Looking for the best new woodworking tools of 2025? You’re in the right place. Whether you're just getting started in the shop or you're a seasoned pro always on the lookout for a better way to build, this guide counts down the top 20 tools that made waves this year. From budget table saws to high-end sanders, these innovations are worth a spot in your woodworking setup.

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Why These Tools Matter

As a full-time content creator and self-taught woodworker, I’ve used (and abused) just about every tool under the sun. The list below includes tools that solved real shop problems, improved safety, saved time, or packed serious valuefor beginners and pros alike. Many are tools I personally use and recommend in my shop.

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Let’s jump into the countdown, starting at #20.

20. Evolution Table Saw — Small But Mighty

If you're tight on space or budget, the Evolution Table Saw is a standout pick. It packs more features than most compact saws, including:

Rack and pinion fence for dialed-in accuracy
10-inch blade for full-depth cuts
Sliding table that functions like a built-in miter sled
Integrated outfeed support (rare in compact saws)

I originally reviewed it at $399, but even at the new $475 price, it’s still a great value.

Want another solid budget option? Keep an eye out for my updated review of the SKIL 10-inch Table Saw.

19. Milescraft Track Saw Guide + Track Square

Turning a circular saw into a track saw? That’s what the Milescraft Track Saw Guide does for under $100.

Pair it with their new Track Square to get perfectly square sheet good cuts. It’s a solid way for beginners to get tracksaw accuracy without the tracksaw price tag.

If you’ve already invested in a traditional track, the TSO Track Square is top-tier.

18. BenchNuts by Carbon Method

Ever wrestle with a slippery board while sanding or routing? BenchNuts are foam work-holding pucks that grip your material without clamps. No more chasing boards around the bench.

Perfect for routers, sanders, and finishing work. Affordable. Simple. Smart.

17. Grizzly vs. Oliver 15-Inch Planers

These two benchtop beasts look alike because they’re basically cousins. But here’s what sets them apart:

Grizzly 15-inch Planer: Budget-friendly, 120V, spiral cutterhead
Oliver 15-inch Planer: Premium pick, 240V, helical cutterhead, smoother cuts on exotic woods

Both offer two-speed settings, digital depth readouts, and 15" capacity. If you’re not working with brittle woods, save cash and go Grizzly.

16. Bosch 18V Router with Drop-Safety Kill Switch

The Bosch 18V Trim Router Combo finally dropped in the U.S., and it brought a safety feature I love: if you drop it, the motor stops.

Also includes:

Micro-depth adjustment
Plunge and fixed bases
Variable speed control

It’s compact, powerful, and safety-forward.

15. Kobalt, Klein & Cobalt Folding Workbenches

Portable, compact, and super handy in small shops:

They roll, clamp, and fold flat to the wall. Perfect for job sites or tight shop spaces.

14. Kreg Mortise Mate

Don’t want to drop Domino dollars? The Kreg Mortise Mate is a budget-friendly loose tenon joinery solution. Works with your drill, and yes, it’s manufactured by JessEm (you know it’s good).

Adjust the fit of your tenon, drill mortises step-by-step, and make accurate joints without breaking the bank.

13. Dremel Blueprint

Think of the Dremel Blueprint as a compact miter saw in a box. Cuts small parts, great for laser cutting prep, model makers, or tight-space woodworking.

It rides on a rail, handles angles, and delivers precision. No table saw required.

12. TSO Parallel Guide System V2

Dial in cabinet-grade accuracy with the new TSO Parallel Guides. Easy snap-on setup, precise measuring, and no parallax error.

Millimeter and imperial markings. Three size options. Highly recommend for anyone building cabinets or shelving.

11. Best Budget Table Saw Upgrades

Want to level up your jobsite saw without emptying your wallet? These upgrades rocked in 2025:

VEVOR Miter Gauge: Dead accurate with micro adjust
WEN Miter Gauge: Great value
Rockler Small Parts Sled: Out of the box accuracy
Powertec Crosscut Sled: More capacity, adjustable fence
Canyon Fire Micro Adjuster: Fine-tune your table saw fence

10. Lightning Lock + Dust Hose Adapters

Lightning Lock makes switching dust collection tools a breeze. Just click and go. No more hose wrestling.

Pair it with a Dust Hose Adapter Kit for connecting shop vacs to routers, sanders, or small tools.

Also available at Rockler.

9. JessEm Stock Guides for Small Saws

If you’ve got a jobsite or compact saw, the new JessEm Stock Guides are a must-have. They provide:

Kickback protection
Cleaner, more accurate cuts
Downward and inward pressure for safer ripping

Easy to install and worth every penny.

8. Kreg Rebel 20V Cordless Pocket Hole Machine

The Kreg Rebel makes drilling pocket holes in big panels or small parts super easy. No more wrestling large sheets into a jig.

Cordless, adjustable, and portable. A big innovation in joinery tools this year.

7. MicroJig Grid Router Guide

If you’re into clamping jigs or making your own workholding system, the Grid Router Guide is amazing.

I used it to make a full 4x4 dovetail grid on my workbench in under an hour. It unlocks endless possibilities:

Clamp anywhere
Create repeatable jigs
Build router sleds, table saw sleds, and more

6. JessEm Box Joint Jig

Box joints without frustration? Yes, please. The JessEm Box Joint Jig is dead simple:

Router table compatible
Three fence/key sizes included
5-minute setup, perfect cuts

It’s beginner-friendly and delivers pro results.

5. DeWalt Multi-Head Drill + Grabo

The DeWalt Multi-Head Drill is powerful, flexible, and part of the 20V system. Includes:

90° head
Offset head
Standard chuck
1/4" hex driver

Pair it with the DeWalt Grabo for safely lifting and moving sheet goods, especially if you work solo.

4. RYOBI's 2025 Upgrades

A few of my favorite RYOBI tools this year:

Great performance, great price.

3. Cordless Sander Innovations

It was the year of the cordless sander. Top picks:

Milwaukee M12 FUEL 3/32" Sander: Silky smooth for fine work
Milwaukee 3/16": More aggressive for wood
Makita 40V: Lightweight, off-board battery
Festool 18V: Game-changing rake light
VEVOR 6-Inch Budget Option: Not fancy, but gets the job done

2. Milwaukee Dust Extractor + Packout Accessories

Milwaukee’s Dust Extractor is a beast. Why I kept mine:

Use it corded or cordless
Strongest suction of any vac I’ve owned
Stack Packout accessories on top

It’s now my go-to vac. I also use the Milwaukee M18 Precision Blower and Packout M12 Speaker around the shop daily.

1. G Sharp Chisel Sharpening Jig

My pick for most impactful tool of 2025: G Sharp Chisel Jig

If you’ve ever struggled to get scary sharp chisels, this kit makes it foolproof:

Four diamond plates (coarse to fine)
Simple step-down sharpening system
Works on cheap or premium chisels
Includes backer tool to flatten the back

Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned chisel ninja, this thing gets your edges scary sharp in minutes.

Final Thoughts

There you have it — 20 of the best and most impactful woodworking tools of 2025. If you found something helpful or discovered a tool worth trying, I’d love to hear about it. Drop a comment or come join our Woodworking Coaching Community over on Skool.

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Until next time — be safe, build something awesome, and I’ll catch you in the next post.

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