A low-cost wire-rope hoist for a garage lift up to about 1,300 lb.
Amazon $114.90
A light wire-rope hoist with a powered trolley for moving loads along a beam.
- 1,100 lbCapacity
- 38 ftLift
- 120 V plug-inPower
Price checked November 3, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- A power trolley and wireless remote at about $820
- 38 ft of lift
- Runs on 110 V
- Half the capacity of the one-ton model
- Lift speed and limit switches not stated
The Prowinch PWX wire rope family
Every Prowinch PWX wire rope model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own hoist type.
| Model | Capacity | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prowinch 1/2 Ton Wire Rope Hoist (this one) | 1,100 lb | 2.4/5 | $823.78 |
| Prowinch 1 Ton Wire Rope Hoist | 2,200 lb | 2.4/5 | $1,072.47 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its hoist type. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | PWX1100-Ru |
|---|---|
| Lifting | |
| Rated load | 1,100 lb |
| Lift height | 38 ft |
| Duty class | H1 |
| Motor and power | |
| Power | 120 V plug-in |
| Motorized trolley | Yes |
| Controls and safety | |
| Control | Wireless remote |
Alternatives in this hoist type
A cheap attic and garage hoist for boxes, kayaks and light tools.
Amazon $99.90A one-ton wire-rope hoist with a powered trolley for a long beam in a shop.
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