Best Table Saw? Milwaukee, DeWalt, Skilsaw, Ridgid [2024]
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- čas přidán 10. 06. 2024
- If you're looking for the best table saw in 2023, you've come to the right place. In this video, we've gathered 8 flagship table saws from Milwaukee, DeWalt, Ryobi, Ridgid, Bosch, Skil, Metabo HPT, and Skilsaw and put them head to head. We look at all the specifications and features that make these saws unique, as well as price, performance, design, and much more. If you're in the market for a portable job site table saw, you will know which one is best for you after watching this video.
0:00 Intro
0:25 Milwaukee 2736
1:04 DeWalt DWE7491
1:35 Skilsaw SPT99-12
2:09 Skil TS6307-00
2:38 Ryobi PBLTS01
3:08 Bosch 4100XC-10
3:59 Metabo HPT C3610DRJQ4
4:41 Ridgid R4550
5:12 Blade and Table Size
5:37 Accuracy
6:03 Stability and Portability
6:44 Dust Collection
7:05 Charts & Data
8:08 Best Portable Jobsite Table Saw
#Saws #Tools #review - Auta a dopravní prostředky
We (I) chose the Milwaukee cordless table saw because of its versatility and being cordless we can use it anywhere. We do complete home remodels and restoration where electrical power is rarely available. There is a collection of cordless brands in our tool collection including Dewalt, Metabo, Ryobi and Rigid. Each one serves a function and our experience has narrowed these down the the performance we need on a jobsite. I will say we run three crews and they beat tools to death - they don't buy them - and of the ones I mentioned will take abuse not one of them will burn out any faster than the other.
Thanks for the review. I’ve had three of the saws in this video and I agree with your findings.
great to see so many different opinions down below.. i think all the saws are great!
I have a skill worm gear the best never bogs down always accurate and beautiful to work with thank you
Awesome video. Thank you for this. I'm torn between the DeWalt and Ridgid. But the DeWalt is pretty sweet.
I have a Elu up and under since 1984 and still running strong stable and accurate.
This was an amazing video! it help me a lot to choose my new table saw.
I think the best value proposition is the skil……for the price you are getting a lot there
@@Protoolreviews You failed to mention that it has an adjustable leg for stability on uneven surfaces. Kind of a big miss considering you used it as an example of instability.
@@Protoolreviews I did see that part which is why I was confused as to why you then used it as an example of instability? Does that even compute? It certainly gave the wrong impression to the viewer or at least a confusing impression on one hand it's remarkably stable but here look at it in use it's completely unstable? Do you see why that might have been a bad idea?
I'm not trying to argue with you here, I'm just trying to point out that that was either a bad choice OR it was (what I believed) you were unaware of the ability to adjust the legs and it was simply an innocent mistake. Either way it was something that deserved correction was my point overall. Thanks for the reply!
@=^Genesis^= this review is obviously biased, what he might as well say is that a DIY saw as they call it (what makes it a pro, or diy, or hobbyist) couldn't be allowed to beat one of the big three. Especially not at the lowest price and the exact same features, some of which exceeded the number 1 pick. There is so much snobbery and elitism in tool reviews that they are virtually worthless at this point.
I bought my Dewalt 7492 long before I saw this video. Now I'm so glad I bought what turned out to be the best!!
Very good, concise review, as it happens, I have the DeWalt model, one of the best features of that saw, is it’s Rock steady stand with back angled legs that make it super stable when ripping sheet goods , a must feature for a contractor
Great recién for DIY beginers like me.
Thanks!
Keep On, On.
For a portable tool review/comparison I wish you'd have included folded size and weight. It would give some indication of ease of loading/unloading into/from a vehicle.
The Metabo HPT has been a workhorse both in shop and jobsite
Due to using one of our table saws with our off grid sawmill we needed the largest table and blade thus we chose the Metabo HPT and have been very pleased with both of our Multivolt saws
We also use the AC adapter whenever we have access to power and need longer run time which all of these table saws eat batteries
This helps save longevity on the batteries and we don't need so many for our other high run tools like the SDS Max rotary hammer, vacuum,mitre saw, grinder, router etc
The Skil brand saw seems like a great deal, considering it was in the middle of most of the charts, yet is the cheapest by a good bit.
