JLG 1930ES vs Genie GS-1930 vs Skyjack SJ3219: 19 ft Scissor Lift Comparison

Last updated: October 2026

The JLG 1930ES, Genie GS-1930 and Skyjack SJ3219 are three of the most common 19 ft electric slab scissor lifts in North American rental fleets. All three are 30 to 32 inches wide, lift 500 lb and run on 24V batteries, so they look interchangeable on paper. The differences show up in weight, platform height, outdoor ratings and used prices.

This guide puts their specs side by side, explains where each lift is stronger, and shows what they sell for used on FleetNow. For a deeper look at one model, read our JLG 1930ES review, our Genie GS-1930 review or our Skyjack SJ3219 guide. To compare more 19 ft models, including MEC, Snorkel and Pettibone, see our used 19 ft scissor lift buyer’s guide.

In this guide:

• Specs side by side
• Key differences
• Pros and cons of each lift
• Which one fits your job
• Used prices on FleetNow
• What to check before buying used
• JLG 1930ES video review
• FAQs

Specs are for current ANSI (North American) models from JLG, Genie and Skyjack spec sheets. Skyjack figures are for the SJ3219 E and are converted from metric. Older units can differ slightly in weight, so check the serial plate and capacity decal on any lift you buy.

• Weight: The JLG 1930ES is the lightest at 2,710 lb, about 500 lb less than the Genie GS-1930 and Skyjack SJ3219. That matters on elevated slabs, mezzanines and floors with load limits, and it makes the JLG easier to haul on a light trailer.
• Height: The Genie GS-1930 has the highest platform at 19 ft 3 in indoors. The JLG reaches 18 ft 9 in and the Skyjack 18 ft 6 in. The gap is small, but it can decide whether you reach a ceiling grid without stretching.
• Outdoor use: Genie rates the GS-1930 for 1 person outdoors up to a 14 ft 8 in platform height. Skyjack lists a 28 mph wind rating for the SJ3219 E. Outdoor ratings on the JLG 1930ES depend on the unit, so read the capacity decal before you use any of these lifts outside.
• Simplicity: The JLG 1930ES uses an electric drive with only two hydraulic hoses and four hydraulic fittings, which means fewer places for leaks. Skyjack is known for its simple relay-based controls and color-coded wiring, which many mechanics find easy to troubleshoot.
• Batteries: Newer Genie GS-1930 units can be ordered with a lithium-ion battery instead of flooded lead-acid batteries. Most used units of all three lifts run on four 6V lead-acid batteries.
• Size: The JLG and Genie are 30 in wide and fit through standard 36 in doorways. The Skyjack is about 32 in wide, which still clears most doors but leaves less room.

All three are slab lifts. They are built for firm, level surfaces such as concrete floors and paved lots, not for dirt or gravel. For rough ground, look at rough terrain scissor lifts instead.

• Weight-limited floors, mezzanines and light trailers: Choose the JLG 1930ES. It is the lightest of the three by about 500 lb.
• Mixed indoor and outdoor work: Choose the Genie GS-1930 or the Skyjack SJ3219. Both carry published outdoor ratings.
• The most reach: The Genie GS-1930 has the highest platform at 19 ft 3 in.
• The newest machine for the money: Skyjack SJ3219 listings on FleetNow include many 2022 to 2024 units.
• The lowest price: 2016 to 2018 JLG 1930ES and Genie GS-1930 units often list for under $5,000.

Need more height? Step up to a 26 ft lift such as the Genie GS-2632 or JLG 2632ES. Other 19 ft lifts worth comparing include the Genie GS-1932 and the JLG 1932R.

Here is what these lifts list for on FleetNow by model year. Prices are asking prices from the first 40 priced listings on each model page in October 2026 and change daily.

The JLG 1930ES and Genie GS-1930 sell for about the same money used, mostly between $4,400 and $5,900 for 2016 to 2019 units. Skyjack SJ3219 prices run higher because FleetNow has many newer 2022 to 2024 units, but 2016 to 2019 Skyjacks are priced in line with the other two. A nearly new 2025 JLG 1930ES was listed at $15,850.

New 19 ft lifts cost roughly three times as much. One online dealer listed a new Skyjack SJ3219 E for about $15,500 in October 2026, and a new JLG ES1930M, JLG’s newer 19 ft slab lift, for about $16,000. Prices vary by dealer, options and freight.

• Hours and age: Most used units on FleetNow show 100 to 500 hours. Low hours matter less than condition, but very high hours on an older unit can mean worn pins and pads.
• Batteries: Ask for the battery age and a load test. A full set of four 6V batteries can cost several hundred dollars, so factor that into the price.
• Charger: Confirm the onboard charger works and shuts off on its own when charging is complete.
• Lift and drive functions: Raise the platform to full height, drive at low speed while raised, and test the emergency lowering system.
• Safety systems: Check the tilt alarm, pothole guards, emergency stop buttons and overload sensing (on newer units).
• Hydraulics: Look for leaks around the lift cylinder, hoses and fittings.
• Scissor stack and pins: Look for cracks, bent arms and excess play in the pins and wear pads.
• Tires and brakes: Check the solid tires for chunks or flat spots and make sure the brakes hold on a slope.
• Paperwork: Ask for the annual inspection record, the manual and the serial plate details.

Buying from a distance? Ask the seller for photos of the hour meter, serial plate and capacity decal, and a video of every function at full height. The FleetNow Inspect app can help you document a machine’s condition.

This video from Lift and Access walks through the JLG 1930ES’s features and controls. It is a product overview and does not replace operator training. Anyone running a scissor lift needs training and familiarization on the specific model they use.

FleetNow lists used scissor lifts from dealers and owners across the country, including JLG, Genie and Skyjack models. Browse JLG 1930ES, Genie GS-1930 and Skyjack SJ3219 listings, or see all slab scissor lifts.

Questions about a listing? Contact our team or call 1-216-973-5124. Have a lift to sell? List your equipment on FleetNow.

For safety rules, heights and training basics, see our scissor lift FAQs.