Best Cable Pullers

For Heavy-duty Jobs

This puller weighs less than 10 pounds, but it delivers up to 4 tons of pulling power.

The entire tool is constructed from steel, which means it will stand up to rough treatment nicely. Ships with a carrying case for maximum portability. The handle contains a comfort grip to ensure your hand doesn’t slip when applying pressure. Good price.

Claims a 4-ton capacity, but its safe working load is only 2 tons.

Best Bang for the Buck

IceToolz

Fourth Hand Cable Puller

Great Value

Simple design in an inexpensive cable puller that’s perfect for jobs where you don’t need a lot of pulling power.

One-handed operation is convenient for small jobs. Sturdier construction than you might expect at this price. Handles are coated with plastic to help you maintain your grip. The perfect tool for working on brake lines, preventing fraying.

May struggle to control thin-diameter cables with this tool.

Has the ability to complete a wide variety of jobs, as it has up to 5 tons of pulling power.

Uses zinc plating on the gears to provide a greater level of longevity than some other units. Delivers a long handle, so you easily can apply the leverage required. You can operate it 1-handed if needed, thanks to the strong ratchet system.

1/2" Pow'R Pull Cable Pulling Tool, 20 foot, 1,500 lb capacity

A heavy unit that’s not as portable as some others.

Maasdam

For Small Jobs

A simple cable puller that's portable and easy to set up for anyone looking to lift anything under 1,500 lbs.

The long-haul rope-pulling system works great during moves and travels. The ratchet wheel is more precise than an electric one. The notch-at-a-time system makes bringing things down easier. People love having a tool designed with smaller loads in mind,

6K Motorless Cable Pulling Tool

Ensure your load isn't over 1,500 lbs; it's less than many others.

Southwire

Versatile Security

This bolt-free cable puller sets up easily, holds up to 6,000 lbs at peak capacity, and adapts to the job at hand.

This option lifts up to 6,000 lbs at peak capacity with 12 and 44 fpm speed settings. The pulling system adapts to your current job's needs with 5 included conduit adapters out of the box. The whole thing weighs less than 40 lbs, too.