Metaltech Jobsite 5 ft Folding Scaffold I-IMIS
#1 in Under 6 ftFull review
A foldable work platform for painters and installers who need a 10 ft reach without stacking frames.
Amazon $209.77$209.77
The Metaltech Jobsite 5 ft Folding Scaffold I-IMIS is the better rolling scaffold overall, rated 3.8 to 2.1. The Metaltech Jobsite 5 ft Folding Scaffold I-IMIS leads on value, features and capacity. The Metaltech Jobsite 5 ft Folding Scaffold I-IMIS costs $489.23 less ($209.77 vs $699).
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ASC A-Line Basic Folding Scaffold
#7 in Under 6 ftFull review
For indoor painters who want a light aluminum folding tower that can grow taller later with an Advanced unit.
Amazon $699$699
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Metaltech Jobsite 5 ft Folding Scaffold I-IMIS for value ($52.44 per ft of platform height, $23.31 per 100 lb vs $220.74 per ft of platform height, $139.80 per 100 lb), features (guardrail included, outriggers included, 5 in or larger casters, folds flat, OSHA/ANSI/CSA claim, tool shelf vs hatch or trapdoor deck, folds flat) and capacity (900 lb capacity vs 500 lb capacity).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every under 6 ft rolling scaffold; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Metaltech Jobsite 5 ft Folding Scaffold I-IMIS | ASC A-Line Basic Folding Scaffold |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 2.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 94 $52.44 per ft of platform height, $23.31 per 100 lb | 26 $220.74 per ft of platform height, $139.80 per 100 lb |
| Platform height 15% | 11 48 in (4 ft) platform | 6 38 in (3.2 ft) platform |
| Capacity 20% | 71 900 lb capacity | 14 500 lb capacity |
| Features 25% | 90 guardrail included, outriggers included, 5 in or larger casters, folds flat, OSHA/ANSI/CSA claim, tool shelf | 20 hatch or trapdoor deck, folds flat |
| Warranty 10% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Metaltech Jobsite 5 ft Folding Scaffold I-IMIS | ASC A-Line Basic Folding Scaffold | |
|---|---|---|
| Reach | ||
| Type | Folding platform | Folding platform |
| Platform height | 48 in (4 ft) | 38 in (3.2 ft) |
| Lowest platform setting | 11.5 in | - |
| Maker-stated reach | 10 ft | 9.7 ft |
| Units that can be stacked | 1 | 2 |
| Load | ||
| Capacity | 900 lb | 500 lb |
| How the maker states it | combined weight of user and materials | "500 lbs Load Capacity" in the listing title |
| Per platform | 450 lb | - |
| Features | ||
| Guardrail | Included | - |
| Outriggers | Included | - |
| Caster size | 5 in | - |
| Hatch or trapdoor | No | Yes |
| Tool shelf | Yes | - |
| Folds flat | Yes | Yes |
| Standards (maker claim) | ANSI, CSA and OSHA (maker claim) | - |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 77 lb | - |
| Assembled size | 50.5 x 31 x 76.5 in | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | - |