A cheap, ETL-listed wire-rope hoist with a height limiter, for a home garage.
Amazon $119.99The VIVOHOME 1320 lb Wire Hoist VH636 is the better electric hoist overall, rated 3.3 to 3.2. The VIVOHOME 1320 lb Wire Hoist VH636 leads on value. The VIVOHOME 1320 lb Wire Hoist VH636 costs $54 less ($119.99 vs $173.99).
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A listed wire-rope hoist with a wireless remote, for a garage lift under 1,300 lb.
Amazon $173.99Which should you buy?
- Choose the VIVOHOME 1320 lb Wire Hoist VH636 for value ($91 per 1,000 lb ($119.99, 1,320 lb) vs $132 per 1,000 lb ($173.99, 1,320 lb)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every wire rope hoists electric hoist; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | VIVOHOME 1320 lb Wire Hoist VH636 | VIVOHOME 1320 lb Hoist VH1201US |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 71 $91 per 1,000 lb ($119.99, 1,320 lb) | 53 $132 per 1,000 lb ($173.99, 1,320 lb) |
| Speed 15% | 39 16.5 ft/min at the rated load | 39 16.5 ft/min at the rated load |
| Lift 10% | 16 19 ft of lift | 16 19 ft of lift |
| Safety 30% | 80 limit switches, overload protection, duty class or UL/ETL listing | 80 limit switches, overload protection, duty class or UL/ETL listing |
| Warranty 15% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| VIVOHOME 1320 lb Wire Hoist VH636 | VIVOHOME 1320 lb Hoist VH1201US | |
|---|---|---|
| Lifting | ||
| Rated load | 1,320 lb | 1,320 lb |
| Lift height | 19 ft | 19 ft |
| Lift speed | 16.5 ft/min | 16.5 ft/min |
| Motor and power | ||
| Motor | 460 W | 460 W |
| Power | 120 V plug-in | 120 V plug-in |
| Controls and safety | ||
| Control | Wired pendant | Wireless remote |
| Limit switches | Yes | Yes |
| Overload protection | Yes | Yes |
| UL or ETL listed | Yes | Yes |
