Skilsaw Table Saws
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- Skilsaw now has two table saws on the market. In this video we break down their similarities and differences so that you can make an informed decision for your next job site table saw.
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I bought the SPT99 over three years ago and I couldn’t be happier. Power is what I was looking for and it delivers. I’ve run 3/8” wide by 1/2” deep dados in pressure treated lumber without it bogging down. Love the fence. I really appreciate the big wheels when I have to move it around.
I own the 99 and can’t imagine owning any other portable table saw. Though I’ve been through 3 other saw before this one, I don’t see myself replacing this saw anytime soon. Great review.
I am looking for a tablesaw I was just curious if one of the three was a Dewalt Model# DWE7491RS 10inch either way which one would you buy and why
@@Beachbum001 I was torn between the DeWalt or the Skilllsaw. The features are very similar in adjustments and capabilities. The price at the time was comparable. What helped me make the final decision was the folding stand. It was super stable and easier to use. Plus I live on a good size piece of property and the larger wheels made it much easier to move around. Hope this helped.
The motors on both are 15 amp but the one on the 99-12 has larger windings and has more torque so it doesn't have to work quite as hard and heats less. I'd go for the 99-12 mostly for stand though the geared fence is a bonus. The stand is well worth the price difference just on it's own. If they sold that separately, I bet a lot of other brands of jobsite saws would end up on them. You didn't mention it, but loading the 99-12 into a truck is also really easy. I don't think it's really that much smaller to store and it's certaintly easier to get to where you want to store it.
I got a SPT70WT at my local Home Depot for $100 because they were getting rid of the floor model. I’ve been super happy with it.
After using the Dewalt saw for a while now, I ‘d say the rack and pinion fence is a must. It really makes for faster, more accurate cuts and is a pleasure to use. So between the two Skils, it’s well worth it to spend the extra 130 for that reason alone.
I have the dewalt.
Its pure garbage! I bought it because its what Ron Paulk had to fit on the paulk total station.
Would never recommend or buy another
I like the wheels and the stand . 99 in the beast . I cut hard wood often bird eye Maple, white oak , black cherry and last wall nut.
I built a shed and used the stand handle to support 3/4” plywood. I will never need another job table saw. Merry Christmas to all.
I just got one of these and love it! It’s LOUD and if you buy one, you need to change the oil. What’s interesting is that it specifies to change it after the first 10 hours of use. Hoping I can find a good Amsoil synthetic for it.
I ordered the sts70 this morning! I was about to but the new Harbor Freight pro type,but the blade being able to cut a full size 3 1/2" sold me on the Skilsaw!
I've owned spt99 for a long time and believe me, it's quite powerful and *NOT* quiet than other portable table saws.
Other than that it's a monster table saw. I'd rather buy spt99 over spt70 and believe me again, the rack and pinion fence is worth spending additional $130. The only question I have is why Skilsaw doesn't release another spt99 lineup without movable stand.
I agree. The saw is LOUD. That's what you get for extra torque!
thanks bought a Bosch 3 yrs ago I am a contractor and use on a 3 to 4 days a week loved the Bosch!!! But did something not smart and cut a lot of 2" HD foam and now loses power and trips breakers! Cant have that on a job! So I think I will by the Skill with rolling stand this weekend! Love my 2 skill saws PS 30 yrs doing this and I am only on my 2nd worm skill! Thanks for you video!!! Tim Bradbury IA
DW7491RS owner here but still dig the wormdrive
Jeff, great comparison and review. This is exactly what I was looking for. Good job!
I bought the smaller one because the larger one was not out yet when I made my purchase.
I choose this saw over others because I often rip 2x4s on edge which this saw does very well.
However I would pay the additional $130.00 for the better fence and mobile stand with those monster wheels but I am so satisfied with my saw now that I am not ready to replace it yet. Perhaps #1 son will borrow it some day then I will need buy the bigger saw. Or better yet if I can convince him to buy it then I can just borrow it from him. Hmmm...
