10 Best Benchtop Planers 2024

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DEWALT Benchtop Planer – ⭐ Best Overall Benchtop Planer

DW734 by DEWALT

  • Weight: 80 pounds
  • Dimensions: 24 x 17 x 21 inches
  • Warranty: Three-Year Limited Warranty. DEWALT will repair, without charge, any defects due to faulty materials or workmanship for three years from the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover part failure due to normal wear or tool abuse. For further detail o
DEWALT Benchtop Planer
  • Three-knife cutter head with 10,000 rpm cutter-head speed provides 96 cuts per inch, one of the finest finishes of any portable planer
  • Disposable, reversible knives deliver 30% more knife life and make knife change fast and easy.
  • Four-column carriage lock drastically reduces the movement that causes snipe
  • Extra-long infeed and outfeed tables provide 33-1/2" of material support.
  • Powerful 15 amp, 20,000 rpm motor handles larger, deeper cuts in hardwoods.
  • Material removal gauge and extra-large thickness scale deliver accurate cuts with every pass
  • Turret depth stop allows user to return to their most frequently used depths with ease
  • Powerful 15.0 Amp, 20,000 RPM motor handles larger, deeper cuts in hardwoods.
  • Three knife cutter-head with 10,000 RPM cutter head speed provides 96 cuts per inch, one of the finest finishes of any portable planer.
  • Disposible, reversible knives deliver 30% more knife life and make knife change fast and easy.
  • Four-column carriage lock drastically reduces the movement that causes snipe
  • Extra-long infeed and outfeed tables provide 33-1/2-inch of material support. Material removal gauge and extra-large thickness scale deliver accurate cuts with every pass

WEN 6552T 13 in. 15 Amp 3-Blade Benchtop Corded Thickness

6552T by WEN

  • Weight: 66 pounds
  • Dimensions: 25.3 x 21.8 x 16 inches
WEN 6552T 13 in. 15 Amp 3-Blade Benchtop Corded Thickness
  • Onboard material removal gauge informs users about the cutting depth of each pass
  • Plane boards up to 6 in. T and 13 in. W
  • 15 Amp motor generates 25,500 cuts per minute at a 26 ft. per minute feed rate
  • 3-blade design makes easy work out of even the hardest of woods
  • Fan-assisted dust port removes sawdust from workpiece

CRAFTSMAN Benchtop Planer – 💲 Best Budget Benchtop Planer

CMEW320 by Craftsman

CRAFTSMAN Benchtop Planer
  • 15 amp benchtop thickness Planer motor allows for superior stock removal as its 8, 000 RPM cutter head speed provides 16, 000 cuts per minute. The two-knife, quick-change, solid steel cutter head assures smooth operation and long life. Ideal for dimensioning lumber to a desired thickness, and even planes glued-up materials.
  • Hard and soft wood material removal: 15 amp motor provides power for both hard and soft wood material removal
  • Maximum stock removal: Poly-V Cutterhead drive for maximum stock removal
  • Smooth operation: Two knife, quick change, solid steel cutter, head mounted on ball bearings, assures smooth operation and long life
  • Longer cutting life: high carbon steel, double edged, Reversible knives for cutting life

WEN 6552T 13 in. 15 Amp 3-Blade Benchtop Corded Thickness

by WEN

WEN 6552T 13 in. 15 Amp 3-Blade Benchtop Corded Thickness
  • Product 1: Onboard material removal gauge informs users about the cutting depth of each pass
  • Product 1: Plane boards up to 6 in. T and 13 in. W
  • Product 1: 15 Amp motor generates 25,500 cuts per minute at a 26 ft. per minute feed rate
  • Product 1: 3-blade design makes easy work out of even the hardest of woods
  • Product 2: 2.5 amp motor rotates the blade up to 2500 feet per minute
  • Product 2: Create cuts up to 3-1/2 inches deep and 9 inches wide
  • Product 2: Uses 59-1/2 inch blades anywhere from 1/8 to 3/8 inches in size
  • Product 2: Spacious 12-1/4 x 11-7/8 inch work table bevels up to 45 degrees

