Keter Jobmade
Portable Work Bench- Overall Rating
- Can handle up to 1000 pounds
Folds up into an easy to carry case
Weighs under 30 pounds
Comes with clamps and stabilizers
Extra Ordinary build quality
Worx Pegasus
Multi-Function Work Table- Overall Rating
- Folds up Easily
Comes with accessories and clamps
Sturdy and safe
Easily converts from sawhorse
Best Value portbale workbench
Kreg KWS1000
Portable Workbench- Overall Rating
- Super sturdy steel base
Clamps and holes in surface
Folds up and stores easily
Weighs only 40 pounds
Cheaper portable workbench
Introduction
All handymen and handywomen listen up! Ever heard of a portable workbench? If not, you are about to be amazed with the home depot workbench. The ability to pop up a table and get to work anytime and anywhere is amazing. Most workstations are large, bulky, and take lot of time and effort to move around from one place to another. Similarly, finding the surface you need when you’re out and about can be a hassle. The best solution to this is getting a work table with wheels.Â
With a portable workstation, both of these problems are solved. These are foldable and lightweight so they can be stored and transported with you from one gig to another. Portable workbenches are all over the place and not all are constructed equally. While basic mobile workbench are better for larger loads, others are best for sawing or drilling. Some include accessories to help you create your preferred workstation. Others come with holes and clamps at the top for a versatile setup.
It might seem overwhelming at first but, we’re here to help. We have researched and tested the best outdoor work benches for you. What we found is that, many of them have the same features but, not all of them are created with the same quality. So, we sifted through and narrowed down our top 10 picks for the best portable workbenches 2020 has to offer. These come from top names in the industry but, won’t break the bank. What you’ll find below is not only a list of our top 10 but also, a detailed look into each of our picks. So, let’s get started!
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Overview Table for the Best Portable Workbenches in 2020
Below, we have our top 10 picks for the best portable workbenches. All of them are ranked by features, durability, and construction. Later on down, we will take a more in-depth look at each one, pointing out their best features along with a pros and cons list to help with your choices. Now, let’s get to the list.
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1 WORX PEGASUS WORK TABLE 
• Supports up to 300 pounds
• Weighs only 30 pounds
• Super compact and foldable with added quick clamps 
2 KREG KWS1000 WORKBENCH 
• Autoadjust bench for the perfect setup
• Takes only seconds to fold down for use
• Built in stoarge trays
3 Keter Jobmade Portable Work Bench 
• Constructed with super sturdy resin marerial
• Pops up and is ready for use in less than 30 seconds
• Incudes accessories that will help you organize tools and keep them all in place
4 KETER FOLDING WORKBENCH 
• Made with polypropylne to prevent rusting and denting
• Weighs in under 30 pounds
• Folds down to only a little over 4 inches for easy storage 
5 Sjöbergs Hobby Plus 850 Birch Workbench 
• Super easy to set up
• Made from Genuine European hard Birch
• Optimized for sturdiness to get any job done
6 BLACK & DECKER WM125 WORKBENCH 
• Frame madd of steel for a super stable hold
• Weighs only 17 pounds but can support up to 350 pounds
• Non-skid pegs on legs to prevent slipping
7 BLACK & DECKER WM225 WORKBENCH 
• Transforms into workbench or sawhorse
• Includes pegs and swivels to find the perfect grip
• Can support up to 450 pounds 
8 BLACK & DECKER WM425 WORKBENCH 
•Includes one-handed clamp for adjustment even during solo jobs
• Can easily convery to help you saw, cut or hammer
• Has a holding capacity up to 550 pounds
9 PERFORMANCE TOOL W54025 PORTABLE WORKBENCH 
• Anti-skid materials at the bottom prevent slip
• Super compact and simple to store
• Can support up to 300 pounds total of weight
10 BLACK & DECKER WM1000 WORKBENCH 
• Frame constructed of quality steel that supports up to 550 pounds
• Foldable and lighweight for easy strorage and transport
• Embedded clamps for a sturdy hold 
Editor’s review of 10 Best Portable Workbenches
We dug a bit deeper into each outdoor work table searching for the features of each one. Here, we point out key features along with a list of pros and cons for each workbench. Up first, we have our last place pick, the Black & Decker WM1000.
[Ranking 10]: Black & Decker WM1000 Workmate Workbench
This Black & Decker portable work station has got it all. Designed with a sturdy steel frame, this bench can hold up to 550 pounds. However, it only weighs a little over 30 pounds. The top is large and the height is about 40 inches. The sawhorse workbench is foldable and portable, making it a great option for the handy man or woman on the go.