I've been wanting something a bit more robust than my tiny dewalt saw, and have been considering it's larger dewalt brother, but after seeing reviews on the Skil, that might be the best middle ground, especially since it's the same price as the old dewalt i bought several years back.
I bought it for $269 tax included as a father's day gift to myself. In my opinion it should be the number one table saw of 2022. The Skil saw.
It's awesome. It was a little hard to find when i went to buy one. But after 2 years I don't regret it at all.
@@vincentcorpuz1622 are you talking about the 8.25" or 10"... My DeWalt fried this morning and I am looking hard on the skils...
@@catch-2232 10"
Thank all you guys straight up
Have had the Skilsaw wormdrive model for a few years... the torque will spoil you, but the rolling stand is worth the price of admission.
Lets see them run some 1 1/2" hard maple through that dewalt. I agree with the rolling stand. It can roll over anything, even up stairs, and the ease of loading it in the back of a truck is worth it.
Takes wider than half inch dado
@@donbeebe2110 that dewalt will cut 1 and a half hard maple no problem.
@@chipperkeithmgb, I thought it took a 5/8" dado, but I'm not certain.
I'm glad you posted your comment.
I think it's the best saw, personally.
Just my opinion.
Thank you so much I needed this video. Subbed
i have the milwaukee and just purchased the dewalt, never thought i’d be so thankful to be able to plug in a tool but yeah... love the dewalt. & the mobile stand is a a big plus.
Project Farm always asks for ideas for tool reviews in his comments section.
One guess what I asked him to review.... He deleted my comment.
Thank you for tackling the tool review topic PF was too scared to take on.
The small Skil table saw has an adjustable leg to stabilize it on uneven surfaces, you used it as an example of an unstable stand but failed to state this, not a very accurate representation overall. You really should correct this considering the value for the price.
Well said, I purchased mine a few months ago and it competes with saws twice the size and more importantly price. Extremely underrated and is dead accurate when adjusted properly as with any good tablesaw.
I've only used the Dewalt and Skil saws. And the only drawback to the Skil is the lack of wheels on the base. Otherwise, for 350 dollars, it's hard to beat.
@@launchpadmcquack2386 And with that lacking, in wondering if I can somehow affix a pair of wheels and handle to it myself too complete the perfect affordable package. Here's to hoping Skil does it with the next version.
@@genesishep I mean, it's not super heavy, so I just lug it around. But I'm always a little afraid I'm gonna drop it on the fence.
@@launchpadmcquack2386 In my case after a couple back surgeries and a fused spine whenever I can avoid lugging odd shaped things around the better off I am.
The 10 inch DeWalt with rolling stand is just 👌 I got it nearly $200 off with military/labor day savings
Out of all the saw I tested the skill was the most s on solidly built overall best built. It needed some minor adjustments to be perfectly true to the table. The DeWalt was better calibrated out box but cutting performance was meh. Overall the Bosch was the most disappointing. (Didn't live up to the hype). I've had the skill for 4 years zero regret.
Great timing. I'm in the market for a new table saw.
Well, after watching this, maybe i'll stick with my dewalt.
Get a skill the warm gear is the best it does it every other product because it's a worm gear can't go wrong it's like tequila with a worm in it
Have been using dewalt table saws for years, in a couple of generations. They are brilliant saws.
You got that right! *Thanks for watching!*
My experience with Dewalt saws has been that the motor keeps on running after years of use, but the gears on the fence start skipping and fence goes out of square. This happened to 3 saws over time, maybe there has been improvements made?
I ended up buying a Bosch when it came out and it stopped working after a year. A friend checked out the electronics and ended up taking out delay start and reset safety which had fried undersize wires. This was almost 10 years ago and the saw is still working.
I have the skilsaw, love the wheels and dust collection. But I rarely break it out anymore since my main job site saw is the Dewalt flexvolt. little thing is heavy but absolutely amazing. I run a regular 7-1/4" 24 tooth carbide faming blade on it and one 9ah batt will go for a couple days. never having to plug in a table saw....? WORTH IT!
Skill is the best .Bottom line you don't have a clue .
@@patrickarchuleta9594 ? I literally own one.
@@bearlemke That 60v is hands down the best cordless table saw I've ever used, with best battery life, but I just can't go buying into yet another battery line.
