MEC MME25 Review: Specs, Price and Buying Guide
Last updated: November 2026
The MEC MME25 is a compact, all-electric vertical mast lift with a 25 ft platform height and 31 ft working height indoors (20 ft and 26 ft outdoors). At 31.5 in wide with a zero inside turning radius, it slips through standard doorways and tight aisles in warehouses, schools, hospitals and commercial buildings. It carries one worker plus tools, up to 350 lb.
This review combines verified MEC specs, a hands-on rating from OHR Rents mechanic Michael K., current FleetNow prices, and what to check before you buy.
In this guide:
MEC MME25 Mechanic Review
Michael K., a mechanic at OHR Rents who services and inspects aerial lifts every day, calls the MME25 “very easy to operate,” with straightforward controls and responsive handling. In his experience it is a dependable personnel lift that is friendly to both operators and mechanics, which makes it a strong choice for rental yards and contractors. The video is a product overview and does not replace operator training or the MEC operator manual.
| Category | Michael K. rating (OHR Rents) |
|---|---|
| Reliability | 5 / 5 |
| Performance | 5 / 5 |
| Serviceability | 5 / 5 |
| Ease of use | 4 / 5 |
| Overall value | 4 / 5 |
| Average | 4.6 / 5 |
MEC MME25 Specs
| Specification | MEC MME25 |
|---|---|
| Lift type | Electric vertical mast lift |
| Platform height, indoor / outdoor | 25 ft (7.6 m) / 20 ft (6 m) |
| Working height, indoor / outdoor | 31 ft (9.6 m) / 26 ft (8 m) |
| Platform capacity | 350 lb (159 kg) |
| Occupants | 1 |
| Platform size | 29.5 x 28.5 in (0.75 x 0.72 m) plus 21 in roll-out deck |
| Stowed length | 56.7 in (1.44 m) |
| Width | 31.5 in (0.80 m) |
| Stowed height | About 78 in (1.99 m) |
| Ground clearance | About 2.4 in (6 cm) |
| Inside turning radius | 0 in |
| Machine weight | 3,310 lb (1,501 kg) |
| Drive speed, stowed / raised | 2.5 mph (4 km/h) / 0.7 mph (1.1 km/h) |
| Gradeability | 25% |
| Power | Two 12V 115 Ah AGM batteries (maintenance-free) |
| Charger | Fully automatic, voltage-compensating onboard charger |
| Tires | 323 x 100 mm non-marking |
| Standards | ANSI A92.20 and CSA B354.6 |
Specs are from MEC’s MME25 product page and MME Series spec sheet (2024). Weight can vary with options such as the 1000 W inverter. Check the capacity and height decals on the machine you are buying, since the outdoor rating limits platform height to 20 ft.
MEC MME25 Key Features
- Fits tight indoor spaces: 31.5 in wide with a zero inside turning radius, so it passes through standard doorways and turns in narrow aisles.
- Indoor and outdoor use: 25 ft platform height indoors and 20 ft outdoors on firm, level ground.
- Drive at height: reposition while raised at up to 0.7 mph instead of lowering for every move.
- Roll-out deck with a lift-up gate adds reach over obstacles.
- Easy to own: maintenance-free AGM batteries, a lifetime roller mast, removable upper controls for jobsite security, and a leak containment system.
- Safety systems: multi-axis tilt sensor, descent alarm, drive speed interlock, automatic parking brake and emergency stops at the platform and ground controls.
- Quiet, emission-free electric drive and non-marking tires for occupied buildings and finished floors.
- Jobsite power: 110V power to the platform, with an optional 1000 W inverter.
MEC MME25 vs MME20 vs JLG 1230ES
| MEC MME25 | MEC MME20 | JLG 1230ES | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Platform height | 25 ft indoor / 20 ft outdoor | 20 ft indoor / 16 ft outdoor | 12 ft (indoor only) |
| Working height | 31 ft / 26 ft | 26 ft / 22 ft | About 18 ft |
| Capacity | 350 lb | 350 lb | 500 lb |
| Occupants | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Width | 31.5 in | 31.5 in | 30 in |
| Machine weight | 3,310 lb | About 2,740 lb | 1,740 to 1,775 lb |
| Used listings on FleetNow (Nov 2026) | 58 | 5 | 49 |
| Typical FleetNow asking price | $19,000 to $19,950 (near-new) | See listings | $4,000 to $4,900 (middle half) |
Choose the MME25 when one worker needs 25 ft of reach in tight spaces or some outdoor use. The MEC MME20 is lighter for 20 ft ceilings, and the JLG 1230ES is a low-cost option for 12 ft work (see our JLG 1230ES guide). Need two workers or more deck space? Look at MEC slab scissor lifts such as the MEC 1930SE or MEC 3232SE, covered in our MEC scissor lift guide.
