Short answer: It depends on what you need from a plan pack, and I can't say one is better for everyone. A pack with a bigger plan count suits you if you want lots of project ideas to browse. Ted's may suit you better if you value a single collection with plenty of detail on each project. Check what you actually get for each before paying.
Plan count isn't the whole story
A big number sounds like value, but only a few plans in any pack tend to get built. What matters is whether those few are clear enough to follow in your shop. Before you buy either pack, look for:
- Cut lists and materials lists on every plan, or only some of them.
- Dimensioned drawings that show how parts fit together, not just a pretty photo.
- Skill level labels so you can tell an afternoon project from a weekend of joinery.
- Tool requirements. Plans that assume a table saw and router are no help if you own a handsaw and a drill.
- Format. Can you print pages, or only view them on a screen? Our guide to PDF plans vs online library vs digital download explains the differences.
A simple way to compare
| Check | 900 Woodworking Plans | Ted's Woodworking |
|---|---|---|
| Plan style (cut list, steps, drawings) | Confirm on the official site | Confirm on the official site |
| Current price and what's included | Confirm on the official site | Confirm on the official site |
| Refund terms | Read before buying | Read before buying |
| Fit for your skill level | Look at sample plans | Look at sample plans |
I haven't filled in the details because prices and contents change. Confirm them on each official site rather than trusting a third-party summary, this page included.
Recommended for youPDF Plans vs Online Plan Library vs Digital Download: Which Format Fits Your WorkshopWho should lean which way
If you're new, pick whichever pack has the clearest beginner projects. Our pages on plans for beginners and starting woodworking cover what to look for. If you're past the basics, see plans for intermediate builders. Not sure which plan style suits you? Read cut lists vs step-by-step plans vs drawings.
Whatever you choose, build one small project first. That tells you more about the plans than any sales page.
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