Top 10 Best Mortisers Under $1500

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These Are Some Of The Highest Rated Mortisers Under $1500 Available Today
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2. Jet 708580 Mortiser

  • (148 Points)
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The motor was impressively smooth and silent. This Mortiser does heavy work effortlessly. It was easy to assemble and everything fits well. It works great very happy with it. Very strong motor, quiet running.

The Delta 14-651 Mortisers B00006K00N was definitely our preferred Mortisers Under $1500. That doesn't mean there aren't several other superb alternatives when it comes to Mortisers Under $1500. We have the best of them in this article.

The next in our tool break down is manufactured by Jet known to be a very credible tool manufacturer. Jet's Mortisers are one of their top offerings. I was eager to have a go at the model 708580 and I was not let down!

This Mortiser is only $399.99. That is a great deal for a premium Mortiser like the 708580 by Jet. If you not sure about our number one pick, I'd look into the Jet 708580 next. It's a first class tool at a good price.

Full Jet 708580 Review

Jet 708580 Features

1/2 horsepower bench mortiser; 115 volts; 1,752 rpm Motor

1/2 inch chisel capacity; 4 3/4 inch head stroke; Rack and pinion head

Constructed from rugged cast iron and steel

Includes mortiser, three bits, chuck key

44 pounds; Backed by 5 year limited warranty

The Powermatic PM701 and the 513 by PORTER-CABLE are well worth considering as well. Both Powermatic and PORTER-CABLE are known for their top quality Mortisers. Both of these two options are rated highly as well. The PM701 received a rating of 4.5/5 when compared to 3.9/5 star rating for the PORTER-CABLE 513.

The PM701 by Powermatic comes with a couple of features you wont experience on other similar Mortisers. For example In-line depth stop allows stopping at pre-set depths without racking the bit to the base. The 513 by PORTER-CABLE by comparison, is very competitive offering 11 Amp, 27,500 rpm motor producing 1-3/4 Peak hp and even Quickly and accurately cuts mortises for box locks.

I wouldn't hesitate to recommend either of these Mortisers Under $1500
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3. Powermatic PM701 Mortiser

  • (127 Points)

The whole unit shakes more than I would like. I would definately do business with Powermatic again. Everything works perfect, and the price is better than the others. Thank you Powermatic for the awesome drill. The cord is nice shop-quality and is grounded.

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4. PORTER-CABLE 513 Mortiser

  • (35 Points)

This is a really nice Mortiser for the money. It seems to work well and is rather powerful. I am very pleased with the PORTER-CABLE 513. I think its a great buy for the money. The table is more-or-less perfectly designed.

Honorable Mentions

We found a handful more exceptional Mortisers Under $1500 available. Below are a number to select from if the tools above might not meet your needs. It's true that there are a number of great choices on the market to pick from. The Mortisers we rated above are the best we could find. Having said that, the Mortisers shown below offer a number of unique characteristics and are each highly rated Mortisers Under $1500.

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5. Scheppach 34-260 Mortiser

  • (34 Points)

The motor was impressively smooth and silent. The construction is pretty amazing for the price. I really like this drill press for the money. Everything I expected and more. Has many features that make my job easier.

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6. WMH Tool Group 1791264K Mortiser

  • (32 Points)

Very impressive for a Mortiser in this price range. I drilled a a bunch of holes and the tool worked well. I can't express how much I love WMH Tool Group tools! It was easy to assemble and everything fits well. Anything bigger would be overkill.

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7. WEN 43012 Mortiser

  • (31 Points)

So far this Mortiser has been great. I use this in my wood shop and love it. Well built Mortiser, fast delivery. This is a hobby quality Mortiser. Very impressive for a Mortiser in this price range.

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8. Grizzly T10816 Mortiser

  • (7 Points)

Well built Mortiser, fast delivery. Easy assembly and went right to work. All critical parts are made with strong materials. So far this Mortiser has been great. It works great very happy with it.

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9. VEVOR Mortiser

  • (5 Points)

I had very few of issues that were quickly resolved. The lever has a very smooth action. It has some personality and I like the color. I use this in my wood shop and love it. Got it fast, easy to assemble, works great.

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10. Woodtek 876775 Mortiser

  • (4 Points)

So far this Mortiser has been great. Anything bigger would be overkill. Very nice hobby tool, perfect for my application. The Woodtek 876775 far exceeded my expectations. I think its a great buy for the money.