20 best electric planers

If you do not work with wood at a professional level, and carpentry does not appear on the list of hobbies, then buying an expensive tool does not make sense. It will rarely be used at home, and the loads will not go beyond a couple of hours of continuous operation. In this case, this model will be an excellent solution. Its main advantage is the price. The lowest on the market, and it's not just the Chinese origin of the brand.

Now many eminent companies produce their instrument in the Middle Kingdom, which does not prevent them from inflating the cost. Here we see a new product that has not yet had time to somehow prove itself. The only source of information about it is customer reviews, and, surprisingly, most of them are positive. Electric planers are praised for their sufficient reliability, light weight and maintainability. Of course, considering 500 watts of power, only 9 millimeters of quartering and a single chamfering chute.

When working with any tool, not only its technical characteristics are important, but also banal convenience. The best representatives are always distinguished by thoughtful forms, and the KW750K from the popular American brand is a direct proof of this. In addition to the successful design of the handle, there is a universal removal of sawdust, directed to two sides. It does not matter which hand you work with - the tool will be convenient for both left-handed and right-handed people.

At the height and other characteristics, for example, 17 thousand revolutions of rotation of the rotor. A very fast model that provides the best quality of work, which is much written about in reviews on specialized resources. And 3 chamfering chutes combined with 12mm of clearance make the tool extremely versatile, allowing it to handle most jobs available. And this despite the compact blades, the width of which is only 82 millimeters. Even the cost here pleases, which is a very rare occurrence for this brand.

The American company DeWalt is famous for being able to squeeze the maximum out of not the most optimal components for the tool. The same can be observed in the DW 680 electric planer model. A rather modest 600-watt motor allows the knives to rotate at a speed of 15,000 revolutions per minute - this is more than enough for processing medium-hard wood species. Despite assurances from many "competent" sources that this electric planer can easily cope with hardwoods, there is one very important nuance.The planer can indeed process them, but the engine is under high load and long planing (or folding) at speed can damage it.

Advantages:

• high frequency of rotation of knives at low engine power;
• planing depth 2.5 mm;
• carbide knives have a high working resource;
• attractive cost.

Flaws:

• does not have electronic speed control.

The Bosch GHO 18 V-LI electric planer model can hardly be classified as an extra-professional tool, but it has the makings of a solid device for a home carpentry workshop. The blade speed of 14,000 rpm allows it to process soft and medium woods, but in some cases it is possible to resort (in short passes) to planing hard wood materials. Planing depth is adjustable from nominal zero to 1.6 millimeters with a workpiece width of 82 millimeters. Knives are rotary, hard-alloy, provide high-precision processing of surfaces and are capable to serve throughout long term of time.

Advantages:

• the presence of a start blocking;
• the possibility of choosing the side of the ejection of wood chips;
• the possibility of smooth adjustment of the depth of the layer to be removed;
• high-precision rotary hard-alloy knives;

Flaws:

• inconvenient when processing large surfaces;
• high price.

Perhaps the best option for a planer for a home workshop. Like all Makita products, the KP0800 is reliable and has good build quality. The small-sized device contains a 620-watt motor that allows steel knives to rotate at up to 17,000 rpm. High rotational speeds ensure fast and very accurate planing, folding and grooving operations.The electric planer is focused on standard wood species, which are widely used in construction, decoration and carpentry as such. Users consider the main advantage of the device to be balance and ergonomics, which fully justify the asking price.

Advantages:

• comfortable plastic handle and body base - it is easy to guide the planer over the surface to be treated;
• high-quality case made of shockproof plastic;
• durable steel blades for a long service life;
• optimal processing parameters;
• high peak blade speed.

Flaws:

• not detected.

When choosing an electric planer for the home, it is very important to look at its configuration. The tasks before the tool can be set very different, and subsequently you will definitely have to buy some components. Unless you have purchased DIOLD RE-1500-01, which can be safely called the best in terms of equipment. It can work both as a bench tool and as a hand tool. It has supports for edging and chamfering.There are stops and limiters, as well as bags for collecting sawdust and a special outlet for connecting a forced exhaust. A separate advantage will be the universal discharge of dust and sawdust, which can be adjusted to either side.

The power of the planer is 1.5 kilowatts, and the rotor speed is 15 thousand revolutions per minute. Quite a powerful device that copes with the most complex tasks. In addition, there are immediately three degrees of chamfering and smooth adjustment of depth. But you should understand that this is a tool for the home.

The Whirlwind brand rarely becomes a member of the TOPs. Pretty mediocre equipment, released entirely in China and not having any unique characteristics. The R-110ST electric planer was no exception, but in reviews it is often called the best combination of price and quality. It cannot be said that the tool is very cheap, but if you compare it with famous products, its price tag is much more attractive.

As for reliability, as users note, this is a great option not only for the home, but also for small production. Forced air cooling system allows you to work for a long time, and 15 thousand revolutions in combination with 1300 watts of power give excellent results when performing complex carpentry work on large surfaces. The aluminum case is also a plus. It improves cooling, and in addition makes it more durable and durable.

