Best Hand Planers

So, КP0810 is a powerful electric hand planer that has some convenience features worth mentioning. The accessory rubber-coated handle is a pleasing feature that absorbs vibrations and also serves as a cutting depth adjustment knob. The knob is equipped with an easy-to-read scale with click stops to let users accurately set the cutting depth. By the way, the cutting depth of this electric planer amounts to 5/32" and it's not something every planer can boast. Naturally, hand planing generates lots of shavings, and Makita KP0810 is equipped with a chip discharge chute. This chute can eject chips leftwards or rightwards, so, you'll be able to direct chippings to the side you wish. Though, if you need to keep your working area free from debris, you can connect a vacuum cleaner to the planer's dust extraction port for efficient dust collection. As for the safety, the planer features a trigger lock-off button to prevent accidental starting of the tool. Moreover, you can operate this button on both sides of the handle, so it's comfortable whether you're leftie or rightie. Considering all the advantages of Makita, we're more than sure you'll love it using this planer.

We advise buying a jointer to dub rough planks, and a planer to make them perfectly smooth.

On top of decent performance features, the DeWALT DCP580B planer has got a number of functions and accessories that make it easy and safe to use. We'd like to highlight that the weight of the tool is only 5.5 lbs which allows using it for long hours without hand fatigue. We were also pleased with an ergonomic handgrip wrapped in a rubber coating for user's maximum comfort, while the auxiliary handle provides users with more control over cutting depth adjustment. Also, DCP580B features a kickstand that automatically lowers upon the completion of planing and lifts the blade above the work surface to protect it from damage. The blade storage is one more nice design solution; there you can store away several blades to keep some spare at hand. We'd like to note a safe tool starting which is done by pressing a lock-off button when pushing a trigger switch. 

We recommend buying a 2-pack battery to guarantee longer operation of the tool. Use one and charge another meanwhile.

Generally, PORTER-CABLE PC60THP has nice capabilities for efficient work, but we would like to highlight a few features that make its use easier. Let's start with the bag for collection of chips. This accessory will be appreciated by those who like to keep their workplace tidy. The planer is designed so that you can attach this bag to either left or right side. Yet, you should consider that a planing generates lots of dust and shavings, which can clog the tool and the bag pretty quickly. Hence, we recommend you to clean the unit with a vacuum using the included vac adaptor, particularly after a long-time planing. The manufacturer also provided this portable hand planer with a kit bag to carry and store the tool in a convenient way. To sum up, we can state that PORTER-CABLE PC60THP is a user-friendly, simple-to-use and affordable hand planer that can become your best assistant. 

It'll be nice to store some branded blades to replace the worn one of your planer.

We'd like to tell you about the handiness and comfort of this electric hand planer. Despite the corded design, Bosch engineers took all pros and cons into account and equipped their planer with a ball joint. Owing to this solution, the power cord will last longer and the tool will be much easier to maneuver. As for conveniences, we can also mention the bag that will help you collect shavings and can be attached from either side. You will also appreciate the Bosch plastic case for carrying the planer. A longtime work means you need to press a trigger switch permanently, and your finger may get tired. Therefore, Bosch PL2632K has been fitted with a lock-on button that allows you to work continuously without keeping the trigger pushed. Besides, the planer features a lock-off release button that prevents accidental starts. Based on the foregoing, we can conclude that this planer has all essentials for your comfortable work. Once you buy this tool, you won't regret your choice.

The woodworking results in a mass of sawdust harmful for a respiratory tract, so we recommend wearing a respirator.

Having examined the tool's specs, we paid attention to its ergonomics and convenience. No doubt, this hand planer is extremely easy-to-use! It has two chutes that allow connecting a vac from either side of the planer in order to remove wood chips. This solution largely facilitates planing large workpiece, when the all-round processing is important. Moreover, left-handed people will find this hand planer quite comfy. Connect the vac hose to either side and set the switch to a right position. The tool comes with a dust bag that will collect the wood chips; it's particularly useful for domestic planing jobs. We'd like to highlight an easy cleaning of the dust bag. There is a plastic toggle that detaches the bag with a simple flick of the switch. The adjustable guide will help you make accurate rabbets and set the desired depth in mere seconds.

The tool like a hand planer might be dangerous unless you follow some safety precautions. However, the WEN engineers did their best to make this hand planer as safe as possible. First of all, the tool is equipped with a trigger lock to prevent an accidental start of the motor. Secondly, the planer is fitted with a kickstand that raises the shoe above the machined surface, thereby saving it from damage by the blades. Keep in mind that hand planers are pretty loud, so we recommend using hearing protectors when working. Finally, don't forget to wear a respirator when handling chipboards or fibreboards.