Best 1.5 Ton Floor Jack (2026): Picks Compared

Compared on paper

Specifications are manufacturer rated as listed, collected 28 October 2026. Warranty terms are stated for the Powerbuilt, BIG RED and AV Steel listings; the VEVOR and DNA listings state no concrete warranty term.

How the points were given

Each jack is scored on performance, build, value, safety and warranty, with the weights published on the How We Pick page. For jacks, safety covers a stated ASME PASE standard; only the AV Steel listing states that standard, so safety adds nothing to the other scores here. Warranty terms are stated for the Powerbuilt, BIG RED and AV Steel listings only.

Scores run from 9.2 to 9.8: each product’s point total is placed on that range, so more points always means a higher score.

What the listings tell you

Listings state capacity, lift range, construction and weight, but a title figure and a spec table figure do not always match. Read the title and bullets beside the spec table, and compare cases, wheels and pump design alongside capacity.

How to choose the best 1.5 ton floor jack

Lift range and saddle height

Saddle height decides whether a jack fits under the car at all. The VEVOR listing states a range of 3.1 inches to 14.4 inches, the lowest minimum height in this group. The DNA listing states 5.3 inches to 12 inches, the BIG RED listing states 5.6 inches to 13 inches, and the AV Steel listing states 5-1/8 inches to 12 inches. The Powerbuilt listing states 6 inches to 16 inches without a saddle extension and 11 inches to 22.25 inches with a saddle extension. Check minimum height against car clearance and maximum height against the lift point.

Capacity and vehicle fit

Capacity figures in this group are stated as 3000 pounds for the Powerbuilt, DNA and BIG RED listings, and 3300 pounds for the VEVOR spec table and the AV Steel listing, while the VEVOR title and bullets state 1.5 tons. The BIG RED listing states it is ideal for most cars and not recommended for SUVs and trucks. The DNA listing suggests a higher capacity jack for full-size SUVs, stating a 2-3 ton range for that case. Match the stated capacity to the vehicle.

Wheels, cases and moving the jack

A floor jack moves around the garage as much as it lifts, so wheels and cases matter on every job. The Powerbuilt listing states oversized wheels for rugged terrain with a heavy-duty base plate, at 54.7 pounds. The DNA listing states swivel casters with a storage case, and the BIG RED listing states large steel casters and swivel casters with a plastic blow mold case and a carrying handle. The AV Steel listing states a solid storage case with rotating rear wheels, at 17 pounds. Check the stated weight against how far the jack has to roll in the garage.

Jack safety

A jack lifts a vehicle; it does not hold it. Never get under a vehicle on a jack alone: use rated jack stands on solid, level ground, and use the lift points in the vehicle owner’s manual. The DNA listing states the jack is for lifting purposes only and must not be used as a jack stand to hold a load. The AV Steel listing states overload protection and meets ANSI/ASME PASE safety standards. Keep the saddle centered on the lift point, and lower the vehicle onto stands before working underneath.

Garage Fit Check

• Check the minimum saddle height: VEVOR lists 3.1 inches, DNA lists 5.3 inches, BIG RED lists 5.6 inches, AV Steel lists 5-1/8 inches, and Powerbuilt lists 6 inches without an extension.
• Check the maximum lift: VEVOR lists 14.4 inches, DNA lists 12 inches, BIG RED lists 13 inches, AV Steel lists 12 inches, and Powerbuilt lists 22.25 inches with a saddle extension.
• Check the stated capacity and vehicle notes: BIG RED is not recommended for SUVs and trucks, and DNA suggests a higher capacity jack for full-size SUVs.
• Check storage: DNA, BIG RED and AV Steel list a storage case, and BIG RED lists a carrying handle.
• Check the warranty line: Powerbuilt, BIG RED and AV Steel state a 1 year or 12-month term, while VEVOR and DNA state no concrete term.

FAQ: garage tools

What lift range should a 1.5 ton floor jack state?

Check the stated minimum and maximum for the listing. The VEVOR listing states 3.1 inches to 14.4 inches, and the BIG RED listing states 5.6 inches to 13 inches.

Can a 1.5 ton floor jack hold a vehicle while I work under it?

No. A jack lifts a vehicle; it does not hold it. Never get under a vehicle on a jack alone: use rated jack stands on solid, level ground, and use the lift points in the vehicle owner’s manual. The DNA listing states its jack is for lifting purposes only.

Which listing states a safety standard?

Only the AV Steel listing states a safety standard, meeting ANSI/ASME PASE safety standards. The other listings state safety features such as a safety bypass system, a safety release valve or overload protection, but no PASE standard.

Which jack fits under a low car?

The VEVOR listing states the lowest minimum height in this group, at 3.1 inches, with a low profile design for sports cars. The DNA listing states 5.3 inches, the BIG RED listing states 5.6 inches, and the AV Steel listing states 5-1/8 inches.

Does any listing state a warranty term?

Powerbuilt states 1 year, BIG RED states 1 year limited, and AV Steel states a 12-month warranty. The VEVOR listing states no warranty term, and the DNA listing states to contact the seller directly for warranty information, which is not a concrete term.

Related: the jacks and stands guides, the tool storage guides, and the engine and shop equipment guides.