Shop press recommendations

[daantjie]

Hi guys

Been looking at getting a shop press but it seems to be all over the place with super dodgy quality. Space is another concern but looks like "bigger is better" really is what counts here.

Are the bench top models just a waste of time?

Any recommendations welcome.
Cheers

 

[gsxr]

I have a 10+ year old (Orange) version of the HF press below... no issues yet, but I've only used it about 3 times in a decade.

Never seen a "bench top" size.

20 Ton H-Frame Floor Shop Press

Amazing deals on this 20Ton H-Frame Shop Press at Harbor Freight. Quality tools & low prices.

www.harborfreight.com

 

[daantjie]

Yup seems like a lot of folks like the HF ones, likely best bang for the buck.

 

[alabbasi]

I have the orange HF press. always worked well for me. I think the one @gsxr suggested is probably the updated version. I've owned mine since around 2008.

 

[Glen]

I've had a 12 ton HF shop press for over 25 years now. I did have to replace the bottle jack about 8 years ago but other than that, no issues.