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 3.4. The Arcan A20003 3 Ton Steel Low Profile leads on low profile and value. The Arcan A20003 3 Ton Steel Low Profile costs $51.90 less ($147.99 vs $199.89).
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SATA 3 Ton Aluminum Low Profile
#11 in 3 tons and upFull review
The aluminum version of SATA’s 3 ton jack, with the same 3.75 to 19 in range, for owners who carry their jack.
Amazon $199.89$199.89
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Arcan A20003 3 Ton Steel Low Profile for low profile (3 in minimum saddle height vs 3.8 in minimum saddle height) and value ($49.33 per ton ($147.99, 3 ton) vs $66.63 per ton ($199.89, 3 ton)).
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 | SATA 3 Ton Aluminum Low Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 25% | 69 $49.33 per ton ($147.99, 3 ton) | 50 $66.63 per ton ($199.89, 3 ton) |
| Low profile 25% | 91 3 in minimum saddle height | 64 3.8 in minimum saddle height |
| Lift height 15% | 57 19.7 in maximum saddle height | 51 19.1 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) | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 10% | 50 features not published (neutral score used) | 68 dual pump pistons, ASME claim without the PASE standard |
| Warranty 5% | 33 1-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Arcan A20003 3 Ton Steel Low Profile | SATA 3 Ton Aluminum Low Profile | |
|---|---|---|
| Lifting | ||
| Rated capacity | 3 ton | 3 ton |
| Minimum saddle height | 3 in | 3.8 in |
| Maximum saddle height | 19.7 in | 19.1 in |
| Lift range | 16.7 in | 15.4 in |
| Dual pump pistons | - | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Frame | Steel | Aluminum |
| Weight | 76.8 lb | - |
| Safety standard | - | ASME (standard not named or not PASE) |
| Warranty | 1 year | - |