Top 10 Best Stationary Drill Presses Under $500

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These Are Some Of The Highest Rated Stationary Drill Presses Under $500 Available Today
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2. WEN 4214 Stationary Drill Press

  • (1285 Points)
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The table is very big and sturdy. It has no problem at all starting at low speed. This is a high precision piece of equipment. I really like this drill press for the money. So far this Stationary Drill Press has been great.

The WEN 4208 Stationary Drill Press B00HQONFVE was definitely our preferred Stationary Drill Presses Under $500. That being said, there are a number of other really great selections when it comes down to Stationary Drill Presses Under $500. We have a breakdown of them here.

Next up is manufactured by WEN known to be a very respectable tool brand. WEN's Stationary Drill Presses are also top quality. I was eager to try the model 4214 and I was not disappointed!

This Stationary Drill Press is just $267.48. That is a terrific deal for a quality Stationary Drill Press like the 4214 by WEN. The WEN 4214 is really a solid alternative. Of you are unsure about our top choice, I would choose this Stationary Drill Press.

Full WEN 4214 Review

WEN 4214 Features

Infinitely variable speed ranges from 580-3200 RPMS. Mechanical variable speed delivers equal torque throughout the range. LED read out displays speed.

Spindle Travel of 3-1/8" with easy to read, locking linear depth stop for accurate and repeatable drilling operations. Front to the back of the motor is 22 inches

Quill diameter of 2.17 inches. Durable 2/3hp induction motor develops ample torque and power. Motor: 120 V, 60 Hz. Laser Module: Class III

9-1/2 x 9-1/2" cast iron worktable features rack & pinion height adjustment and bevels up to 45 Degree left & right. Width with the handles: 14-1/2"

Includes drill press, mechanical variable speed, laser, table roller extension, 5/8" keyed chuck & key, tools for assembly.Drill press Height from the Floor to the top: 37 inch

Aside from the option we researched above, I would check out the 4210 by WEN and the Shop Fox W1670. Both these tool manufactures are regarded as some of the top makers of premium Stationary Drill Presses. Both tools are top rated also. The 4210 advertises a score of 4.5/5 when contrasted against the 3.7/5 star rating for the W1670 by Shop Fox.

The 4210 by WEN has several features you wont experience on other similar Stationary Drill Presses. For example Includes: drill press, class II 1mW laser, 1/2" keyed chuck & key, tools for assembly. The Shop Fox W1670 however, is hard to beat with Motor: 1/2 HP, 110V, 5A and even Overall height: Floor model: 64-1/2".

I wouldn't hesitate to recommend either of these Stationary Drill Presses Under $500
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3. WEN 4210 Stationary Drill Press

  • (850 Points)

Very happy with this purchase. Would recommend to everyone who does wood projects. The price was also very reasonable. The others I had before were mediocre. This is a high precision piece of equipment.

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4. Shop Fox W1670 Stationary Drill Press

  • (62 Points)

It was easy to assemble and everything fits well. I really love this Stationary Drill Press. It's exceedingly accurate. Works great for homemade wood projects! Pretty happy with this purchase.

Honorable Mentions

There are a few more exceptional Stationary Drill Presses Under $500 available. Below are a handful to choose from if the options above probably won't meet your needs. We found a number of great choices on the market to pick from. The Stationary Drill Presses we ranked above are the best of the best. That doesn't mean there aren't several more fantastic Stationary Drill Presses Under $500.

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5. Sunex International 5000A Stationary Drill Press

  • (39 Points)

Good price and delivered promptly. Heavy-duty drill that was easy to put together. Head and table move well . It is a general purpose Stationary Drill Press. In my opinion, the Sunex International 5000A is totally worth it.

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6. Jet Stationary Drill Press

  • (34 Points)

So far this Stationary Drill Press has been great. I really love this Stationary Drill Press. Great tool for the price. Very nice hobby tool, perfect for my application. Runs quietly but powerfully.

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7. Rikon 30-251 Stationary Drill Press

  • (6 Points)

It's really a great machine! I really like this drill press for the money. I would buy it again the next chance I get. The table is adequate and easy to adjust. It has no problem at all starting at low speed.

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8. Klutch 2705S058 Stationary Drill Press

  • (5 Points)

This is a really nice Stationary Drill Press for the money. It was easy to assemble and everything fits well. That's why I gave it five stars. I'm glad to say this Stationary Drill Press does wonders. No parts were damaged or missing.

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9. Sococo Sococor9vqht4ne3 Stationary Drill Press

  • (4 Points)

I would buy it again the next chance I get. I use this in my wood shop and love it. Will probably buy another one for my friend. It's done everything I've asked of it thus far. Runs quietly but powerfully.

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10. Black Bull DP16UL Stationary Drill Press

  • (4 Points)

Quality seems to be pretty awesome. Can't complain for the price I paid. That is the way it should be to prevent rust. This has been a good buy for me. Great Stationary Drill Press for the money.