Best Benchtop Planer for the Money! (Planer Buyer's Guide)

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Best Benchtop Planer for the Money! (Planer Buyer's Guide)
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[@brandonbeaumia]

Bear, you forgot to mention the built-in impeller on the Dewalt 735. If you only have a 120v dust collector it has to be pretty powerful to handle planer chips. The nice thing about the 735's built in blower means you can pipe the chips into a bag or can without running *any* dust collection. It's shockingly effective at doing it on its own, and saves me from having to use anything but a vac for dust collection in my shop.

[@Artisanwoodworks73]

100% agree on the Dewalt higher end. I’ve had mine several years. I take very good care of it. If you do it’s well worth the money and it’ll last. Replacement carbide blades all day for $40/3 blades. I only paid $100 for mine though. Brand New.

[@penguinwrangler1012]

My Dad got the better DeWalt planer and a key feature that we both like about it is you can set it not to go deeper than 1.5”, 1”, .75”, .5”, .25”. Which is nice when you are trying to match a thickness you already have.

[@tabitha2706]

I’ve actually owned the Porter Cable for about 2 years now, and totally love it for my home workshop. It’s done a phenominal job for me

[@Jhovan33]

Have been looking at buying one, but know nothing about the tool. This was a fabulous no nonsense introduction! Thank you.

[@scottdavis8865]

I have had my Porter Cable for 30 years. It works great. As a carpenter contractor I use this all the time.

[@fotopdo]

Another benefit to the Dewalt 735, it has dual speeds, faster removal vs fine finish. I’ve seen the results on the fine finish setting : it’s beautiful. Another tip: look for the 735X, it includes the In/out feed tables and an extra set of blades. If you shop around you get that version for $650 and sometimes with the stand included. Speaking of blades, the 735 uses 2 sided disposable blades. Some people have tried sharpening them, but unlike traditional blades you can’t adjust the blade position to compensate, so one careful sharpening is the most likely possibility. Hence the cost of a helical head makes a little more sense...

[@michaelbayerl1683]

Ive used a DeWalt base model for over a decade. It has performed amazingly well. Highly recommend. Just moved up to a 5 hp 20" Powermatic.

[@92Koondog92]

This was helpful, although we don't have a lot of the brands you talk about. Understanding the difference between blade types and what to look for in regards to stability, etc, will serve me well in my hunt for a planer. Thanks a lot!

[@Mark-sn6kh]

I have a Bauer that I got on the 3rd day for a parking lot sale. Got it for $60. Looked new but was in the refurbished stuff. It's been going strong 2 years now.

[@BradsWorkbench]

I just picked up the WEN with spiral cutterhead. I have a shorts video of it in action up if anyone wants to see it work. The 2 blade WEN planer is my most popular review I did about 2 years ago too. 👍 Also be aware alot of the cheaper options only have 2 screws to raise and lower the motor/cutting head. Which can allow it to become slightly tilted left/right over time.

[@Richard-wk9le]

Nice Review I purchased the Dewalt 735x w/ in and out feed tables and a extra set of blades from Home Depot on Sale for $500.00 about a year and a half ago put it on a cart with a plastic rectanglar box underneath with a exhaust port bag catches about 90% of the dust. I am still on the first blades that have been used mostly on softer woods - very happy overall.

[@twinstickwizard3941]

Got a deal on a used Dewalt 735, brought it home and hated it. Off to KZbin and cleaned the rollers , waxed the table and rotated the knives. Voila!! A great machine. Time came to replace the knives and bought the Byrd head. Again a whole new machine. Quieter, feeds better and the finish is superb.

[@ernieplumley2600]

I bought the Dewalt 735 and after about 5 years of use bought the heli cutter head. What a difference. One day I want to upgrade to a 15 in planer with the heli head. Either jet, powermatic, or possibly grizzly.

[@jazbuilding]

This is a GREAT video. It's just the right length with the right level of detail and moves smoothly. I've been looking at these machines for a while with a fair amount of confusion and this video has helped. I really appreciate the high level overview of the top 3 or 4 things to consider. Thank you and accolades. I'd suggest a follow up might be the next 4 or 5 things that one might want as secondary features.

