Shop Fox W1685
#2 in Single-stageFull review
A cheap, strong bag collector for a hobby shop on 120 V that mostly needs to keep up with a planer and table saw.
Grizzly $470$470
The Shop Fox W1685 is the better dust collector overall, rated 3.6 to 3.5. The Shop Fox W1685 leads on value. The Powermatic PM1300TX-CK wins on warranty. The Shop Fox W1685 costs $937 less ($470 vs $1,407).
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
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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Shop Fox W1685 for value ($0.37 per cfm ($470, 1,280 cfm) vs $1.08 per cfm ($1,407, 1,300 cfm)).
- Choose the Powermatic PM1300TX-CK for warranty (5-year warranty vs 2-year warranty).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every single-stage dust collector; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Shop Fox W1685 | Powermatic PM1300TX-CK |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 30% | 79 $0.37 per cfm ($470, 1,280 cfm) | 18 $1.08 per cfm ($1,407, 1,300 cfm) |
| Airflow 15% | 78 1,280 cfm maximum | 80 1,300 cfm maximum |
| Suction 10% | 57 10.1 in of static pressure | 50 static pressure not published (neutral score used) |
| Filtration 25% | 54 2.5 micron | 59 98% at 2 micron |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| Shop Fox W1685 | Powermatic PM1300TX-CK | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Motor | 1.5 HP | 1.8 HP |
| Airflow | 1,280 cfm | 1,300 cfm |
| Static pressure | 10.1 in | - |
| Filter | bag, 2.5 micron | canister, 98% at 2 micron |
| Inlet | 6 in | 4 in |
| Collection | 40 gal | 74.8 gal |
| Build | ||
| Voltage | 120 V | 120 V |
| Remote | - | Yes |
| Weight | - | 154 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 5 years |