Best Engine Hoist Levelers in 2022 (Reviews and Comparison)

1. Torin Big Red T32100

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The Torin Big Red T32100 beats the other engine levelers by far in popularity. Currently Amazon’s Choice engine leveler, its all steel design gives it durability meant to last. And whenever you do need assistance, Torin offers after sale customer service to help fix any problems and answer any questions.

The Big Red has a maximum carrying capacity of 1500 pounds, making it ideal for most passenger vehicle models.It comes with four chains, each equipped with L brackets. However, those intending to use this leveler on larger engines might find the standard 14 inch chains, and should therefore use longer chains. 

Current users love the fully adjustable nature of this leveler. It comes with three different positions for the chain mount, which helps it suit various engine sizes. The Big Red also features a crank lever connected to a threaded shaft for quick and easy balance adjustments. 

Users can attach this leveler to their engine with ease, thanks to the L brackets. Torin designed this leveler with a primary focus on ease of use to save time and labor. It comes with a one year limited warranty from the manufacturer which covers any factory inherent malfunction. 

This leveler weighs only 2.5 pounds, making it very easy to attach and remove from most engine hoists. The Big Red, of course, comes in red for a sleek and aesthetically pleasing look. And under that nice exterior, high quality steel ensures this leveler will last for years to come.

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Another quarter ton leveler, the OTC 4305 has a carrying capacity of 1500 pounds. This capacity acts as the standard for most levelers, since this capacity fits most non-commercial passenger vehicles. 

Perhaps the most straightforward engine leveler on our list, the OTC 4305 cuts right to the chase. It features a simple black and dark grey exterior to blend right in with almost any engine crane and workshop. 

This leveler uses four 10.5 inch chains to support engine loads. Each chain has an attached L bracket for easy attachment to most engines. However, that 10.5 inch length leaves a lot to be desired. Many users need to replace the chains when lifting larger engines and some reported difficulties doing such. Still, most small to medium sized engines should not present a problem for this engine leveler and its chains.

You can adjust the chain between one of the three built in positions for better handling when it comes to different engine sizes. A crank handle attached to a shaft allows for easy stabilization and adjustment when in use. This helps balance the engine without taking too much time or creating a more difficult experience.

Customers report a very good experience with this engine leveler. Definitely not the most elegant levelers, it still undoubtedly gets the job done. It retails for nearly $60, making it a more expensive option.

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Orion went out of their way to create a heavy duty accessory for the biggest and toughest jobs. This engine leveler can support up to 4000 pounds of engine. This high carrying capacity makes it ideal for the largest of engines, even tractor trailer engines and the like. So no matter the size of your project, you can count on the Orion Two Ton to get you through it. 

Even on the smaller projects users report excellent results with this model. Despite its high carrying capacity, the leveler measures only 21 inches long. Weighing 13.33 pounds, its size and weight make it only slightly larger and heavier than most levelers with half of its capacity. It really delivers without an overbearing size.

However, it does not feature any additional chain adjustment positions. The chains extend from both ends of the unit’s shaft, so while it may suit heavy duty loads perfectly, the chains cannot move for a tighter fit.

The included chains measure nearly 20 inches long. These extended chains really help with larger projects and eliminate the most common drawback of lower capacity levelers. Users rarely complain about chain length with this leveler. 

The Orion also has a crank lever for easy weight stabilization and adjustment. Made from high quality steel, you can count on this engine leveler lasting for countless projects of all sizes. It retails for around $60, putting it at the more expensive end of the spectrum. The high weight capacity justifies this additional cost.

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The Hydraker gets a big strike against it for an advertised capacity of 1600 pounds, while further information indicates a 1500 pound capacity. Playing it safe, we give this leveler a capacity of 1500 pounds. Other than that, the Hydraker engine leveler operates as a reliable product.

It features a crank lever for easy weight stabilization, as well as three chain positions to adapt to various engine sizes. However, this leveler is the shortest on our list at only 17.5 inches long. This may make it more difficult to use on the largest jobs.

All four chains feature an attached L bracket for easy attachment. Strangely, the product information does not indicate the length of these chains. It does however come with two chain rings to increase chain length by 2.9 inches. Users can add or remove these rings to meet each project’s specific needs.

The Hydraker retails at around $45, putting it on par with similar engine levelers in its category. Its Amazon project page features the least amount of reviews compared to the other options, making customer experience difficult to gauge

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Last on our list we have the Powerbuilt Engine Leveler with a capacity of 1500 pounds. This capacity matches it with most of the other products on our list, meaning that it can handle most passenger vehicle engines. 

It comes with 13 inch chains, each with an attached L bracket for easy attachment. While not the longest chain option, it ensures users can handle most projects without too much difficulty. The leveler features three chain mount holes to adjust chain position. This helps the leveler suit a variety of engine sizes. At 19.5 inches long, it also provides plenty of space to operate with.

A crank lever attached to the shaft helps with stabilization. Retailing at around $45, the Powerbuilt engine leveler comes in priced similarly to the other options on our list.