Powermatic PM1300TX-CK
#6 in Single-stageFull review
A premium single stage collector for a 120 V shop that wants a big bag, a timer remote and a five year warranty, and doesn’t mind paying for them.
Amazon $1,407$1,407
The Powermatic PM1300TX-CK rates 3.5 among single-stage dust collectors; the Laguna C|Flux 1 rates 3.2 among cyclone ones. The Powermatic PM1300TX-CK costs $992 less ($1,407 vs $2,399).
Laguna C|Flux 1
#5 in CycloneFull review
A polished 120 V cyclone for a garage shop that wants a well documented machine with a remote. The Grizzly G0860 does similar work for much less.
Amazon $2,399$2,399
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different build classes (single-stage and cyclone), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own build peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Powermatic PM1300TX-CK | Laguna C|Flux 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 18 $1.08 per cfm ($1,407, 1,300 cfm) | 31 $1.83 per cfm ($2,399, 1,314 cfm) |
| Airflow 15% | 80 1,300 cfm maximum | 65 1,314 cfm maximum |
| Suction 10% | 50 static pressure not published (neutral score used) | 57 10.1 in of static pressure |
| Filtration 25% | 59 98% at 2 micron | 74 1 micron |
| Warranty 20% | 100 5-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Powermatic PM1300TX-CK | Laguna C|Flux 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Motor | 1.8 HP | 1.5 HP |
| Airflow | 1,300 cfm | 1,314 cfm |
| Static pressure | - | 10.1 in |
| Filter | canister, 98% at 2 micron | canister, 1 micron |
| Inlet | 4 in | 6 in |
| Collection | 74.8 gal | 25 gal |
| Build | ||
| Voltage | 120 V | 120 V |
| Noise | - | 82 dB |
| Remote | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 154 lb | 232 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |