A motorized 4x8 lift with a remote, for buyers who want push-button access. It is rated for 325 lb.
Amazon $459.95The FERO Motorized 4x8 Garage Storage Lift is the better overhead garage storage rack overall, rated 3.5 to 3.1. The FERO Motorized 4x8 Garage Storage Lift leads on shelf area and features. The FLEXIMOUNTS GL1 4x4 Garage Storage Lift wins on value. The FLEXIMOUNTS GL1 4x4 Garage Storage Lift costs $269.96 less ($189.99 vs $459.95).
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A low-cost 4x4 lift that lowers to the floor by crank or drill. It suits heavy bins you would rather not carry up a ladder.
Amazon $189.99Which should you buy?
- Choose the FERO Motorized 4x8 Garage Storage Lift for shelf area (32 sq ft of shelf vs 16 sq ft of shelf) and features (motorized drive, safety lock vs crank or drill drive, safety lock).
- Choose the FLEXIMOUNTS GL1 4x4 Garage Storage Lift for value ($11.87 per sq ft ($189.99, 16 sq ft) vs $14.37 per sq ft ($459.95, 32 sq ft)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every storage lifts overhead garage storage rack; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | FERO Motorized 4x8 Garage Storage Lift | FLEXIMOUNTS GL1 4x4 Garage Storage Lift |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 71 $14.37 per sq ft ($459.95, 32 sq ft) | 80 $11.87 per sq ft ($189.99, 16 sq ft) |
| Capacity 25% | 23 325 lb rated load | 27 350 lb rated load |
| Shelf area 15% | 100 32 sq ft of shelf | 33 16 sq ft of shelf |
| Height range 10% | 50 lowering distance not published (neutral score used) | 32 lowers 79 in from the ceiling |
| Features 10% | 100 motorized drive, safety lock | 80 crank or drill drive, safety lock |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| FERO Motorized 4x8 Garage Storage Lift | FLEXIMOUNTS GL1 4x4 Garage Storage Lift | |
|---|---|---|
| Size and load | ||
| Type | Storage lift | Storage lift |
| Deck size | 48 x 96 in | 48 x 48 in |
| Deck area | 32 sq ft | 16 sq ft |
| Shelves | 1 | 1 |
| Total shelf area | 32 sq ft | 16 sq ft |
| Rated capacity | 325 lb | 350 lb |
| Mounting and height | ||
| Lowers from ceiling | - | 79 in |
| Tallest ceiling | - | 10 ft |
| Build and features | ||
| Drive | Motorized | Crank or drill |
| Remote or app | Yes | - |
| Safety lock | Yes | Yes |
