WEN WB4723T 48-Inch Workbench With Outlets Review
The WEN WB4723T is a 48-inch workbench with three built-in outlets, an overhead light, two drawers and a pegboard. It suits a garage that needs power and storage at one bench, but its tabletop is rated for only 220 lb.
On this page (14 sections)
- The WEN WB4723T workbench with outlets at a glance
- How big is the WEN workbench, and will it fit your wall?
- How do the outlets and light work on this workbench with outlets?
- How do three outlets compare with other benches?
- What can you store in the drawers, shelves and pegboard?
- Is a 220 lb tabletop enough?
- How hard is the WEN bench to assemble?
- Where should the WEN bench sit in the garage?
- Where do chemicals and sharp tools go on this bench?
- Who should buy the WEN WB4723T?
- Who should skip it?
- Which alternatives should you compare?
- How we scored the WEN workbench
- Which workbench with outlets should you pick?
The WEN WB4723T is a 48-inch workbench with three built-in outlets, an overhead light, two drawers and a pegboard on one frame. It suits a garage where you want power and storage at one bench, though its tabletop is rated for only 220 lb.
This review covers what the bench includes, how it fits a wall and who should look at other options first. For the wider category, start with our garage workbenches buying guide.
The WEN WB4723T workbench with outlets at a glance
WEN WB4723T 48 in Workbench With Outlets
- 48 x 25 in footprint, 62 in tall
- Three built-in 13-amp outlets
- Overhead fluorescent light
- Two drawers, upper and lower shelves and a pegboard
A 48 in workbench with three outlets, a light and two drawers. It suits a home garage that needs power and storage at one bench.
Pros
- Three built-in 13-amp outlets and an overhead light
- Two drawers plus upper and lower shelves
- Enamel-coated top that WEN describes as non-marring
Cons
- The tabletop is rated for only 220 lb
- At 88.5 lb it is easier with two people to lift into place
How big is the WEN workbench, and will it fit your wall?
The bench is 48 in wide, 25 in deep and 62 in tall, so it needs a 48 in wall run plus clearance at each end. The tabletop itself measures 47 x 23 in, a little smaller than the frame.
The 62 in is the height of the whole unit, and WEN doesn't give a separate tabletop height, so check that before you plan to sit at it. Measure the space above too, since the overhead light and pegboard rise over the top.
WEN doesn't describe any height adjustment, so treat this as a fixed bench. Our adjustable vs fixed height workbench guide explains the trade-off.
If you're not sure 48 in is the right length for your wall, our guide on what size garage workbench you need walks through the choice.
How do the outlets and light work on this workbench with outlets?
The bench has three side-mounted 120V outlets rated at 13 amps, so tools and chargers sit close to where you work. The light is an overhead fluorescent, and WEN doesn't give a brightness, so add a task lamp if you do close work.
Follow the maker's manual for the outlets, and ask a licensed electrician about the circuit if you plan to run several tools at once. If lighting is the deciding factor, our best garage workbenches with built-in lights roundup compares more options.
Workbench outlets and the circuit
Three outlets is a useful count for hand tools and chargers. For a heavy machine, plan the circuit with a licensed electrician first.
Built-in outlets still need a power source, so pick a spot within reach of a wall outlet. WEN doesn't state a cord length, so measure before you commit to a corner.
The outlets are side-mounted, so check the product photos to see which end of the bench they sit on. That decides which end should face your wall outlet.
How do three outlets compare with other benches?
Three outlets is on the low side, and WEN doesn't mention USB ports. The other benches we compared with built-in power mostly give four AC outlets plus USB ports.
- WORKPRO 60 in adjustable bench: 4 AC outlets and 2 USB-A ports, with no light described
- MUWOOD 60 in bench: 4 AC outlets, 2 USB ports and a strip light
- CAMMOO 48 in bench: 4 AC outlets, 2 USB-A ports and an LED light fixed on the pegboard
- WEN WB4723T: 3 outlets rated at 13 amps and an overhead fluorescent light
What sets the WEN apart is the overhead fluorescent light, and what holds it back is a 220 lb top against 2,000 lb on the others. You can read about two of them in our WORKPRO 60-inch review and CAMMOO 48-inch review.
What can you store in the drawers, shelves and pegboard?
The bench has two drawers, an upper shelf, a lower shelf and a pegboard, which covers hand tools, small parts and heavier items. WEN says each drawer is 20 x 18 in, so measure the tools you plan to store before you load them.
WEN rates the heavy-duty bottom shelf for an additional 200 lb, which suits a tool box or a stack of material. The upper shelf keeps everyday tools off the top and out of the way of the work.
WEN doesn't state the pegboard size or hole spacing, or whether hooks come with it, so check your existing hooks before you buy new ones. If a pegboard is the main reason you're buying, our best workbenches with pegboard roundup has more choices.
Split the storage by use. Hang the tools you grab every day, keep small parts in trays inside the drawers, and put the heaviest items on the lower shelf.
Is a 220 lb tabletop enough?
