DeWalt DW734 vs DW735 planer
At a glance
| Spec | DeWalt DW734 | DeWalt DW735 |
|---|---|---|
| Max width | 12-1/2 inch | 13 inch |
| Motor | 15 amp, 20,000 rpm | 15 amp, 20,000 rpm |
| Cutterhead | Three knives, 10,000 rpm | Three knives, 10,000 rpm |
| Feed speed | One speed, 96 cuts per inch | Two speeds, 96 or 179 cuts per inch |
| Chip ejection | Dust port, no fan assist | Fan-assisted chip ejection |
| Snipe control | Four-column carriage lock | Automatic carriage lock |
| Best for | Hobby shops, lighter work | Frequent planing, finish passes |
The table compares the DeWalt DW734 and DW735 on width, motor, cutterhead, feed speed, chip ejection and snipe control; both share the same 15-amp motor and three-knife head, and the practical difference is the DW735's second speed and wider capacity. Specs are from the DeWalt listings on Amazon.
Pick the DeWalt DW734 if...
You plane smaller boards for furniture and shop projects, you want to keep the cost and weight down, and you are happy with the 96 cuts-per-inch finish. It is a capable machine for a one-person shop.
Pick the DeWalt DW735 if...
You regularly plane wider or longer stock, you want the 179 cuts-per-inch speed for a smoother finish pass, or you want fan-assisted chip ejection to keep the machine clearing under heavy use. This is the one most woodworkers end up buying.
Who should skip both
Skip both if you only need to flatten wide panels (a drum sander or a router sled is better) or you need to face-joint boards first; a planer alone will not make a board flat, so you may need a jointer or a sled.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the DW734 and DW735?
The DW735 is 13 inches wide and has a two-speed gearbox (96 or 179 cuts per inch) plus fan-assisted chip ejection. The DW734 is 12-1/2 inches wide with a single feed speed. Both use a 15-amp, 20,000 rpm motor and a three-knife cutterhead.
Is the DW735 worth the extra money?
If you plane often or care about the smoothest finish, yes. The second speed lets you take heavy passes at 96 cuts per inch and finish at 179. For occasional use the DW734 is enough.
Do these planers have snipe?
All portable planers can snipe at the ends of a board. Both have carriage locks that reduce it, and feeding long boards with support at both ends helps most.
What does the planer need for power?
Both draw 15 amps, so run them on a dedicated 15 or 20 amp circuit and avoid long, thin extension cords.
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