Arcan A20003 3 Ton Steel Low Profile
#1 in 3 tons and upFull review
A 3 ton steel jack whose saddle drops to 3 in, for low cars and SUVs on a budget. Arcan does not say whether it has dual pump pistons.
Amazon $147.99$147.99
The Arcan A20003 3 Ton Steel Low Profile is the better floor jack overall, rated 3.9 to 3.1. The Arcan A20003 3 Ton Steel Low Profile leads on low profile, value and lift height. The GEARWRENCH GWHDFJ3T 3 Ton Heavy-Duty wins on weight. The Arcan A20003 3 Ton Steel Low Profile costs $46.77 less ($147.99 vs $194.76).
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GEARWRENCH GWHDFJ3T 3 Ton Heavy-Duty
#18 in 3 tons and upFull review
A standard-height 3 ton steel jack with dual pump pistons and a tool tray, for stock cars, SUVs and pickups. It will not fit under low cars.
Amazon $194.76$194.76
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Arcan A20003 3 Ton Steel Low Profile for low profile (3 in minimum saddle height vs 5.2 in minimum saddle height), value ($49.33 per ton ($147.99, 3 ton) vs $64.92 per ton ($194.76, 3 ton)) and lift height (19.7 in maximum saddle height vs 18.2 in maximum saddle height).
- Choose the GEARWRENCH GWHDFJ3T 3 Ton Heavy-Duty for weight (22.5 lb per ton (67.5 lb jack) vs 25.6 lb per ton (76.8 lb jack)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 3 tons and up floor jack; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Arcan A20003 3 Ton Steel Low Profile | GEARWRENCH GWHDFJ3T 3 Ton Heavy-Duty |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 25% | 69 $49.33 per ton ($147.99, 3 ton) | 52 $64.92 per ton ($194.76, 3 ton) |
| Low profile 25% | 91 3 in minimum saddle height | 9 5.2 in minimum saddle height |
| Lift height 15% | 57 19.7 in maximum saddle height | 42 18.2 in maximum saddle height |
| Capacity 10% | 60 3 ton (6,000 lb) rated capacity | 60 3 ton (6,000 lb) rated capacity |
| Weight 10% | 65 25.6 lb per ton (76.8 lb jack) | 75 22.5 lb per ton (67.5 lb jack) |
| Features 10% | 50 features not published (neutral score used) | 85 dual pump pistons, meets ASME PASE |
| Warranty 5% | 33 1-year warranty | 33 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Arcan A20003 3 Ton Steel Low Profile | GEARWRENCH GWHDFJ3T 3 Ton Heavy-Duty | |
|---|---|---|
| Lifting | ||
| Rated capacity | 3 ton | 3 ton |
| Minimum saddle height | 3 in | 5.2 in |
| Maximum saddle height | 19.7 in | 18.2 in |
| Lift range | 16.7 in | 13 in |
| Dual pump pistons | - | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Frame | Steel | Steel |
| Weight | 76.8 lb | 67.5 lb |
| Length | - | 29.1 in |
| Handle length | - | 43 in |
| Safety standard | - | ASME PASE |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |