You can then separate these two wooden strips by cranking two handles and that creates a vice space between the two strips. Into those you can insert material work pieces and then tighten the handles to secure the piece. Vice Jaw Positions - This can range from 0 up to 3 and determines the options for clamping materials There are a few differences in these and that is what explains the various price points. We have listed those below: Dual Working Heights - The more expensive models have dual heights. Allows the workmate to be used as a workbench, bench tool stand, vice or sawhorse Adjustable swivel pegs and jaw retention grooves provide clamping versatility and reliable material hold

With the dual height models you have 2 choices of height so it can be used as a bench and like a basic saw horse - personally we prefer this as it gives you more use out of the workmate Wooden clamping material - Most are made from particle board but the WM301 model is made from compressed bamboo

Size and Weight- Each workmate is a slightly different size and weight - this is worth considering for both storage and moving around

The frame then folds relatively flat which allows you to set it against a wall, or hang it up out of the way, to stop it taking up room in your storage