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 2.5. The Klutch 4-1/2 x 6 In. Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw leads on price and power. The JET 5 x 8 In. Horizontal Band Saw J-3230 wins on features and capacity. The Klutch 4-1/2 x 6 In. Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw costs $1,082.78 less ($567.85 vs $1,650.63).
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JET 5 x 8 In. Horizontal Band Saw J-3230
#14 in StationaryFull review
A coolant-equipped horizontal saw for steady production cutting of small stock.
Amazon $1,650.63$1,650.63
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Klutch 4-1/2 x 6 In. Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw for price ($567.85 vs $1,650.63) and power (0.8 hp motor vs 0.5 hp motor).
- Choose the JET 5 x 8 In. Horizontal Band Saw J-3230 for features (hydraulic downfeed, coolant system 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 8 In. Horizontal Band Saw J-3230 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.7/5 | 2.5/5 |
| Price 25% | 89 $567.85 | 41 $1,650.63 |
| 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, coolant system |
| 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 8 In. Horizontal Band Saw J-3230 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Cutting capacity | 4.5 in round, 6 in wide | 5 in round, 8 in wide |
| Blade speed | 80 to 200 sfpm | - |
| Vertical mode | Yes | No |
| Motor and power | ||
| Motor | 0.8 hp | 0.5 hp |
| Hydraulic downfeed | - | Yes |
| Coolant system | - | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Weight | 151 lb | 151.7 lb |