The design of this model, which is produced in Latvia, was developed 20 years ago.At the same time, many electric planers produced in those years are still in service and delight their owners with the quality of planing, ease of use and increased power - 2000 watts. The tool comes with spare carbon brushes, which, if necessary, can be changed independently. There is a soft start function and a power button lock from accidental start.

The only thing that the owners of this planer do not like is its heavy weight. But this is a natural consequence of wide knives and a powerful engine. In addition, the design of the model provides for a stationary installation, when the mass of the planer ceases to matter. According to user reviews, this tool has no equal in terms of reliability, and has been serving regularly for years and decades.

More recently, the Latvian brand Resanta was better known as a manufacturer of welding inverters, which were suitable for both home and small production. The devices often got into various TOPs, and now another tool is awarded this honor, for example, the R-110ST 9 electric planer, which collects a lot of positive feedback from customers. First of all, the reliability of the model is evaluated. This has always been a hallmark of the brand, which he successfully transferred to this area.

The model has a high power, 1300 watts, as well as three degrees of chamfering. Smooth adjustment of the blades immersion allows you to perform the work with the highest quality, and the forced air cooling system prevents the device from overheating during prolonged use. True, not everything is so rosy. The machine has one significant drawback - weight.6 kilograms is quite a lot. Although the electric planer is positioned as a bed planer, in practice it will often have to be used as a manual planer.

An electric planer from a domestic manufacturer, made according to all the canons of an economical and at the same time excellent carpentry tool. It is replete with cast parts, has a long base, develops high rotation speeds due to the presence of a 1100 W motor.

One of the main criteria for the quality of any tool (tacitly) is maintainability and ease of maintenance - and these are perhaps the strongest points of Interskol R-110/1100M. A set of knives made of high-speed steel retains its cutting ability for a very long time, however, after wear of the cutting part, it can be successfully re-sharpened. The complete set of the electric planer also includes a dressing kit, a diagram for installing knives on the device, as well as a spare belt. But, according to users, it is extremely rare to resort to installing it - the resource of a standard belt drive is so great.

Advantages:

• really high quality tool;
• regrindable high speed steel blades;
• the width of the knives is 110 millimeters;
• designed for rough and fine woodworking;
• additional belt included;
• attractive price.

Flaws:

• not identified.

The first thing that catches your eye when looking at this electric planer is the price. Yes, there are even more expensive devices, but most often they belong to some famous brand. Few people have heard about Triton, although in reviews on specialized resources it is often called the best manufacturer of carpentry tools. The fact is that the company is Australian and it does not have production facilities in Asia. In this case, the lion's share of the price tag is covered by transport costs, so the model is not the most popular in our latitudes.

In terms of features, everything here is top notch. High power of 1.5 kilowatts, 15 thousand revolutions at idle and several degrees of protection. Even the weight for such a powerful tool is not critical - 8.6 kilograms. But the form factor stands out in particular. The Australians tried to create the most convenient design and, apparently, they succeeded. Adjustable handles and rubberized inserts make work comfortable.

Another representative of Makita, combining the functions of a planer and jointer. A powerful 1200 watt motor provides consistently high speed blades that are capable of cutting both hardwoods and glued wood parts. The planing depth can be adjusted manually in the range from 0.1 to 2.0 millimeters by turning the support handle. A wide sole with a knife spread of 170 millimeters allows you to successfully perform the functions of a jointer.In addition, the tool is equipped with a dust collector that keeps small particles from falling onto the work surface. The main drawback of the model is massiveness. The weight of a fully equipped electric planer is 8.9 kilograms, which is often very difficult to use, especially if there is no possibility of a permanent attachment.

Advantages:

• easily processes solid wood species;
• the width of the processing part is 170 millimeters;
• the ability to adjust the depth of planing;
• the presence of a dust collector;
• high quality of the resulting surface.

Flaws:

• massive structure without the possibility of stationary fixing;
• lack of soft start of the engine.

Another "giant" of carpentry is embodied in the German electric planer Mafell ZH 320 Ec. Like other German companies, Mafell is very reverent and meticulous about the quality of the equipment produced, which is fully reflected in the design and functionality of this planer model. It is equipped with a 2.7 kW motor that allows the blades to rotate at up to 8500 rpm. Not the highest figures, but the effectiveness is proven directly in practice. The chip removal width in one pass is 320 millimeters - this is a lot, given that joiners (as noted above) rarely resort to processing parts and workpieces of this size. The main plus is a lightweight cast body, a minus is a very high cost.

Advantages:

• high performance (CUprex engine);
• the chip removal channel is blown by an air stream;
• the presence of a soft start of the engine and stop of the spindle;
• wide cutting part (320 millimeters).

Flaws:

• high (sometimes even for professional workshops) price.