[@Gmtail]

The main advantage, at least for me on the Dewalt 735 planer is the fact that it has a built in chipper/blower. As we know planers make a ton of chips and dust and by having the built in chipper/blower you don’t need a separate vac hooked too it, only a leaf style bag or trash can with a rag on top and a hose. Really makes clean up a breeze.

[@chriscarter7182]

I have a few thoughts about this. I’m also currently in the market for a thickness planer. I’ve read numerous reviews about the various machines and I’m pretty much settled on the 13.5” Dewalt machine. I am also going to add the **full size** Shelix cutter. A couple of reasons for the Dewalt. First, it’s a rock solid machine. It’s repeatable thickness control is important when planing multiple parts. Second, the infeed/outfeed tables are a bit more sturdy and will reduce the sniping effect that the cheaper, less sturdy machines produce. Third, it’s 13.5” wide! Get the widest width you can, sooner or later you’re going to have something that is just that frogs hair too wide and won’t go thru your machine. So consider the widest cut for your needs. There is a difference between the 2 Shelix available cutters! One is slightly undersize so that it can be installed and removed without first removing the cutter inserts from the cutter body. The other is full size and matches the original cutter diameter, but must be installed without the cutter inserts on the cutter body. The full size cutter, with the inserts, won’t fit thru the bearings. The ultimate difference being is that the smaller cutter will result in the thickness scale on the machine to be inaccurate. You do not need to remove the entire cutter body from the machine to replace individual damaged cutters. Another potential issue for some users is available electrical power. There is a KZbin video that tests the power requirements for these various cutters, and it’s been shown that helical cutters require more amperage. This isn’t a concern for me, but for those with older or limited power supply, it’s something to keep in mind!

[@thomasillinois4934]

I have had the Wen 6552T (three knife) thickness planer for about 2 years. No regrets at all. Third most used power tool in my garage behind the table saw and jointer. I believe my thickness planer is half way to paying for itself letting me salvage wood that I might otherwise have tossed out. FYI, I am a hobbiest not a pro. Also, I throw a lot of the "dirty work" at this thing, so no point getting something too nice. The Wen 6552T does not have 2 upper cross bars, what the Bear saw in the pictures are actually channels which hold rollers for rolling boards back to the infeed side from the outfeed side. However, I believe the solid metal orange "cap" serves the same purpose as the a 2 cross bar system and makes the entire frame more rigid. The large solid flat top has been really handy. I believe this is the lightest 3 blade 13 inch thickness planer out there at 66 lbs. A big issue for me since it will never have a permanent home in the garage.

[@gregj2647]

With the blade style, you can usually move the blade slightly to eliminate the nick unless it’s a big nick.

[@seancgalliher7325]

I have the DeWalt 734 and it's been great. I've abused the hell out of it for about a year now and I really don't have any complaints. I saw one guy said he was still on the first side of the original blades after 2 years. Wow. I'm on the second side of my second set and I'm about to start on my 3rd set. But I don't like ridges in my stock when a blade gets nicked. Ive been working with alot of hickory lately though too. It's really hard and probably a little tougher in the blades than your pine or maple or poplar. Anyway I highly recommend DeWalts lunchbox planer. Can't speak on the 735 but the 734 is a winner

[@hojo70]

Great video! I'm in the market for a jointer, would love to see a similar type video!

[@MrBobisadog]

Well, two years ago I show the wife a photo of the Dewalt 735 and ask her to call me if she sees one while going to garage sales. The very next day, Sunday, she finds one used for $125! Needs a belt and knives. I cleaned it up and also bought the in and out feed tables. So for about $400 it’s still going strong. Thing is a beast.

[@toddharshbarger8616]

Thats what Im looking for!,!!

[@boydmerriman]

So, for another hundred bucks, you could have gotten a brand new one?

[@MrBobisadog]

@@boydmerriman huh? Where are you buying the 735 for 500? Maybe $600 plus u still pay extra for Infeed and out feed tables. Oh wait, you also have to pay tax! If I could buy a new one for $500, out the door, I would have done so years ago.

