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
The Klutch 4-1/2 x 6 In. Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw is the better band saw overall, rated 2.7 to 2.6. The Klutch 4-1/2 x 6 In. Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw leads on price and power. The JET 5 x 6 In. Mitering Horizontal Band Saw HBS-56S wins on features and capacity. The Klutch 4-1/2 x 6 In. Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw costs $734.57 less ($567.85 vs $1,302.42).
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JET 5 x 6 In. Mitering Horizontal Band Saw HBS-56S
#13 in StationaryFull review
A compact mitering saw for shops that cut a lot of angles in small stock.
Amazon $1,302.42$1,302.42
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Klutch 4-1/2 x 6 In. Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw for price ($567.85 vs $1,302.42) and power (0.8 hp motor vs 0.5 hp motor).
- Choose the JET 5 x 6 In. Mitering Horizontal Band Saw HBS-56S for features (hydraulic downfeed, mitering vise or head vs vertical mode) 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 | Klutch 4-1/2 x 6 In. Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw | JET 5 x 6 In. Mitering Horizontal Band Saw HBS-56S |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.7/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Price 25% | 89 $567.85 | 51 $1,302.42 |
| Capacity 20% | 12 4.5 in cutting capacity | 25 5 in cutting capacity |
| Power 15% | 25 0.8 hp motor | 0 0.5 hp motor |
| Features 30% | 20 vertical mode | 45 hydraulic downfeed, mitering vise or head |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Klutch 4-1/2 x 6 In. Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw | JET 5 x 6 In. Mitering Horizontal Band Saw HBS-56S | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Cutting capacity | 4.5 in round, 6 in wide | 5 in round, 6 in wide |
| Blade speed | 80 to 200 sfpm | - |
| Miter | - | Up to 60° |
| Vertical mode | Yes | No |
| Motor and power | ||
| Motor | 0.8 hp | 0.5 hp |
| Hydraulic downfeed | - | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Weight | 151 lb | 176 lb |