11 best woodworking machines for the home

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Wood remains the most popular material for builders, finishers and DIYers. Wood is easily processed, but household machines should be purchased to obtain quality products. Now the market offers a wide range of woodworking equipment connected to a 220 V electrical network. However, the difficulty in choosing is that the machines have a narrow specialization. Therefore, novice “cabinetmakers” cannot do without the help of experts.

Recommendations for choosing a woodworking machine

Appointment of the machine. Woodworking equipment has a different purpose.

1. Sawing machines are designed for sawing boards, bars, planks both in width and length. These are simple in design and affordable models, where the saw blade plays the role of an accessory.
2. Planer-thicknessing machines allow you to get the perfect flatness and smoothness of the wooden surface. Two knives are installed on a rotating shaft, which, with fast rotation, remove a layer of wood to a depth of 3 mm.
3. Milling machines are distinguished by a variety of used equipment. The equipment has a higher price, but it allows you to perform complex operations, turning a wooden blank into a work of art.

Engine power and revs. An electric motor is responsible for the performance of the woodworking machine. Since motors powered by a household network do not differ in high power (1-2 kW), it is possible to achieve high-quality wood processing due to high speeds. If the shaft speed within 4000-5000 rpm is sufficient for cutting, then a speed of 9000-10000 rpm is required for planing. In some milling machines, the motors spin up to 20,000 rpm.

Precision and convenience of settings. Modern woodworking machines make it possible to obtain quality products. But for this you need to learn how to use stands, stops, guides and other devices. The accuracy of processing most often depends on this.

Safety. Since even household models rotate the cutting equipment at high speed, the operator's work is accompanied by a number of dangerous factors. Therefore, when buying a machine, you should pay attention to the presence of protective devices and emergency shutdown systems.

We have selected 11 of the best woodworking machines for the home. You can buy them in the trade network of our country. When allocating seats, the editorial board of the magazine proceeded from the opinions of experts, taking into account the reviews of Russian consumers.

Rating of the best woodworking machines for the home

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best woodworking milling machines for home	1	Anchor Corvette 83	34 544 RUB
	2	PROXXON 27112	RUB 53,315
	3	Stavr SDF-1500	RUB 16 600
The best sawing woodworking machines for home	1	Metabo TS 254	RUB 53 600
	2	DeWALT DW745	RUB 44,998
	3	Makita 2704	RUB 42,500
	4	BOSCH PTS 10	RUB 28,510
	5	RYOBI RTS1800EF	RUB 21 497
The best planer-thicknessing woodworking machines for the home	1	JET JPT- 8B-M	RUB 26,000
	2	Bison SR-330-1800	RUB 25 390
	3	Enkor Corvette-20M	RUB 20,084

The best woodworking milling machines for home

Household milling machines allow you to perform a number of complex operations for the processing of wooden blanks. They are considered the most complex and costly. Experts have identified several successful models.

Anchor Corvette 83

Rating: 4.9

The Enkor Corvette 83 machine allows you to perform a wide range of milling operations at home. These are transverse planing, curly cutting, grooving, grooves, folds, etc. The Russian machine is equipped with a powerful asynchronous motor (750 W), which is powered by a household power supply. At idle, the spindle speed reaches 11000 rpm. The diameter of the tooling is limited to 90 mm, while the height of the cutting tool reaches 60 mm. The experts appreciated the stability and versatility of the equipment. Includes two collets (8 and 12 mm) for end mills. The model becomes the winner of our review.

Users praise the machine for its compact size, suitable weight (90 kg), and reliability. The only disadvantages are the high price.

Advantages

• wide functionality;
• stability;
• unpretentiousness;
• table height adjustment.

disadvantages

• high price.

PROXXON 27112

Rating: 4.8

Micro-milling machine PROXXON 27112 is prepared for connection of numerical control. It operates on a 220-240 V network, while consuming only 100 watts. The experts liked the stepless speed control, which ranges from 5,000 to 20,000 rpm. The transverse travel is limited to 150 mm, and the longitudinal and vertical travel does not exceed 70 mm. The manufacturer has developed a special collet clamp Micromot, which reliably fixes replaceable nozzles. The model is second only to the winner in price.

