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 value, filtration and airflow. The JET DC-1200VX-BK1 wins on warranty. The WEN DC1300 costs $353.37 less ($391.80 vs $745.17).
JET DC-1200VX-BK1
#8 in Single-stageFull review
A chip collector for a shop that mainly needs planer and jointer shavings handled and values JET’s warranty. Fine dust needs a canister upgrade.
Amazon $745.17$745.17
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 value ($0.30 per cfm ($391.80, 1,300 cfm) vs $0.62 per cfm ($745.17, 1,200 cfm)), filtration (5 micron vs 96% at 30 micron) and airflow (1,300 cfm maximum vs 1,200 cfm maximum).
- Choose the JET DC-1200VX-BK1 for warranty (5-year warranty vs 2-year warranty).
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 | JET DC-1200VX-BK1 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Value 30% | 90 $0.30 per cfm ($391.80, 1,300 cfm) | 49 $0.62 per cfm ($745.17, 1,200 cfm) |
| Airflow 15% | 80 1,300 cfm maximum | 70 1,200 cfm maximum |
| Suction 10% | 50 static pressure not published (neutral score used) | 72 11.5 in of static pressure |
| Filtration 25% | 39 5 micron | 0 96% at 30 micron |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| WEN DC1300 | JET DC-1200VX-BK1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Motor | - | 2 HP |
| Airflow | 1,300 cfm | 1,200 cfm |
| Static pressure | - | 11.5 in |
| Filter | bag, 5 micron | bag, 96% at 30 micron |
| Inlet | 5 in | 6 in |
| Collection | 50 gal | 39.6 gal |
| Build | ||
| Voltage | 120 V | 240 V |
| Noise | - | 80 dB |
| Weight | 86 lb | 138 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 5 years |