[@jolox.]

Very informative video. I like how it progresses through each price range and makes you think about what you really might need and helps to understand what the options are. Good job Mr. Bear!

[@robertbennett6418]

I have the WEN 2 blade planer and it works fine. Like that the exhaust port is reversable. Love it. I have many WEN tools and they work well and last.

[@mikewashere9660]

Nearing 50 years of producing wood finery, I agree with bear, the DeWalt two speed surface planer does a great job for the money, my only bitch is the blades, while I recommend them vs after market blades they nick real easy! However, if you know your way around the shop, they're easy enough to re home, and have a adjustable slot within the blade so that you can move the blade different position to avoid the nick areas.. that being said, a scraper blade is faster.. quality work needs to be sanded regardless! One other piece of important info, regards to end nip, this can be adjusted by the out feed table, adjusted so that the end is higher than the planets surface, but don't get carried away, a tiny amount goes a long way! Thanks for the low down on surface planers! Peace and happy crafting to all!

[@DeanRockne]

Something to mention, the big difference between those two dewalts is dust collection. The bigger one has blower that really improves dust collection over your average lunch box planer.

[@jameskelly9800]

I started with one of the first bench top delta planers, $400 back in the day. The feed was lousy, push in/pull out, but that said, I got a lot of work out of it. Next i got a deal on the Bauer. I used it lightly for a few months and had the same feed problems as with the Delta plus it left black rubber marks from the feed rollers. I had to plane 10 eight foot pine boards, so we set it up outside. About two boards shy of finishing the second pass the motor started throwing sparks...sawdust everywhere. Luckily i spotted it, shut off the planer and put out the small sawdust fire before it got bigger. Warranty expired. I now have the Dewalt 2 speed and love it! My big complaint about all of these planers is there are no rollers on the tables like stationary planers have. I think that would help eliminate drag and feed issues. BTW, I gave the Delta to mt neighbor and it's still working. He got the knives out of the bauer for spares as well.

[@michaelmiller1109]

Awesome stuff! My plague is wanting Champaign on a Beer budget. Excellent to know what to look for, what are the gimmicks, and what really matters. I am thinking the Dewalt is the best I can get without jumping to a class outside of my reach. (Must ignore brand loyalties)

[@hojo70]

I purchased the new Craftsman unit and have no regret, it's performed flawlessly

[@jamesrowe6389]

This was the most informative planer video I have ever watched. Thanks for taking the time to do it right.

[@Gspeerutk]

I have the rigid and it does a great job. I chose that over the Wen due to the lifetime warranty

[@jeff1872t]

Thanks to you I got the Wen 3 blade unit for just over 200 after returning the belt sander it came with in a combo deal.

[@arcarioandsons]

A key feature I like about the Rikon is that it has 2 feed speeds, I'm concerned with super high figured hard woods so a helical head and a slower feed speed is exactly what I need and at about 700 bones, readily available through woodcraft... Can't beat it!

[@rileycrain5784]

I don’t understand why they market their planer blade as helical when it is clearly a spiral. Other than that the Rikon would be a good option

[@johnwood1010]

Hi Bear. I had the older Delta single bar 2 blade. I know they say those are disposable blades but I sharpened mine. Not if they were damaged, that almost NEVER happened as I am careful what I plane. I got a very good finish cut with mine. I also alway take a small cut. I now have the Rikon I bought when they first came out , I got it for $599. WOOT 🙏🏻🥳 It’s good but not as great as I had hoped. I Love Jet and have a good amount of jet in my shop. I feel Rikon hurt Jet. I feel WEN is now doing what Rikon did and they hurt Rikon and as you said “ eating everyone’s lunch” . I have never had to use customer service for WEN , probably just consider them semi disposable. I often start with a less expensive tool and later upgrade if it becomes appropriate based on my use. Thanks Bear , always enjoy your content.

[@charlesnichols1215]

Thanks for the educational research, I'm eventually going to be adding a planer to my shop.

