Reviews of Handheld Power Accessories

Craftsman Digital Miter Gauge Review
Craftsman's Digital Miter Gauge represents the first major advancement in miter gauges in years. This digital miter gauge allows lets you set any angle of up to 50 degrees to a precision of one-tenth of a degree. The same gauge can be also used to precisely set the angle of the blade on your table saw. Learn the features of this impressive...

PSI Woodworking Portable Panel Saw System PPS-2 Review
In this woodworking tool review, we test the PSI Woodworking Portable Panel Saw System PPS-2. This portable panel saw system allows the the woodworker to turn a circular saw into a precise panel saw that will cut panels as long as 114-inches. Learn the benefits and features of this well-engineered woodworking accessory and how to use it on your...

PSI Woodworking PHJIG3 Pocket Hole Jig Review
Pocket hole joinery is a basic method of joining stock for use in face frames, picture frames and other non-load bearing applications. Pocket joints are easier to make consistently with a quality pocket hole jig than entirely by hand. In this woodworking tool review, we test the PSI Woodworking PHJIG3 Pocket Hole Jig.

Kreg Jig K3 Pocket Hole System Review
The Kreg Jig Pocket Hole System has simplified pocket joinery. While pocket joints have been used for many, many years in woodworking projects, the Kreg Jig is the woodworking tool that has made repeatable, consistent pocket joints affordable. Learn the features of the Kreg Jig K3 Pocket Hole System that make pocket joinery simple. The...

Dremel 4000 Rotary Tool Review
The Dremel 4000 Rotary Tool is a step above previous Dremel tool models. With an on/off switch that is separate from the variable speed control, externally accessible brushes and variable speed from 5000-35000 rpms, plus a huge assortment of available accessories, the Dremel 4000 Rotary Tool is the best Dremel rotary tool yet.

Rockwell SoniCrafter Oscillating Tool
The Rockwell SoniCrafter Oscillating Tool (Model RK5102k) is a 72-piece multi-function power tool that can cut, sand, scrape and polish wood, plastic, brick, concrete, metal and more. Learn the advantages of the Rockwell SoniCrafter oscillating tool, which is Rockwell's version of the famed Fein MultiMaster oscillating tool.

Dremel 300 Series Rotary Tool Review
Not all woodworking power tools are large machines confined to the wood shop. Some woodworking tools are extremely portable and versatile, in that they can be used for literally thousands of other uses in addition to helping to complete woodworking plans. In this woodworking tool review, we put the Dremel 300 Series Rotary Tool to the test, and...

Ridgid JobMax Multitool Review
The Ridgid JobMax Multitool is a 12-volt Lithium-Ion battery-powered multitool that has interchangeable heads. In addition to the standard multitool cutting head, Ridgid offers optional ratchet, auto-hammer, impact driver, and drill heads to fit the same power unit. The multitool includes a detail sander with few different grit sanding pads,...

Porter-Cable PC250MT 2.5 Amp Oscillating Multi-Tool Review
The Porter-Cable PC250MT 2.5 Amp Oscillating Multi-Tool is Porter-Cable's entry into the growing multitool market. While they were far from the first to enter this burgeoning space in the woodworking marketplace, I think they were smart to wait until they had something different to offer, rather than just another tool similar to everyone else's....

Dremel MM20 Multi-Max Oscillating Power Tool Review
In this woodworking tool review, learn about the Dremel MM20 Multi-Max Oscillating Power Tool, which is Dremel's version of the popular multitool. The Dremel MM20 Multi-Max has a variable-speed motor, ergonomic grip and like nearly all Dremel products, there are a lot of accessories readily available. Learn all about the Dremel MM20 multi-tool...

Dremel 3000 Variable Speed Rotary Tool Review
In this woodworking tool review, learn about the Dremel 3000 Variable Speed Rotary Tool, which is another in their long line of versatile and unique rotary tools. This Dremel 2000 Rotary Tool is a 5000-35,000 RPM unit with variable speeds and a quick-change collet. The kit includes a 2 attachments and 28 accessories, but it will work with all...