GilesEdward 2T Scissor Jack Kit review

Overview

The GilesEdward 2T Scissor Jack Kit is a budget roadside set built around a manual steel scissor jack, with the basic wheel-changing extras packed into a storage bag. It ranks #9 in our list of the top 10 best-selling car jacks on Amazon UK, scoring 7.7/10 and earning our Best complete basic kit award. Its appeal is convenience: rather than buying a jack and tools separately, drivers get a ratchet, wheel wrench, gloves and tyre pressure gauge in one boot-friendly package.

It sits below the IMAYCC 2.5T Scissor Jack Kit, our top-ranked overall pick, and the GADLANE 3T Scissor Jack Kit at #6, which is notable for its drill adapter. GilesEdward offers a useful spread of accessories, but its lower two-tonne capacity and limited owner feedback make it a more straightforward emergency option than a standout choice for regular maintenance.

Features and specification

The listing gives the jack a 2-tonne capacity and a lifting range of 110–400mm. It is made from carbon steel and weighs 3kg, according to the supplied specifications. The kit includes the jack, ratchet, wheel wrench with 17, 19, 21 and 23mm socket sizes, gloves, a tyre pressure gauge and a storage bag. A two-year manufacturer warranty is also listed.

On paper, the height range could suit a range of cars and some SUVs or vans, but compatibility depends on the vehicle’s jacking points, ground clearance and the load at the lifting point. Check your handbook and the jack’s stated limits before use. Like any scissor jack, it is intended for lifting a vehicle, not supporting one while you work beneath it; use suitable axle stands on firm, level ground for maintenance. This is a manual kit, not a powered or workshop trolley jack, and the listing’s broad compatibility claims should not replace checking fit for your own vehicle.

What owners say

Available buyer feedback is still limited, so it is hard to judge long-term reliability with confidence. The comments supplied are generally positive about the kit’s value, the included accessories and the jack operating smoothly. Some owners also describe it as sturdy or well made, including one who reports using it with a Qashqai.

There is a less favourable comment questioning the build quality, which is worth weighing against the positive impressions. Early feedback cannot establish how consistently the jack performs or how well it holds up over repeated use. Treat the included tools as convenient basics rather than evidence of professional-grade durability, and inspect the jack and accessories before relying on them in an emergency.

Who should buy it

This GilesEdward 2T Scissor Jack Kit is best suited to drivers who want a compact, all-in-one tyre-change set to keep in the boot, and who have checked that its capacity and lifting range match their vehicle. The ratchet, multi-size wheel wrench, gloves and bag make it more useful as a starter emergency kit than a bare jack. Its budget positioning may also appeal if you expect to use it only occasionally.

Skip it if you need a trolley jack for frequent home-garage work, require more lifting capacity, or prefer a product with a longer review history. For occasional roadside preparedness, it covers the essentials on paper; for regular maintenance, choose a suitable trolley jack and separate safety supports instead.