I own a Skilsaw SPT70 as well and had a question about ripping 2x4s. When you say you do it on edge I assume you mean you are ripping through the board the long way - cutting the board into 2 1x4s (actually 3.5"). I am a fairly new table saw user. Ripping a 2x4 the long way means the blade needs to go higher than the fence which is a bit intimidating. I made a wooden push block that can get hit by the blade if need be and this works, but not without having my arm sprayed with sawdust. Do you have any special techniques for ripping tall stock like this? One guy suggests cutting it half way and then flipping it and cutting the other way.
Good job , like a lot of carpenters framers skilsaw is a must . One hand ripping and durability is a plus so seeing this saw is a must for me. I’ve had Bosch 4000 and Dewalt on rough job sites and both were pushed to the limit with the Bosch being cooked . Seeing you rip that LVL was impressive that’s tough stuff. So thanks on cementing my decision. I’m going for the upper model 👍🏻
Awesome comparison. Still deciding on the SPT99-12 or the Dewalt DWE7491RS. Love the Boston album on the shelf!
RareDiamond Ching I’m in the same boat buddy. Price wise the SPT99-12 is good but all the reviews and ratings of the Dewalt DWE7491RS are better. Trying to make a decision.
@@NVVD1117 I ended up with the Dewalt DWE7491RS because Lowes had a sale around Christmas time, it was $469 vs $599 regular price. The Skil wasn't on sale at that time and never went below $599. The Dewalt is a real pleasure to use and love using it. Sorry I couldn't compare it with the Skil as all I did was fiddle with the floor model at Lowes.
I went with the 70. For 130$ extra, the wheel stand and upgraded fence are nice, but not worth the space it takes up. It would be different if I used it every week, but I only use it once every month or so. Either way, both are great set ups.
I bought an SPT 70 used and so far it's done great. However, I had a question since you are a fellow owner. I just put on a ripping blade and I was in a bit of a rush. The blade seems to cut fine, but it clanks around like I haven't heard before. I actually was going to take it off and now I can't get it to loosen. I've changed blades 4-5 times at least but haven't had this problem before. Have you had anything like this happen?
I bought the wheeled unit and the optional outfeed support. Awesome. Accurate out of the box, and the most powerful job site saw I've used. Plan on upgrading the miter guide. It takes about a half hour to assemble the base. All the included accessories storing right on the unit is helpful.
Thanks for sharing
I have never owned a table saw. What do I want? A Sawstop contractor. I may settle for the Skillsaw 99, I like the better cutting depth over DeWalt. The Sawtop JSS is so close to the contractor in price that I might as well go for the cast iron. The Skillsaw 99 stand is nice, maybe I can take it to the basement in the winter.
I bought the 70 when the 90 came out my son bought it. I like his better than mine, but I have space issues, so I'd buy the 70 again.
I have the SPT 99-11. I am very happy with this saw. It even came with a decent blade. One criticism that I have is that the zero clearance inserts are very cheap and thin and not the same quality as the other components. I love the stand, and those big wheels roll over things easily.
I own an SPT99-12 and it is terrific, except for two things. First, it doesn't come standard with a good zero clearance throat plate, and second the optional (that means you pay extra for it) zero clearance throat plate is a piece of too thin plastic, poorly engineered, it bends. I can't understand why all table saws don't come standard with a good zero clearance throat plate. I believe it is more useful than a dado throat plate, so why isn't the dado throat plate the optional one? Take heart friends, it's possible to make a decent wooden or clear plastic zero throat plate for the 99. However, it's a pain in the backside to do because it involves using a router. I've had the 99 almost a year and use it several times a week. As yet I've never used the dado throat plate. I'm saving it for when I need some tear-out.
Great review! Thank YOU! I'm going with the SKILLSAW SPT99-11, 10" Heavy Duty Worm Drive Table Saw model.