@@histguy101 it’s even better when you swap the blade out with a 7-1/4 demo demon Diablo blade
Glad to see this video as I am think about buying a new (more up to date) table saw. Dewalt seems to have it all. Unless I missed it it is not cordless? Cordless is what I do like, as not every project site has power that isn't 100-200 feet from my work area. Yes I know just drop a cord, but at 100 ft it has to be a 12Gag or lower to handle the draw.
Thank you for the tremendously impactful video!
I think that all brands should be offering a battery/plug combo, as having this option really expands functionality big-time
Curious why Makita table saw was not included in this contest
It would have been nice to take decibel noise ratings from each one to compare since this is important for those working around but not wearing ear protection
Saw stop is coming out with a job site saw this fall. I’d love to see that reviewed once it’s out.
I also wonder where the porter cable table saw would go in this line up.
The Skilsaws 10” table saw is the one to get. Mine was nearly trued from the factory. Only had to adjust the rip fence rotating feature and make sure everything else was square. Everything else was square and ready to go.
Me: Considering getting the Ridgid and looking for comments mentioning the ridgid.
Comments:
DO NOT BUY RIGID TABLE SAWS. I can speak from experience, they are horrible. Cheapest build on the market. I don't know what they were thinking. All the other stuff is fine. I like Rigid. Except for their table saws. Even Ryobi is better.
Why?
whats the main difference between a 8.25" and 10" blade? I mainly want clean rips with minimal tearout
I have the M18, and a couple negatives about it are the tables warp and dust collection clogs up easily. That said, if it got stolen I'd buy it again.
Side note: you rank blade speed by RPM, but really Milwaukee's high RPM doesn't give it's smaller 8-1/4" blade faster blade speed at the teeth.
Your comment is FUNNY. Rpm doesn't change whether it is a 10 in blade or 8 1/4 in blade . The linear feet it travels will differ.
I've had the Dewalt for a few years now and have been pretty happy with it. Without going up to a Sawstop in price or some other more premium brand I think it is about as good as it gets for jobsite saws.
Agreed! It's really not even debatable...
*Thanks for watching!*
@Protoolreviews please do a similar review on benchtop jointers
Why didn’t you say that the Skil saw has an adjustable leg for leveling the saw.
Because he had that part of the script on the back of the page and forgot to flip it over. By the time it went through editing, he caught it but thought it wasn’t worth mentioning as someone would make a comment about it.
Hi Expert wood workers. Can someone suggest a small table saw that is quiet enough to run in a condo, I'm just trying to cut small kumiko wood strips lol. Any suggestion would be greatly appreciated!
I made the assumption the winner would be the DeWalt before I watched the video. I think I would have gone for the Skil Worm. I have NO interset in battery powered saws.
Never thought I'd say this but I think I like the Bosch the least and the Metabo HPT the most. Skil is up there too.
I liked the video but I think you missed a major advantage of the Metabo, outfeed support. Especially important when working by yourself.
I have the Dewalt Saw with German 54 V Accusystem. For my Opinion the Best of all them
I have the skillsaw with the worm gesr....it's awesome and it takes a 7/8 dado stack not 1/2 inch.
I thought that 1/2" didn't sound right. I could have sworn I had a 3/4" on mine.
Will it work with 1”dado stack?
Very powerful for size
Would have liked to see where the others ranked.
I think a cordless model only review would be a nice follow up.
I've been using my Kobalt for about 3 years now. Wish it had a rack&pinion fence but, I bought it new with a 5 year warranty for $229 and it does just fine.
very good video
Just funny that he stood behind the Milwaukee as he endorsed the DeWalt 😁
The Skilsaw has a Dado capacity up to 13/16 inches. Why do you list it only up to 1/2 inch?
I have both Dewalt (with stand) and Metabo (Corded with stand), there no difference whatsoever in performance and functionalities between both except Metabo use some plastic parts instead of metal for Dewalt. Looks like both saw made by the same manufacturer as you can easily swap the plastic parts on the Metabo with a metal part from Dewalt. I got the Dewalt for ~$600 and Metabo for $350 (on sale from Lowes Thanksgiving last year). I wouldn't say Dewalt is my 1st choice as Metabo is a perfect clone of Dewalt but for $200 less
I have the dewalt 8 1/4" saw for $299 and I bought the rolling stand for $140. For $440 it's unbeatable for the quality.
