Slickdeals is community-supported.  We may get paid by brands or deals, including promoted items.
Frontpage

WEN 5-Amp 12" Variable Speed Cast Iron Benchtop Drill Press w/ Laser & Work Light

$240
$348.99
+ Free Shipping
+33 Deal Score
26,362 Views
Amazon has WEN 5-Amp 12" Variable Speed Cast Iron Benchtop Drill Press w/ Laser & Work Light (4214T) on sale for $239.99. Shipping is free.

Walmart also has WEN 5-Amp 12" Variable Speed Cast Iron Benchtop Drill Press w/ Laser & Work Light (4214T) on sale for $239.99. Shipping is free.

WEN Products also has WEN 5-Amp 12" Variable Speed Cast Iron Benchtop Drill Press w/ Laser & Work Light (4214T) on sale for $239.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member Marvin5U for finding this deal.

Product Details:
  • Features a 5-amp induction motor, a 12" swing, and a 3-1/8" spindle travel.
  • Adjust the mechanical variable speed anywhere from 580 to 3200 RPM
  • Digital speed readout displays current RPM of the machine for maximum precision.
  • Includes a laser, overhead light, adjustable depth stop, table roller extension, beveling 9-1/2" x 9-1/2" work table, 5/8" capacity keyed chuck, a chuck key with onboard storage, and a two-year warranty.
  • Measurements: 16.8" x 13.5" x 36.6"
  • Weight: 85 lbs.
  • Deal Image
  • Deal Image
  • Deal Image
  • Deal Image
  • Deal Image
Deal Image
Get Deal at Amazon
Good Deal?

Original Post

Written by
Edited March 12, 2023 at 07:34 PM by
Was looking for a drill press and saw this one on sale. From the YT reviews that I saw, seems like a pretty decent one and according to C3, it's quite at the lowest price.

Last FP deal was on Woot at $230 I think.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09253MVXN >Now $239.99
Add Comment
Reply
Created 03-11-2023 at 06:53 AM by Marvin5U
in Drills & Power Tools (6)
If you purchase something through a post on our site, Slickdeals may get a small share of the sale.
Deal
Score +33
26,362 Views
$240
$348.99
Get Deal at Amazon
Don't have Amazon Prime? Students can get a free 6-Month Amazon Prime trial with free 2-day shipping, unlimited video streaming & more. If you're not a student, there's also a free 1-Month Amazon Prime trial available. You can also earn cash back rewards on Amazon and Whole Foods purchases with the Amazon Prime Visa credit card. Read our review to see if it’s the right card for you.

34 Comments

View Forum Thread
123

Your comment cannot be blank.

Featured Comments

Exactly what's gonna happen if I order one.
·
I bought this to make a purge block for my exhaust runners. Shop was going to charge me 300 to make it. Bought it from woot for 230. Did the job with no problems and drilled straight. Wilwood brakes had holes too small for my bolts and this thing reamed like a champ. I've tapped steel and aluminum no problem.
·
Great intro/beginner drill press. I had this several years ago, and used the heck out of it. Upgraded to a powermatic floor standing version last year. Powermatic was over 10x more expensive, but only 3x better. That 3x though is many things this Wen just can't do.

If you are on the fence, I would do it. There is a good secondary market on Facebag & eBay if you find you don't use it.
·

Sign up for a Slickdeals account to remove this ad.