[@mikelakes3834]

I've had a WEN 3 blade for about 3 year now, and I Really like it. There is a good bit of snipe on the rear of the board, but for the price I can't complain

[@codelicious6590]

Back in 2007 I found an all steel 13" Delta benchtop planer at the DAV thrift store for $50 the knives were completely toast but I flipped them around and it was Amazing! Best deal I've ever found in my life!

[@denislabrie1094]

I believe from personal experience. Once you break the $400 plateau The 2 speed Dewalt with the 4 post system that is spread out for better rigidity and accuracy rules the long term commitment! Its heavy for sure but when tuned up can save you hours of dusty sanding along with paper.

[@jeffdorrity5609]

I like this type of videos with the quality comparisons as well as the prices!

[@scottyV1000]

I’ve got two - a DEWALT 734 that is my go to machine and an older Delta 2 speed machine that I use for more expensive wood like walnut. I’d like a 735 since it is easier to change the cutter head but the $900 total cost and probable voided warranty is a drawback. Someone on KZbin did a test of the 735 with an ampmeter on it and it definitely draws a lot more power to run the carbide head which means your motor is going to run hot if you run a lot of wood through it at a time.

[@chuckmiller5763]

I have that 1st Delta, it has ran for 20 years, we plane down OAK out of pallets with it. Its great. But yes, if you are spending $500.00, buy that dual head DeWalt for $600.00.

[@josephconsuegra6420]

Own the 3 blade Wen planer. It works great for a weekend woodworker. Also own the Wen jointer, no complaints.

[@Sulkanator]

I think Wen is THE best value brand period. I have an oscillation spindle sander, filtration system, and will likely pick up the 3 blade planer and jointer.

[@MrAnthonyjhays]

I've had the Wen basic for about 5 years. No problems and I've changed the blades only once. I've used it hard, even flattened end grain cutteng boards (with light passes) with no problems. Dust collection is horrible but otherwise a really good buy.

[@johnnorris1227]

I have the wen 2 blade with the granite table and it does really good with dust/chip collection hooked up to my 18 gallon shop vac. It also seems to provide a better finish that way because all the chips get sucked up vs falling back down on the board as its going thru the planer.

[@johnnorris1227]

My only real gripe is the thin disposable blades just don't hold up very well on rough sawn lumber especially if it's hard, knotty, or a little dirty. And once they get a little dull the performance of the planer is greatly reduced.

[@bennettjones9696]

I've got the Dewalt lunchbox and have run miles of Koa and Monkeypod thru it with great results. That's my choice other that my 60" custom i had made for my cabinet shop.

[@wraith2440]

I have a three blade Wen. It works ok but has tear out with anything having curling in the grain. It also seems a little under powered. The depth gauge fell off and after a week or so they sent a replacement. I put it on and it fell off too. I purchased an Oliver. It was $699 but comes with a Wixy gauge and a Shelix blade. It works great and I’m very happy with it. I saw it in a Jon Peters Longview Woodworking video.

[@kenlee5015]

Caution on Wen's spiral blade. Researching it I read that the blades are further apart than others (so less them) and they are only sharp on 2 sides ( half life). I haven't used one and don't know how much those 2 will affect the usability.

[@boydmerriman]

I found the same thing on Rikon, they are not helical and only two sides, not four and less of them. Replacement blades are expensive!

[@chrisbrossette]

Thanks for the great video. I am going to buy a planer, we have worked my friend's Porter Cable to death and need a better model to help with snipe and dust collection. I have been leaning toward the DW735 and changing to the helical head but the Jet or Rikon might be an option.

[@boydmerriman]

I have been doing some research on the Rikon, and though it says its a helical head, it lines up straight and has only two blades per piece instead of four. And they are expensive to replace, like around $200! I almost decided to get that one, but changed my mind quick. Also reading reviews of Bauer, many of them want to return it quick. I prefer a helix, but at least a three blade instead of two. I'm still looking and watching what you got here. Thanks.

[@xisotopex]

the individual blades are four sided and its only necessary to rotate the cutterhead that is dull or damaged, rather than all of them, so it will be a while before you go through all four sides on all 26 cutterheads, cheaper than knives in the long run...

