PowerSmart Portable Band Saw PS3051
A well-equipped budget saw with a base for both handheld and bench cutting.
Amazon $159.99$159.99
The PowerSmart Portable Band Saw PS3051 rates 4.3 among corded portable band saws; the JET 5 x 8 In. Horizontal Band Saw J-3230 rates 2.5 among stationary ones. The PowerSmart Portable Band Saw PS3051 costs $1,490.64 less ($159.99 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
Scores side by side
These two sit in different type classes (corded portable and stationary), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own type peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | PowerSmart Portable Band Saw PS3051 | JET 5 x 8 In. Horizontal Band Saw J-3230 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 2.5/5 |
| Price 25% | 71 $159.99 | 41 $1,650.63 |
| Capacity 20% | 100 5 in cutting capacity | 25 5 in cutting capacity |
| Power 15% | 80 10 A motor | 0 0.5 hp motor |
| Features 30% | 100 variable speed, work light, bench base included | 45 hydraulic downfeed, coolant system |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| PowerSmart Portable Band Saw PS3051 | JET 5 x 8 In. Horizontal Band Saw J-3230 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Cutting capacity | 5 in | 5 in round, 8 in wide |
| Blade speed | 0 to 435 sfpm | - |
| Variable speed | Yes | - |
| Vertical mode | - | No |
| Motor and power | ||
| Motor | 10 A | 0.5 hp |
| Hydraulic downfeed | - | Yes |
| Coolant system | - | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Work light | Yes | - |
| Bench base included | Yes | - |
| Weight | 15 lb | 151.7 lb |