WEN DC1300
#5 in Single-stageFull review
A low cost full size bag collector for a hobby shop that wants planer and saw chips handled on a 120 V circuit.
Amazon $391.80$391.80
The WEN DC1300 is the better dust collector overall, rated 3.6 to 3.3. The WEN DC1300 leads on warranty and value. The Grizzly G1028Z2 wins on filtration. The WEN DC1300 costs $133.20 less ($391.80 vs $525).
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 WEN DC1300 for warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and value ($0.30 per cfm ($391.80, 1,300 cfm) vs $0.40 per cfm ($525, 1,300 cfm)).
- Choose the Grizzly G1028Z2 for filtration (2.5 micron vs 5 micron).
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 | WEN DC1300 | Grizzly G1028Z2 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 90 $0.30 per cfm ($391.80, 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% | 39 5 micron | 54 2.5 micron |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| WEN DC1300 | Grizzly G1028Z2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Motor | - | 1.5 HP |
| Airflow | 1,300 cfm | 1,300 cfm |
| Static pressure | - | 9 in |
| Filter | bag, 5 micron | bag, 2.5 micron |
| Inlet | 5 in | 6 in |
| Collection | 50 gal | 42.6 gal |
| Build | ||
| Voltage | 120 V | 120 V |
| Weight | 86 lb | - |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |