fully focused on parking lot striping, then sturdy wheels are less necessary, but jobs on grass can require a machine that can handle more bumps and uneven surfaces.   

Many field stripers can be utilized on both surfaces, but if you are exclusively striping on pavement or asphalt, you can find a machine with more power to get the job done for asphalt/pavement jobs.

 

What Kind of Budget Do You Have For Your Line Striping Machine?

This one is fairly straightforward; you need to know what kind of money you can charge for the work you plan to do and budget accordingly.

If you want to do one field at a time or smaller jobs, you don’t need to buy a $10,000 riding striping machine.

 

Indoor vs Outdoor Striping Machines

If you plan on doing indoor striping work then you need an electric-powered striping machine, so you don’t spread the fumes in an enclosed space.

Some gas-powered machines can be more powerful, but especially for smaller jobs, an electric machine should get the work done.

 

Line Stripe Machine Popular Accessories:

1. Spray Shields

If you are working outdoors, a spray shield is essential to your striping work. Wind can pick up at any moment and through off the line of even the best machine.

But with a spray shield, you will ensure that all your lines will come out straight no matter the weather you are facing.

 2. Laser Guides

If you get into striping, a lot of the work you’ll take up is retouching and repainting fading or faded lines. Without the ability to perfectly retrace the steps of the previous striper, this can be challenging work.

A laser guide will perfectly line up your machine and guide it via laser, giving you better results for the crucial job of repainting.