Best Work Benches

Updated May 17, 2022
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Best of the Best

Fedmax

Wide + Rolling Workbench

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Best of the Best

Pros

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  • 800 - 900 reviews
  • 20 L x 61 W x 44 H inches
  • Maximum weight limit is 300 lbs
  • 14 different height settings
  • 4ft butcher block sustainable surface
  • Customizable feet + locking wheels

Cons

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  • Expensive price
  • Heavy product (76 lbs)

Seville

Wood Top Workbench

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Runner Up

Pros

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  • 700 - 800 reviews
  • 24"D x 28"W x 37.5"H
  • Weight capacity: 500 lbs
  • Drawer dividers are included
  • 1" thick solid wood surface

Cons

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  • Workbench came missing parts, long delay to get new ones
  • Drawers are sensitive (get stuck a lot)

Goplus

Adjustable Workbench

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Runner Up

Pros

pros
  • 400 - 500 reviews
  • 48 L x 24 W x 42 H inches
  • Weight capacity: 1,500 lbs
  • Eco-friendly & Thick Bamboo Top
  • 1.5” thick bamboo surface

Cons

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  • Missing setup instructions when it arrived
  • Arrived damaged and took forever to get new parts

WORKPRO

Adjustable Workbench

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Runner Up

Pros

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  • 200 - 300 reviews
  • 60in x 22in x 31-1/2in
  • Weight capacity: 2,000 lbs
  • 16-inch thick solid hardwood surface
  • Power strip built-in (4 outlets + 2 USB ports)

Cons

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  • Very challenging to assemble
  • Workbench came missing parts

How We Tested

We recommend these products based on an intensive research process that's designed to cut through the noise and find the top products in this space. Guided by experts, we spend hours looking into the factors that matter, to bring you these selections.

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Best Work Benches

Reliability

Our testing process for these workbenches took us a long time. Why? Besides the Fedmax workbench, every item we ordered arrived damaged, missing parts or missing install instructions. Reliability is our highest grading criteria due to the fact that most of these products were unable to be assembled until weeks after they first arrived for one reason or another. What good is sturdy and stylish workbench if it takes over a month to put to use?

Reviews

When in doubt, trust those who’ve come before you. While we don’t always look at reviews, we certainly do when a decision is going to cost $100 – 200. There are lots of new products being launched but reviews tell all. Look for not just the best rating but also the number of reviews. Quantity will tell you a lot about consistency and quality over time. Evaluate many marketplaces’ reviews before making your final decision.

Adjustability

Different projects require different positioning and heights. You want the most customizable workbench to accommodate any type of work. We found that many of these items tout being easy to move around and adjust the height. We found that most workbenches with drawers or back panels had considerably lower amounts of adjustability than traditional workbenches.

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The Fat Kid Deals editorial team researches hundreds of products based on consumer reviews, brand quality, and value. We then choose a shorter list for in-depth research and testing before finalizing our top picks. These are the products we considered that ultimately didn't make our top 5.

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About the Author Kelly Skelton

Kelly is a lifelong content creator with an interest in sports, real estate, car-sharing, and stocks. He was born and raised in Boston, MA, and is now living in Austin, Texas. His "9-to-5" career is focused on marketing and operations.

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