Rockler Tried to Take on Harbor Frieght and Lost BIG!

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[@3kainos]

Harbor Freight is really focusing on woodworking lately with the Hercules planer (DeWALT 734 clone), the Bauer segmented cutter head jointer, and now this dust extractor. Great to see them showing woodworkers some love!

[@JWill6969]

Yeah I saw that new jointer. I need one and it seems to be just a wen, craftsman, porter cable, grizzly bench top jointers clone. I wanted at least an 8in jointer but I'm considering it

[@3kainos]

@@JWill6969 I don’t think a bench top compares at all with a cast iron floor model, but still, it’s cool to see them give woodworking some attention again. I was sad to see them abandon the larger woodworking tools.

[@skippylippy547]

@@JWill6969 I bought one. I love it. Works great!

[@skippylippy547]

Yes indeed. I bought the Hercules bench top planer. Identical to the DeWalt DW734 12/12".

[@jeremyclaybaugh8790]

There’s a Bauer dust collector coming soon too. $449 with the 3 micron pleated filter.

[@brettk9265]

Not that long ago I bought the rockler extractor. I didn't even know HF had one. I see your points on both but in my situation your issues with the rockler do not matter. I do not roll mine around. It is tucked away underneath my miter station which is something the Hercules wouldn't be able to do. Capacity is irrelevant because most people use a separator. Mine is hooked up to piping that goes overhead before dropping down with the hose so I do not have the static issue with the stock hose. Also will never use the tool plug in because most tools are too much for that to handle. I use a remote control that i typically keep attached to the end of the hose or clip it to my belt loop. The real reason the rockler is better was the most important thing to me of all, THE NOISE! Or lack there of. The number one reason I ditched my shop vac for an extractor was because I wanted it to be as quiet as possible. The rockler is significantly quieter than the Hercules just listening to it in your video. 75% of the noise you will hear with the rockler is just the air being sucked in to the end of the hose. The extractor is sooo quite. The videos I've seen with the rockler do not do it justice on how quiet it is because you cant tell that its just coming from the hose by watching a video.

[@skippylippy547]

I paid $210 for the Hercules w/ a 30% discount coupon. I love it. Works on all my tools. No problems w/ connectors. Planer, jointer, sanders, routers, etc.

[@CatoQassem]

How’s you get that discount?

[@mrniusi11]

where the heck did you get a 30% discount in the month this was out?

[@bdybybb]

I used my 30% coupon for this also. It was a "we miss you" coupon that came in my email. My store did not have it on display and they had to hunt in the backroom to find it. It is a fantastic tool.

[@jcmorales18]

My we miss you coupon was 25% which I used for this as well.

[@williamturner6882]

I just picked up the Hercules yesterday. HF had a coupon for 20% off of Hercules corded tools. $240 was a steal. I Work mostly in my driveway, but even outside I don’t want to be breathing that dust or be covered in it either.

[@edwardmckee7626]

I did the same. Though my store didn't have it in stock so I had to order it and wait for it to get delivered to the store.

[@CountDabulaTV]

A trick that I found to help prevent your hose from zapping you is to take a piece of wire about 3 feet long, I just used some speaker wire, and strip about 6 inches of insulation off of both ends. Then wrap one end around your vac hose, and tie the wire in a knot so it doesn't fall off. The other end of the wire makes contact with your shop floor and acts as a grounding wire for the hose. It aint perfect but it sure makes a positive difference to those negative discharges.

[@norm5785]

The Hercules is a wonderful machine for dust extractor activities. I still use a 12 gal. Craftsman with a Hepa filter for general shop clean up. Thank you for sharing. Everyone stay safe, wai, happy and healthy. From Henrico County Virginia

[@kenerickson4923]

I got the Rockler a few months ago. I don't use the hose often. I have the Rockler small hose and an adapter to standard shop vac hose mountedtomybench. I use a Dustopper between sander and vac to get most of my dust and just use the hose from that kit between Dustopper and vacuum. I like the quiet operation, especially compared to my old shop vac.

[@Anthony-H]

Rockler has some really great products, it kind of surprises me that they missed the mark with this one. No anti-static hose is a deal breaker for me, even if it were at a cheaper price point. And you're right about those bigger wheels and longer handle as well. I just got a new DeWalt shop vac with those features and I don't think I'd ever buy another vac without them.