Domestic craftsmen liked the machine for its high-quality manufacturing, modern appearance, and precision processing. On the downside, they include a modest configuration.

Advantages

• modern design;
• possibility of programming;
• reliable collet clamp;
• quality workmanship.

disadvantages

• high price;
• modest equipment.

Stavr SDF-1500

Rating: 4.7

The Stavr SDF-1500 milling machine is being sold at the most attractive price. The model is designed for desktop installation, the equipment is powered from a 220 V network. With this simple unit, woodworking craftsmen can plan ends, cut grooves, create curved surfaces. To prevent spontaneous starting of the machine, the manufacturer installed a magnetic switch. Restrictions and stops are available for precise milling operations. The model gets the third prize for its compact size and lightness (20.5 kg).

Experts and users alike agree that the milling machine is suitable for solving everyday tasks. One should not rely on high accuracy, the chip suction nozzle also quickly clogs.

Advantages

• low price;
• lightness and compactness;
• good power (1500 W);
• high-quality assembly.

disadvantages

• ill-conceived chip removal system;
• plastic guides.

The best sawing woodworking machines for home

The most popular household woodworking machines are sawing models. They allow you to cut boards and bars along and across, as well as at an angle. Experts liked the following models.

Metabo TS 254

Rating: 4.9

The German Metabo TS 254 sawing machine stands out for maximum comfort and processing precision. The experts gave him the laurels of the winner for excellent build quality and simple adjustments. The manufacturer has made convenient guides that do not need to be additionally adjusted. The machine is brought into working position within a few minutes. The technical characteristics of the model are also excellent. Thanks to the powerful 2000 W motor and the large disc (254 mm), it is possible to cut 87 mm deep and 630 mm wide. The design provides for the rotation of the cutting disc at an angle of 47 degrees. The equipment has such modern options as soft start and electronic motor protection.

Users appreciated the power, portability and versatility of the machine. The only drawback is the high price.

Advantages

• high power;
• high-quality assembly;
• ease of use;
• mobility.

disadvantages

• high price.

DeWALT DW745

Rating: 4.8

The lightest sawing machine (22 kg) in our review is the DeWALT DW745 model. The American development is equipped with a powerful electric motor (1850 W), a saw blade swivel mechanism (up to 45 degrees). The maximum saw diameter is limited to 250 mm, so the cutting depth (77 mm) is less than that of the leader. But experts praised the manufacturer for the precise emphasis and portability of the equipment. The shaft has no runout and backlash, which favorably affects the accuracy of the cut. A flat table and a tubular frame should be added to the asset of the model. The machine wins the silver in our review.

Users are satisfied with the parallel stop, high cutting precision, lightness and portability. The disadvantages are the overpriced, noisy work, inconvenient location of the shutdown button.

Advantages

• compactness and lightness;
• comfortable stops;
• precise cut;
• high-quality assembly.

disadvantages

• overcharge;
• noisy work.

Makita 2704

Rating: 4.7

Perfect precision in a small workshop can be achieved with the Makita 2704 woodworking machine. Experts drew attention to the record cutting depth (91 mm), which was achieved by a high-speed motor (4800 rpm) and a large disc (255 mm). The advantages of the equipment include a neat and clean cut, which is highly valued by carpenters. The machine could not bypass the review leaders due to the lack of factory calibration. Therefore, before work, you will have to suffer with the setting.

Domestic craftsmen appreciate the model for its mobility, good sawdust removal and a durable native disk. They did not like the noisy operation of the engine, the need to use additional devices for stable accuracy.

Advantages

• quick adjustment in height and angle of inclination;
• effective removal of sawdust;
• high-quality assembly;
• deep cut.

disadvantages

• setting of stops and guides is required;
• noisy motor operation.

BOSCH PTS 10

Rating: 4.6

The BOSCH PTS 10 sawing machine will become a useful thing in the country or workshop. The model attracted experts' interest at an affordable price. The tool is inferior to the top three in our review in terms of motor power (1400 W) and cutting depth (75 mm). At the same time, the machine weighs a little (26 kg), has a smooth start and can be connected to a vacuum cleaner. The advantages of the device include a solid assembly and a rich package bundle. The set includes a hose for a vacuum cleaner, parallel stops, a protective cover, a table extension, additional stops and accessories.

