DeWalt DCS7485 vs. Skilsaw SPT99T-01

Let’s take a look at these two table saws: the DeWalt DCS7485 and the Skilsaw SPT99T-01. To get more details, read our full review of the DeWalt DCS7485.

Features & Benefits

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Power & Motor

The SPT99T-01 is corded, runs on 120 V, and draws 15 amps. Standard U.S. residential circuits are 120 V, 15 A, which will support the.

The DCS7485 is cordless and runs on 60 V batteries.

The DCS7485 motor spins at 5800 rpm and the SPT99T-01 motor spins at 5300 rpm. Don’t get too caught up in these numbers, since the manufacturers measure them under ideal conditions, so they don’t have a direct impact on the saw’s real-world capability to handle different material.

Blade Compatibility

Both saws take 8 1/4” diameter blades and have a 5/8” arbor. Most 8-to-10” blades have a 5/8” arbor hole, so this size of arbor gives you a lot of options.

The Skilsaw accepts dado blades up to 1/2” thick. The DeWalt doesn’t accept dado blades. If you’re a woodworker, this might be a significant shortcoming. If you might want to use dado blades, you might want to look at a different model.

Size & Capacity

Both products have 12” of rip capacity to the left side of the blade. The DeWalt has 24” of rip capacity to the right. The Skilsaw has 25” of rip capacity to the right side of the blade. Generally speaking, a larger rip capacity is better, but it typically also means a larger and heavier saw. Think about what types of rip cuts you’ll be making and choose the right size saw for you.

The DCS7485 can cut up to 2 1/2” deep at an angle of 90° and is able to cut up to 1 3/4” at a 45° angle. The SPT99T-01 can bevel the blade up to 46.5°, will cut up to 2 5/8” deep at 90°, and can cut up to 1 7/8” at an angle of 45°.

The table on the DeWalt has a width of 22 3/4” and a depth of 22 3/4”. The table on the Skilsaw has a width of 23 1/2” and a depth of 21 1/2”.

Pros & Cons

Let’s take a look at some of the pluses and minuses of these products.

For the DeWalt:

For the Skilsaw:

Comparison Chart

Here’s a full side-by-side comparison of these products’ specs. For more details, check out our full review of the DeWalt DCS7485. You can view comparisons of the DeWalt DCS7485 with other products

	DeWalt DCS7485	Skilsaw SPT99T-01
Brand	DeWalt	Skilsaw
Power Type	cordless	corded
Power - Voltage	60 V	120 V
Power - Amps	n/a	15 A
Table Dimensions	22 3/4” W × 22 3/4” D	23 1/2” W × 21 1/2” D
Miter Slot Dimensions	3/4” W × 3/8” D	3/4” W × 3/8” D
Miter Slot Shape	T-slot
No-load RPM	5800 rpm	5300 rpm
Rip Capacity (Right)	24”	25”
Rip Capacity (Left)	12”	12”
Blade Diameter	8 1/4”	8 1/4”
Maximum Bevel		46.5°
Depth of Cut (at 90°)	2 1/2”	2 5/8”
Depth of Cut (at 45°)	1 3/4”	1 7/8”
Maximum Dado Width		1/2”
Arbor Size	5/8”	5/8”
Dust Port Diameter		2 1/4”
Weight	48 lbs	44 lbs
Drive Mechanism		worm-drive
Warranty	3 years	1 year
Pros	Long battery life for most common jobs Compact and portable	High torque from worm drive for cutting difficult materials Blade and fence are square out of the box Rack-and-pinion fence is easy to adjust Dust collection is very effective
Cons	No option to attach AC adapter instead of battery	Miter saw is somewhat sloppy, hard to dial in precisely Dust collection port is easily broken
Included Accessories		24-tooth carbide blade Miter gauge Rip fence Smart guard system Push stick Adjustment wrench
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