Pail tippers create tight holds with buckets and pails to allow pouring their contents in a controlled manner without having to lift them. They have adjustable holders that secure containers and handles that tilt the tipper to manually dispense their contents. Common uses for pail tippers include pouring liquids and substances evenly into smaller containers to reduce messes and decrease the risks of continued lifting.

Pail hand trucks have wheels and handles that allow them to move buckets and pails without lifting them. They wrap around the pail and slide underneath the pail's base to secure them in place. Typical uses for pail hand trucks include moving buckets filled with paints, coatings, and drywall compounds.