A budget 1.5 HP bag collector for a hobby shop that wants big rated numbers and can live with an unrated filter and a short warranty.
Amazon $350.80The Bucktool DC1100 is the better dust collector overall, rated 3.3 to 3.1. The Bucktool DC1100 leads on airflow. The Bucktool DC50 costs $81.80 less ($269 vs $350.80).
For a small shop that wants a collector that switches on with the tool, at a low price, and can accept a short warranty.
Amazon $269Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Bucktool DC1100 for airflow (1,100 cfm maximum vs 750 cfm maximum).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every single-stage dust collector; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Bucktool DC1100 | Bucktool DC50 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 86 $0.32 per cfm ($350.80, 1,100 cfm) | 80 $0.36 per cfm ($269, 750 cfm) |
| Airflow 15% | 60 1,100 cfm maximum | 25 750 cfm maximum |
| Suction 10% | 39 8.5 in of static pressure | 39 8.5 in of static pressure |
| Filtration 25% | 50 filter rating not published (neutral score used) | 54 2.5 micron |
| Warranty 20% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Bucktool DC1100 | Bucktool DC50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Motor | 1.5 HP | 1.2 HP |
| Airflow | 1,100 cfm | 750 cfm |
| Static pressure | 8.5 in | 8.5 in |
| Filter | bag | bag, 2.5 micron |
| Inlet | 4 in | - |
| Collection | 39.6 gal | 40.4 gal |
| Build | ||
| Voltage | 120 V | 120 V |
| Remote | - | No |
| Weight | 123.5 lb | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
