Powermatic PM1300TX-CK
#6 in Single-stageFull review
A premium single stage collector for a 120 V shop that wants a big bag, a timer remote and a five year warranty, and doesn’t mind paying for them.
Amazon $1,407$1,407
The Powermatic PM1300TX-CK is the better dust collector overall, rated 3.5 to 3.3. The Powermatic PM1300TX-CK leads on warranty. The Grizzly G1028Z2 wins on value. The Grizzly G1028Z2 costs $882 less ($525 vs $1,407).
Grizzly G1028Z2
#10 in Single-stageFull review
A low cost bag collector for a garage shop that mainly needs chips off the floor from a planer or table saw. Add a canister filter if fine dust is the worry.
Grizzly $525$525
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 Powermatic PM1300TX-CK for warranty (5-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
- Choose the Grizzly G1028Z2 for value ($0.40 per cfm ($525, 1,300 cfm) vs $1.08 per cfm ($1,407, 1,300 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 | Powermatic PM1300TX-CK | Grizzly G1028Z2 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 18 $1.08 per cfm ($1,407, 1,300 cfm) | 73 $0.40 per cfm ($525, 1,300 cfm) |
| Airflow 15% | 80 1,300 cfm maximum | 80 1,300 cfm maximum |
| Suction 10% | 50 static pressure not published (neutral score used) | 44 9 in of static pressure |
| Filtration 25% | 59 98% at 2 micron | 54 2.5 micron |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Powermatic PM1300TX-CK | Grizzly G1028Z2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Motor | 1.8 HP | 1.5 HP |
| Airflow | 1,300 cfm | 1,300 cfm |
| Static pressure | - | 9 in |
| Filter | canister, 98% at 2 micron | bag, 2.5 micron |
| Inlet | 4 in | 6 in |
| Collection | 74.8 gal | 42.6 gal |
| Build | ||
| Voltage | 120 V | 120 V |
| Remote | Yes | - |
| Weight | 154 lb | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | 1 year |