Included in the setup and pack is a portable work center, one where tools and accessories can be easily stored along with 4 swivel pegs. These help you find the perfect hold on any job that you might be doing. They prevent movements that could be dangerous when handling power tools. The feet are complete with rubber embedded materials to keep the bench from slipping.
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[Ranking 9]: Performance Tool W54025 Portable Workbench
This mobile workbench weighs in at only 8.3 pounds. It doesn’t come with all of the bells and whistles but, everything that you need to get to work fast. It pops open with ease and folds up just as simply. It takes seconds to setup and use. It comes with a holding capacity of 300 pounds. Included in this setup are rubber stoppers to prevent skidding. In addition, there is a set of sawhorses to get the perfect setup while you cut or drill away. Â
Pros
- Slip resistant materials make up the feet to prevent sliding
- Has a holding capacity up to 300 pounds
- Only weighs 8.3 pounds, making it easy to haul
- Easy to setup and store
Cons
- Made from plastic
- There is no holding place for tools
- Length is adjustable but not height
[Ranking 8]: Black & Decker WM425 Workmate Workbench
Black & Decker is a well-known brand that makes very quality portable products. Some of them are portable freezer, portable dishwasher, cheap countertop wine cooler, etc.
This is the second Black & Decker workbench to make the cut. Unlike our number 10 pick, this small work table is packed with features that make it stand out among many others. It’s got a holding capacity from 425 pounds all the way up to 550 pounds. Workers and DIYers can rest assured that there is no job that is too big for this bench. You can create the perfect grip for almost any job, using a unique combination of pieces that you can put together any way you see fit.
You can set this Stanley folding workbench up and break it down pretty easily. This allows you to store it in a number of places to keep your workspace nice and neat. It is portable, though the overall weight is on the heavier side.
Pros
- Clamps and pegs work together to create the perfect grip
- Solid rubber grip aligns the bottom to keep from slipping
- Can hold up to 550 pounds
- Folds up and stores nicely
Cons
- On the heavier side, coming in at over 40 pounds
- Assembly can be challenging and instructions are not so clear
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[Ranking 7]: Black & Decker WM225 Workmate Workbench
Another B&D making it to our list is the WM225. This portable withstand is a versatile product for any job. It has the ability to change shape, shifting into a sawhorse, a vise, and even a bench when necessary. The solid steel base can support up to 450 pounds. It grips solidly to the floor as you get the job done. This sawhorse work table is a foldable bench weighing only 14 pounds.
Included in this setup are pegs that adjust to keep a stronghold on your work and, a clutch and clamp system. This system works with all kinds of materials in all kinds of shapes to keep you safe. The assembly of this portable folding bench is simple. It is also easy to store them in smaller spaces.Â
Pros
- The clutch and clamp system lets you adjust to get the perfect grip
- Rubber stoppers on the feet prevent slip
- Steel base is quality constructed and holds up to 450 pounds
- Attachable pieces convert into a sawhorse and vise easily
Cons
- First-time assembly can be challenging
- Some pieces come loosely attached, including some of the screw holding the wooden pegs
[Ranking 6]: Black & Decker WM125 Workmate Workbench
The jaws on this workbench are amazing. They can swivel and turn in a number of angles, making it useful for all kinds of jobs. Clamps are added with the setup along with swivel pegs for the perfect grip. Rubber stoppers in the end prevent any slip and the solid steel materials come with a holding capacity of 350 pounds.
Initial assembly requires some fitting together but, once you’re done, it is simple to use. Materials are sturdy and durable, so this system is super easy to clean. Plus, wherever your job takes you, you’ll love that this portable workbench. It weighs in at only 15 pounds which is impressive. This compact workbench can truly be your right-hand man no matter how tough the job might be. It comes with a portable vise stand too.Â
Pros
- Sturdy steel based can hold up to 350 pounds
- Includes clamps and pegs that can be adjusted to all kinds of angles
- Jaws are embedded with grooves to help maintain grip
- Foldable storage that fits in all kinds of tight spaces
Cons
- Requires detailed initial assembly that can be complicated
- Lower than average carrying capacity
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[Ranking 5]: Sjöbergs Hobby Plus 850 Birch Workbench
This workbench is constructed from high-quality European Birch. At the top of the 33-inch table, there are holes for the included bench dogs. They are designed with glass-filled nylon. You’ll find a tool clamp and a convenient tool holder that arranges neatly on the side for easy access. You also have an accessory kit filled with gadgets to help you construct the perfect setup.
There are cushions in the jaws made from rubberized cork. These help make the multi purpose workbench last along. While the quality and the sturdiness of the portable work desk make it stand out among the competition, the one thing that this bench lacks is complete portability. In order to be taken on the go, you’ll have to take off some attachments, as there is not a part that folds up. What might make up for that is the 10-year warranty offered by the manufacturer, helping to further verify its quality.
Pros
- Made from quality European Birch
- Comes with pegs and clamps to help get and keep the perfect grip
- Comes backed by a 10-year warranty
- Easy to put together and take apart
Cons
- This bench is not foldable and more difficult to move from one place to another
- Lower carrying capacity overall
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[Ranking 4]: Keter Folding Work Station Workbench
This Keter workbench is an overall winner in every sense. You can have it set up and ready for use in just about 30 seconds with the advanced pop up design. It folds up just as quick, allowing you to carry it from one place to another. Overall weight is less than 30 pounds, even with its heavy-duty and highly durable aluminum legs.
The materials make up an overall holding capacity of up to 1000 pounds resistant to scratches and scrapes with its polypropylene top. Included along with the bench are attachments and accessories. This allows you to create the perfect workspace for you no matter if you’re drilling, sawing or hammering. The break down and fold up is quick and easy too.Â
Pros
- Weighs under 30 pounds
- Can hold up to 1000 pounds
- Comes with accessories to help with woodcutting or sawing
- Folds down to only 4 inches for easy storage
Cons
- Latches made from non-reinforced plastic that can be easy to bend or break
- Non-adjustable height
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[Ranking 3]: Keter Jobmade Portable Work Bench (with review video)
Whether it is a DIY project or fixing up things around the house, the Keter Jobmade Clamping Table works like a charm. The top is made of resin, a heavy-duty material that is quite durable. The base materials include polypropylene that is resistant to wear and tear.
The foldable square table features four total holding clamps, making it useful for woodwork and sawing. A handy tool organizer comes along with it too, one that can be removed and added when needed.  Â
The entire weight of this collapsible work table is less than 30 pounds. The system folds up into a briefcase that can either be stored or carried along. While it might not weigh much, the folding wooden benches have the power to hold 1000 pounds.
You won’t have to worry about your work slipping out from under you thanks to the leg stabilizers that keep the bench in place.
Watch review video of Keter Jobmade portable workbench:
Pros
- Can handle up to 1000 pounds
- Folds up into an easy to carry case for easy transport
- Weighs under 30 pounds
- Comes with clamps and stabilizers to keep you safe while you work
Cons
- Clamps have a bit of wiggle room and did not fit the table perfectly
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[Ranking 2]: Kreg KWS1000 Workbench (with review video)
This compact folding table might look like a super simple setup but it’s a powerful one. The top is covered with holes that fit tons of accessories to create your perfect workspace.
There are built in trays for tools, screws and a clamp that adjusts to keep your work in its place. It pops open and is ready for use in seconds and also folds up to be carried along just about anywhere.
The base is constructed of steel complete with rubber covered feet that grip the ground. These materials are sturdy and durable as well as easy to clean. The work surface is already large coming in at nearly 30 inches.
It comes with the ability to connect with other Kreg workbenches for an even larger work area. The total weight of the portable table with wheels is 40 pounds but the system can hold over 400 pounds.
Watch review video of Kreg KWS1000 Portable workbench:
Pros
- Super sturdy steel base
- Clamps and holes in surface make for solid grip on materials
- Folds up and stores easily
- Weighs only 40 pounds and can be taken on the go
Cons
- Surface is not completely flat
- No built-in storage for accessories and other pieces
[Ranking 1]: Worx Pegasus Multi-Function Work Table (with review video)
The Worx Pegasus came in at our number one spot and rightfully so. This mobile work table has got it all. The top has over 30 inches of space to work. This gives you a large area to get your work done.
It can hold up to 300 pounds as a worktable and 1000 pounds as a sawhorse. This portable workbench comes with attachments to create the best type of workspace for sawing or drilling.
The entire bench weighs under 30 pounds and folds right up so you can take it from one place to another with ease. At the bottom, there is a space for tools and other accessories plus, a power strip to keep wires out of the way.
At the bottom of each leg, rubber material keeps the bench in place making it safe to use any power tool with confidence.
Watch review video of Worx Pegasus Portable workbench:
Pros
- Easily converts from sawhorse to worktable
- Folds up with ease and weighs under 30 pounds
- Comes with accessories and clamps to create a sure hold
- Sturdy and safe with rubber enforced stoppers on each leg
Cons
- Surface is not all the way flat and bubbles in the middle
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Portable Workbench Buying Guide: How to Pick Like a Pro
Things to consider before buying a portable workbench
Before making any kind of purchase, it is always good to figure out your ‘why’. What will the product be good for and will it enhance your life in a certain way? When it comes to a portable work bench, they come in handy for more than a few reasons, which we have listed below.