Hi folks. I have the hikoki/metabo saw. Of course it eats batteries, but otherwise very happy with it. Was thinking of getting the mains adapter for it, just to save batteries when power is available. However, have heard some very bad stuff about the dewalt version, especially when used with their mitre saws, so a bit worried if it could also be a problem with hikoki. Don’t want to risk burning out the saw.. dunno if it’s a factor, but I’m in Ireland, so we are on 220v power, with a transformer to get us down to 110v. Any thoughts? Thanks in advance 🙏
I purchased a small portable Benchtop Drill Press (made in China of course). I have to use a transformer to boost the voltage from 110 Volts to 220 Volts AC. Other than that it works perfectly.
STANLEY Table Saw SST1801 Thank you for making valuable improvements to the ver. 2 still need to work more on the details of the angle or the black cover that is slightly sunken, I understand that it is a cheap saw but that does not mean that it does not go through quality control. It's been years since the price of saws has skyrocketed unjustifiably in brands like Bosh, Makita models like Bosch GTS 254 or Makita 2703 are very similar to Stanley but cost a little more than double. If a brand manufactures it in plastic another in aluminum or steel, puts more powerful motors, better guarantees, it is justified that they charge you more for a product but it is not the case, we must not lose sight of the fact that a comparable handsaw costs in average uses $120 on a bench saw the main difference is the table has no reason to cost uses $700 to 1500.
Yo I've said this before you guys really drove my decision to choose SKIL no matter what my hater ass boss was telling me. I've been all over putting all my pwr core 20 tools to work. And I mean work
I agree. And I use some of the Skil 12v stuff now.
How does Dewalt's rack & pinion compare to all the other competitors who also have rack & pinion
I own a Makita Portable with stand and am curious why it wasnt on here. Mine's wonderful, with a 15 amp motor that I use in the shop and on site. It cuts hardwood etc no problems. Folds up tiny, has several height settings etc.. and at the time was a great priice point...
Makita seems to have cancelled their table saw line.
@@TheRaven078 there is a european version of a makita table saw that has a side sliding table.. i want it soo badly! lol but its $1400 plus tax.. because of how old and rare it is..
because they wanted someone else to win 1st place.
They are still selling the Makita table saw in Australia..@@TheRaven078
Mate,i would love to know what model Makita table saw you are referring to.Cheers.@@michaelstride1
why didn't put the Sawstop jobsite table saw in the mix?
As a remodel contractor, I've enjoy my Bosch, ryobi is a decent pick for the occasional diy on a budget, I enjoy the rack and pinion fence for some applications with the Dewalt but I need the traditional fence for a lot of my projects. I have not used it yet but it looks like a saw stop will be a similar style to the Bosch
I'm a CZcams neurosurgeon
Ryobi is trash. I have it and the fence is terrible.
Which ones have the lowest noise?
Just bought the Skil at $299 Lowe's. Hoping it's good.
4 month update...the Skil is awesome for the price. Buy it!
Same here, got the Skil for $289 tax included at Menards about 10 months ago. I've used it for several projects and it's fantastic, cant beat it for the price.
Dewalt has 54V brushless that I love to use because it is silent, I use it for a long time when I use it.
Does the dewalt have a different model number in the UK?
I have had that Dewalt for many years and like it quite a bit. Ill likely buy another when it dies if it ever does. When you work out of a van these little table saws are usually all you can afford to drag around and are quite capable. I had a few bad experiences with newer Bosch stuff so I avoid them. 20 years ago Bosch was incredible. Im still not on the battery bandwagon for table saws, but if all you are doing is ripping thin stock I suppose it might be ok. This brings me to my final conclusion, and that is provided the fence is decent, a good blade is what makes these small saws shine. You will need to spend close to $100 for a decent one and go up from there. These will never take the place of a good shop table saw, but you will be amazed at the stuff you can do with them, if like me you dont have a shop.
Any recommendations for a good quality table and miter saw blade?
@@tump1181 I like Tenryu blades but there are other good brands out there. 30 tooth for ripping solid stock or 80 tooth with a minimal rake angle if it is plywood for the table saw. A 60- 80 tooth ATB grind for your miter saw, 60 if the cuts dont matter as much and 80 if they need to be really clean. You can jump up to 96 tooth or higher if you like but I find they dont stay sharp long.
The best table saw is the Canada made General. Cant be beat!
Video is informative. But the background music is very distracting as I tried to read the results.