That model i get get the message:" Your selected delivery location is beyond seller's shipping coverage for this item. Please choose a different delivery location or purchase from another seller." :(
I just buy today the one without wheels and looks good just have a little issue with the rails but I’m going to try to learn how to use it
I just bought an SPT99-12 and in many ways, it is a very usable saw. However, I like using a Zero Clearance Throat Plate and the one made by Skilsaw is a loser. The throat plate that comes with the saw and the optional dado throat plate are both metal and work just fine. However, the optional Skilsaw Zero Clearance Throat Plate is plastic and do to (my guess) money-saving engineering, is not great. I found it impossible to make a 3-inch cube on the saw*. The plastic throat plate bends down and changes the angle the wood meets the blade. Had Skilsaw spent a few extra yuan and put in a fifth throat plate support or made a metal Zero clearance throat plate, this would not be an issue.
I made my own Zero clearance throat plate out of acrylic. It took me 2 days and it works very well but it was tricky to make. Good Luck.
*You can make a cube if you don’t mind the sides not being at right angles to one another but then it’s not a cube.
Why wouldnt you use a miter saw to cut it? Rip your 3in width, then take if over to the miter saw, set up a stop at 3 inches and cut away. Safer too
127 comments and not 1 was negative.. (i read them all)
THIS MUST BE THE SAW TO GET.. and im getting it ! 🙂
The SKILLSAW SPT99-11 would be an easier upsell for Skillsaw if they didn't shove the stand down your throat as a requirement. If the stand has to be forced down consumers' throats, a quick-release between saw and stand would have made things MUCH easier or DIYers with cramped garages. Wall hang the stand and sit the saw on a shelf. The current configuration chews up too much floor space in a two-car garage with both bays in use.
Got the spt 99. Love it. I use it more than the dewalt and rigid we also have at the shop.
I have the rolling stand, and I love it.
I went with the 99-11. The 12 has a home depot Diablo blade-junk! The 11 has a carbide blade engineered specifically for the saw by the manufacturer. The 11 is also a few lbs heavier. $649 saw is listed at $649 + tax and a $99 handling fee. It's an $800 saw delivered. FYI, spt99-11 is discontinued so if you're looking for one grab it quick before inventory runs out and not from Amazon!!
Just ordered an SPT99-11 from Amazon. $550 black friday deal, free shipping and no tax because only dumb cattle pay taxes.
NIce video, just wanna see the saw in action with diferent materials and angles, its important so I can make a deceision and buy this saw or a Dewalt saw. Thanks for your great effort !!
Evidently the prices have changed. I can’t find the spt99 for less than 650
Yeah I just got one for $649. I was sad when they said $499.
That's right, $650 plus now days and That's lot of money for what 90% plastic. Not a bad saw just pricey.
I think the fence on the 99 is a cool feature. But i don’t care about the stand cuz I would want to build a workbench to attach to for a Out-feed table
I just recently ordered the 99-12 table saw, and I am still waiting for it to be ready to pick up. I chose that model over the 70 due to the fence, power, and stand. Hoping it makes a great addition to the workshop. Great video, as usual, it made me quite excited for future pickup. Also is there anything specific that I should know about the saw before setting it up?
Read the comment above yours. I hope you don't like to use a Zero Clearance throat plate. Good luck.
I would like to know if the 99series is available without the stand? I plan on building a work/outfeed table with the saw build in, so, no need for the stand.
I imported one to England love it even takes my dado stack which those bastards in Europe seem. to think you should not have
Also got one and it manages my 8" dado stack easily. Unfortunately though it won't take my 6" Dial-A-Width dado stack. Overall though I am very please with this saw.
Do you use this with a 110v transformer or do you put it straight into the 240v mains?
European saws are pure cheap chinese models branded with a name most of them.
The spt-99 doesn't have a dado insert even though they advertise it as an add-on. I've called skillsaw and Bosch and neither can find a location that actually sells it. And if you want to make your own insert for the throat. They designed the throat to make it very difficult to make one that fits. The left side of the throat has a ridge of metal that is only 1/8th of an inch from the top of the table, so you have to use a chisel or router to cut the insert super thin on that left side.