[@crosscutturning8802]

Matt really appreciate the comparison on these 2. Definitely going to lean towards the Hercules.

[@mitch58100]

Thank you again! Hercules still comes out on top for the price! I plugged my Dewalt DWS779 12 in. Double-Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw @ 15 amps to the Hercules and ran it without any problem. Great suction from the Hercules too!

[@gatordontplay8161]

I bought one and overall it does the job but you are correct about the things the Rockler is missing. If I could go back and not have wasted my money and went with a Hercules or another Festool I would have. For now it will just be a standalone hooked to my miter station as I am just out the window with to return it.

[@gregghernandez2714]

Maybe it's just me, but every time you say Hercules, I can't help but see that image of Mama Klump from the Nutty Professor. When she claps and says "Hercules, Hercules, Hercules!"

[@jpy74]

Hercules! Hercules!

[@gregghernandez2714]

@@jpy74 Is it just 2 "Hercules?" I thought it was 3. Gives me a good excuse to go back and watch it again. I just remember it being pretty hilarious.

[@TacticalTightwad]

@@gregghernandez2714 You can see it in the video at time 18:23

[@roberttillotson4889]

Got the Hercules on your recommendation and had a 25% off coupon so, it was even a better deal. Happy with it. Your opinions are always helpful.

[@731Woodworks]

That's awesome! Glad you got a good deal on it.

[@JoshuaRoslansky]

Same here! Just waiting on it to arrive to start playing with it.

[@jamiethompson-x5n]

I have been looking for a better dust collection on A budget. So YES the hose is a big issue and you helped me to decide which new one to get !

[@kevinshea4353]

Nice review Matt. Yea, I love that festool hose! No ribs makes it not catch on anything. It is the only like that. It reminds me of the old Electrolux canister vacuum. Not sure why no one else makes them anymore.

[@davidromero2690]

I picked this dust extractor today, Harbor Freight had a 15% discount on any item in the store from Friday untill today Nov. 3-2024. So $254.99 of course you have to add tax. ours is 9.05% so add another $23.076 so out the door for $278.07, I thought for a hobbist as I am this is a great alternative. I have been using a normal 12gal shop vac with the bag and a filter. That does well, but this is just a really great option and I think I made a good purchase today. Just thought I would let you know it was on sale. Like a lot of items at Harbor Freight, if you wait and watch, you can usually get a discount or sale pricing. Liked your review and gave me enough insight that I thought it was a great fit for what I do. Thanks again. David

[@Shannon-v3r]

I think the Centec hose and fittings is a way better system than Rocklers. They fit more tools and the connections seem to be deeper than Rocklers and at a better price. I have their regular version, not the anti static, and I’ve never had a problem with getting shocked, ever. More often than not, that’s what’s on my festool just due to switching from tool to tool and the fact that it’s longer. And I threw away the hose to my shop vac because the center had rendered the stock hose useless for the most part. Powertec has just released a hose with more fittings that I’m interested to try, mainly for the fact that the ID is 1/4 in wider, which I wish, Centec and other companies would do. There’s not much out there for larger diameter hoses as far as tool adapters go. Just my thoughts. Great review

[@DIYWoodshopProjects]

I purchased the Hercules two weeks ago. I got exactly what I was looking for. Awesome Vac for the price. 👍💯

[@731Woodworks]

Glad it’s working out for you!

[@DIYWoodshopProjects]

@@731Woodworks Like you explain in the video. It works great when you have control of the air volume. It makes it much easier to use a Palm Sander 👍

[@Snip59]

I have a Festool in Australia and its the best indeed by far.

[@etienneprinsloo6799]

Fully agree, it’s a brilliant piece of kit. Having said that, the price point in Canada sends you to the ER.

[@Snip59]

@@etienneprinsloo6799 indeed but worth it

[@scottmorris4914]

Vote is for the Hercules. The suction control feature sound great, my current Ridgid shop vac pulls the sander down to the wood.

[@patmash]

With the awesome and truthful shirts you wear, I would never second guess your honesty. Great video sir.

[@tomstone2322]

Will buy the Hercules will be a great addition for my small shop

[@elitelawn9547]

Very good review. Thank you.