Makita 2012NB 12-Inch Planer with Interna-Lok Automated Head Clamp – 👑 Premium Pick

2012NB by Makita

  • Weight: 61.88 pounds
  • Dimensions: 30.4 x 19 x 15.8 inches
Makita 2012NB 12-Inch Planer with Interna-Lok Automated Head Clamp
  • Compact with less weight for easy transporting to the jobsite
  • Engineered for faster, easier blade changes
  • Low noise (83dB) for operator comfort
  • 4-post design and diagonal cross supports for stability
  • Large table extensions to support the workpiece
  • Fully adjustable depth stop for repeat cuts
  • L.E.D. light indicates that the planer is plugged into the power source
  • Large and easy-to-operate on/off paddle switch
  • Double edge planer blades
  • Easily adjustable cutting depth for precision planing; Detachable tool box for storage of the standard equipment; Planer Blade Set (793346-8); 2 ea. Magnetic Holder (762014-4), Socket Wrench, Hex Wrench (783208-8), Key (415715-0), 2705X1
  • Compact and lightweight for easy transporting to the job site
  • Fastest and easiest blade change system on the market; uses disposable double edge blades
  • Quietest (83dB) planer in its class

Mophorn Thickness Planer 12.5Inch Thickness Planer Woodworking 1500W Double Cutter

by Mophorn

Mophorn Thickness Planer 12.5Inch Thickness Planer Woodworking 1500W Double Cutter
  • 【PREMIUM QUALITY】- 1500W high-power wood planer, with 2pcs(1 set) double cutter blades, all-metal workbench and steel floor stand. With max cutting width of 12.5" (319mm), cutting thickness of 0.2"-6" (5-150mm), blade speed of 9000rpm, and feeding speed of 315"/min (8m/min).
  • 【CONVENIENT OPERATION】- A crank handle for easy adjustment of the height of cutter head; scale ruler for precise machining; grooves on both sides are designed for easy mobility; automatic feeding design is available, able to auto-feed the materials.
  • 【CONSIDERATE DESIGN】- The dust exhaust interface is able to connect to dust collectors for easy cleanup of the flying wood chips to cultivate a clean working environment; the detachable & heavy-duty stand is available for more sturdy fixation of the wood planer.
  • 【RELIABILITY & SAFETY】- Equipped with power-off protection electromagnetic switch; the overcurrent protector can be tripped when motor is overloaded.
  • 【WIDE APPLICATION】- Designed for planing of old, weathered, rough and worn wood, and giving it an extraordinary smooth finish. Can be used for planning wood, bamboo, lining nylon, etc.

POWERTEC PL1252 15 Amp 2-Blade Benchtop Thickness Planer For Woodworking

PL1252 by POWERTEC

  • Dimensions: 24 x 18 x 14 inches
POWERTEC PL1252 15 Amp 2-Blade Benchtop Thickness Planer For Woodworking
  • FUNCTION: This portable thickness planer serves as an essential tool and workhorse for a wide range of professional and DIY woodworking projects – specifically designed to repurpose wood (old, weathered and worn wood), while giving it an extraordinarily smooth finish
  • EFFECTIVE: Has a heavy duty, anti-wobble base that’s ultra sturdy – providing a non-marring benchtop planer surface that will support an assortment of plane boards up to 12.5” wide and 6” thick
  • POWERFUL: Combines an impressive 15 amp motor with an innovative 2 blade cutting system that delivers deep cuts into your hard woods (raw oak, pallet wood, walnut lumber) and more
  • QUICK: A stainless steel precision cutter head allows this planer to deliver over 18,800 cuts per minute with a 9,400 RPM
  • PRODUCT WARRANTY: Includes a 1 year limited manufacturer warranty for quality assurance

