The 8 Best Jet Long bed jointers (2023 reviews)

We know from years of feedback from readers, customers and amazon sellers, what most people want in a jointer. This product is exactly that - it's a simple product that hits all the right notes. The infeed and outfeed tables feature jet's exclusive front. They could have easily had a fully flush fence and mounted this plastic slider underneath to the rear as there is plenty of space for it. It features a long, cast-iron table with a smooth, flat precision-machined finish that keeps the wood sliding predictably while ensuring accuracy. The fence slides in and out smoothly, while not touching the table itself with the metal parts, but rather slides on a plastic piece so as not to scratch it.

Adjustment mechanisms are easy to use and the bed surface is as flat as glass, very nice. This machine is very quiet, producing a (pleasant even) humming sound when operating. These knives have two cutting edges that effectively double their life, and they are aligned using jet's exclusive auto quick-set system.

Why We Like This:

Excellent power, gorgeous finished cut, quiet and extrememly accurate
Adjustment of depth in feed and out feed is excellent and easy
Easy to set up with a bit of help
Perfect joint, no snipe, very smooth operation

Best For home workshop: Jet Helical Head

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The jet helical head's superior materials makes sure that it ages well with use. If you are on a budget and need a decent jointer this is your machine. It comes with Jet’s industry-leading service support professionals standing by to assist from setup to output. It is designed for quick and mergency stops. It all bolts up pretty well with a small amount of shifting and twisting to get bolt holes aligned. The front table has a side protrusion which is there to help with rabbetting.

The helical head is amazing, and jointed boards are ready to finish. It is a simple push on/push off switch. The machine is top heavy so bolt it down or add some ballast.

Why We Like This:

Assembly was straight forward and easy
Very high quality and finish on jointed wood is glue ready
Cuts are smooth with no chatter
Easy to assemble, sturdy, easy adjustable fence, convenient power switch

Best For woodworking: Jet Benchtop Jointer

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Jet has been making great jointer for years, thanks to a combination of clever design and appropriate materials. It makes lot of sense to have both jointer and planer build into one machine. It comes with innovative features typically found only on big floor models, this handy tool offers a precision-ground tabletop for a smooth, straight cut every time, precision adjustment knobs, a telescoping blade guard, and a large dust port. These easy-to-see, stable knobs provide you with maximum control at every stage in your job.

Oversized, ergonomic knobs provide ease of use and maximum control. The set screws in the cutter head allow for very precise adjustment. The planer knives, there too the rubber mallet is helpful, the blade tend to stick a bit when being lowered, this is a very common quirk of planer blade adjustment.

Why We Like This:

Super compacted but very well built
Great value for 10" cutter head
Delivers what they promise

Best For industrial grade Use: Jet outfeed Table

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If you often find yourself scrambling for appropriate and satisfactory jointer, this product is your end point. It is the perfect machine for a small, home-based shop. If you put this together right, and you adjust it, it will be a functional machine and it does the job well. It switches between the two tools easily. The motor is a little on the small side, but its useable. It does better at 1/16 inch on the hard wood. The stand is a little flexible. The tool also makes a lot of noise so wear hearing protection. It is suitable for industrial grade use.

Why We Like This:

Diesent small jointer/planer for small jobs
Accuracy and clean cuts will be much improved
Delivers what they promise

Best For hobbyist: Jet Infeed Table

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Jet is known for creating pragmatic and minimalist jointer for people on the go. It should last an average woodworker a long time if treated well. THE DUST COLLECTOR collects only the dust but much of the cheep remains in the machine. The jet comes with an aluminum block to set the level on it. The directions for use are clear and it performs wonderfully. It works in a limited space. The boards are square and very smoothly finished. The set screws in the cutter head allow for very precise adjustment. It is good enough for weekend hobby work, but it definitely is mot a commercial grade tool.

Why We Like This:

Easy to assemble and light weight
One of the new comers and featured product

Best With Helical Cutterhead: Jet combination Machine

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The jet combination machine is the best desirable product on the market today. This machine makes a no-tool switch from jointer to planer in just a few quick motions, allowing you the capabilities of both machines without compromising your work space. The ability to hydraulically drop the machine onto the floor versus locking casters is super helpful and it will be around long after this Thing dies. The Jet is contained in a 1/2" plywood box resting on chip board pallet blocks.

The helical cutter head delivers a very smooth surface. It is easy to stabilize stock for the heavy-duty,. It is composed of 4 wires. The dust extraction in both modes is very high. The vertical adjusting mechanism runs smoothly with no squeaking or rubbing. They come in a nice little plastic case with a separate slot for each one.

Why We Like This:

Sliding material across the ribbed bed is easy
Takes about 30 seconds to change from one to another
Jointing and planning are easy set up
Spiral cutter is smooth and quiet

Best With Helical Head: Jet Long bed Jointer

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We know from years of feedback from readers, customers and amazon sellers, what most people want in a convenient and appropriate jointer. The product is exactly that - it's a simple product that hits all the right notes. The Jointer comes directly from JET. It comes in two boxes plus this jet closed stand jointer has a base footprint of 17"x. It's not designed specifically for any machine, but it's sturdy and rolls easily enough. There are dog ears on each end to allow for bolting to a base that each protrude approximately 1" too. The power box is unwired and you have to wire the motor and install a plug for your electrical installation. The tables are nice and flat and the knives come perfectly setup.

The Jointer comes in two pieces. It's also awkwardly big with the center of gravity in the middle and rear.

Why We Like This:

Heavy-duty, one-piece steel closed stand with mounting tabs
Center-positioned fence controls and front-mounted table adjustment handwheels
Large chrome handwheels, and easy-to-reach locks, make table adjustments less of a hassle
Cuts straight as an arrow on stock over 6ft long

Best For Table saw: Jet combo Machine

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Jet has been making great jointer for years, thanks to a combination of clever design and appropriate materials. It's still really fast to convert from jointer to planer. It easily planes dense hardwood without hesitation. The Unit fits snugly on the 708119 base after cutting two of the bars for the base in half. The support uses multiple locking knobs, and the fence itself is easy to twist.

The machine is originally packaged and well protected in a plywood box. It is a very nice unit, easy to change overs. The manual has instructions and all the bolts / hex screws are well accessible for this. The unit fits snugly on the 708119 base after cutting two of the bars for the base in half.

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