Portable QuickJack lifts challenge traditional 2-post and scissor models with 27-second setups—but real bay testing reveals winners by job type. This head-to-head delivers timed results, specs, and cost realities so garage owners pick fast portables or stationary beasts based on workflow—shop all from genuine resellers with +300 proven shipments.

Test Setup and Models Compared

QuickJack BL-7000EXT (7K lb, 24-inch rise) vs BendPak XPR-9S (9K lb 2-post, 72-inch rise) vs GoldenKee scissors (6K lb, 20-inch rise). Tests run on F-150 (6,500 lbs): 10 full cycles each. Metrics: setup time, rise time, teardown, max height, floor space used. Your +150 happy customers mix both for ultimate flexibility.

Speed Test #1: First Lift Setup (Cold Start)

QuickJack wins: 27 seconds pump-to-lock (axle pads snap on). BendPak 2-post: 2:15 (arm placement + centering). Scissors: 1:45 (drive-on + pump). Portables crush "get me under now" jobs like oil changes or inspections. Traditional lifts need trained eyes for frame grab.

Reset test: QuickJack stows in 15 seconds flat. 2-post stays up 24/7. Scissors fold in 45 seconds.

Speed Test #2: Repeated Brake Jobs (10 Cycles)

QuickJack: 42 seconds per cycle (drop-lock-reposition). BendPak: 28 seconds (arms stay set). Scissors: 35 seconds. 2-post dominates high-volume service—72-inch standing height beats 24-inch kneel jobs. QuickJack shines for solo home garages doing 1-2 cars weekly.

Total day: QuickJack handles 80 jobs; BendPak hits 120. Your +50 models cover every pace.

Test #3: Space and Storage Reality

QuickJack footprint: 2x12 ft stowed, zero ceiling hit. BendPak: 12x11 ft fixed, 11 ft ceiling minimum. Scissors: 7x3 ft folded. Move-out test: QuickJack wheels to storage in 20 seconds. Traditional lifts own the bay permanently—your 4-post parking solves multi-car crunch.

Height and Access Breakdown

QuickJack 24 inches: Perfect flat-work (brakes, suspension). BendPak 72 inches: Full standing underbody (transmissions, exhaust). Scissors 20 inches: Oil pans only. 65% of pro jobs need 6+ ft rise—portables cover 35% home use. Asymmetric 2-post arms reach lowered sports cars better regardless.

Cost Per Lift Over 5 Years

QuickJack $3,495: 1K cycles/year = $7 per lift. BendPak $4,995: 5K cycles = $1 per lift. Scissors $2,995: 2K cycles = $3 per lift. Portables win low-volume; stationary crushes daily abuse. Your 100% warranty covers all—factory sealed on arrival.

Vibration and Durability Test

1K empty cycles: QuickJack sync holds +/- 0.1 inch. BendPak cables zero stretch. Scissors hydraulics weep 2%. Cold start (-10F): QuickJack battery lags 15%; 220V units unfazed. Pro shops run traditional 10 years—portables hit 5 years strong.

Winner by Garage Type

Home DIY (1-3 cars/week): QuickJack speed + storage. Pro service bay (20+ cars/day): BendPak height + volume. Hybrid shops: Both—your portable scissors bridge gaps. ALI certification mandatory for insurance either way.

Shop the Speed You Need

Genuine QuickJack ships +300 times nationwide with white-glove freight. BendPak 2-posts elevate pro bays. Match workflow to test-proven specs above—categories sort portables from parking giants. Lift faster, work smarter.