I’m considering buying a 4-post lift and have read back through some previous posts on this subject. Just wanted to see whose product everyone is using and level of satisfaction. I’ve checked with Back Yard Buddy (BYB), Eagle, and Panther. Would anyone suggest another?
Panther appears to be virtually the same product as Eagle, perhaps a start up from a former employee or probably buying from the same importer as I assume these are being manufactured over seas? Anyone know?
Eagle and Panther are priced at ~$1900 including ramps and some accessories, plus shipping. BYB does not publish their pricing (though they have online ordering? What’s up with that?), and quoted me $4200 with no accessories! I figured this may have been the chump price, sort of the ask not get not price, but when I inquired as to the price variance to competing products, let’s say their attitude about the price was ummmm………unapologetic.
I could literally buy two Eagle lifts and have them delivered for the price of one BYB. I’d certainly like to buy US, and am not eager to place my ride on a junk lift, but wow! That’s an incredible premium. I prefer the construction of the backyard buddy, but presume since Eagle (not sure about Panther) has been manufacturing and offering this product for quite a while, it is of reasonable quality and reliability. Anyone care to comment on that?
Not sure I can justify double the price for the comparative claims of BYB. The BYB website comparisons on construction/safety seem somewhat compelling, but these days, I'd rather have testimonials from customers who don't have any reason for bias.
Can anyone shed share there experience/opinions regarding these lifts, and what you may have paid and when you bought? –Thanks for your help.
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