[@tinzel5711]

Thanks for the video this is very informative. I’ll be searching some more on drill presses and bandsaws as well

[@diy-aholic6501]

I went lower cost because I finish sand my projects anyway. So a small nick in a non-helucal is no big deal. If you are going to put a 400 + dollar head on an already 400 to 700 dollar surface planer your bang for the buck options might include a look at commercial grade with its wider capacity or a surface sander (if you have the space, if course).

[@HDBoyWonder]

We have the Wen Benchtop Belt Sander. Good ergonomic design but plastic gears inside and one of the plastic housing’s screws goes right through the middle of the 1.25” dust collection port (which clogs up the sawdust pass-through).

[@scottmcfarland1177]

A lot of the tools look a like because they are! I sold Delta tools 34 years ago! and at the time Drill presses where all very similar with a few cosmetic differences. According to are delta rep the difference was in the tolerance's if a machine did not meet the spec of one manufacturer it would go to another one that may accept the tolerance of the individual machine!

[@TheDWZemke]

I have the dewalt 735 .... love it... next big project I'm buying the helix cutter. Appreciate this video...... love the way you think.

[@Rodbuilder109]

. Great way to show alot of information in a short video helps a great deal in trying to figure out a small compact planer. Thank you

[@TheSalvatoreAmico]

If you can afford it, I would definitely recommend waiting until you can save up the money to buy a spiral head/helical cutter. In the long run you will save so much time and money (Replacing blades.) I had a rigid 3 blade thickness planner and upgraded to the grizzly helical planner the the results are a huge gain. The finishes are cleaner and if a blade gets nicked all you need to do is loosen that one blade and rotate it. Changing the thickness planner blades when one starts creating lines on the wood in the middle of a project is a huge waste of time and very demotivating.

[@eggsngritstn]

About the used planers comment in the video: I agree with the bear, I've not seen a used planer worth what the seller was asking for it. Could just be my dumb luck, but I just kept thinking that a new Bauer or WEN would be a better option. The WENs are out of stock a lot of places right now, so probably the Bauer.

[@robindavis8865]

One of the best features of the $290 WEN Planer that is overlooked by most people and is not, to my knowledge, featured on any of the other units discussed, is the granite table. Other planers use a nickle plated table that can be scratched as easy as the blades can be nicked. This can damage the surface of the wood as much as nicked blades. Replacing these tables are harder and more expensive than blade replacement. This does add some extra weight. However the granite surface is much tougher and can be polished leaving it very slippery which puts less strain on the motor and less friction on the workpiece. It may also be featured on the other WEN models as well. I hope this is helpful.

[@rileycrain5784]

And the spiral model has cast iron bed. The others are stainless. Thought that was pretty cool

[@lechatbotte.]

Thanks for talking about the blades, and how to replace them when they need to be replaced.

[@XAnonymousGuyX1]

I got the HF one for $200 private party. Unopened box. Only used it a couple times but I’m about to use it again this weekend along with my craftsman jointer to square up some 6x6 for an exposed beam project. Will definitely be the biggest test for it yet.

[@DarienCharlton]

How is the harbor freight planer a year later? I was stuck between the Dewalt, the wen and the bauer

[@XAnonymousGuyX1]

@@DarienCharlton it doesn’t see regular use but I still like it. It leaves a good enough surface finish for most things but I still always sand afterwards. I’d definitely recommend it to someone like me for occasional use or use it while you’re saving for a professional one if you’re using it to make money.

[@johngodden1665]

Sorry one more, if you are lucky enough to have a Blaines Farm and Fleet in your area keep an eye on the Dewalt 735X going on sale. I picked up this unit $150 off for $499. Included the 735 planer w/ extra set of knifes and the in/out tables. Great deal at the price.

