Mini Review: Mastergrip Work Platform

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I need to be able to reach the roof of my Honda Element, so last month I bought a work platform online from Northern Tool. I chose the Ironton Extra Large Folding Work Platform because of the longer platform, higher 330 lb. capacity rating (many platforms are only rated for 225 lbs., and I weigh 230 lbs.), and user reviews. But when I received it, I was disappointed in its construction. While the size and height were good, the leg locks were pretty cheesy, the carrying handle a joke (you can only fit a few fingers through it), and it just didn't feel very substantial.

I happened to be walking through Costco and saw the Mastergrip work platform there. It appears to be a Costco store exclusive; I cannot find it sold or mentioned anywhere online. It's not even sold on Costco.com. The Mastergrip Work Platform is item number 823783; the cost is $59.99. It's a great tool. Here are some product shots:

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The Mastergrip Platform deck is 38" x 12", and is 19.5" tall. It has a claimed 375 lbs. capacity. It does feel rock solid; the Ironton had some flex where this has none.

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Unlike all the work platforms I have seen which have open U-channel legs and deck (like a typical aluminum ladder) the Mastergrip has tubular legs and deck. The carrying handle is a wide and comfortable canvas strap. The red lever on the leg is to secure the legs when the platform is folded.

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The deck is grooved so water will be channeled away, and is also covered in grip tape. The single step on each end is topped with grip tape as well.

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The leg locks use a strong spring loaded pin. There is no doubt when the legs are locked into position.

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Pushing the red lever releases the pin lock.

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The folded size is about 38" x 15" x 8". Due to its heavier construction, the Mastergrip Work Platform weighs 16 lbs. 10 oz. I did not weigh the Ironton before I returned it, but according to Northern Tool the shipped weight including the box is 13.1 lbs. So this platform weighs quite a bit more, but it's still light enough to not be a burden to carry.
 
I want it (two)! Thanks for this review.
 
I like it. Looks pretty nice. Love the grip tape on it for traction. My only complaint about my Werner platforms is they're slick if your shoes are wet. I've debated shooting the tips with bed liner for grip. That's a nice platform. Great find.
 
Thanks mucho for your review.
This one looks like a very nicely built sturdy quality platform.

Perhaps the reason why there's not much known about it, is because it is fresh out on the market?

Possible these might start showing up at the big box home improvement stores given time? Wouldn't mind catching one of these on a black Friday sale! Time will tell.
Mark
 
MarkD51 said:
Perhaps the reason why there's not much known about it, is because it is fresh out on the market?

Possible these might start showing up at the big box home improvement stores given time?
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I just looked at the one-sheet owner's manual and it says "Imported by: Costco Wholesale Corporation." So if Alltrade/Mastergrip sells these elsewhere, it may have a different part number. I checked on Alltrade's site, but could not find a listing for a platform.
 
It sure looks a bit more modern than the Werner platforms. They work but the design is like 1930.
 
Bunky said:
It sure looks a bit more modern than the Werner platforms. They work but the design is like 1930.
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Ha ha...that reminds me of when I bought my radiator tester about 30 years ago, and it said "periodically lubricate the leather packing with oil" and I said to myself "leather packing?!?! leather packings went out 40 years ago in WWII when they invented synthetic rubber!"
 
Very nice! Thanks for sharing this. Looks like I'll be picking one up this weekend.
 
I picked one up at Costco last week and the price was $49.99. Don't know if that is a special sale price as the OP indicated it was $59.99. So far I like it, the non slip tape surely helps when it is wet and cold outside and your driveway has quite a bit of slope to it.
 
You can get the same thing at Home depot or Lowe's for $20 on sale and Home Depot just had them on sale for black friday for $20
 
trekkeruss said:
I just looked at the one-sheet owner's manual and it says "Imported by: Costco Wholesale Corporation." So if Alltrade/Mastergrip sells these elsewhere, it may have a different part number. I checked on Alltrade's site, but could not find a listing for a platform.
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It is not uncommon for manufacturers to grant a different product number for the same item to a large customer like Costco, Wal-Mart, Best Buy

This provides a barrier to "Price Matching" because the item has different product number
 
Pureshine said:
You can get the same thing at Home depot or Lowe's for $20 on sale and Home Depot just had them on sale for black friday for $20
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Nope.

I just got the one from HD and it's nothing like the one in the OP. The one mentioned above looks alot nicer, im happy with my HD one, but it looks/feels like it should be 17.00.
 
Yah the traditional $20 Black Friday Werner platform was great in previous years. This design looks a bit more advanced. A must have at any level!
 
KMdef9 said:
Nope.

I just got the one from HD and it's nothing like the one in the OP. The one mentioned above looks alot nicer, im happy with my HD one, but it looks/feels like it should be 17.00.
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I picked up the same deal from HD and completely agree - it's right on the money @ $17. After seeing the Mastergrip Work Platform, I'm thinking about adding a layer of a non-skid grip material like you seen on skateboards.
 
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