[@GundamNerd-oo8io]

The 2 biggest factors for me is most of my tools are Hercules brand, and there isn't a rockler store anywhere near me but there is a harbor freight less than 15 mins from my house. So I'll be going with the Hercules.

[@waynerowe8477]

Got the Hercules on your recommendation…got it home and it competes with my large delta. Hooked up the floor tools and while I didn’t get shocked I could see the sparks in the connections between the metal parts. I was being cautious and stopped. HOWEVER, I may have been using the dust right hose can’t remember. They were loud. Glad I didn’t feel it like you.

[@Shannon-v3r]

Your videos are always so timely, I was wondering which one would be the one to get. I’ll probably just end up getting another festool anyway but ya never know

[@barriowoodworks]

Solid comparison review. HF is following the advice that Money May gives to everyone, “step your game up”!

[@dougkelly8956]

Thanks for this review - I'm sure lots of folks will be cross-shopping these units. I actually assumed that the Hercules was going to be a 'clone' of the Rockler when I first saw it, but clearly they are rather different designs.

[@BrandonCabanillas]

I would buy the hercules one. True rockler is a well-known name brand, but harbor freight is coming out with some pretty good quality products. Ty for sharing this info

[@mark2talk2u]

Remember, dust capacity really doesn’t matter. If you attach a cyclone separator, that’s where the capacity comes into play since so little dust makes it to the main unit. If you care about your filters and bags and costs-per-bag, then a pre-separator (cyclone) really makes sense. ---- Overall, I found this video interesting as I’m currently using an expensive option (Festool CT36 + Oneida separator on top). Perhaps I’ll look at the Hercules when purchasing my next extractor for a sanding station.

[@caj122892]

Second the cyclone addition to any vac setup in a shop setting. I have the Dewalt stealth sonic and the matching Dewalt cyclone. Filled it 3 times and the vacuum canister and filter look next to new still.

[@charlessmith1562]

I wanted to like the Rockler extractor too. I shop at Rockler often. But after watching this, I may be heading over to HF. Thank you for your review.

[@jameskuhlman9835]

Some differences from my Dewalt, longer cord, tool power port, but the shell looks exactly the same. Tools for mine go into a bag on the back of the vac vs over the wheels. Love the Dewalt, BTW. Worlds quieter than my Ridgid screamer.

[@thomastieffenbacherdocsava1549]

Harbor Freight has stepped up! Hired engineers from the Name brand companies and results are obvious. Have chicago electric tools still working. Made my own dust extractor by adding a ground attachment on body of smaller shop vac. and adding a ground wire from tool to vac. Wish Id known where I could get serious hose adaption. Appreciate your in depth assessment.

[@robertkerby2581]

Well done!

[@stlwoodworking]

I am still loving my Hercules on my miter saw

[@RenegadesGarage]

731 Woodworks... Being fairly new to woodworking I definitely want the new Hercules dust extractor.. When the budget allows.. LOL

[@larrygerow2638]

I just bought the Hercules, based on your video last week. I would have been upset if you changed your mind a week later. I had a coupon this week and I'm happy with the product so far.

[@johnruff4025]

I use a separate cannister collector rather than depending on the bags. I still have the filter and bag in place but not as a collector. All the dust goes in the separate cannister and is visually easy to see when to empty. I have a Fein collector and the large suction hose attaches to the cannister with the foot tool hose then to the other cannister attachment. Very little material goes into the actual Fein.

[@seanbrotherton542]

Im seriously thinking about the Hercules. Ive had a 3M Xtract sander sitting in the box because im worried my Rigid shop vac wont pull enough air to keep the 3M sander from over heating. I cant afford a Festool dust collector right now so the Hercules is the next best thing. You get alot for $299 and looks like it'll keep my sander safe from the heat issue they seem to have.

[@jaycox5531]

Just bought the last one of those Hercules dust collectors in all of Tulsa yesterday . Took advantage of that 20% off coupon on one Hercules or Bauer power tool they have going on through the weekend .. Haven’t ran it through the paces yet but it seems nice, definitely powerful though

[@stunninersly]

thanks for this video, this helped a lot!!

[@731Woodworks]

Glad it helped!

