Why do you use manual hoists?

Why do you use manual hoists?

Manual hoists includes chain blocks and lever hoists, The main reason for use of manual hoists is its portability & flexibility against powered hoists, second is the cost, that’s why so many people choose manual hoists instead of electric hoist, besides, they are lots of others listed: Excellent spotting capability are provided by manual hoists and with little maintenance, the maintenance cost is very low, no electrical components which may cause sparks or arcing in explosive classified areas and its operation flexibility

When electric or air power is unavailable, when portability and flexibility of hoists we concern most, when initial cost is a burden for us, when we require precise spotting for the load, when long lifts are not necessary and we only need for temporary uses, then manual hoist are the best choices.
 
 Which manual hoists do you use?

 Economy model with lower cost but without high efficiency
 Premium model with high dependability and quality
 Use one with capacity sufficient and effort required