For light work, yes, and for a heavy vise, a machine or a stack of parts, no. WEN rates the tabletop for 220 lb, and that is the maker's rating, which assumes weight spread evenly across the top.
For comparison, WORKPRO rates the work surface on its 45 in bench for 600 lb, and Eltean rates its whole 48 in bench for 2,500 lb. The WEN trades a lower top rating for power and light on the same frame.
A small vise may suit light work, but WEN doesn't say the top is built for one. Check WEN's manual and the vise maker's manual before you mount anything.
Weigh your heaviest tool before you plan where it goes. Spread weight across the top instead of stacking it in one corner, since a point load is the case a rating doesn't describe.
A simple loading plan keeps you inside the ratings:
- Tabletop: light tools and the project in front of you, well under 220 lb
- Lower shelf: the heaviest items, such as a tool box, within the extra 200 lb
- Upper shelf: everyday items you want within reach
- Drawers: small parts only, since WEN gives no drawer rating
How hard is the WEN bench to assemble?
Plan on two people, because the bench weighs 88.5 lb. Read the instructions before you start and count the hardware, since it's much easier to build when every part is accounted for.
Work on a clean, flat floor, and keep small hardware in a tray so nothing rolls away. Keep the drawers empty during the build, because a loaded drawer adds weight to a bench you're still moving.
Benches this size arrive heavy and bulky. Check the boxes on delivery for damage, and make sure the floor is level before you load the drawers, since a bench that rocks is harder to use.
Where should the WEN bench sit in the garage?
Put it where the outlets and the light reach the work area, and keep the front clear so the drawers open fully. The 25 in depth needs room in front of the drawers as well as the top.
Keep it out of the main path through the garage, since a 62 in unit with a drawer pulled out can block a walkway. If the bench sits against a wall, keep the pegboard within reach from the working side and the light clear of shelves above the top.
Where do chemicals and sharp tools go on this bench?
The WEN bench has no locking cabinet, so solvents, cleaning products and sharp tools need a separate, secure home. Its shelves are open, with no doors described, so keep bottles and blades off them.
Use a locked cabinet elsewhere in the garage, or a high shelf out of casual reach. If you're weighing drawers against a lockable cabinet, see our workbench with drawers vs cabinets comparison.
Label the upper and lower shelves by use, so you know where a tool or a bottle belongs.
Who should buy the WEN WB4723T?
Buy it if you want outlets, a light, drawers and a pegboard on one 48 in bench, and you don't need a heavy tabletop rating. WEN describes the bench for woodworkers, mechanics and anyone who needs organized storage.
It fits a home garage for hobby projects, car care and general repair, where the work is lighter and the storage matters more than the top's rating.
If this is your first garage bench, the built-in outlets and light mean fewer add-ons on day one. WEN also says the bench is backed by a two-year warranty, so read the terms that come with it.
Who should skip it?
Skip it if you need a top rated for heavy use, or if you plan to set heavy machines or a large vise on the bench. The 220 lb rating is the maker's rating, and it isn't a promise for every load.
Skip it too if you want to adjust the height, or if you need a locking cabinet. If you have ongoing back, neck or shoulder pain, talk with a doctor before you pick a fixed bench height.
Which alternatives should you compare?
Two other benches change one part of the WEN's mix. The WORKPRO keeps the outlet and light and raises the rating, and the Eltean adds a lock but gives up the built-in outlets.
How we scored the WEN workbench
We compared the specs and features, and our score weighs specs and features against what you're shopping for. The bench scores 7.9 for three outlets, a light, two drawers, a pegboard and shelves on one frame.
It loses points for the lowest top rating of the benches we compared, and for a tabletop height that WEN doesn't give.
Which workbench with outlets should you pick?
Pick the WEN WB4723T if you want three outlets, a light, two drawers and a pegboard on one 48 in bench for lighter home-garage work. Pick a heavier-rated bench if you plan to load the top with heavy machines or vises.
For more choices with built-in storage, see our best garage workbenches with storage roundup.
Frequently asked questions
Does the WEN WB4723T workbench have outlets?
Yes, it has three built-in 13-amp outlets mounted on the side, and it also includes an overhead fluorescent light. Follow the maker's manual when you use the outlets, and ask a licensed electrician about the circuit before you run several tools at once.
How much weight can the WEN workbench hold?
WEN rates the tabletop for 220 lb and the heavy-duty bottom shelf for an additional 200 lb. Those are the maker's ratings, and they assume weight spread evenly, so think about heavy machines and point loads before you set them down on the bench.
Is the WEN WB4723T a good bench for a small garage?
It's 48 in wide, 25 in deep and 62 in tall, so it needs a clear wall run and room above it for the light and pegboard. Measure your wall, the shelves above and the clearance at each end, and leave room in front to pull the drawers open.
Does the WEN workbench come with a warranty?
WEN says the bench is backed by a two-year warranty, but the coverage details aren't spelled out here, so read the paperwork in the box and keep your receipt. Check the bench for damage on delivery, before you start assembly, so any claim starts from a clear record.
