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What Customers Are Saying
The jointer is generally well-received and capable for hobbyist and small-scale woodworking, with praise for its performance, value, and ease of use. However, some users report issues with fence adjustment and alignment, as well as quality control problems. Overall, the jointer appears to be a solid choice for budget-conscious woodworkers, though it may require extra effort to set up and maintain precision.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Works fine
Would RecommendOut of the box easy to put together. Only the fence needed a little tweaking but is holding at 90. For my needs works very good
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
A must have if you work with wood
Would RecommendIf you work with 2×4s or any wood up to 6" wide, this Porter Cable jointer planer is a must-have. You can't find smooth or squared edges on two by fours or two by threes, this tool does a great job.
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
works very well and controlled easily. Other then fence, very solid.
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
Great for small projects
Would RecommendWorks great. Great joiner for small projects. Good price over other brands in the same class. Great for a small home shop.
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
Worth the money
Would RecommendYou’re not going to find a better jointer at this price. Set up was a breeze. Immediately started running hardwood through it. Did a perfect job.
Sweepstakes
Awesome little jointer
Would RecommendThis is a great table top machine. I’ve used it for several projects without any problems. If you need to face long stock it could be a challenge since it is so small.
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
Simple
Would RecommendThe plastic hand crank at the back looks cheap but it’s working well
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
Great tool with good power
Would RecommendI bought this unit for use in my garage workshop and am glad I did. I was making a dining table out of oak and wanted to get razor sharp edges. I researched available units recommended for my level of use and budget and decided to purchase the Porter Cable. It set up quickly, provides ample power, and is easily moved for storage and use. It's an excellent value and a great addition to my shop!
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
small projects
Would Not RecommendOnly good for smaller projects... blade seems to be unlevel out of box. Otherwise ok.
Pretty Surprised with this one
Would RecommendI really needed a jointer to create a true edge and face for some rough cut walnut I had for a table project. Everyone knows a large stand alone jointer can really step up the quality of their work but those take up space and usually belong in a dedicated shop which I dont have. This little fella is easy to store away and set right up when you need it. The performance while not top of the line and obviously limited is still pretty good just as long as you take it slow. For the money it has impre...
Good product
Would RecommendGood product does what it say easy to use this is my first joiner
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
Works as expected
Would RecommendYou always get what you pay for. If you want a jointer that works great for the hobbyist then this works great. Great price and squares up boards
Sweepstakes