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Vector Pro vs Zenith Ultra: which premium home elevator?
Quick answer
The Vector Pro is our compact premium elevator: hydraulic, 400 kg (5 person), up to 10 m and 4 stops, with an ultra-compact footprint and one of the quietest hydraulic drives in the Australian market.
The Zenith Ultra is our luxury statement piece: a near-silent belt drive, 450 kg (6 person), up to 0.4 m/s, automatic glass doors and a fully customisable cabin. Both are built to AS 1735 with a Factory backed 5 Year Parts Warranty.
Side by side
Vector Pro vs Zenith Ultra, spec by spec
| Feature | Vector Pro | Zenith Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Drive | Hydraulic, with a submerged worm screw hydraulic motor. | Advanced belt drive. |
| Rated load | 400 kg (5 person). | 450 kg (6 person). |
| Speed | 0.25 m/s. | 0.3 to 0.4 m/s. |
| Travel and stops | Up to 10 m and 4 stops. | Up to 15 m and 6 levels (G+5). |
| Standard cabins | 750 × 700 to 1100 × 1350 mm. Bespoke sizing. | 1000 × 1200 or 1100 × 1400 mm. Bespoke sizing. |
| Doors | Swing doors only: Manual single swing (standard), automatic single swing or automatic centre swing. | All 6 door types: automatic frameless, central and lateral sliding, automatic swing, manual swing and automatic bi swing. |
| Cabin | Closed or platform cabin. Customisable finishes. | Fully customisable luxury cabin. Full glass options. |
| Machine room | None. The pump fits in a small cupboard. | None. Machine-room-less. |
| Pit | 120 mm. | 150 to 300 mm. |
| Noise | One of the quietest hydraulic lifts in the Australian market. 42 dB measured on our showroom unit. | Near-silent belt drive. |
| Power | Single phase 230VAC. Around 14 A depending on configuration. | Single phase 230VAC, with an energy recovery system. |
| Smart home | Smart cabin touch panel. | Seamless smart home integration. |
| Install and warranty | 1 to 2 weeks. 5 Year Parts Warranty. | 1 to 2 weeks. 5 Year Parts Warranty. |
Both are wheelchair friendly and built to AS 1735.
Our range
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Full specifications, options and real installs on each model page.
Premium home elevators
- Vector Pro Hydraulic
400 kg (5 person), 0.25 m/s, up to 10 m travel and 4 stops, 120 mm pit. Submerged worm screw hydraulic motor: no machine room, just a small pump cupboard.
- Zenith Ultra Electric belt drive
450 kg (6 person), 0.3 to 0.4 m/s, up to 15 m travel and 6 levels (G+5), 150 to 300 mm pit. Near-silent advanced belt drive with an energy recovery system and automatic glass doors. Machine-room-less.
Need a shallow 50 to 150 mm pit and no oil? Also consider the Atlus. Atlus vs Vector Pro →
Choosing
Which is right for you?
Choose the Vector Pro if
- Space is tight: it often fits into the space of a standard closet.
- Up to 4 stops and 10 m of travel covers your home.
- Swing doors suit you: manual as standard, or automatic single or centre swing.
- You want a quiet hydraulic lift with no machine room.
Choose the Zenith Ultra if
- You want the lift to be a glass design feature.
- You want a larger standard cabin (up to 1100 × 1400 mm) and 6 person capacity.
- A slightly faster ride (0.3 to 0.4 m/s) or more travel (up to 15 m) matters.
- You want sliding doors or the full choice of all 6 door types, plus smart home integration.
See both at our Keilor East showroom, or get a free quote in 24 hours.
Common misconceptions
Myths debunked
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Myth Hydraulic lifts are noisy and smell of oil.
Fact Not a modern design like the Vector Pro, one of the quietest hydraulic lifts in the Australian market: our showroom unit measured 42 dB. Its submerged worm screw hydraulic motor runs with no loud noise, and its leak-proof ram design means zero leaks, spills or odours, so there is no oil smell.
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Myth Lifts are too expensive to run.
Fact Every Lift Ease home lift runs on standard single phase 230VAC household power, and a lift only draws significant power while it is moving. Trips are short, and the motor sits idle the rest of the day. The hydraulic Vector Pro draws around 14 A depending on configuration, less than the standard 32 A typical of electric traction. Your actual cost depends on how often you use it and your tariff.
FAQs
Questions we get asked
Which is quieter, the Vector Pro or the Zenith Ultra?
Both are designed to be quiet. The Vector Pro is one of the quietest hydraulic lifts in the Australian market (42 dB measured on our showroom unit), and the Zenith Ultra uses a near-silent belt drive.
Which carries more?
The Zenith Ultra is rated for 450 kg (6 person). The Vector Pro is rated for 400 kg (5 person).
Which is faster?
The Zenith Ultra runs at 0.3 to 0.4 m/s. The Vector Pro runs at 0.25 m/s.
How far can each travel?
The Vector Pro travels up to 10 m with up to 4 stops. The Zenith Ultra travels up to 15 m and serves up to 6 levels (G+5) in a home.
Are both wheelchair friendly?
Yes. Both are wheelchair friendly, with bespoke sizing available. Raise wheelchair access at the first site visit so the cabin is specified for it.
Can I see them in person?
Yes. Book a visit to our Keilor East showroom. Saturdays are by appointment only.
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