Are pin-style or ratcheting jack stands safer?

Across specialist subreddits like r/MechanicAdvice and r/Tools, pin-style stands are generally viewed as the safer mechanical design because a through-pin can't slip the way a ratchet pawl can. That said, modern double-locking ratcheting stands (with both a pawl and a secondary safety pin) are widely considered acceptable for home use, and they're faster to adjust. If you're working under the car for extended periods, reviewers lean pin-style.