Short answer: Ted's Woodworking markets a collection of roughly 16,000 plans, but the plans are part of a paid package, not a free download. We can't independently count them, so treat "16,000" as the seller's claim and confirm what's included on the official site before you buy.
What "free" does and doesn't mean here
The word "free" tends to show up in ads and third-party posts, and it's easy to misread. Here is what we can say fairly:
- The plan library is a paid product. Check the official site for current pricing and terms. We don't quote numbers because they change.
- Free extras may exist. Sellers sometimes offer sample plans or bonuses. Whether any are on offer now is something we can't verify, so check directly.
- "Free" in an ad isn't proof. If a page promises the whole collection at no cost, be skeptical and read how to spot fake Ted's Woodworking sites, copycats and misleading ads.
Why the 16,000 number needs a grain of salt
A big count says nothing about quality. Plans in a large collection can vary a lot in detail, format and skill level, and some may be dated. We haven't verified the total, and a raw number doesn't tell you how many are ones you'd actually build. For a closer look at detail and buildability, see our plans accuracy and buildability review, and this note on whether the plans are outdated (read it here).
Recommended for youTed's Woodworking Plans Review: How Accurate and Buildable Are the Plans?Quick checklist before you pay or download
- Go to the official site directly, not through a search ad or social post.
- Look for current price, refund terms and what format the plans come in.
- Ask whether you need a particular plan or only a handful. If so, free plans may be enough.
- Be careful with "free PDF" downloads from unknown sources; see whether free plan PDFs are safe.
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