Best Emergency Scissor Jack (2026): 4 Compared

A flat tire on the shoulder ends the drive unless the jack in the trunk lifts the car, and a jack that will not reach under a low car leaves you waiting for help, so best emergency scissor jack picks start with capacity and lift range that match the car. This guide compares 4 scissor jacks by capacity, lift range, kit contents and warranty: from a 3 ton kit with gloves and a bag to a 1.5 ton jack for small cars. Every number below comes from a listing, and we flag where those listings contradict themselves.

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Picks for the garage

#	Product	Shop Score	Buy
1	BIG RED Scissor Car Jack 3 Ton/6610 lbs Tire	9.7/10	Buy on Amazon
2	Portable Car Jack 3 Ton, Heavy Duty Scissor Jack	9.6/10	Buy on Amazon
3	ZIBIAO Car Jack Kit, Scissors Jack car	9.5/10	Buy on Amazon
4	Heavy Duty Scissor Jack for Car,Portable Scissor	9.5/10	Buy on Amazon

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BIG RED Scissor Car Jack 3 Ton/6610 lbs Tire

BIG RED·9.7/10 Shop Score

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The Shop Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs performance (35%), build (25%), value (25%), safety (10%, where it applies) and warranty (5%), using only what the manufacturer and the listing publish. How we pick ›

A 3 ton scissor jack kit with a lug wrench, gloves and a storage bag, lifting from 4.5 to 17.5 inches, with a 1 year limited manufacturer warranty.

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Pros

• Widest lift range here: 4.5 to 17.5 inches
• Full kit: ratchet wrench, lug wrench, gloves and storage bag
• Alloy steel with an enlarged base plate and strengthened rolled edges
• Rubber pad on the lifting point

Cons

• Title says 3 Ton / 6610 lbs while the other 3 ton listing says 6619 lbs
• Heaviest here at 11.0 lb
• Largest footprint at 19.8 x 6.0 x 5.9 in
• No ASME PASE listing is stated

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Portable Car Jack 3 Ton, Heavy Duty Scissor Jack

IMAYCC·9.6/10 Shop Score

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The Shop Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs performance (35%), build (25%), value (25%), safety (10%, where it applies) and warranty (5%), using only what the manufacturer and the listing publish. How we pick ›

A 3 ton scissor jack with a non-slip rubber top and an enlarged base, lifting from 3.8 to 15.1 inches, with a 12 month warranty.

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Pros

• 3 ton capacity for sedans, SUVs and MPVs
• Lowest minimum height here: 3.8 inches
• Non-slip rubber top protects the car from scratches
• Ratchet handle and lug wrench included

Cons

• Title says 'Spair Tire', a typo for Spare
• No weight is stated
• 3.0 Ton is stated as 6619 lbs, while the other 3 ton listing says 6610 lbs
• No ASME PASE listing is stated

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ZIBIAO Car Jack Kit, Scissors Jack car

ZIBIAO·9.5/10 Shop Score

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The Shop Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs performance (35%), build (25%), value (25%), safety (10%, where it applies) and warranty (5%), using only what the manufacturer and the listing publish. How we pick ›

A 2 ton scissor jack with a ratchet handle and a solid base plate, lifting from 4.09 to 15.1 inches, with a 5 year manufacturer warranty.

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Pros

• 5 year manufacturer warranty, the longest here
• Ratchet handle saves strength when lifting
• Solid base plate for a firm footing
• Corrosion-resistant steel construction

Cons

• Bullets say 5.68 lbs, but the spec table says 4.4 pounds
• 2 ton capacity is below the 3 ton jacks here
• No lug wrench is listed in the kit
• No ASME PASE listing is stated

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Heavy Duty Scissor Jack for Car,Portable Scissor

Purthog·9.5/10 Shop Score

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The Shop Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs performance (35%), build (25%), value (25%), safety (10%, where it applies) and warranty (5%), using only what the manufacturer and the listing publish. How we pick ›

A 1.5 ton scissor jack for small cars, lifting from 3.94 to 13.19 inches, with a bi-directional ratchet wrench and a space-saving fold.

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Pros

• Bi-directional ratchet wrench works in cramped spaces
• Widened bottom for more ground contact
• Thickened SPCC steel for tensile strength
• Space-saving fold for easy storage

Cons

• Warranty reads 'Warranty Within 3 Mouths', with no clear term
• Spec table lists 0.0625 pounds, which cannot be the jack weight
• For small cars only, not for SUVs or truck applications
• Lowest top end here at 13.19 inches

Compared on paper

Every rating comes from the brand’s listing and is not a shop test (gathered 2 November 2026). Where a listing contradicts itself, both figures are shown.