VEVOR Jointers Woodworking 6 Inch Benchtop Jointer 9000 RPM/min Jointer

by VEVOR

  • Weight: 32 pounds
  • Dimensions: 29.9 x 13.8 x 11 inches
VEVOR Jointers Woodworking 6 Inch Benchtop Jointer 9000 RPM/min Jointer
  • 【PREMIUM QUALITY】- High-quality jointers woodworking equips the full metal workbench. With a maximum cutting width of 6 inches (15.24 cm), No-load speed:9000/min, Max. Planing width:156 mm. 
  • 【EXCELLENT PERFORMANCE】- All-copper motor with high power effectively improves the cutting speed of the benchtop jointer. Two handles for easy adjustment of the height and width of cutter head; scale ruler for precise machining.
  • 【CONSIDERATE DESIGN】- The dust exhaust interface can connect to dust collectors for easy cleanup of the flying wood chips to cultivate a clean working environment; This compact design of the jointer planer maximizes space-saving use. 
  • 【RELIABILITY & SAFETY】- Equipped with power-off protection electromagnetic switch, the over current protector, can be tripped when the motor is overloaded.
  • 【WIDE APPLICATION】- Benchtop planer is designed for planing of old, weathered, rough and worn wood, and giving it an exceptionally smooth finish. Planers woodworking can be used for planning wood, bamboo, lining nylon, etc.

VEVOR Jointers Woodworking 8 Inch Benchtop Jointer 1500W Jointer Planer

MGPBJ 8 INCH by VEVOR

  • Weight: 69 pounds
  • Dimensions: 33.5 x 18.5 x 16.9 inches
VEVOR Jointers Woodworking 8 Inch Benchtop Jointer 1500W Jointer Planer
  • 【PREMIUM QUALITY】- High-quality jointers woodworking equips the full metal workbench. With a maximum cutting width of 8 inches (20.32 cm), No-load speed:9000RPM/min, Power: 1500W, Feeding speed of 6M/min.
  • 【TWO-IN-ONE DESIGN】- Combine a benchtop jointer and a planer in one unit, a two-in-one benchtop jointer can maximize workspace. A crank handle for easy adjustment of the height of cutter head; scale ruler for precise machining, automatic feeding design is available when it becomes a planer.
  • 【CONSIDERATE DESIGN】- The dust exhaust interface can connect to dust collectors for easy cleanup of the flying wood chips to cultivate a clean working environment; This compact design of the jointer planer maximizes space-saving use.
  • 【RELIABILITY & SAFETY】- Equipped with power-off protection electromagnetic switch, the over current protector, can be tripped when the motor is overloaded.
  • 【WIDE APPLICATION】- Benchtop planer is designed for planing of old, weathered, rough and worn wood, and giving it an exceptionally smooth finish. Planers woodworking can be used for planning wood, bamboo, lining nylon, etc.

RIKON Power Tools 25-130H 13-Inch Planer with Helical Head

25130H by RIKON Power Tools

  • Weight: 73 pounds
  • Dimensions: 34.3 x 26.5 x 17.3 inches
  • Warranty: 5 Year
RIKON Power Tools 25-130H 13-Inch Planer with Helical Head
  • Powerful 15 Amp, 115V motor cuts wood to a maximum 1/8" depth without
  • 6 row Helical Cutter Head cuts cleanly for a fine, smooth finish on hard or soft woods
  • 26, double sided HSS inserts change easily if dull or knicked.
  • Generous, maximum planning width of 13" and thickness of 6".
  • Powerful 15 Amp, 115V motor cuts wood to a maximum 1/8" depth without
  • 6 row Helical Cutter Head cuts cleanly for a fine, smooth finish on hard or soft woods
  • 26, double sided HSS inserts change easily if dull or knocked
  • Generous, maximum planning width of 13" and thickness of 6"

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