SATA 3 Ton Aluminum Low Profile vs SATA 3 Ton Steel Low Profile

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The SATA 3 Ton Steel Low Profile is the better floor jack overall, rated 3.6 to 3.4. The SATA 3 Ton Steel Low Profile leads on value. The SATA 3 Ton Steel Low Profile costs $30.90 less ($168.99 vs $199.89).

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SATA 3 Ton Aluminum Low Profile vs SATA 3 Ton Steel Low Profile

Which should you buy?

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 weightSATA 3 Ton Steel Low ProfileSATA 3 Ton Aluminum Low Profile
Overall rating3.6/53.4/5
Value 25%61 $56.33 per ton ($168.99, 3 ton)50 $66.63 per ton ($199.89, 3 ton)
Low profile 25%64 3.8 in minimum saddle height64 3.8 in minimum saddle height
Lift height 15%51 19.1 in maximum saddle height51 19.1 in maximum saddle height
Capacity 10%60 3 ton (6,000 lb) rated capacity60 3 ton (6,000 lb) rated capacity
Weight 10%72 23.3 lb per ton (70 lb jack)50 weight not published (neutral score used)
Features 10%68 dual pump pistons, ASME claim without the PASE standard68 dual pump pistons, ASME claim without the PASE standard
Warranty 5%0 warranty not published, scored as none0 warranty not published, scored as none

Specifications

SATA 3 Ton Steel Low ProfileSATA 3 Ton Aluminum Low Profile
Lifting
Rated capacity3 ton3 ton
Minimum saddle height3.8 in3.8 in
Maximum saddle height19.1 in19.1 in
Lift range15.4 in15.4 in
Dual pump pistonsYesYes
Build
FrameSteelAluminum
Weight70 lb-
Safety standardASME (standard not named or not PASE)ASME (standard not named or not PASE)

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