A hand truck tips a stack of boxes back onto its wheels so one person can roll it instead of carrying it. Most home models are either a two-wheel upright frame or a convertible that lays flat into a four-wheel platform cart. Aluminum frames are lighter to lift, and steel frames are the heavier, more traditional build.
The six hand trucks below include four folding aluminum or steel models, a convertible platform cart and a fixed steel frame. Sizes, materials and wheel details come from each product’s listing page. We have not used these hand trucks ourselves.
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What to Look For
| Feature | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Frame material | Aluminum is lighter; steel is heavier and fixed |
| Wheels | Size and type (rubber, PP+EVA, flat-free) change how it rolls |
| Convertible mode | A flat four-wheel setup suits long or wide loads |
| Folded size | Decides whether it fits a trunk, closet or shelf |
Specs at a Glance
| Hand truck | Frame | Wheels | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teprovo folding | Alloy steel and aluminum; 13 lb | 7 in; listing says both rubber and PP+EVA | 47.24 in handle; no assembly per the listing |
| Strongway steel | Steel; 24.2 lb | 10 in flat-free | 14 x 8.5 in toe plate; P-style handle |
| VEVOR aluminum | Aluminum and carbon steel; 17.6 lb | Rubber, removable | 2 in 1; 42.3 in tall as a hand truck; removable wheels |
| SuZhi convertible | Carbon steel and plastic; 22 lb | 4 wheels, plastic | 29 x 15.5 x 38 in; folds to 34.5 x 15.5 x 3 in; 2 straps |
| Leeyoung folding | Aluminum; 11.5 lb | 7 in rubber | 47.2 in telescoping handle; 2-year warranty stated |
| SEESII 2-in-1 | Aluminum and steel; 17.8 lb | 4 wheels, tool-free change | 3 handle heights; folds to 24.8 x 18.1 x 4.6 in |
The 6 Best Folding Hand Trucks
1. Teprovo Folding Hand Truck Dolly Cart
A 13 pound folding cart with an alloy steel and aluminum build, a 47.24 inch telescoping handle with a rubber grip and 7 inch wheels. The listing says it needs no assembly. The wheels are described as rubber in the bullets, while the part-number field reads PP+EVA, so confirm the wheel type with the seller.
Suits: a light cart for trunk storage. Strengths: low weight and no assembly. Weaknesses: conflicting wheel data in the listing. Skip it if you want a platform mode.
View Teprovo Folding Hand Truck Dolly Cart on Amazon
2. Strongway Steel Hand Truck, 2-Wheel High-Back
A fixed steel hand truck weighing 24.2 pounds with a P-style handle, a 14 by 8.5 inch toe plate and 10 inch flat-free tires.
Suits: a traditional upright frame. Strengths: large flat-free tires and a wide toe plate. Weaknesses: it does not fold. Skip it if storage space is tight.
View Strongway Steel Hand Truck 2-Wheel High-Back on Amazon
3. VEVOR Aluminum Folding Hand Truck, 2 in 1
A 17.6 pound aluminum and carbon steel convertible. It stands 42.3 inches tall as a hand truck and measures 15.1 by 42.3 by 34.1 inches as a platform truck. The wheels pop off for folding.
Suits: one cart for upright and flat loads. Strengths: two modes and removable wheels. Weaknesses: wheel size is not given here. Skip it if you want a fixed frame.
View VEVOR Aluminum Folding Hand Truck 2 in 1 on Amazon
4. SuZhi Convertible Hand Truck Dolly Cart
A 22 pound carbon steel and plastic convertible that switches between a two-wheel hand truck and a four-wheel cart without tools, measures 29 by 15.5 by 38 inches and folds to 34.5 by 15.5 by 3 inches. Two straps are included.
Suits: flat storage and strapped loads. Strengths: straps and a thin folded profile. Weaknesses: plastic wheels. Skip it if you want rubber tires.
View SuZhi Convertible Hand Truck Dolly Cart on Amazon
5. Leeyoung Folding Hand Truck and Dolly
An 11.5 pound aluminum two-wheel cart, 19 by 14 by 47 inches, with 7 inch rubber wheels, a handle that extends to 47.2 inches, a rotating auxiliary handle and an enlarged base plate. The maker lists a two-year warranty.
Suits: a light cart with a tall handle. Strengths: the lowest weight here and a warranty. Weaknesses: two wheels only. Skip it if you want a flat platform mode.
View Leeyoung Folding Hand Truck and Dolly on Amazon
6. SEESII 2-in-1 Folding Hand Truck
A 17.8 pound convertible with three handle heights (26.8, 31.5 and 36.2 inches), tool-free wheel changes and a folded size of 24.8 by 18.1 by 4.6 inches. The listing mixes several figures for different modes, so follow the maker’s instructions.
Suits: a cart with adjustable handle heights. Strengths: three heights and a compact fold. Weaknesses: mixed mode details in the listing. Skip it if you want a fixed frame.
View SEESII 2-in-1 Folding Hand Truck on Amazon
Specs to Check Before Ordering
- Whether the maker describes different modes for two-wheel and four-wheel use.
- Wheel type and size, especially where the listing gives two descriptions.
- Folded dimensions against your trunk or closet.
- Handle height range for the people who will use it.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Skipping the maker’s instructions for the folding and wheel steps.
- Skipping the folded size and finding it does not fit.
- Assuming every aluminum model has rubber wheels.
- Buying a fixed frame when you need to store it flat.
Hand Truck FAQ
Is a folding hand truck the same as a convertible?
Not always. Some fold only as a two-wheel cart, while convertibles also open into a four-wheel platform.
Do they come assembled?
It varies. The Teprovo listing says no assembly is needed. For the others, follow the maker’s instructions.
The Short Version
For a light trunk cart, the Teprovo. For a fixed steel frame with flat-free tires, the Strongway. For upright and flat modes, the VEVOR. For straps and a thin fold, the SuZhi. For the lowest weight, the Leeyoung. For adjustable handle heights, the SEESII.