During operation, users have identified a number of design flaws. So the guides become clogged with sawdust and stop moving. The chip evacuation system does not work efficiently, most of the sawdust falls on the operator.

Advantages

• affordable price;
• reliability;
• neat assembly;
• rich equipment.

disadvantages

• ineffective chip removal;
• the guides are afraid of dust.

RYOBI RTS1800EF

Rating: 4.5

The Japanese development RYOBI RTS1800EF stands out among the sawing machines for its low cost. This is partly due to the Chinese assembly. Experts also believe that the manufacturer saved on bearings and guides. However, users in the reviews consider the purchase of a machine a justified measure, if they put their hands a little. The powerful 1800 W motor allows the use of discs with a diameter of 245 mm, providing a cutting depth of up to 80 mm. The model is equipped with a soft start and electronic motor protection, which makes the machine durable. The aluminum table is corrosion resistant and durable. Parallel guides, front and rear stops are responsible for cutting accuracy.

Before starting work, experienced owners are advised to check the accuracy of the adjustments and modify the rip fence.

Advantages

• low price;
• powerful motor;
• smooth start;
• aluminum table.

disadvantages

• short-lived bearings;
• flimsy stops.

The best planer-thicknessing woodworking machines for the home

To get a perfectly smooth and even surface of a wooden workpiece, you cannot do without a planing operation. To do this, it is best to purchase a household planer-thicknessing machine. Today they are sold at affordable prices. Here are some interesting models.

JET JPT- 8B-M

Rating: 4.9

The Swiss design JET JPT-8B-M is designed for home use. It allows you to perform two important operations: planing and thicknessing. Experts highly appreciated the mobility of the machine, it is lightweight (28 kg) and compact. The manufacturer installed a powerful (1500 W) collector motor with a rotational speed of up to 9000 rpm on its product. The machine can handle wood blanks up to 120 mm thick, the planing depth is adjustable from 0 to 3 mm. In the “thicknessing” mode, the speed of movement is 6 m / min, while 2 mm of wood is removed in one pass. The maximum processing width reaches 200 mm.

Users praise the cast frame, compactness, ease of use. The disadvantages most often include the Chinese assembly.

Advantages

• lightness and compactness;
• ease of use;
• high-quality surface treatment;
• acceptable price.

disadvantages

• the build quality is lame.

Bison SR-330-1800

Rating: 4.8

The high precision of processing is demonstrated by the thicknessing machine Bison SR-330-1800. The Russian manufacturer has equipped it with an electronic indicator, the planing depth is adjusted using a rotary handle. Workpieces up to 150 mm thick are automatically fed into the cutting zone at a speed of 4 or 6 m / min. The maximum planing depth is 3 mm with a width of up to 330 m. The model is powered by a powerful 1800 W motor that develops up to 9000 rpm. The machine is inferior to the winner of the review in weight (40 kg), which makes it difficult to move and transport.

Domestic craftsmen liked the model for its stability, good quality of planing, ease of settings, powerful motor. Among the disadvantages, there is a large weight and a small real depth of planing (1 mm).

Advantages

• electronic ruler;
• powerful engine;
• large processing width;
• affordable price.

disadvantages

• heavy weight;
• shallow planing depth.

Enkor Corvette-20M

Rating: 4.7

The machine Enkor Corvette-20M attracted the attention of experts with its high-quality durable construction. With its help, home craftsmen will be able to process wooden blanks by connecting to a 220 V household network. The equipment should be equipped with a cast polished table, stable support legs, and a guide bar with an inclination of 45 degrees. The maximum planing width is limited to 254 mm with a depth of 2 mm. The model is equipped with a 1500 W electric motor that rotates the shaft at a speed of 9000 rpm. The machine is in the top three for a low price and a 3-year warranty.

During operation, users managed to find some flaws. Most of all complaints are about the build quality; before work, you need to check all fasteners.

Advantages

• reliable stand;
• stability;
• low price;
• 3-year warranty.

disadvantages

• ineffective chip removal;
• the build quality is lame.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.