5 Differences Between Pump and Compressor

What's the difference between pump and compressor?

Usually, both the terms viz. "Pump" and "Compressor" are used interchangeably, but there is a difference:

• A pump is a machine which is used to move a fluid, either liquid or gas, from one point to another.
• A compressor is a machine that by squeezing a gas forces it to enter another system.

Pump vs. Compressor: Comparison Table

Below is the table that shows the comparison points:

Sr.	Pump	Compressor
1	Pump increases the energy of the incompressible fluid.	The compressor increases the energy of the compressible fluid.
2	No storage option.	Fluid can be stored.
3	It is used to move oil, water, and similar items.	It is usually used to move gases.
4	There is no change in temperature and volume.	The fluid volume and temperature change happen.
5	It is used only for liquids	It is used for gases.