[@frrapp2366]

maybe hercules will upgrade and put a variable time adjust on the aux equipment outlet!?! i love harbor tho i know some of the stuff is not UP TO STUFF but for someone just starting and on a smaller budget and just using stuff on the weekend or such i think many of the tools are OK thanks for the comparison reviews !!! have fun

[@MemelordSupreme]

The Hercules is my pick for sure if I was buying one. The Rockler one looks exactly like my Ridgid shop vac. I love rockler but I agree, they really dropped the ball on this one. One of the great things about the Hervules and Harbor Freight is the sales.. I can guarantee the filters and bags will totally go on sale from time to time so you'll definitely save on them more frequently than the rockler or other brand variants.

[@bigmactrucker2344]

Very helpful review

[@scottbyrd2157]

Great review Matt!

[@botch3936]

Thank you!

[@MatttKelly]

Give me the quietest one that works well and I'm sold. Dewalt stealthsonic would hit an absolute home run with thisssss!

[@Cythraul9]

The Rigid RV2400HF dust extractor with HEPA filtration originally cost around $300, but it’s now priced at $350 and has been out since 2019.

[@EJB2255]

How about doing a comparison with the either the Hercules or Rocker against a 5 gallon bucket dust extractor. The dust extractor and shop vac would have to be in a all in one cart to compete with movement. Just an idea (also trying to budget for a dust extractor).

[@davidbarnett1755]

Great review, thanks

[@731Woodworks]

You're welcome!

[@oscrfsh]

I am a fan of harbor freight tools. Mainly because they are in my price range...store is near me..and most there tools are enough for me. Def would love one of those dust extractors. My asthma lungs would looovvee it lol

[@valorcarpentry]

Can you test the new Bauer 35 gallon dust collector?

[@MrRondonmon]

(Good commercial idea to Steely Dan ) HF not static at allllll 😎😎

[@316RC]

Another great video! Where do you get those T-shirts you wear?

[@mrloverman162000]

Matt, I just got the Hercules, and I'm loving it, but to drive an hour to get it. They are not in every store yet, and the three stores close to me didn't have one and won't have them until about Christmas. I think it's worth the hour drive, but damn, have your new product in stock pleae

[@angiegallegos1478]

Thanks for sharing this video. I was searching this comparison earlier this week and I’m so glad you are the first to publish. You’re confirming what I suspected. Have you done comparisons on the next level up dust collectors? I’m wondering if anything competes with the Hercules at the $500-700 range.

[@731Woodworks]

Glad it was helpful! I haven't done a video on collectors in that price range.

[@angiegallegos1478]

@@731Woodworks I imagine that would be getting pretty expensive to budget for!

[@731Woodworks]

@@angiegallegos1478 In the $500-$700 range definitely go with the Festool CT36. Can add the bluetooth module on that, has CFM volume control, good CFM. I use one on my miter saw. Great machine.

[@jeremiah3543]

Was waiting for this one. FYI Rocklers came first.

[@capelenglish2559]

I tried to buy one today and none of the HF stores within 50 miles of Atlanta had them in stock. Heck, almost no HF in Georgia had them in stock. The first store I called said they had 10 and they sold out in 2 days. I called a store 100 miles away because the HF website said they had them in stock, but the only one they had was the display model. The clerck told me it didn't work and was just a display.

[@rw7532]

I was just in the Rockler store on Orange CA. I looked at the dust right model in this video. It reminded me of a fancy shop vac with a hepa canister filter and the tool turn on shut off feature. Not 8 pressed by it at all.

[@nolandenton1224]

Just a couple of additional performance related comments from a mechanical engineer/HVAC designer…. Even though the HF has 2 HEPA filters that take up additional space in the bin and costs a bit more, you are getting much better HEPA performance and also airflow performance, especially on the lower CFM setting because the airflow is split across two filters. So from a health & safety standpoint, that is a plus for HF. Also on the HF, or any dust collector for that matter, while a 12 foot hose is nice for stretching across the room to more tools, it does hurt you on actual performance at the tool connect point due to more friction losses in the hose. Effective material handling (i.e dust collection) requires both CFM and air velocity to keep the chips/dust suspended in the air stream and moving to the bin. The ribbed flex hose friction losses can affect the velocity and the suction capability at the business end of the hose, so if you were to experience lower effectiveness at the tool, try a shorter anti-static hose and you will find better dust collection performance.