MEC MME25 Price
MEC does not publish list prices; for a new unit, ask an MEC dealer for a quote. Prices below come from all 58 MEC MME25 listings on FleetNow in November 2026. Almost all are 2025 and 2026 units with under 135 hours.
| MEC MME25 on FleetNow | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Price range (58 listings) | $16,600 to $19,950 |
| Median asking price | $19,900 |
| 2026 models (34 listings) | $19,850 to $19,950 |
| 2025 models (23 listings) | $19,000 to $19,500 |
| 2021 model (1 listing, 144 hours) | $16,600 |
Because most units are nearly new, prices are tightly grouped. Expect older, higher-hour MME25 lifts to sell for less as more reach the used market. See current MEC MME25 listings.
Common Uses for the MEC MME25
- Electrical installation and low-voltage work
- HVAC servicing
- Ceiling, lighting and sprinkler work
- Painting and drywall finishing
- Warehouse stocking and inventory
- Signage and display installation
- General facility maintenance in hospitals, schools, offices and retail
MEC MME25 Pros and Cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Very easy to operate, with proportional controls | One person only, 350 lb capacity |
| 31.5 in wide with zero inside turning radius | Platform height drops to 20 ft outdoors |
| Drives at height | Small deck compared with a scissor lift |
| Maintenance-free AGM batteries and lifetime roller mast | Heavier than smaller mast lifts like the MME20 and JLG 1230ES |
| Quiet electric drive and non-marking tires | Used units are mostly near-new, so prices are close to new |
MEC MME25 Buying Checklist
- Batteries and charger: confirm the AGM batteries hold a charge through several full lift cycles and the charger completes a full charge.
- Hours and warranty: most units on FleetNow have under 135 hours; ask whether any MEC factory warranty remains and transfers.
- Annual inspection: ask for a current, documented annual inspection.
- Mast: look for dents, scoring or debris in the mast sections and smooth, quiet lifting and lowering.
- Controls and safety: test the platform and ground controls, emergency stops, tilt sensor, descent alarm and drive speed interlock.
- Drive and brakes: test drive stowed and raised and confirm the parking brake holds.
- Platform: check that the roll-out deck slides and locks and the gate closes.
- Decals and manual: confirm the capacity and indoor/outdoor height decals are legible and the operator manual is on board.
Use the FleetNow inspection app to document the condition of any unit you are considering.
Shop MEC MME25 Lifts With FleetNow
Browse MEC MME25 listings, compare other vertical mast lifts such as the Genie GR-15 and Genie GR-20, or browse MEC scissor lifts and all MEC equipment on FleetNow. Our vertical mast lift guide and Genie Runabout guide cover other one-person lifts.
Cannot find the right unit? Contact the FleetNow team or call 1-216-973-5124. Have equipment to sell? List your equipment on FleetNow.
MEC MME25 FAQs
In November 2026, 58 MEC MME25 lifts on FleetNow were listed from $16,600 to $19,950, with a median of $19,900. Almost all were 2025 and 2026 units with under 135 hours.
Yes. The MME25 is 31.5 in wide, so it fits through a standard 36 in doorway, and its zero inside turning radius helps in tight aisles. It weighs 3,310 lb, so confirm floor and elevator ratings first.
It runs on two 12V 115 Ah maintenance-free AGM batteries with a fully automatic, voltage-compensating onboard charger, so there is no battery watering.
Yes, on firm, level surfaces. MEC rates the MME25 for a 20 ft platform height (26 ft working height) outdoors, compared with 25 ft (31 ft working height) indoors.
It has a platform capacity of 350 lbs, enough for one worker plus tools.
The MEC MME25 provides a working height of 31 ft indoors and 26 ft outdoors, with a platform height of 25 ft indoors and 20 ft outdoors.
Yes. According to Michael K., it’s “very easy to operate” thanks to simple, intuitive controls.