[@therealsparkman]

LOVE the bear routine! Classic!! A way better approach than some of these schmucks that just don't measure up. Anyhow, getting down to brass tacks regarding these planers, most are without question produced from the same manufacturing company off shore and then proceed to stamp a companies name on it. I mean, even my technically challenged wife could see this. Most of these units are throw-aways when you run into major issues, and make no bones about it, you will if you run them hard. They are just okay for softer woods, but once you start getting into the harder species of wood, then this will become evident. As for the WEN and some of the other units that have the spiral knife heads, check them! They are not the type that you showed in your video. The blades are spaced further apart and you don't get nearly the same cutting smoothness. The three blades on the DeWalt 735 are okay, but don't hold an edge long, hence the investment into a helical cutting head is worth the investment. I find that this unit is by far the best and most solid in the way of construction. It does have a lot of plastic on it though. But if you are a serious DIYer and you want something that will last you a very long time when you are looking at portable planers, then this is undoubtedly the best bang for your buck. Yes, two and even three times the cost of others, but when you consider that replacing a cheaper unit after it has failed and would cost you more to fix it that to buy a new one, then overall the Dewalt is right there. My old man, God rest his soul, always said that a cheap man pays twice! And that is so true. How many times have any of us gone out and purchased something new only to replace it a short time down the road? Bite the bullet and just pay a bit more up front and save yourself the aggravation. Thanks for the video. Cheers!

[@MushroomStampGalactica]

Cmon Lamar.. let’s get down to brass tacks.

[@brewtalityk]

Got the Wen spiral head planer and it's been awesome so far. No issues whatsoever, but there is a little snipe on the first and last boards. Pretty easy to minimize or eliminate that problem with sanding

[@johnnorris1227]

Pretty easy to eliminate any snipe by feeding boards back to back one right after the other. You can also use a short scrap piece to start and end with which will eliminate snipe even on the front of the first and the back of the last board. Another method is to leave boards around 6 or so inches longer than needed and cut to final length after planing then you can cut off any snipe.

[@dethmonger117]

Thanks for the info . Really good to know about different blades and options. Just reaffirmed my decision to use the dewalt for my needs. Thanks again

[@James_Hande]

I picked up a Dewalt planer from my local auction house. I don't remember exactly the model but I think it is a DW734. It looked brand new including the installed blades, plus came with a new set of replacement blades. It cost me $75.00 and has worked great for years. Granted I don't run it to often but it has done great with pine, black walnut, maple, cherry and scrap wood including pallets.

[@leggoego]

i call bs but if not you got a heck of a deal

[@nickstahl1920]

The powertec replacement blades for the dewalt are a great value. 2 sets for the price of one dewalt set.

[@jamesoliver6625]

April and Matt are paid by Triton to use Triton, FWIW. First thing to ask is how much are the replacement knives. That's enough usually to determine which planer you buy. 25 years ago I bought a Delta DC-380. 5 years ago I put a Byrd Shellix head on it. Total outlay $1800 and works all day. It would cost $3000 to replace it. Best "hard swallow" I ever endured.

[@guyh.4553]

Extremely timely. Have been seriously looking at these, ready to pull the trigger. One thing on prices. If you are a veteran, you can get 10% off any purchase at Lowe's. On the $499 DeWalt, that essentially becomes $450. We served, we should use every assistance we can get. Good comparison video!

[@toddharshbarger8616]

What do you need to show? Honorable DC?

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@@toddharshbarger8616 a DD-214

[@julianscott4682]

You deserve that and more. Thanks you.

[@brenttanner9889]

Home Depot does the same discount as well.

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[@thenext9537]

I love my Dewalt 735. I have it against a wall, and I ran a rubber 90 with screw straps into a pvc and ran the pipe in an upside down U shape into a pillow case. Works great. People get concerned with the knives getting small nicks in them - don't worry too much. Yes, it does happen, and you can open the top and shift the knifes left and right and alot of times that eliminates it. However, since I use it for just dimensioning, it's fine. I have tiny little nicks in blade that leave fine lines and it's fine. Why? Because when I go to sand, that all comes out. The snipe doesn't exist once you adjust your in feed outfeed tables to point up on each side. If you don't have tables, then you can build some sort of longer infeed table - just need to account for the thickness ie, 1". I like that the 735 can do 6" height, which is nice to run boards on side either in a sled or not to straighten out a side so I can run it on the table saw. Good tool, it's expensive but it saves a TON of time when you have a stack of lumber and need to get things even. I had about 200 BF of walnut that were 8 to 10 foot lengths and it I had first passes done in under an hour.