[@brrman123]

The Hercules looks like it has licensed (or 'borrowed') some of the old-gen Bosch extractor tech. It looks very similar to my Bosch 9 Gal BOSCH VAC090AH (which is a great extractor).

[@MattHmm-rq6dn]

Id like to see a review on the fein turbo 2 which commonly hits that 300ish range on sale. Ive seen the fein turbo go under 300 but without self cleaning like the turbo 2 that's a non starter for me. Ace tool acme many places sell the fein and you'd be doing me a service. I really in the market for a dust extracter that can be around the jobsite and not cost festool prices.

[@Mr.Riojas]

Thanks for doing the comparison. Have to agree that the Rockler appears to be less powerful than Hercules.

[@mwoody4560]

Are either of the filters washable? That can be a consideration since you do not need to replace them as often.

[@davidw2204]

So, the Rockler is going to shock me at random while am operating a variety of cutting tools. A deal breaker!

[@tinkerer4]

Do the Karcher dust extractor next!

[@armstada000]

@731Woodworks Can you do a test on the Herc if you turn down the cfm can you use a higher amp tool? In theory its a 14am circuit protection on the whole tool so I think its worth a shot

[@robertlevine2152]

I would be interested in knowing how a Oneida Low Profile Dust Deputy works with the various dust extractors. If the Dust Deputy works as advertised it would save on bags and filters.

[@brrman123]

I have a Mullet Cyclone in front of my extractor and it does save bags for sure.

[@johnfromfl8063]

The rockler with the static hose, would that be a fire hazzard? With the wood dust or other flammable material? Just wondering.

[@philshock3805]

Harbor Freight also has a new 1.5 HP Bauer dust collector with a pleated filter and rotating cleaning wands. Can't recall exact price but roughly $450 ish.

[@loramcclamrock5549]

Would you Please review router tables??? Please!!❤

[@raaustin777]

I felt the hair on my head stand on end when you were testing the static on the hose.. and I"m bald!

[@raystormont]

And Rockler does not increase the price then they are equals with the Harbor Freight dust extractor and which to purchase becomes a coin flip. Nice well thought narrative with this video, Great review!

[@Mandurath]

This Christmas (black Friday/cyber-Monday etc.) we are very much in the market for a dust extractor. With our budget they were out of reach previously. So, a couple 20x20 box fans with our older house filters along with a shop vac were what we used. Curious how these compare just putting a Hepa filter and a bag on a high hp shop vac, as well as using one of the cyclone/5-gallon bucket deals compare. Both in value and effectiveness. Especially using ones of those cyclone/buckets WITH an actual dust extractor.

[@dj-dg2wx]

Great question.

[@coryavelar4969]

The Rockler is literally a modified Dewalt Stealthsonic. With current sales you can get the Dewalt , a hepa filter and a tool activated outlet for $120 less.

[@caj122892]

I have the stealth sonic and the Dewalt cyclone set up on a cart with a remote outlet. Awesome setup.

[@davidhorizon8401]

Please review the $419 Festool dust extractor.

[@Metelo-e8k]

Will the Hecules dust extractor be enough to suck the dust and chippings from a dewalt 734 planer?

[@nickalgood9808]

Do you have any build videos coming up showcasing all these tools you’ve collected

[@731Woodworks]

I don't

[@numus19]

I just 3d print each individual adapter I need for each tool. Makes it easy to just leave the adapter on each tool.

[@jjhi2760]

Can you use a 2 1/2” hose dust separator on the Harbor Freight dust extractor?

[@AlAmantea]

Matt, the Hercules dust extractor is an absolute game changer for workshop and jobsite dust extraction, especially when you compare it to the Festool offering. The thing is, I think you're comparing it to the WRONG festool DE. When you compare the capacity, features, CFM, and Automatic cleaning capabilities, the Hercules actually goes up against the Festool CT48-AC, which is their grand daddy. THAT extractor retails right now for $1344, which is $1045 MORE than the Hercules. What this actually boils down to is you could buy the Festool vac, and have a similar (albeit more graceful and elegant) extractor experience, or you could go buy the Hercules, and have almost enough money left over for the complete Festool Domino DF-500 kit ($1199) or get the Festool TSC-55 cordless track saw kit with 2 batteries, charger, AND a guide rail track for $879. With that kind of savings, it just makes sense to go that route no matter what your budget is. I do believe you are correct in your assessment that Rockler dropped the ball on this one, and must be completely out of touch of it's users to release that vacuum (I won't call it an extractor right now) without an anti-static hose. That's an assinine move on their part.

