The 6 Best footswitch Variables (2023 reviews)

This foot switch is designed for more of a safety switch. It allows hands-free operation when using router, sander, drill press, wood lathe, scroll saw, wood carving tool, power tool or lighting or any household appliances. While the foot switch is light, it is built well and handled multiple on and offs without a problem and without moving around. This switch pedal works as intended and has a very satisfying " click " when closing and opening.

This switch will work on any Standard 110 Volt outlet and device.

Why We Like This:

Works great very smooth operating switch
Super simple to use and makes hand milling so much safer
Keeps two hands free to feed grinder and prevents overheating of grinder
Exceptional add-on for those loud appliances that don't need to run all the time

Best With Variable speed equipment: Deadwood Crafted tools footswitch Variable

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This switch is excellent with good quality and reliability. It serves as a power on/off pedal. It works very smooth without any binding. It will work as long as the motor doesn't have a high starting load, and the amp rating on the motor isn't higher than the rating on the switch. The bottom is flat and smooth plastic and works well as a hockey puck.

It is a foot operated on and off switch only. This switch can be utilized for many applications that do not exceed the amperage rating on the switch. It is great to have hands free electrical service.

Why We Like This:

Provides continuous power (maintained action) until turned off with the tap of your foot
Extremely convenient to toggle the vacuum on and off
Easily start and stop power tools with this foot activated on off switch

Best For little money: Coolneon footswitch Variable

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The coolneon footswitch variable's high-end materials makes sure that it ages well with use. This foot pedal is exactly what it needs for hands free momentary control of any fractal burning rigs that are powered by a neon sign transformer. It comes with your lamp swich on, plug the lamp cord into this new cord, then plug the new cord into the power plug. The switch is very light, and can be kicked around by accident. If you want to be able to turn things onoff without needing your hand, this is great.

This is a good foot controlled switch, making turning in and off easy. It does a nice job while also providing extra length. The cord is good quality, easy to use, and works really well. The switch is rated at 3 amps so it will only handle light electrical loads.

Why We Like This:

Good solution for a floor lamp on/off switch
A sturdy yet inexpensive safety switch
Delivers what they promise

Best With Cable: Besnor footswitch Variable

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The besnor footswitch variable is capable of outshining several other switch featured in this list in overall features for the price point. It's like a dead man's switch for use with power tools. It is made with 14 gauge wire, or at least 16 gauge. It provides a surface like a larger type of band saw. The spinner needs to be turned off then back on several times when making bracelets and such. There's a metal plate on the base but it's purely cosmetic and holds the rubber feet.

Since this deals with really high output power, a "deadmans" switch is a good safety device. It is easy to use, large enough for big feet. It works for light tools like a small grinder or desk/bench devices and is low cost. The case is 100% plastic.

Why We Like This:

A clever device to improve safety with some corded power tools
Skid texture surface and will not slip when operation
Lot of satisfied buyers

Best For food service industry: Linemaster footswitch Variable

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The linemaster footswitch variable might be a relatively new release, but it's still nothing short of impressive this year, thanks to multiple price cuts and added new features over the past few months. Variable action switches (also called foot potentiometers) function similarly to momentary action switches, but also provide control over the connected device's operating speed and mode of operation. It has a steel housing with electro-coated finish for durability and resistance to corrosion and bolt holes for mounting to the floor or equipment. It comes with up to three pedals and can have a maintained, momentary, variable, or anti-trip switch action. It has a 25'cable plug for compatibility with lincoln food service equipment.

It has an ingress protection (ip) rating of 20 for protection against small amounts of dripping water and access with a finger, and it is compliant with the restriction of hazardous substances (rohs) directive. It is suitable for the food service industry, among others.

Why We Like This:

Release pedal and heel rest for comfort and safety
Release termination and has a spring
One of the new comers and featured product

Best For scroll saw: Himapro footswitch Variable

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Next on the list, we've got yet another switch that manages to win our hearts. It's the himapro footswitch variable and it's widely considered as one of the best convenient switch you can buy. This pedal option makes your equipment an easy accessible emergency shut off. It allows hands-free operation when using various machines such as woodworking tools, wood carving machines, sewing machines, textile tools, router, sander, drill press, scroll saw, meat grinder, and any household appliances. It is compatible with variable speed equipment.

Why We Like This:

Plastic switch housing, good wiring cable
A must have for any garage or workshop
Would work on a sewing machine
A very safe accessory for using a table saw or other equipment