BUCKTOOL 5 In. Metal Band Saw Benchtop MBS125V
#5 in StationaryFull review
A benchtop vertical metal saw for hobby and light repair work.
Amazon $282$282
The BUCKTOOL 5 In. Metal Band Saw Benchtop MBS125V is the better band saw overall, rated 3.6 to 2.5. The BUCKTOOL 5 In. Metal Band Saw Benchtop MBS125V leads on power and price. The BUCKTOOL 5 In. Metal Band Saw Benchtop MBS125V costs $1,368.63 less ($282 vs $1,650.63).
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JET 5 x 8 In. Horizontal Band Saw J-3230
#14 in StationaryFull review
A coolant-equipped horizontal saw for steady production cutting of small stock.
Amazon $1,650.63$1,650.63
Which should you buy?
- Choose the BUCKTOOL 5 In. Metal Band Saw Benchtop MBS125V for power (1.5 hp motor vs 0.5 hp motor) and price ($282 vs $1,650.63).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every stationary band saw; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | BUCKTOOL 5 In. Metal Band Saw Benchtop MBS125V | JET 5 x 8 In. Horizontal Band Saw J-3230 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 2.5/5 |
| Price 25% | 100 $282 | 41 $1,650.63 |
| Capacity 20% | 25 5 in cutting capacity | 25 5 in cutting capacity |
| Power 15% | 100 1.5 hp motor | 0 0.5 hp motor |
| Features 30% | 50 features not published (neutral score used) | 45 hydraulic downfeed, coolant system |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| BUCKTOOL 5 In. Metal Band Saw Benchtop MBS125V | JET 5 x 8 In. Horizontal Band Saw J-3230 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Cutting capacity | 5 in | 5 in round, 8 in wide |
| Blade speed | 137 to 472 sfpm | - |
| Variable speed | Yes | - |
| Vertical mode | - | No |
| Motor and power | ||
| Motor | 1.5 hp, 10 A | 0.5 hp |
| Hydraulic downfeed | - | Yes |
| Coolant system | - | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Weight | - | 151.7 lb |