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Many people look for the best bench vise under hundred dollar price range. We have looked at the best bench vises for the money and this is the list we came up with.
Remember that this is our list and does maybe not reflect the opinion of other people we all have a different opinion about the best vise brand.
In our reviews, we looked at the price compared to the quality based on reading on consumer site, manufacturer sites and forums.
We still urge you to do your own research to find your best bench vise under $100.
Yost 455 vise – 4.5 inch combination bench and pipe vise
Our Rating: 4.5
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Only the 4.5″ is priced under $100 most of the time. Larger models of this bench mount Yost vise are priced higher
Features of the Yost 455 vise
- 4.5 inch jaw width
- 0.125 to 2″ pipe clamping
- Light duty
- 360 degrees swivel base
- Replaceable top jaws
- Grooved pipe grip
Pros and Cons
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Pros:
- Replaceable top jaws
- 360-degree swivel
- Cast Iron body
- Small anvil surface
- Available in 5 sizes
Cons:
- Made in China
- Not for heavy duty jobs
- Needs lubrication
- Crank bar bends a little easy
Our opinion of the Yost bench vise 455 – 4.5 inch
There is a discussion if Yost vises are made in the USA or in China and it seems that it is made in China.
For a small and light duty this vise will work very well. After receiving the vise it is advised by many people to grease it right away. It only comes lightly oiled.
The handle bar seems to be a little light and I read several times that it bends a little, not beyond not usable anymore, but still.
If you use this Yost swiveled bench vise at home or for light duty it will do, but for heavier work I suggest a larger mouth width.
Tekton 54006 6 inch swivel base vise
Our Rating: 4.6
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We found that the price for the 4 and 6 inch are under $100 at this time. The 8 inch is priced higher
Features of the Yost 455
- 120 degree swivel base
- Available in 4,6 and 8 inch
- Small anvil for light duty use
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Pros and Cons
Pros:- Mounting template included
- Reasonable priced
- Works well
Cons:- Made in China
- Fixed jaw almost flush with work bench
- Mounting holes are not 3/8 inch but smaller
- Anvil is not heavy duty
Our opinion of the Tekton 54006 6 inch
The main complaint we found was that the mounting holes in the base were suppose to be 3/8 inch but they are smaller and probably 5/16 inch.
Many people use this Tekton vise to work on their guns and are pretty happy with it. That kind of proofs that it is for light duty work. The anvil is a nice feature, but I recommend never to use any vise as an anvil. In my opinion it will sooner or later damage the cast iron, but maybe I am wrong.
Overall this is a nice vice for hobby and light use for an affordable price of under 100 dollar.Performance Tool W3903 Hammer Tough 6″ Bench Vise
Our Rating: 4.5
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Many of the Performance vises are priced under a 100 dollar. Except the larger machinist rotating visesFeatures of the Yost 455
- 5 1/4 inch jaw opening
- Built in anvil
- 360 degree swivel
- Powder coated finish
Pros and Cons
Pros:- Steel plated jaws
- magnetic jaws
- Fairly priced
Cons:- Made in China
- Finish is not to good
- Does not fit most drill plates
- need some greasing
Our opinion of the Performance Tool W3903 Hammer Tough 6″ Bench Vise
The saying you get what you pay for is something that would apply for this Performance W3903 vise. The prices for almost all their vises are very affordable and the quality is okay for light or medium heavy duty work. The finish a little rough sometimes and it does need some grease after installing it.
Overall again a decent bench vise that has a 360 degree swivel. Like we always recommend is not to use the built in anvil to heavily. There are many other sizes available by Performance.
IRWIN Heavy-Duty Workshop Vise, 6″ – 226306ZR
Our Rating: 4.2
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We found the 4, 5 and 6 inch Irwin bench vises for under $100Features of the Irwin 226306ZR
- Cast Iron
- 360 degree swivel
- Built in anvil
- Four holes in the base
Pros and Cons
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Pros:- Irwin quality
- Reasonable priced
- Holds out pretty good
Cons:- 7% low ratings
- Not Heavy Duty
- Little loose
Our opinion of the IRWIN Heavy-Duty Workshop Vise 6″ – 226306ZR
I was a little confusing to dig through all the information of this Irwin 6 inch bench vise 226306ZR. Some remarks were made that the picture you see above is not what you get. The real thing seems to be better quality.
This is a general vise for general use and nothing more. Just like most vises in the under 100 dollar price range. For heavy duty you will pay a lot more of-course. This vise and its 360 degree swivel is great for home and light shop use like for working on guns or golf clubs, like was mentioned.
The heavy duty in the title is a little too much.
Overall this is a nice vice and although not top quality it is good for normal use. I found that the manufacturer advises against using the anvil as a “real” anvil and only for light work. Our rating of 4.2 is based on all the research we did on several sites.
Wilton 11106 6 inch bench vise
Our Rating: 4.6
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This vise is made of steel and not of cast iron. Made for light duty although I read some good things about it holding up pretty good overall.Features of the Yost 455
- Made from steel
- Double lock swivel
- Anvil wok surface
- Weighs 40 pounds
Pros and Cons
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Pros:- Replaceable jaws
- Anvil 4 x 4 inches
- 90% high ratings
Cons:- Swivels only 90 degrees
- Not made in America?
- Few complaints about bad quality
Our opinion of the Wilton 11106 6 inch bench vise
Although this vise is not made in America it seems that it is coming from Czech republic and this maybe explains why a lot of people rave about the quality.
A retired tool and die maker wrote that this is not you average harbor freight quality since it weighs a lot more than comparable brands.
Did not find any problems with sharp edges like with some Chinese made
It is impossible to tell you what is the best bench vise. It all depends on what you will use it for and how much you are willing to spend.
It is hard to find a USA made bench vise since most of them come from China lately. If yo have found a brand that is still made here at home let us know in the comments
When you ask yourself the question how much is a vice. You find that they range from under 100 dollar like we did in this post or you can spend as much as you like to if you are into the more heavy duty vises.
Overall you can say that a bench vise under $100 is best used for light work at home and not really for heavy or industrial use. In the future I will probably do a best bench vise under $200 review and see what I can come up with in the price range 100 – 200 dollar.
Read all our Bench vise reviews here!
Eddie Aiken