FLEXIMOUNTS GL1 4x4 Garage Storage Lift
#3 in Storage liftsFull review
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 $189.99$189.99
The FLEXIMOUNTS GL1 4x4 Garage Storage Lift and the GADFISH 4x4 Garage Storage Lift are evenly matched, rated 3.1 and 3.1. The FLEXIMOUNTS GL1 4x4 Garage Storage Lift leads on value. The GADFISH 4x4 Garage Storage Lift wins on height range. The FLEXIMOUNTS GL1 4x4 Garage Storage Lift costs $40 less ($189.99 vs $229.99).
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GADFISH 4x4 Garage Storage Lift
#4 in Storage liftsFull review
A 4x4 lift rated for 350 lb that lowers 85 in by crank or drill. It costs a little more than the FLEXIMOUNTS GL1 and reaches lower.
Amazon $229.99$229.99
Which should you buy?
- 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 ($229.99, 16 sq ft)).
- Choose the GADFISH 4x4 Garage Storage Lift for height range (lowers 85 in from the ceiling vs lowers 79 in from the ceiling).
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 | FLEXIMOUNTS GL1 4x4 Garage Storage Lift | GADFISH 4x4 Garage Storage Lift |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.1/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 80 $11.87 per sq ft ($189.99, 16 sq ft) | 71 $14.37 per sq ft ($229.99, 16 sq ft) |
| Capacity 25% | 27 350 lb rated load | 27 350 lb rated load |
| Shelf area 15% | 33 16 sq ft of shelf | 33 16 sq ft of shelf |
| Height range 10% | 32 lowers 79 in from the ceiling | 42 lowers 85 in from the ceiling |
| Features 10% | 80 crank or drill 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
| FLEXIMOUNTS GL1 4x4 Garage Storage Lift | GADFISH 4x4 Garage Storage Lift | |
|---|---|---|
| Size and load | ||
| Type | Storage lift | Storage lift |
| Deck size | 48 x 48 in | 48 x 48 in |
| Deck area | 16 sq ft | 16 sq ft |
| Shelves | 1 | 1 |
| Total shelf area | 16 sq ft | 16 sq ft |
| Rated capacity | 350 lb | 350 lb |
| Mounting and height | ||
| Lowers from ceiling | 79 in | 85 in |
| Joist spacing | - | 16 or 24 in |
| Tallest ceiling | 10 ft | - |
| Build and features | ||
| Drive | Crank or drill | Crank or drill |
| Safety lock | Yes | Yes |