MrPixel if you’re in the US, both the zero clearance and dado inserts are on amazon for cheap.
@@Jeffrey_Williams I would like to show me where. They only have spta70wt inserts. Like I said. Granted it's been 6 months. But skillsaw and Bosch both couldn't tell me who stocked inserts for the spt99-12 even though they had a sku number. All warehouses showed 0 inventory.
Make some I did
@@joycemiller4716 not impossible, but a right pain in the arse.
@@davkas19 Oh, I just bought the 70 zero clearance inserts and cut them with a utility knife. Took maybe a minute tops. Look at 2:44 in this video, you can see I have the ZCI on the 99. If the dado insert is your jam, that insert is made of metal and you'll have to file the recess. I'll post some pictures on our instagram account this weekend so you can see what it look likes.
Is the fence really that difficult to seat on the rails? Seem to be having some trouble doing this @2:22
It is. Not the best system like mention in the video.
Thank you, most informative 👍.
I'll be looking for the 99, if it's available here in the UK. Was considering the hitachi but can't find it here, only on import from the U. S. for arount 700 dollars 😲 Inc delivery.
Imported one it’s just the job and takes my dado stack 👌
Thanks for the info on both saws, I'm looking at getting one and this helped. Subscribed to your channel, seen you had an oldie up on the shelf. Boston was and I still listen to their music.
I just got mine a few months ago, I just now wanted to use it but can’t at all move or adjust the bevel lock lever! Meaning my tablesaw blade is at a 45° angle and won’t adjust to a 90°. If you know what to do pls tell me!
Am a novice at wood working . I say the fence on the SPT 99 because it’s all about the cut.
Why can’t I find my Skil Xshop with router and sander plus dust collector. It’s model 3700
Not $499. Anywhere.
I broke down and bought one at Home Depot. That is a very large box. It would not fit in my car ('13 Accord) so I unboxed it in the parking lot. Now I know why Amazon isn't matching the price.
Hi. Great video. Question - do you know if one or both have soft start feature?
Good comparison and review. Thanks.
What aftermarket Miter fence do you recommend for the Skilsaw? The one that comes with the saw it terrible
the 90* stop adjustment cam on mine doesn't come close to functioning. and the set holes on the riving knife don't line up in the lowest position for dado cutting. Other than those things i like it.
The smaller saw is now limited to 8 inches. You can find an older 10 inch model of this small saw but its rarity has caused it to sell for half again the cost of the larger saw. Personally I would pay more for the larger saw, but not half again its price for the 10 inch smaller one.
Can you wire the 99 for 220v?
i know you are comparing skillsaw bit i recently got the hitachi crj10 based on one of your videos. how different is this one from the Hitachi?
For a super in-depth table saw head-to-head we just did last summer, check out - www.toolboxbuzz.com/head-to-head/best-portable-jobsite-table-saw-head-to-head/ Spoiler alert, the crj10 was the overall winner.
J B skill has a much more robust wheel system, and powerful motor
@@ConcordCarpenter I've read multiple ratings about the Hitachi C10RJ and they have similar complains: The Start Switch is defective! I was about to purchase this Hitachi saw based on your review but changed my mind after reading the Amazon comments. The problem is, there is a long line of back orders (from Hitachi) for the said Start Switch, which implies to me that there are lots of units sold with this problematic Start Switch. Now I'm considering the SKILSAW SPT 99-12, which has fairly good reviews at Amazon.
@@Spratlyk9 what did you end up with and how do you like it now?
I had Jes-em kick back rollers on my present saw. Can these be used on this fence also?
I choose the 99 because I’m an older person and it looks a lot easier to use and transport
I'm a not as strong as I use to be 71 year old, I like tools with wheels too.
More than a feeling 🤘🤘
Great Albums!
$499?...where?
