Yes, if the jack moves pallets most working days. A new electric pallet jack costs roughly $1,500 or more in Canada, and the Raelon F4 (3,300 lb) is $1,859. At a $25/hour labour rate, the F4 earns back its price in about a year if it saves you 18 minutes a day, and in about 7 months if it saves 30. If pallets only move a few times a week, a manual jack at $300–$800 is still the smarter buy.
Want to see the models first? Browse our electric pallet jacks, then run the numbers below with your own figures.
In This Guide
What you are actually paying
Prices below are in CAD and current as of September 2026. The manual and market figures are industry estimates, not quotes.
- Manual pallet jack: about $300–$800.
- New 3,300 lb electric jack, market-wide: rarely below about $1,500. Where it lands depends on the manufacturer, the model and the build quality.
- Raelon F4 (3,300 lb): $1,859, with a removable 24V/20Ah lithium battery and charger included.
- Raelon F4-201 (4,400 lb): $2,895–$3,275 depending on configuration, with two batteries and two chargers included.
How fast it pays back
The formula is simple: price ÷ (hours saved per day × hourly labour cost × working days per year) gives you the payback in years. Here it is for the F4, using an assumed $25/hour and 250 working days. Swap in your own loaded labour cost.
| Time saved per day | Labour saved per year | F4 pays back in |
|---|---|---|
| 15 minutes | $1,563 | about 14 months |
| 30 minutes | $3,125 | about 7 months |
| 60 minutes | $6,250 | about 4 months |
The break-even point is about 18 minutes a day. If you are unsure your team saves that much, time one shift of pallet moves before you decide. The table counts labour time only. Operator fatigue, sick days and the slowdown late in a shift add to the case but are harder to put a price on.
Who gets the most out of one
Buyers who see the payback fastest move pallets every day and over real distances.
Warehouses and logistics. Constant moves between receiving, racking and the dock. A customer running a busy cross-docking hub in Brampton reviewed Raelon equipment as reliable under daily demand.
Retail, restaurants and supermarkets. Deliveries arrive on pallets and backroom aisles are narrow. The F4 is 27 in wide with a 54 in turning radius. A verified F4 buyer called it compact and easy to use and said they would order another, and a Richmond, BC customer who picked up an F4-201 in person said it suits their narrow aisles.
Truck drivers. Drivers who load and unload their own freight keep one in the truck box, so heavy pallets do not depend on whatever equipment the customer has. The F4 weighs about 265 lb, so plan how it gets in and out of the truck.
Construction and docks. Moving materials on pallets works on firm, level ground. On rough or outdoor ground, our MN-01 all-terrain jack is the right tool instead.
What an electric jack does better than a manual one
- It moves heavy loads with little effort from the operator. The motor does the pushing, so a loaded pallet no longer depends on how strong the person is.
- Handling is more consistent. Speed and braking are controlled from the handle, so moves feel the same at the start and the end of a shift.
- Less fatigue. Pushing loaded pallets all day wears people out; powered travel takes most of that away.
- Many models lift powered too, so there is no pumping.
The trade-off is a higher price and a charging routine, which is what the rest of this page puts numbers on.
When a manual jack is enough
- Pallets move a few times a week, not every day.
- Routes are short and the loads are easy to handle by hand.
- If you need to lift higher than a few inches, neither type will do. The F4 lifts about 3.1–7.5 in, so racking work needs a stacker or forklift.
If you only need one for a season, renting can beat buying. Raelon sells new trucks only, so see our new vs used guide for how renting and used trucks compare.
What a very low price can hide
A new 3,300 lb electric jack far below $1,500 is a reason to ask questions, not a bargain by default. Before buying any jack, check:
- How long the warranty is and who honours it in Canada.
- Whether replacement batteries and chargers are sold and in stock.
- Whether you can reach someone for parts and service.
- The real rated capacity and the battery type.
A cheaper jack costs more if it sits idle waiting for a part.
What it costs to keep running
The F4 comes with a one-year limited warranty on the truck and its lithium battery, starting on the delivery date and subject to the warranty terms. It recharges in about two hours and runs roughly 5–6 hours depending on workload. If your shift runs longer, a spare 24V/20Ah battery is $580, or the F4 with an extra battery is $2,279. Battery lifespan depends on charge cycles and care, so plan around the warranty and that replacement price rather than a promised number of years.
Not sure a jack will pay off in your operation?
Tell us your typical pallet weight, how many moves you make a day and where the truck will work. Our equipment team will tell you honestly whether it makes sense and which model fits.
Common questions
Are electric pallet jacks worth it?
Yes, if the jack moves pallets most working days. A new electric pallet jack costs roughly $1,500 or more in Canada, and the Raelon F4 (3,300 lb) is $1,859. If pallets only move a few times a week, a manual jack at $300–$800 is still the smarter buy.
How long does an electric pallet jack take to pay for itself?
At an assumed $25/hour labour rate and 250 working days a year, the Raelon F4 pays back in about 14 months if it saves 15 minutes a day, about 7 months at 30 minutes and about 4 months at 60 minutes. The break-even point is about 18 minutes a day. If you are unsure your team saves that much, time one shift of pallet moves before you decide.
When is a manual pallet jack enough?
A manual jack is enough when pallets move a few times a week, not every day, and routes are short and the loads are easy to handle by hand. If you only need one for a season, renting can beat buying.
What does it cost to keep an electric pallet jack running?
The F4 comes with a one-year limited warranty on the truck and its lithium battery, starting on the delivery date and subject to the warranty terms. It recharges in about two hours and runs roughly 5–6 hours depending on workload. A spare 24V/20Ah battery is $580. Battery lifespan depends on charge cycles and care, so plan around the warranty and that replacement price rather than a promised number of years.
What can a very low price on an electric pallet jack hide?
A new 3,300 lb electric jack far below $1,500 is a reason to ask questions, not a bargain by default. Before buying any jack, check how long the warranty is and who honours it in Canada, whether replacement batteries and chargers are sold and in stock, whether you can reach someone for parts and service, and the real rated capacity and battery type.
Decided it is worth it? Our list of the best electric pallet jacks in Canada and the guide to choosing the right one for your business cover the next step, or you can compare the available models directly.