Joined Jul 2005
L8: Grand Teacher
> bubble2 3,832 Posts
595 Reputation
corazones
03-12-2023 at 07:00 PM.
03-12-2023 at 07:00 PM.
Not sure I need this 😂
1
Like
Funny
>
Helpful
Not helpful
Reply
Joined Feb 2010
L4: Apprentice
> bubble2 316 Posts
31 Reputation
ZFrog
03-12-2023 at 09:29 PM.
03-12-2023 at 09:29 PM.
Bought last year for drilling metal square tubing and metal plates. Very nice drill.
Like
Funny
>
Helpful
Not helpful
Reply
Joined Feb 2011
L4: Apprentice
> bubble2 360 Posts
48 Reputation
fo4imtippin
03-12-2023 at 09:42 PM.
03-12-2023 at 09:42 PM.
Had this for 5 years. I use it for metal mostly, but it doesn't really spin slow enough for it. If this is going to be used for metal work, get a slower spinning one..I almost never use the speed dial above the minimum.
1
Like
Funny
>
Helpful
Not helpful
Reply
Joined Nov 2021
L2: Beginner
> bubble2 37 Posts
10 Reputation
PurpleSparrow636
03-13-2023 at 05:05 AM.
03-13-2023 at 05:05 AM.
Quote from Hanzo911 :
The chuck is pretty wobbly.
I'd say the same actually. Right when it spins up you can notice it pretty easily. It feels solid and doesn't move a bit while its not turning, but it certainly appears to wobble when it gets up to speed. I've got a bit lower end one, but it did come with the keyless chuck so Its not exactly identical to this one.
2
Like
Funny
>
Helpful
Not helpful
Reply
Joined Nov 2013
L3: Novice
> bubble2 107 Posts
78 Reputation
AlphaMeat
03-13-2023 at 06:57 AM.
03-13-2023 at 06:57 AM.
Can't seem to find great details on the differences between the 4214 and 4214T. Anybody know? Like is one newer than the other? Even on Wen's website they don't articulate the differences.

Amazon is selling them both, Wen doesn't seem to be? Is the 2021 model "newer" or is the 2021 model old?

For those that scored this for cheaper, worth waiting for a different model for less, or is this a good deal?

I'm just a hobbyist outfitting my tools slowly, but I can resist a good deal…
Like
Funny
>
Helpful
Not helpful
Reply
Joined Sep 2016
New User
> bubble2 17 Posts
14 Reputation
smoothmunkey
03-13-2023 at 07:33 AM.
03-13-2023 at 07:33 AM.
I've been planning to buy this for a while (have procrastinated pulling the trigger for irrelevant reasons), and $240 is the going rate, not a deal.
2
1
Like
Funny
>
Helpful
Not helpful
Reply
Joined Dec 2008
L7: Teacher
> bubble2 2,105 Posts
321 Reputation
Pro
theflintseeker
03-13-2023 at 07:36 AM.
03-13-2023 at 07:36 AM.
I have the lower end version and I like it. The chuck is quite finicky though, I do agree.
1
Like
Funny
>
Helpful
Not helpful
Reply

Sign up for a Slickdeals account to remove this ad.

Joined May 2020
New User
> bubble2 105 Posts
34 Reputation
OhD
03-13-2023 at 09:48 AM.

Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank OhD

03-13-2023 at 09:48 AM.
Quote from AlphaMeat :
Can't seem to find great details on the differences between the 4214 and 4214T. Anybody know? Like is one newer than the other? Even on Wen's website they don't articulate the differences.

Amazon is selling them both, Wen doesn't seem to be? Is the 2021 model "newer" or is the 2021 model old?

For those that scored this for cheaper, worth waiting for a different model for less, or is this a good deal?

I'm just a hobbyist outfitting my tools slowly, but I can resist a good deal…

This is from the Q/A section of Amazon's listing—— From WEN: After a technical review, we made some changes to our packaging to prevent shipping damage, The T suffix help us track the effectiveness of the change. All of the features and benefits remain the same.
5
>
1
Like
Funny
>
Helpful
Not helpful
Reply
Joined Mar 2020
L2: Beginner
> bubble2 77 Posts
14 Reputation
Stocktradernoob
03-13-2023 at 11:25 AM.
03-13-2023 at 11:25 AM.
Been wanting a drill press for a while. Just bought. Thanks!
Like
Funny
>
Helpful
Not helpful
Reply
Joined Sep 2015
L5: Journeyman
> bubble2 604 Posts
76 Reputation
blueman123
03-14-2023 at 05:31 AM.
03-14-2023 at 05:31 AM.
Quote from fo4imtippin :
Had this for 5 years. I use it for metal mostly, but it doesn't really spin slow enough for it. If this is going to be used for metal work, get a slower spinning one..I almost never use the speed dial above the minimum.

