JET 5 x 6 In. Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw HVBS-56 vs Yokoma 1/2 HP Horizontal/Vertical Metal Band Saw ALT220383

Last updated: November 3, 2026

The Yokoma 1/2 HP Horizontal/Vertical Metal Band Saw ALT220383 is the better band saw overall, rated 3.0 to 2.6. The Yokoma 1/2 HP Horizontal/Vertical Metal Band Saw ALT220383 leads on price. The Yokoma 1/2 HP Horizontal/Vertical Metal Band Saw ALT220383 costs $319.99 less ($615 vs $934.99).

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JET 5 x 6 In. Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw HVBS-56 vs Yokoma 1/2 HP Horizontal/Vertical Metal Band Saw ALT220383

Which should you buy?

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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 weightYokoma 1/2 HP Horizontal/Vertical Metal Band Saw ALT220383JET 5 x 6 In. Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw HVBS-56
Overall rating3.0/52.6/5
Price 25%86 $61567 $934.99
Capacity 20%50 cutting capacity not published (neutral score used)25 5 in cutting capacity
Power 15%0 0.5 hp motor0 0.5 hp motor
Features 30%40 mitering vise or head, vertical mode35 vertical mode, automatic shut-off
Warranty 10%0 warranty not published, scored as none0 warranty not published, scored as none

Specifications

Yokoma 1/2 HP Horizontal/Vertical Metal Band Saw ALT220383JET 5 x 6 In. Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw HVBS-56
Cutting
Cutting capacity-5 in round, 6 in wide
Blade speed79 to 200 sfpm-
MiterUp to 45°-
Vertical modeYesYes
Motor and power
Motor0.5 hp0.5 hp
Automatic shut-off-Yes
Features
Weight-115 lb

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