How the points were given

Each jack is scored on performance, build, value, safety and warranty; How We Pick explains the weights. 3 of the 4 state a warranty term, and all 4 state a safety feature, from a rubber top to a widened base. No listing states an ASME PASE listing, so safety points come only from stated features.

No score drops under 9.2 or climbs past 9.8; a tool’s place inside those bounds is set by its weighted point total.

What the listings tell you

We read 4 scissor jack listings. 3 stated a warranty term, and none stated an ASME PASE listing. 2 listings call their jack 3 ton but give different pound figures, 6,619 lbs and 6,610 lbs. 1 listing gives a weight that cannot be right, and 1 gives 2 different weights.

Buying guide: best emergency scissor jack

Capacity: match the car

Capacity decides which cars the jack can lift. The BIG RED and IMAYCC jacks are rated 3 ton, the ZIBIAO jack 2 ton and the Purthog jack 1.5 ton. The Purthog listing says it is intended for small cars only and is not suitable for SUVs or truck applications. Check the car weight against the rated capacity before you buy, and keep the jack in the trunk for the car it matches.

Lift range: low enough to fit, high enough to lift

Lift range decides whether the jack fits under the car and lifts the wheel clear. The BIG RED jack lifts from 4.5 to 17.5 inches, the widest range here, while the IMAYCC jack lifts from 3.8 to 15.1 inches and the ZIBIAO jack from 4.09 to 15.1 inches. The Purthog jack lifts from 3.94 to 13.19 inches, the lowest top end here. Measure the clearance under the car before ordering.

Kit contents: what comes in the box

A kit with a lug wrench saves a roadside search. The BIG RED kit includes a ratchet wrench, a lug wrench in 17/19mm and 21/23mm sizes, gloves and a storage bag. The IMAYCC kit includes a ratchet wrench, and the ZIBIAO and Purthog kits include a ratchet handle or wrench. Check the lug wrench sizes against the car lug nuts before you need them.

Jack safety: stands, ground and lift points

Never get under a vehicle on a jack alone. Use rated jack stands on solid, level ground, and lift only at the lift points in the owner’s manual. A scissor jack is for changing a tire at the roadside, not for working under the car.

Garage Fit Check

• The BIG RED jack measures 19.8 x 6.0 x 5.9 in and weighs 11.0 lb, so check the trunk space before ordering.
• The ZIBIAO jack measures 16.3 x 3.54 x 3.93 in, and the Purthog jack measures 14.33 x 3.88 x 1.88 in, so both fit a trunk corner.
• The Purthog jack is for small cars only, so check the car against the 1.5 ton limit.
• All 4 jacks are manual with a ratchet handle or wrench, so no power or battery is needed at the roadside.
• Keep the jack, the lug wrench and the gloves in the trunk together, so the kit is ready when a tire goes flat.

FAQ: garage tools

What is the best emergency scissor jack?

It depends on the car. BIG RED leads on lift range and kit contents rated 3 ton, IMAYCC is also rated 3 ton with a lower minimum height, and ZIBIAO leads on warranty with 5 years. This guide scores all 4, and the BIG RED jack ranks at the top.

How do you use an emergency scissor jack?

Place the jack at a lift point from the owner’s manual, on solid, level ground, and raise the car with the ratchet handle until the wheel clears the ground. Never get under a vehicle on a jack alone, and use rated jack stands for any work under the car.

What capacity scissor jack do I need?

Match the capacity to the car. The jacks here are rated 1.5 ton, 2 ton and 3 ton, and the Purthog 1.5 ton jack is for small cars only. Check the car weight against the rated capacity before you buy.

How high does a scissor jack lift?

Lift range varies by listing. The BIG RED jack lifts from 4.5 to 17.5 inches, the IMAYCC and ZIBIAO jacks top out at 15.1 inches, and the Purthog jack tops out at 13.19 inches. Check the clearance under the car and the height needed to clear the wheel.

Do emergency scissor jacks come with a warranty?

3 of the 4 state one: BIG RED with a 1 year limited manufacturer warranty, IMAYCC with 12 months and ZIBIAO with 5 years. The Purthog listing reads “Warranty Within 3 Mouths”, with no clear term.

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