Lowes has it now for $499
Great video
I want a hybrid table saw but that segment just seems to not exist in europe.
Good view
Can anyone tell me the footprint dims of the saw when folded up? width x depth x height?
Great review as per usual all the good tools aren't available in the UK!
Definitely the 99... portability
This information we need to learn how to use it
So you only gain 5/8 depth with the worm drive? Kind of disappointing. Quieter is nice though.
That 5/8" gain lets you cut 4x4 though. That's pretty handy.
Did you expect to gain a couple of inches. The saw will cut through a 4X6 in one pass. Do you know of another saw that will do this? Me thinks not. You're easy to disappoint.
I cut my own lumber with the Alaskan saw Mill. Can they both really cut a price of 4x4. The stand version cuts a 3 5/8th which my pine will most likely shrink to, the non stand version only cuts 3 1/2 per the man. website. Can you do a video of them both cutting a 4x4 if you can. That'd be great help and I can't imagine that I'm the only one that cares about ripping a 4x4.
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Dumb question but do you “have” to put the 99 on the stand? Can’t it be used as a table top as well?
I am not sure, but I have look at the one with the rolling stand and it looks like it would work fine off the stand by removing the 4 bolts. I just bought the 70 and the rack style fence and ability to use it without the rolling stand are a plus so i might just return the 70 and get the 99.
@@JasonTaylor1 Did you ever get the 99? If so can you confirm if it works without the stand and what the dimensions of the 99 without the stand are? Thanks!
Whats the table height?
I got the 99 but the coating on the table is showing a lot of wear is there any way to get it fixed?
Use plexi with a coating
I can't find that SPT99 for less than 600....
What is the footprint of the larger saw with the stand when it’s folded up?
It must be cold!
He’s reading cue cards
I LIKE this saw, I WANTED to purchase this saw but I can't fricking buy it in the UK 😡 😡 😡
Only the inferior bosch without rack and pinion fence. Phoned skilsaw uk customer services and they're bosch, they won't honour the warranty on an imported saw.
JOKE but I'm not laughing.
Just import one bud I did the one with the big wheels I love it and takes my dado
@@joycemiller4716
Seriously considering it but nearly 700 sterling is a bitter pill to swallow when there's no warranty at all, and I can't help feeling like I'm being fleeced of my hard earned. It's the same story with the Hitachi.
Wish I could find the spt 99-12 for $499🤯
I luckily bought mine for 499 last year and the following day it was up at 579
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Great information great comparison, I suggest you either memorize what you’re going to say or practice reading off whatever Teleprompter you were using more.
Just not smooth...
Love the Boston album on the shelf 🤙
It’s a tool review dude... not Shakespeare.
Jeff Williams love the channel because when you go to buy something, especially a $400 tool. You want to know, what you’re actually getting and what the differences are on the one right next to it on the shelf. 👍
I listen to the Boston album at least once a month.
Jurist this is his very first time doing this - I’d say he did. Well
A Concord Carpenter / ToolBoxBuzz Say what you will, you could have a better mic for him also. Almost sounds like he is talking down a well, echo, echo, echo.
This is a video and audio format. I know it ain’t easy, to sound, relaxed when reading and you’re being recorded. Practice practice practice.
These saws are straight up junk as all Skil tools are. Wheels melted in the Texas heat, cant lock down the blade height, you have to clean it to go to a 45, blade elevation handle stripped out as its all plastic, they couldn't even put a metal bushing on it at the point of contact, The fence lock down works itself loose, Oh, but "Its got a Hemi, Get Er Dun"... I've used all these jobsite saws to make a living and none of them are perfect, they are what they are. But this is one of the worst ones on the market. I'd buy a Ryobi before I bought another one of these. I'm not a troll, TH-cam just keeps suggesting these videos and I'm tired of the sugar coating put on these turds, lol. I'll move on now.
These are great but I prefer my Earth Worm Jim-drive saws.
Well I'd love one, can't fucking get it in the shit hole uk again.
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