[@mramseyISU]

I’ve had that DeWalt 735 planer for about 8 years and it’s great. If I ever upgrade it’s going to be for one of those Hammer 16” combo planner/jointer machines.

[@BradsWorkbench]

Those do look awesome!

[@mrjimmY740]

I learned more about planers from your video, than hours of watching other top 5 or 10 videos.

[@TechGorilla1987]

I'll be completely honest when I say that this was my absolute FAVORITE tool to run in wood shop as a ute. (What's a "ute?") The second being the joiner. The way they left that almost paint-able smooth, true surface gave me a "woody."

[@haroon420]

I literally just saw a KZbin review video on my cousin vinny. Never seen the whole movie. And so freaky that on the very next video, I see a reference to it!!! 😂👌🏽

[@jsed8399]

I was going to go with the wen instead I got the cutech 13in spiral head. It works perfect could not be happier.

[@josephflynn530]

Bought the Bauer planer ..joined inside track club 20%...signed up for harbor freight credit card extra 10% ..total 30 % off....sweet

[@rexseven93]

No mention of the integrated chipper/blower on the DeWalt 735? Great feature. No need for a dust collector and the long shavings from a standard planer don't suck up well anyway. Team the 735 with a cheap cyclone and a garbage can and it's well worth the money.

[@franklandgraff1190]

I love the product overviews!

[@nicklavioletteiii2183]

You missed one! Oliver also has a benchtop planer and that thing is a BEAST! I dont think there's a single feature missing from it. Even comes pre-installed with a Shelix cutterhead.

[@MattJones87]

Few fun facts: The Craftsman is the value-engineered version of the P-C which itself was a VE version of an older Delta model. The Delta was decent as it had a cutterhead lock, but the PC (and I assume the Craftsman) are kinda terrible even at the low price point. Tons of snipe and cutterhead creep. The Powertec, the Triton, and the Harbor Freight Bauer are all the same machine other than the 1 or 2 bar differences. Maybe there’s some differences below the hood, but doubtful.

[@BrandonToy]

I bought the spiral two speed Wen. No issues whatsoever. Very high quality for the price.

[@ricklandau6679]

Just bought the Dewalt 735. Haven'tyet used it yet. Also bought a Wizarding 5 metal detector.

[@danielpittman889]

I use the crap out of my DW735 You're gonna like it.

[@vincechoraszewski2394]

Great video 👍,do you know where can parts for a 12 1/2 inch DELTA bench top planner. I'm desperate 😭

[@southernblueblood5402]

Thanks for the video, I plan on getting the Bauer and my reasoning at this point is that HF offer's a two year warranty on it. So I know that if anything happens to it I can take it back and get a new one. I think it's a good one to start with and if my business grows and it's needed I'll more than likely upgrade to the Dewalt you're talking about. Thanks for all the options. Shine On 🐻

[@johnhill8958]

Something to consider on the insert style cutters. Are the inserts proprietary (available only from the manufacturer) or are they ISO standard and available from multiple sources like Kennametal, Wiha, Walter, etc. My brother bought a Metabo beveler for weld prepping steel plate. Great machine, but the inserts are ONLY available from Metabo at $150 to $180 for a box of 10 (unit takes 3 at a time). Square inserts, but 11 mm circle diameter. Not standard in the ISO insert system. Always research the consumables on a tool. The consumable costs are often the downfall of a frugal tool price. Kinda like inkjet printers.

[@victoryak86]

John, I remember that the Wen inserts are proprietary and relatively expensive. Similar to the printer,cartridge analogy.

[@msk3905]

I’m in the market for thickness planer and am not against buying a lesser brand name if it performs, i bought the Hercules 12” miter saw over DeWalt 780 for this reason. The Hercules IMO is as well built as DeWalt and having owned it for 2 years i made the correct choice. However, when it comes to a thickness planner I am not messing around and getting one that has consistent good/top reviews so going with the DW375.

