I know a couple of general contractors who have porty planers from
harbor freight, and seem to feel like they are a good value for the
money, albeit disposable machines. they do work, they lack a bit in fit
and finish, prolly aren't worth repairing when something does go
wrong... but both of the guys I know who have them seem to think they
are getting their money's worth.

I think my next planer will be cast iron and not portable.