The lowest-cost 1,100 lb steel baker from a name maker, for drywall, paint and trim work indoors.
Amazon $269.99The Metaltech Jobsite 6 ft Baker I-CISC is the better rolling scaffold overall, rated 3.6 to 2.2. The Metaltech Jobsite 6 ft Baker I-CISC leads on value and capacity. The Aparecium 12 ft Aluminum Scaffold Tower APJC-TS260 wins on features and platform height. The Metaltech Jobsite 6 ft Baker I-CISC costs $930 less ($269.99 vs $1,199.99).
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For homeowners who want an adjustable aluminum tower for ceilings and stairwells up to about 8.5 ft.
Amazon $1,199.99Which should you buy?
- Choose the Metaltech Jobsite 6 ft Baker I-CISC for value ($44.38 per ft of platform height, $24.54 per 100 lb vs $141.18 per ft of platform height, $363.63 per 100 lb) and capacity (1,100 lb capacity vs 330 lb capacity).
- Choose the Aparecium 12 ft Aluminum Scaffold Tower APJC-TS260 for features (guardrail included, folds flat vs 5 in or larger casters, OSHA/ANSI/CSA claim) and platform height (102 in (8.5 ft) platform vs 73 in (6.1 ft) platform).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 6 to 10 ft rolling scaffold; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Metaltech Jobsite 6 ft Baker I-CISC | Aparecium 12 ft Aluminum Scaffold Tower APJC-TS260 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 2.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 98 $44.38 per ft of platform height, $24.54 per 100 lb | 24 $141.18 per ft of platform height, $363.63 per 100 lb |
| Platform height 15% | 23 73 in (6.1 ft) platform | 36 102 in (8.5 ft) platform |
| Capacity 20% | 100 1,100 lb capacity | 0 330 lb capacity |
| Features 25% | 25 5 in or larger casters, OSHA/ANSI/CSA claim | 35 guardrail included, folds flat |
| Warranty 10% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Metaltech Jobsite 6 ft Baker I-CISC | Aparecium 12 ft Aluminum Scaffold Tower APJC-TS260 | |
|---|---|---|
| Reach | ||
| Type | Baker scaffold | Rolling tower |
| Platform height | 73 in (6.1 ft) | 102 in (8.5 ft) |
| Lowest platform setting | 27 in | 55 in |
| Maker-stated reach | 12 ft | 15.1 ft |
| Platform size | - | 52 x 24 in |
| Units that can be stacked | 3 | - |
| Load | ||
| Capacity | 1,100 lb | 330 lb |
| How the maker states it | combined weight of user and materials | "330 Lbs Duty Rate" in the listing title |
| Features | ||
| Guardrail | Sold separately | Included |
| Outriggers | Sold separately | - |
| Caster size | 5 in | - |
| Hatch or trapdoor | No | - |
| Folds flat | No | Yes |
| Standards (maker claim) | ANSI, CSA and OSHA (maker claim) | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 110 lb | - |
| Assembled size | 74.75 x 29.75 x 75 in | 56 x 58 x 140 in |
| Warranty | 1 year | - |