[@levarrondickerson1828]

Man thank ALOT for that video was trying to figure out how to rate a new planer. Very educational in that area. Thank!!

[@davidperfette1425]

I have the DeWalt 735. It's faced some serious use the past two years and I'm still on the first side of the original blades. They're not perfect, they leave ridges. But the ridges are so slight it takes little effort to remove them with a palm sander. I'm building a new butcher block style work bench and will turn them around after. Prviously, I built a large cherry butcher block top for a kitchen island that seats six people. I'm still debating whether it's worth upgrading to the helical. Since I bought the 535 I sold my drum sander. I didn't need it any more.

[@timm3792]

Off set one blade to the left or right and your ridges will disappear. This is in the design.

[@nirotammahes5966]

Rokler has a great deal currently on dewalt 735x. $649 with portable stand, extra blades and trays.

[@madcacher1119]

Love your vids, mate. Thank you for this one!

[@johndonnelly6450]

I have the Wen 3 blade planer and love it. Do they sell the spiral cutterhead as an upgrade to the 3 blade cutter head?

[@PCPAyLOAD]

Next tool on my list is a table top planer. Was eyeballing the Bauer but after your vid I will look a the WEN 3 blade. Thank!

[@mikemeadows7312]

I have the porter cable and it does everything i need a planer to do, great planer.

[@makermark67]

Can't say i've tried the Triton planer, I do, however, own a triton router and wouldn't trade it for anything. Hands down, best router I've owned through the years. Worth every penny. 3 1/4 hp for $230

[@doalex2085]

Bear 🐻 I don’t know 🤷🏼‍♂️ how to tell you; but Sam’s Club has the Keter work table on sale for $ 24.00 bucks, ya you read it right!!! The wife grabbed 3 of them!!! Ironworker Doug from Concord California!! Shine On !!!!

[@timhunt7830]

Holy cow. I got one for 50 and thought I was doing great !

[@joshsoorlin579]

Too bad non in washington

[@andrewmurphywoodworking]

I've had the smaller Dewalt 734 for over 10 years and have worked it HARD. Has always performed well for me. The only thing I've done to it is change blades (of course) and grease the chain on the bottom. Will you get that kind of performance from the cheaper brands. Probably not.

[@KLD2929]

Awesome video. I'm actually looking for a planer and this will help.

[@chrisdickey1971]

I have a Wen 6552 13" planer several years old. I had no problems with it planing till I ran across a tapered piece of wood and didn't realize it. I started out cutting a 1/32 slice and about half way through it jammed and quit feeding. Turns out if broke the transmission that drives the infeed and outfeed rollers. The part isn't that expensive from Wen so I have one on order. Just a warning to not try to cut more than his planer can handle even by accident. Measure the thickness of your wood at several intervals. Seriously considering buying their newer model with spiral cutters.

[@briancollins2230]

Woodcraft has the Dewalt with an extra set of blades and a mobile stand for 629.00 great deal solid stand. I love mine.

[@cdouglas1942]

Well thanks a lot. YOU just cost me $800+/-....lol. pushing me over the edge on the DW. My 10 year old Ridgid stopped reliably feeding and I've been stewing over repair, buy new etc. I''m sure I'll love it, everyone else does. Thanks.

[@chasegodwin8257]

Much needed info. Thank you!

[@duanevigue1603]

I have a few WEN tools (drill press, scroll saw, 1x30 belt sander with disc) and theyre great AS LONG as you realize theyre not professional tools for all day use.

[@notajp]

You forgot to mention the built in dust extraction blower on the DeWalt 735. AFAIK, no other manufacturer has anything to compare. It’s just amazing how powerful it is! I’ve had my 735 for over ten years now, and have never regretted spending the money for it.

[@jamesrowe6389]

I would have to agree, I have also had my 735 for over 10 years, and love it. Hurt my feeling to pull out the cash many years ago, but have smiled for years. I did not purchase the outfeed table, and have had trouble locating recently.

[@christopherburns5417]

I've also heard that if you change out the cutter head for an "upgraded" version it voids the warranty