Confirming its status as one of the best tool manufacturers, Makita brings to our attention another contender for the title of the best electric planer for large professional carpentry shops. The functionality of this monster is truly great - a planer and jointer rolled into one, it is able to process wooden surfaces up to 312 millimeters wide. By the way, there is more than enough power for such maneuvers - the tool is equipped with a 2.2-kilowatt engine and provides consistently high speeds. However, problems have emerged where they were not expected: much of the potential of a 19-kilogram planer very often remains unclaimed, since carpenters very rarely resort to processing materials with a width of more than 200 millimeters.

Advantages:

• high surface accuracy after processing;
• wide cutting (planing) part;
• powerful engine;
• adjustable depth of planing (from 1.5 to 3.5 millimeters).

Flaws:

• part of the functionality disappears due to the lack of need for use;
• very massive.

The width of the knives of the older model from the series of electric planers of the Latvian manufacturer Rebir is 155 mm, while the maximum planing angle is 45 degrees.Given that one of the most common sizes of timber in construction is 150x150 mm, Rebir IE5708MS is the best option for a carpenter when building a wooden house. The bed that comes with the planer allows you to install it permanently, which increases the productivity of work several times, especially when processing long timber.

Traditionally for this manufacturer, the tool is equipped with an inrush current limiting system. The planer also comes with a parallel fence, spare brushes and a knife sharpener. Buyers praise the quality and speed of planing, comfortable grip and practical bed. Among the disadvantages are a lot of weight and a short cord.

Battery powered tools are always expensive. Electric planers are no exception, but this model boasts the best price, despite the popularity of the brand. True, the batteries themselves are not included, as well as the charger. But the manufacturer made a system of interchangeability. If you have another tool of this brand, you can use the battery from it. Very convenient, especially for home use.

But the characteristics here are average. Cutting width - 8.2 centimeters.The immersion depth is only 1.6 millimeters, and the number of chamfering grooves is one. But the chips can be removed in two directions, which is especially convenient when working with the left hand. All in all, a great tool for the home. There are no original moments in it, but in terms of reliability, RYOBI is able to easily compete with the most popular brands. In general, if 12 thousand revolutions and low power are enough for you, this electric planer will be an excellent solution.

Brushless rotor technology is not new. It is used by many manufacturers, which leads to an increase in the cost of the product, but significantly increases its efficiency. In this case, this type of motor is used, which makes the DCP580N electric planer the best in terms of reliability and durability.

This is a great option for home and production. It operates at a speed of 15 thousand per minute and allows you to select a quarter to 9 millimeters. A plus is also an aluminum case with an ideal cooling system. Even with prolonged operation, the electric planer will not overheat. At the height and ergonomics. DeWALT has always paid a lot of attention to this factor. Every little thing has been thought of. Working with such a tool is a pleasure, as real users write a lot in the reviews, both home craftsmen and carpentry professionals who know what to look for when choosing.

Whatever tool Bosch produces, it will definitely hit the TOP.The electric planer is no exception. We have a battery system suitable for both the home and the small carpentry shop. Despite being powered by a battery and not from the mains, the model shows excellent technical characteristics. 14.5 thousand rpm at idle, continuously adjustable immersion and 17 millimeters of sampling quarters. There is even a tilt of the knives up to 45 degrees, which is not often found in such devices.

We also highlight a low vibration level of 2.5 m / s, and a weight of one and a half kilograms. Well, the main feature of any product from this brand is the best build quality. Judging by the reviews, the tool does not need to be repaired for many years, even at maximum load. Adds reliability aluminum housing, among other things, improves the cooling of the instrument. True, the batteries will have to be purchased separately.

The compact and lightweight cordless planer is equipped with the most common blade size of 82 mm and has a maximum planing depth of 2 mm. The tool comes with two Li-ion batteries with a capacity of 5 Ah and a charger. Therefore, this electric planer is perfect for planing when there is no power supply, or for rafters at heights where the absence of a power cord is a prerequisite for comfortable and safe work.

Buyers are satisfied with the good value for money of the tool, ergonomic design, and also praise the original technical solution - the front handle is combined with a planing depth regulator. Comes with a handy case, extra carbon brushes and a trash bag.The disadvantage is the inability to attach a vacuum cleaner.

The Metabo HO 18 LTX 20-82 electric planer, like the entire line of woodworking tools from this Japanese company, has three main advantages: well-thought-out ergonomics, precise adjustment of the working part and a full range of functionality. It is equipped with a parallel stop and a template for setting the knives. The kit also includes a curved adapter for connecting a vacuum cleaner and a fabric dust bag.

Two batteries of 4Ah each allow the master to work without interruption to charge the battery. In addition, they are universal - suitable for any Metabo tool with the appropriate electrical parameters. Customers also praise the particularly robust and well-designed case of the MetaLoc system, which allows stacking tools packed in this way, saving space in the workshop. The lack of a planer - a rather high cost - is fully justified by its versatility and excellent characteristics.