[@russmartin4189]

Wait for Ridgid to come out with one. Their warranty is the best. If it ever fails return it for replacement. They replaced an old shopvac and sent it right to my house. No charge! Since I was dealing with them over the phone and at a distance, I just had to take some pictures, take off the cord, and send them a part, not the whole shopvac. It was easy.

[@davidcorliss]

Not every Ridgid tool has the LSA

[@russmartin4189]

@@davidcorliss True, but it is something like a shopvac, so It might have it.

[@johnbaker1263]

I agree with you, HF is the better option..

[@Shadd0724]

would you pick the Hercules over a shop vac with a cyclone attached ? Last week saw a video from another youtuber that built a dust collector with a rigid compact nxt with a cyclone that i feel in love with until i saw this.

[@slowhitEJ1]

Can you throw the Milwaukee dust extractor in the ring? It’s twice the cost but I’d like to see where it falls between festool and Hercules

[@jimpatterson7381]

I have the 18/36 volt Makita cordless track saw. There has to be a way to remote turn this vac on.

[@jeffreygarey6185]

Matt, how do you think this will work with the Dewalt plainer that has a chip extraction assist blower?

[@bobp3738]

Just bought one (the last one in my HF store) and I can confirm it is an outstanding performer. No assembly, by the way. The anti-static hose is - shockingly - a very nice feature! 🫣

[@Timothy-NH]

I seem to recall that running a thin, bare copper wire through a vacuum hose, and grounding it, will make the hose antistatic.

[@derekschalk9772]

I see this video when I just get back from Harbor Freight from getting the Hercules with a 20% off ITC coupon and another 10% off with 1st purchase with their credit card (i'll have it paid off when i get the bill).

[@darrellwhite9808]

Will the harbor freight cyclone work well with the Hercules dust collector?

[@RumpRoast]

New Harbor Freight coupon just came out 25% off one item. Just picked up the Hercules Dust Extractor for $242 including tax.

[@angiegallegos1478]

Have you ever done a video on the power/electrical set up in your garage? I’m getting to the point where the single 15A circuit in my garage is tripping with the introduction of some new equipment. How many circuits are you running in your garage workshop? 20 amp? Higher?

[@731Woodworks]

I haven't done a video on it. I have 3 outlets at 20amp each if I'm not mistaken and one 220v outlet for the table saw.

[@DjLooN]

With Christmas coming I usually get Rockler gift cards so that may decide it for me

[@mattmayes599]

I'm curious what the power cord size is on these 2 vacs. I looked at my Ridgid 16 gallon 6.5hp has a 16 gauge power cord, my 5 gallon shop vac has a 17 gauge power cord, and my Festool CT15 has a 14 gauge power cord. I plug in my sander or my track saw into my CT15 power outlet on the vac. You should be able to plug a circular saw or router into the dust extractor outlet.

[@robertlevine2152]

After thinking about your video it occurred to me that there's an inherent danger with the Rockler dust extractor. When connected to a power tool whether it be a saw, router sander, or other device that produces dust (fuel), has airflow (oxygen), and static electricity (spark). These are the three elements of the fire triangle. You have the elements needed for a dust explosion. If I were buying this extractor I would look for a UL, CE, or other recognized certification laboratory showing the production is safe. If the extractor is labeled I would want to know if it was with or without the hose. 3M and Festool didn't include static-free hoses out of the goodness of their hearts.

[@vmoutsop]

Hercules for the win all day!

[@PointManify]

What am I missing? I spent $129 for a large shop vac, plus another $35 for a bucket and cyclone. It works great. Why would I spend twice that for something with less versatility?

[@Timothy-NH]

IMHO, while the cost of ownership for the Hercules seems to be higher, I think it's the better choice on a budget.