10 Best Saw Dust Collectors of 2024

If you have a small shop, space is a premium. This cyclonic separator by Dust Deputy is the ideal tool to use. It utilizes centrifugal force to extract 99 percent of hazardous particles from the air before it reaches your vacuum filter. This eliminates clogs and suction loss.

The Dust Deputy is designed to attach to your shop vacuum or dust extraction system to improve its performance by as much as 20 percent.

The best news is this effectively turns your single-stage collector into a two-stage model because as the dust enters the Dust Deputy, it gets forced down the tapered canister by using cyclonic action, trapping most of the debris at the bottom.

It also makes it easier to empty because all the dirt is in one place.

This Bosch dust extractor is a compact and powerful machine that suits the home garage perfectly. It has a HEPA filter that traps 99.97 percent of particles to a size of 0.3 microns, which takes care of the most hazardous material.

The filter gets a clean every 15 seconds to maintain maximum suction, plus the 150 CFM ensures that all material is efficiently moved along the hose into the belly of the dust extractor. It also has a power tool activation, which allows you to control it from the device rather than the extractor.

Its 9-gallon capacity lends it more to domestic use rather than woodshop performance. The OSHA (Occupational Health and Safety Administration) certification gives you peace of mind that it will keep you safe from hazardous waste material.

It’s also easy to store away, which is why we rated it the best for inside the home, and it could so easily have won the HEPA award, but we reserved that for another product.

This wall-mounted dust collector takes up less room, which is ideal if you have a smaller woodshop where space is a premium. It has a 2.5-micron filter bag, so while it isn’t as effective as the HEPA models, it still removes most hazardous waste.

The 1 horsepower dual-voltage motor has a 3,450 RPM top speed and an airflow capacity of 537 CFM. The switch key prevents usage when unattended, and can be removed to lock it in the off position.

The dust bag has a viewing window to monitor the levels and a zipper to facilitate easy dust removal.

This is similar to the Bosch model in that it is a dust extractor designed to attach directly to your power tool. It has a CFM value of 130, so slightly less than the Bosch, but it also contains a HEPA filter, trapping 99.97 percent of all particulates.

It has an auto-clean feature that ensures the filter doesn’t clog, improving suction and airflow. Bosch does this every 15 seconds, whereas this DeWALT completes that task every 30 seconds.

This DeWALT has the same power tool actuation, making it possible to control the dust extractor from the device rather than the actual unit. The 15 ft hose is anti-static, and the unit is lightweight at just 27 pounds.

When you want the most effective dust collection, go with a cyclone model. The centrifugal action ensures that most of the debris is collected in a separator before the filter traps the smallest particles.

The canister filter traps 99 percent of particles at a size of 2 microns, so it doesn’t rival the HEPA filters, but it does remove significant amounts of hazardous waste. You also get a remote control that operates at a distance up to 50 feet away.

The capacity runs at 30 gallons, while the 2 horsepower motor generates a CFM of 938. It may not be small or light, but it does come on a caster-mounted trolley, so you can move it around the woodshop with ease.

It is the most expensive dust collector to appear on the list, placing it firmly in the professional category because very few people have the budget to justify using this at home. Still, you do get a 5-year warranty as a consolation.

If you need a machine that collects dust but also separates it, look no further than this bucket. The dust cyclone captures debris — including sawdust and wood chips — and separates it so that it never enters the vacuum. This reduces clogs and protects your vacuum from damage.

This bucket also has a long filter life since it prevents debris from entering the vacuum. The dust cyclone separator creates a vortex effect that ensures that the filter and suction work longer.

If you’re looking for a multi-machine dust collector, this is a fantastic option. With two four-inch openings, you can attach two machines to one dust collector, saving you money.

The good news is if you don’t need two ports, you can put a cap on one of the openings.

Another awesome thing about this dust collector is that it can remain stationary, or you can use it as a mobile unit.

Not everyone needs a large, centrally-located dust collection system. Sometimes, a portable option is the best choice. If so, you’ll like this Rikon. It has a CFM rating of 660, so even though it is compact, it is no slouch.

It has large casters to maneuver around the shop floor, and the cloth collection bag stores particles up to 2.5 microns. So, while it won’t challenge the HEPA filters for the crown of most effective, for a compact collector, it does the job admirably.

You also get a wall-mounting bracket, so if you have a small shop and want this permanently fixed, you can. The adjustable hose is ideal for lathes, table saws, and drill presses.

For table saws, the collection system you use is a little different. It sits below the table, drawing the dust downwards towards the extraction hose that carries it away to the canister. This Milescraft is not the entire system, just the bag that attaches to the table.

This DustCutter claims it can reduce dust waste by up to 90 percent, so it improves the air quality of your woodshop. You can use this collection system with either a vacuum attachment or a funnel mode that dumps the debris in a bucket located below the table.

The vacuum method is more efficient because it removes most hazardous waste. You could also use the collector on its own, where the debris collects in the bag. The collector fits most table saws with a width of 20 inches by 17 inches in depth.

This collection bag is super-cheap, making it affordable to most woodworkers.

Dust collection systems are noisy, but this WEN is one of the quietest you can buy. It operates at 71 decibels, which is less noise than a standard vacuum cleaner. It generates an airflow of 660 CFM, thanks to the 5.7-amp motor.

The universal 4-inch dust port allows you to connect to your favorite shop tools, and 4 swivel casters make it easier to maneuver, and when you set it in place, you can lock the wheels to secure it.

You also get a wall-mounting bracket so that you can make it a permanent fixture of your workshop or garage. It’s also lightweight, weighing just 18.6 pounds. That said, you are limited because the collection bag only holds 12 gallons.