The Klein Tools ModBox folding workbench looks a lot like my favorite portable work table, but might be even better.
It features slots and dog holes to accommodate clamps for holding down workpieces, and a quick one-handle setup process.
The Klein workbench collapses into a compact package (4.5″ folded height) for easy storage.
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The bench has a load capacity of 1,000 pounds, which sounds like plenty.
Klein also built a ModBox accessory rail into the side, which can accommodate a selection of hooks, bins, and other accessories (all sold separately) that could be convenient to keep close at hand.
At the time of this posting, Lowe’s is offering free delivery.
Price: $99 (ends Jan 7)
According to my post from the start of the year (see Klein Tools also Launched a Folding Workbench), this launched at $120. Other retailers have it at $130 right now. Lowe’s has it on sale for $99 and says this reflects $30 savings. That sounds about right.
Seems like a great buy, what do you think?
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James
It looks a LOT like the DeWalt folding workbench (which I assume is your alluded to favorite). I’m not clear on what you are referring to as the mod box accessory rail unless it’s 2 small strips on either side of the handle? Or is it the handle itself?
Do you have any information to compare pros and cons between this and the DeWalt version?
I have been happy with my dewalt but it’s currently $125 at Home Depot. Normally I think the holiday sales would bring it down to $99, but not sure about this year with tariffs (not trying to be political at all). If this Klein version has the same or better capabilities, it might be worth a look as a (possibly) cheaper alternative???
Rog
I have the identical Dewalt one and love it. I doubt it’ll ever be $99 again so I’m tempted with this one. But I don’t really *need* it… decisions, decisions…
Jack S
Recently purchased 2 more Dewalt’s at Ace Hardware (of all places) w/ coupon for $99 ea. Love ’em especially the quick open/close. The key difference looks to be the Klein has those little bars on either side of the handle, but not the opposite side, to hang some – not all – of their MODBox accessories. Appears the cup holder and multi-hook MODBox’s could fit, but no other accessories – could be wrong about that. Also, I wonder if they’d be annoying if left attached when storing the table (catching on things, falling off, breaking, etc.).
Frank D.
I still miss the X horses …
If I had known they’d be discontinued, I would have bought several more.
Julian Tracy
The X horses had many iterations, the original aluminum leg versions were so much more rigid than the plastic leg versions. And also much lighter than the steel leg versions.
But yeah – they are pretty much the ideal worksite table/horse.
I buy them at estate sales or FB MP wherever I see them… have at least four currently; two I use daily