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 2.7. The BUCKTOOL 5 In. Metal Band Saw Benchtop MBS125V leads on power, price and capacity. The BUCKTOOL 5 In. Metal Band Saw Benchtop MBS125V costs $285.85 less ($282 vs $567.85).
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Klutch 4-1/2 x 6 In. Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw
#11 in StationaryFull review
A budget 4-1/2 x 6 saw for light fabrication in a home shop.
Amazon $567.85$567.85
Which should you buy?
- Choose the BUCKTOOL 5 In. Metal Band Saw Benchtop MBS125V for power (1.5 hp motor vs 0.8 hp motor), price ($282 vs $567.85) and capacity (5 in cutting capacity vs 4.5 in cutting capacity).
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 | Klutch 4-1/2 x 6 In. Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 2.7/5 |
| Price 25% | 100 $282 | 89 $567.85 |
| Capacity 20% | 25 5 in cutting capacity | 12 4.5 in cutting capacity |
| Power 15% | 100 1.5 hp motor | 25 0.8 hp motor |
| Features 30% | 50 features not published (neutral score used) | 20 vertical mode |
| 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 | Klutch 4-1/2 x 6 In. Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Cutting capacity | 5 in | 4.5 in round, 6 in wide |
| Blade speed | 137 to 472 sfpm | 80 to 200 sfpm |
| Variable speed | Yes | - |
| Vertical mode | - | Yes |
| Motor and power | ||
| Motor | 1.5 hp, 10 A | 0.8 hp |
| Features | ||
| Weight | - | 151 lb |