I don't know about this one but typically you can change the belt position inside the head. And may be you know that already, wanted to mention it just in case like me you threw away the manual with reading it!
Like
Funny
>
Helpful
Not helpful
Reply
Joined Dec 2013
L3: Novice
> bubble2 168 Posts
53 Reputation
ArunA3711
03-14-2023 at 06:39 AM.
03-14-2023 at 06:39 AM.
Hmmm always wanted one. Get this or stay married... Decisions decisions....
1
1
Like
Funny
>
Helpful
Not helpful
Reply
Joined Dec 2017
L2: Beginner
> bubble2 44 Posts
113 Reputation
professordwight
03-15-2023 at 05:25 AM.
03-15-2023 at 05:25 AM.
I posted this deal last year when it was via Woot at $230. In typical SlickDeal user fashion, I finally got it installed about two months ago 😂 Bolted it to rolling tool cabinet top and used a handful of times. No wobble on mine, decent power for "consumer" level, and smooth operation. Much better than an off-brand floor standing model my dad purchased from Menards for more money. Would recommend.
2
Like
Funny
>
Helpful
Not helpful
Reply
Joined May 2020
New User
> bubble2 105 Posts
34 Reputation
OhD
03-16-2023 at 03:26 PM.
03-16-2023 at 03:26 PM.
Received and assembled my 4214T today. The revised packaging for the "T" model is extremely well boxed. Very impressed with the packaging and delivery. Setup was simple, instructions were decent. Parts are all coated with grease which was nice to see. Cleaned out the chuck and arbor, although they were probably clean enough already. Light and laser work well. Although I didn't digitally measure runout, there's none visible with the naked eye and the holes look clean and straight. Only played with different speeds a little bit so far, but I will test it's boundaries more this week and update if anything is wrong or subpar. Overall I'm very pleased with this Wen
2
Like
Funny
>
Helpful
Not helpful
Reply
Joined Nov 2006
L5: Journeyman
> bubble2 841 Posts
83 Reputation
bagofchips
03-16-2023 at 05:24 PM.
03-16-2023 at 05:24 PM.
Quote from tmitim1983 :
Exactly what's gonna happen if I order one.
Right but once you do use it (say 2028 or so) you're gonna feel like an absolute hero and a genius. Don't ask me how I know this.
Like
Funny
>
Helpful
Not helpful
Reply

Sign up for a Slickdeals account to remove this ad.

Joined Nov 2006
L5: Journeyman
> bubble2 841 Posts
83 Reputation
bagofchips
03-16-2023 at 05:26 PM.
03-16-2023 at 05:26 PM.
Quote from blueman123 :
I don't know about this one but typically you can change the belt position inside the head. And may be you know that already, wanted to mention it just in case like me you threw away the manual with reading it!
What about hooking it up to a variable speed motor control too?
Like
Funny
>
Helpful
Not helpful
Reply
Page 2 of 3
123
Start the Conversation
 

More Drills & Power Tools Deals & Discounts

View All
DEWALT 20V MAX* XR Angle Grinder, 8.0 AH Battery, Trigger Switch, Power Detect Tool Technology Kit, 4-1/2-Inch to 5-Inch (DCG415W1) $249
$249.00
7 6
Dewalt 20v Max 3ah Battery - $39.99
$39.00
5 8
Frontpage
Buy One Get One free gift. Receive a free $130 gift. One charger, 5Ah 12v battery, and 3Ah battery when purchasing a DeWalt 12v XTREME 1/2 impact wrench. $150
$149
+ Free Store Pickup
24 34
ONE+ 18V (6) 1.5 Ah Batteries with Dual-Port Charger Starter Kit $149
$149.00
5 6
Frontpage
2-Count Bosch 12V Max Lithium-Ion 2.0 Ah Battery $51.37 ($25.69 Each) + Free Shipping
$51.35
+ Free Shipping
31 20
Frontpage
Hart 300 Lumens Rechargeable LED Work Light w/ Magnetic Base $11.04 & More + Free Shipping w/ Walmart+ or $35+
$11.05
47 11

Popular Deals

Trending Deals

More Home & Home Improvement Deals & Discounts

More Amazon Deals

Link Copied

The link has been copied to the clipboard.