Gripster types compared
Shape, battery, charging port, seal, indicator, size, origin and price class: 14 comparisons based on 519 models.
Round vs. oval
Which pad shape holds better, costs less and suits which format?
Round vs. narrow
Large round pad against a compact rectangular plate.
Oval vs. narrow
Two shapes for long formats compared head to head.
Removable battery vs. USB-C
Swap the battery or charge by cable: what works better on the job.
Rubber vs. foam
The seal decides which surfaces a vacuum lifter holds safely on.
Electric vs. manual
Battery pump against hand pump and lever.
Digital display vs. LED
A number on a display or a traffic light of LEDs.
With vs. without vibration
Is the built-in tile vibrator worth it?
8 inch vs. 10 inch
How much more capacity does the larger pad bring?
Single vs. twin pack
Is the twin pack cheaper per lifter?
China vs. Europe
Price, capacity and features by brand origin.
Branded vs. unbranded
What does a brand name cost and what do you get for it?
Budget vs. premium
What double the price brings in capacity and features.
One vs. two batteries
Is a spare battery in the box worth it?