When you need timber that's smooth and sized to spec, a good planer delivers the finish that makes all the difference. Explore our range of planers built to handle everything from door trimming to full timber preparation. These workhorses have the grit and power to give you pro-grade results, every time.
Whether you're a chippy working on custom joinery, a builder prepping timber for frames, or a DIY expert tackling home projects, the right planer tool transforms rough timber into smooth, workable material. From compact electric planer models for quick touch-ups to heavy-duty thickness planers for workshop use, we've got the gear to match your needs and workspace. Need one for large-scale projects? Check out our corded planers for those long days on the tools.
Cordless Planers FAQ
What to know before buying a planer?
Before buying a planer, you’ll need to first consider the job at hand. Things like:
The type of projects you have lined up
The timber material you'll work with (For example, hardwoods need more power than softwoods)
The power you need and the features that matter most
Timber dimensions
Required cutting depth
Once you understand your requirements, you can then find the right tool by checking:
How powerful the planer is
Its planing width and cutting depth per pass
Whether a cordless or corded tool is required
You may also want to consider the brand. Our range includes trusted names like Makita planers, DeWalt planers, Bosch, and Milwaukee planers - all built to handle daily site work and deliver consistent results. Not sure? Rest easy knowing if we stock it, it’ll go the distance.
All that woodworking makes for messy, dusty work. Make sure you wear correct masks and invest in a dust collection system to make cleanup easier and keep your workspace safer.
What are the advantages of a planer?
The advantage of a planer is its ability to produce smooth and consistent surfaces with ease. It makes quick work of imperfections such as cupping, twisting, or bowing, transforming rough-sawn timber into flat, level boards. They’re also faster and more accurate than using sanders alone, especially when preparing timber for joinery. The precision achieved from planers can help improve the quality and finish of your woodworking projects, without the added elbow grease!
Planers make light work of:
Trimming doors and windows to fit
Creating smooth surfaces on rough-sawn timber
Reducing timber thickness to exact specifications
Preparing timber for staining or finishing
Removing old paint or surface imperfections
What is the difference between a planer and a thicknesser?
A planer and a thicknesser (or thickness planer) serve different but complementary purposes in woodworking.
A planer's primary job is to flatten one face of a board and square up one edge, creating a flat reference surface. A thicknesser takes that flattened board and planes the opposite side, bringing the timber down to a consistent thickness across its entire length.
In a workshop, they’re often used together: the planer first to establish one flat face, then the thicknesser to size the board.
Are electric planers worth it?
Electric planers are worth it for anyone who often works with timber, as they save significant time and effort. They offer consistent, precise results difficult to achieve by hand, especially on larger or multiple pieces of wood. For tradies, they speed up job completion and ensure professional results. For DIYers, they make tricky tasks like fitting doors or flattening tabletops much more manageable, giving you a better finish with less fuss.
Shop online or visit your nearest Tool Kit Depot for the right cordless planner today
