WEN DC3401
#9 in Single-stageFull review
A starter collector for a small shop that runs one benchtop tool at a time and wants chips off the floor for little money.
Amazon $126.35$126.35
The WEN DC3401 is the better dust collector overall, rated 3.3 to 3.0. The WEN DC3401 leads on value. The WEN DC3401 costs $102.97 less ($126.35 vs $229.32).
WEN DC3474
#14 in Single-stageFull review
For a hobby shop that wants a quieter, longer lived motor than the cheapest collectors and runs one tool at a time.
Amazon $229.32$229.32
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 WEN DC3401 for value ($0.19 per cfm ($126.35, 660 cfm) vs $0.38 per cfm ($229.32, 600 cfm)).
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 | WEN DC3401 | WEN DC3474 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $0.19 per cfm ($126.35, 660 cfm) | 76 $0.38 per cfm ($229.32, 600 cfm) |
| Airflow 15% | 16 660 cfm maximum | 10 600 cfm maximum |
| Suction 10% | 50 static pressure not published (neutral score used) | 50 static pressure not published (neutral score used) |
| Filtration 25% | 39 5 micron | 39 5 micron |
| Warranty 20% | 25 2-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| WEN DC3401 | WEN DC3474 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Airflow | 660 cfm | 600 cfm |
| Filter | bag, 5 micron | bag, 5 micron |
| Inlet | 4 in | 4 in |
| Collection | 12 gal | 15 gal |
| Build | ||
| Voltage | 120 V | 120 V |
| Weight | 17 lb | 41.1 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |