Grizzly G0986 10-Inch Benchtop Jointer with Spiral-Type Cutterhead vs WEN JT833H 8-Inch Spiral Benchtop Jointer with Extendable Table
| Grizzly G0986 10-Inch Benchtop Jointer with Spiral-Type Cutterhead | WEN JT833H 8-Inch Spiral Benchtop Jointer with Extendable Table | |
|---|---|---|
| From | $628 | $499.99 |
| Tier | Hobbyist | Hobbyist |
| Motor HP | 1.75 HP | — |
| Cut Height | — | — |
| Cut Width | — | — |
| Table | 30-3/4 x 10-1/4 inches, cast iron, 55 inches with extensions | 33 x 8 inches, extends to 51 inches |
| Weight | 76 lbs | 55.1 lbs |
| Dust Port | 4" | 4" |
| Voltage | 120V | 120V |
Grizzly G0986 10-Inch Benchtop Jointer with Spiral-Type Cutterhead
Ten inches of width on a benchtop, with cast iron tables instead of aluminum. That combination barely exists elsewhere at this price. It's the pick if you want to face wide boards but still can't give up the floor space.
Buy at Grizzly $628WEN JT833H 8-Inch Spiral Benchtop Jointer with Extendable Table
WEN's answer to the 8-inch benchtop, undercutting Grizzly slightly and adding a longer extended table. Owners like the motor and the finish it leaves. The catch is setup, so plan on real time getting the tables coplanar before you trust it.
Buy at WEN $499.99Specs sourced from manufacturer documentation. Owner feedback reflects community reports from r/woodworking, Sawmill Creek, and Amazon verified reviews. Prices may vary by retailer and change over time.