NEOECO Multi-Purpose Airbrush Kit, Dual-Action Gravity Feed Air Brush Sets with with Crown Nozzle, 9cc 20cc 40cc Cup, 0.2, 0.3 & 0.5mm Needles for Makeup Nail Art Shoes Tattoo Cake Toy Model (Red)

I was in the process of changing my airbrush armamentaria. I decided to up my game and picked up an Iwata ($180) as my main brush. I decided that I wanted a 2nd brush as a spare and came across this NEOECO brush.The brush comes with extra cups & gaskets which is a nice extra, but it also comes with a hose, quick-release connectors, a cleaning kit, and a water trap. These extras alone can cost ~$30. So I picked up a 2nd brush for $10.It didn't take me long to try it out. The rear end is aluminum and there is a need to be careful with reassembly because I nearly cross-threaded it and could have stripped it. I'm not sure but the business end appears to be chrome-plated brass. The brush is a full ounce lighter than the Iwata and that is probably due to the Aluminum rear.For painting, the brush (I was using the .3mm tip) was easy to control and the spray was even with very little over-spray. I tried some areas without masking and was very happy with the results.Cleaning was easy and I found virtually no residual paint on the needle or tip.This set may be one of the best deals on the market for both value and performance.

For context, I am an absolute beginner when it comes to airbrushing. I currently have two airbrushes, this one, and an Iwata Neo.The Value/Price:Iwata is the brand that you see everywhere when looking for introductory airbrushes. However, the Iwata Neo just comes with one needle and the airbrush itself.The Iwata Neo comes in at $65-75 (USD), and this kit was $40. Once you add in the cost of all the extra stuff you would need (like the hose, extra needles, moisture trap, etc.) you'd be spending easily $150+ for a similar Iwata setup. Sure, the build quality of the Iwata feels more premium, but I honestly prefer using the Neoeco.This Neoeco kit comes with 3 needles: 0.2mm, 0.3mm (preinstalled), and 0.5mm. If you are new to airbrushing, check out Barbados Rex on youtube, he has a lot of great tips. He recommended that you polish your needle (especially on a cheaper kit like this). But, BE INCREDIBLY CAREFUL WHEN DOING THIS. Unfortunately, my 0.2mm needle came bent. Like an idiot, while trying to polish my 0.3mm needle, I ended up bending that one too. I reached out to the manufacturer and they were incredibly friendly and helpful. I explained the situation of how one needle came bent, but I screwed up and bent the other. They said that if I placed an order (through their AliExpress page) for the replacement needle that I had bent, they would include a free additional set of replacement needles for each size.Just be prepared, these will take at least a month to ship depending on your location. I would highly recommend picking up extra needles just to be safe, they aren't that expensive.This kit comes with extra rubber grommets and a basic cleaning kit. I don't anticipate using the two plastic cups that it came with, but it's a nice inclusion nonetheless. What I find incredible is that you get a decent-quality air hose, and an in-line moisture trap included with the kit. Now, do yourself a favor and get some white plumbers tape to prevent air leakage at all the connection points. This made a big difference for me.Now, why do I prefer this one over my Iwata Neo? The grip is more comfortable on the Neoeco. I also like that it has an open-back design, so I can easily flush out the paint without taking the whole airbrush apart. This one also has adjustable tension for the trigger, and that is so nice. I like a tighter pull-back on my trigger.Finally, the fact that this one came with a quick-release connector is such a positive. I would recommend this as a beginner setup to anyone looking to start airbrushing.

Overall, I found this airbrush to be an exceptional value. I have been using a Paasche Airbrush TG-1AS Gravity Feed Airbrush up until now, but I wanted to try another brand and this one was recommended by an online reviewer.The airbrush performed well. I was able to get a very fine stream with the 0.3 nozzle right out of the box. I did find that I needed to thin my paints a fair amount to get good flow. Thicker paints will prove difficult for this device.The quick connect is wonderful and I I'm not sure how I ever got by without it before. I like to clean my airbrush pretty thoroughly in my ultrasonic cleaner so having the quick connect makes that much easier. Not having to twirl the brush around to get it off the hose, yes please!The one down size, and this necessitated a return for replacement, was the nozzle tip. Unlike my Paasche, the nozzles for this airbrush are VERY tiny. About the size of an uncooked grain of rice. While the hole in the nozzles are pretty standard, the overall size of the full nozzle varies from airbrush to airbrush. The issue here, is that because the nozzle is so small, its pretty fragile. When inserting the nozzle into the airbrush after a cleaning, the nozzle broke along the thread line. In essence, the threads of the nozzle sheared off in the airbrush. I was able to get the sheared off piece out, but not without the receiving threads in the airbrush getting shredded. Having said all of that, I did order a replacement and I will just have to be very very careful when removing the nozzle. I am guessing that overtightening might have contributed to this issue, so it might be user error. I admit that.So functionally, this is great value. I really like the quick connects and the accessories this set has. Its half the price of the Paasche and it has three tips sizes to boot.

I recently purchased this airbrush and been using it for scale modeling and am really impressed by it! The kit arrived and I was blown away by the machining of the airbrush and the overall construction of it. I have been using Badger airbrushes since I'm a kid and I have to say this Neoeco is swiftly becoming my go to airbrush. I find I can paint the most complex of camouflage patterns on my models with this airbrush as easily as my expensive badger models. I can also open it up for larger jobs ( like priming a model) and it performs flawlessly! It has all the features of a much more expensive airbrush at a fraction of the cost and I can recommend that you seriously consider it when choosing an airbrush. I like the array of needles that were included in the kit, the additional size paint cups, the cleaning tools and a complete set of replacements o rings that came with this kit. I admit I was skeptical at first but I am completely won over by its performance and value!