Overall rating: 4.743363 / 5 from 226 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Kreg Pocket-Hole Jig 520PRO is highly praised for its ease of use, versatility, and ability to create strong joints. Customers appreciate its precision, quality, and the convenience it brings to various projects. The tool's robust construction and integrated clamping technology ensure reliable performance.

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• Ease of Use (14%): Customers loved the Pocket-Hole Jig 520Pro, praising its ease of use and versatility.
• Product Quality (6%): It was reported by customers that the product has great quality and is highly praised for its superior quality.
• Precision of Pocket Holes (5%): It was observed by customers that the Pocket Hole Jig is easy to use and makes precise pocket holes.
• Project Convenience (6%): Customers appreciated the convenience and ease of use of the Kreg Pocket-Hole Jig.
• Overall Tool Satisfaction (33%): Many customers appreciated the tool, describing it as great, excellent, fantastic, and the best they've ever bought.

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Review highlights

• "Pocket Hole Jig is great, it easily allows me to drill holes faster and quicker." — Allen219
• "The quality of this pocket hole jig set feels very sturdy and well made, will definitely last me a lifetime." — Tlarsen81
• "I bought this a month ago and i am so glad that u did, This us such a great quality tool." — Ddh1

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Q&A

Does this come in a metric version: if not when will it?

Yes, we have a metric version. If you are outside the US, check with your local dealer. If you are within the US, you will need to call our Tech Team to order that over the phone.

Is the Kreg® Pocket-Hole Jig 520PRO suitable for pocket holes on a 2x4 with 2 1/2 inch screws?

This will work with thicknesses up to 1-1/2" and that will take a 2-1/2" screw.

Is the PRO520 suitable for using to secure the boards for decks?

You could do that. You would need to drill 2 holes in each joist to hold down the deckboards.

Hi. I recently purchased the 520PRO. Is the black drill guide part (the KPHJ520 piece) removable so that it can be used in a tight application? Thank you.

No, the block out of the 520 will not be able to use portable by itself.

In a previous question you said "A: We do have 3 different size pocket holes. The Micro, Standard and XL." does the 520 brings the bit for the Micro hole? Does that mean I do not have to purchase the micro pocket hole attachment separately ?

To make the micro holes with the 520, you will need to purchase the KPHA530 Micro Drill Guide Kit.

Is it possible to hook up a shop-vac to the 520 system?

No, we do not have an option to hook up a vac to the 520 jig.

Will this tool work with actual 2 x 4 (nominal) framing lumber? It says the maximum size is 1 and 1/2 which means it should work.

Yes, this will work with standard 2x material.

Why does the pocket jib only make one size pocket? Would be nice if it could make smaller pockets, use smaller bits.

We do have 3 different size pocket holes. The Micro, Standard and XL.

I noticed in the video that the base of the pro 520 leaned back during the clamping changing the angle of the bit. Has anyone had a blowout because of that? out

You are correct in that in some instances the clamping block can move slightly depending on the amount of pressure. This will not affect the pocket hole or screw placement.

I recently purchased this item from Amazon. Why is there no settings for 1” or 1 1/8” ?

You will use the material thickness gauge to see what setting to use. For that thickness, you will be using the 3/4" settings and the 1-1/2" screws.