The Metabo is the best!
Superb review. Thank you.
Where are the festool and mafell erica85?
They are the best in the market
I didn't know Steve Vai was in this business! 🎸
Playing Devil's advocate. What's wrong? Afraid of the Sawstop Jobsite Pro? Just curious why it wasn't included.
i have been thru a lot of portable saws. i am torn between the skill and dewalt. leaning towards dewalt. thanks
What about metabo? It’s looks impressive
No surprise there. It's always top. Lousy sanders, drills not great, but that saw... just upgrade the mitre fence and have some 19mm plywood ready for when you want a dead flat table - the 10" blade still gives you plenty of depth
Hikoki Metabi HBT rocks!
I'm shopping for a new table saw.. According to your stats, the Rigid was hands down the best pick.. obviously, this was promoted by dewalt lol
Not adding the sawstop job site saw in the mix? Why not?
Why didn't you put the cheap option harbor freight in ur test
If somebody made high quality replacement table top for the most common jobsite table saws they would sell like crazy.
Dewalt jacked up their price
Milwaukee Needs to Make a Gen 2 with Hybrid capabilities. Run corded or off Battery would be a game changer
I've got the smaller 10" dewalt. It does 99% of what I need. Can rip big sheets or 2x material with ease.
Best to have a helper or an outfeed roller if you're doing a 4x8 sheet by yourself.
Dewalt has a cordless version on the flexvolt platform. Why was it not tested?
We chose to include what we believe to be the overall best from each brand, and the DWE7491 beat that one out. You can find more information on the Flexvolt table saw here: www.protoolreviews.com/dewalt-flexvolt-table-saw-review/
SawStop has a job site saw out now
I need one that can cut a 4x4 into a 2x4 accurately and straight
I love my Bosch jobsite saw but you certainly aren't going to easily take it to any third floor walk-ups.
As an experienced woodworker the danger of a rack and pinion fence when rip cutting solid timber is it produces greater risk of kick back due to the material nipping up behind the blade. While it's fine for sheet materials. When rip cutting solid timber the fence should only be just past the cutting point of the blade before the spindle. This reduces any risk of nipping up. Once the blade has made its cut the fence serves no more purpose for ripping beyond that point the wood being allowed to move behind the blade.
In case of a rack and pinion full length fence I would recommend a secondary shorter fence clamped to it.
On my saw I can slide the fence forward and back to allow for sheet cuts or rip.
I'm new to the table Saw. Can you point to a picture or video about these important safety tips? I have a difficult time visualizing it. Thanks
Rookie here. Would anyone be able to explain what dado capacity is and why what matters?
A dado is a specialty saw blade that's wide. It removes more wood (a lot) per cut. It allows the saw to function sort of like a router or "power chisel" for the bargain hassle-price of changing the blade (twice).
A thin dado max width means feeding the material through the saw repeatedly. Which undermines the point.
However, note that one comment on this video says the review is wrong about the dado width limit.
What's about Makita?
Makita Dewalt is still a great tool for kids or beginners who want more than Black /Deker
no makita?
Do a review on Patrice O'Neal!
So you choose the Dewalt because of the Price & Rolling Stand ? ? ? Yet . . . you reviewed the Table Top version without the Rolling Stand ? ? ? But the Rolling Stand would cost more ? ? ? . . . ? ? ? Thank You for your completely UNBIASED review ! ! !
Where is that Dewalt available for $529?
HF's Hercules is a great saw too, but its price is climbing to that of the "pro" brands. Quality is about equal though.
I was looking at that one until I watched a few vids pointing out its flaws.
I have dewaltl and skillsaw set 99, I can rip it 2x4 on skillsaw thru, way more power and large cutting, the stand is way better.
Where is DELTA? I have heard tell their contractor saw is top notch.
Why no makita?
Where are you finding the dewalt for that price?
No joke, better add at least $75 to that number
Kobalt? Makita? Hercules? Missing some important names here.
Where do you find the DeWalt for $529. Their $649 at Lowe's and Home Depot.
2:47 that aint a HP battery
Also does makita not have a jobsite saw available in the US?
i think it's discontinued. from what i remember, the price was too high compared to the rest. i love makita, but i remember that saw being too much money for no reason
I heard Makita was the greatest but pricey
@@vincentlenci makita table saw is rubbish
No SawStop?