- They are a space saver
Most portable work benches fold up into an easy to carry item. They tend to be square or rectangular shaped. They also fit into most areas with ease. This can be a huge benefit if you’ve got a garage full of stuff that you like to keep nice and tidy.
- You can take them anywhere
A fold up workbench can be taken on the go. They fold into a neat and compact table that is easy to carry and can be transported. You’ll always be ready to go wherever the job takes you with these work tables.Â
- You can fix anything
You won’t just be working with a bench, most setups come with clamps and adjustable pieces that work for all kinds of jobs. This includes sawing, drilling, and cutting, with adjustments to better suit each type of job.
- They are highly adjustable
You will find that the size of the table and the height are easily adjustable. You won’t have to worry about hefty lifting or bulky pieces with a portable workbench, with most built to adjust to your needs.
- They are built to last
You will find that most portable workbenches are built to last. They are constructed with materials that come with huge carrying capacities. Alongside, the materials used are resistant to denting and eroding.
What to Look Out for When Buying a portable workbench
Once you see the benefits and discover that a portable workbench is what you need, it’s time to shop! When looking through the endless options of benches, it’s easy to feel clueless. But, don’t sweat it, we’ve got a few things to keep your eyes open for.
- Budget
Before getting into specifics, it is best to take a look at your budget. There are many benches on the market, some economic and some on the pricey side. Your budget can help you to better understand your options, helping you to weigh the benefits with the price. If one feature or another is more suitable for you, you’ll want to spend your money where it will be best used.
- Size
Size does matter and more so depending on the types of jobs you’ll be doing. Think about the majority of work that you do, noting whether you tend to work with larger or heavier objects. This will help you choose a collapsible workbench with plenty of space and enough power to hold your heaviest loads.
- Weight
Of course, with the ability to take your work on the go, you’ll want to be sure that you can handle the weight. If you’re constantly on the move and having to transport by hand, you will want to consider the weight. Make sure that it is one that is both easy to carry and light in weight.
- Sturdiness
You will want to make sure that you’re not choosing a bench that is flimsy. You want one that can take the heat, giving you the support and power that you need with your toughest jobs. Most of the sturdiness comes from both the materials workbenches are constructed from and the added plusses like rubber stoppers and clamps.
- Accessories
Speaking of clamps, you should take a look at the included accessories. If you’re an all-around fixer-upper, you’ll want to come prepared with all sorts of attachments that can get any kind of job done. Most workbenches will come with clamps and adjustable parts just make sure they are the ones that you need.
- Assembly and Disassembly
While the ability to transform from one bench to another sounds cool, it can be a nuisance if you’re constantly having to change. It is best to check out what it takes to make these changes, looking for benches that don’t take much work. Also, because you may be doing jobs here and there, you’ll want a folding workbench that is quick to set up and hassle-free.
- Versatility
Last but not least, you want to choose a bench that is suitable for all kinds of jobs. For this, you have to take into account a combination of the options listed above, going for those that fit your particular working style. If you’re constantly changing tools and fixing all kinds of problems under the sun, you’ll want a versatile bench that will power you through everything.
There you have it. All things that you should keep in mind when on the hunt for a portable workbench. Before we wrap everything up and let you in on some of our final thoughts, we’ve got answers to some of the most frequently asked questions. Use these to get a better understanding of how a folding work table could benefit you and your jobs, no matter how big they may be.
Frequently Asked Questions
Wrap Up: Choosing the Best Portable Workbench
A portable workbench can come in handy for many reasons. Whether it is DIY projects around the house of heavy-duty construction sites, one can come in handy, as long as you know what to look for. We have searched the market high and low and came up with a list of our top 10 recommendations for your next portable workstation.
You’ll need to keep a few things in mind like:
- Your budget
- The size and holding capacity
- The weight
- The Sturdiness
With these in mind, think about the types of jobs that you do and what kind of setup works best. Thinking about the jobs you do on a regular basis and the materials you work with most can give you an idea of how to set up shop and which accessories or features work best for you.
Once you find the perfect workbench for you, visit Amazon to scoop up the best prices. All of these top 10 are great for different reasons but, our number one overall pick, the Worx Pegasus Multi-Function Work Table, takes the cake. This is not only easy on the wallet but, also comes with everything you need for any kind of job. But, that’s just us. Anyone of the 10 will do. Your next portable workbench is out there, all you have to do is choose it.
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