JET DC-1200VX-CK1
#1 in Single-stageFull review
A well built 2 HP canister collector with a long warranty for a shop with 240 V that wants single stage simplicity.
Amazon $1,099$1,099
The JET DC-1200VX-CK1 is the better dust collector overall, rated 3.6 to 3.3. The JET DC-1200VX-CK1 leads on warranty, suction and airflow. The Bucktool DC1100 wins on value. The Bucktool DC1100 costs $748.20 less ($350.80 vs $1,099).
Bucktool DC1100
#11 in Single-stageFull review
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 $350.80$350.80
Prices 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 JET DC-1200VX-CK1 for warranty (5-year warranty vs 1-year warranty), suction (11.5 in of static pressure vs 8.5 in of static pressure) and airflow (1,200 cfm maximum vs 1,100 cfm maximum).
- Choose the Bucktool DC1100 for value ($0.32 per cfm ($350.80, 1,100 cfm) vs $0.92 per cfm ($1,099, 1,200 cfm)).
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 | JET DC-1200VX-CK1 | Bucktool DC1100 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 28 $0.92 per cfm ($1,099, 1,200 cfm) | 86 $0.32 per cfm ($350.80, 1,100 cfm) |
| Airflow 15% | 70 1,200 cfm maximum | 60 1,100 cfm maximum |
| Suction 10% | 72 11.5 in of static pressure | 39 8.5 in of static pressure |
| Filtration 25% | 59 86% at 2 micron | 50 filter rating not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| JET DC-1200VX-CK1 | Bucktool DC1100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Motor | 2 HP | 1.5 HP |
| Airflow | 1,200 cfm | 1,100 cfm |
| Static pressure | 11.5 in | 8.5 in |
| Filter | canister, 86% at 2 micron | bag |
| Inlet | 6 in | 4 in |
| Collection | 39.6 gal | 39.6 gal |
| Build | ||
| Voltage | 240 V | 120 V |
| Noise | 80 dB | - |
| Weight | 170 lb | 123.5 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 1 year |