Metabo HPT C10RJS vs. Skilsaw SPT99T-01
Shopping for a new table saw? Compare the features of the Metabo HPT C10RJS and Skilsaw SPT99T-01 and make an informed purchase!
Let’s take a look at these two table saws: the Metabo HPT C10RJS and the Skilsaw SPT99T-01. If you want more details, check out our full review of the Metabo HPT C10RJS.
Features & Benefits
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Power & Motor
Both table saws are corded, run on 120 V, and draw 15 amps. Standard U.S. residential circuits are 120 V, 15 A, which will support either of the saws.
The C10RJS motor spins at 4500 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, and they don’t have a direct impact on the saw’s real-world ability to handle different material.
Blade Compatibility
Both products have a 5/8” arbor. The C10RJS accepts 10” diameter blades. The SPT99T-01 takes 8 1/4” diameter blades. 10” is the most common diameter for table saw blades, so it shouldn’t be a problem to find a huge variety of blades for any purpose. Most 8-to-10” blades have a 5/8” arbor hole, so this size arbor maximizes blade compatibility.
The Metabo HPT accepts dado blades up to 13/16” thick. The Skilsaw takes dado blades up to 1/2” thick.
Size & Capacity
The Metabo HPT has 35” of rip capacity to the right of the blade and has 22” of rip capacity to the left side. The Skilsaw has 25” of rip capacity to the right and has 12” of rip capacity to the left side of the blade. As a rule, more rip capacity is better, but it typically also means a larger, heavier saw. Think about what types of rip cuts you’ll be making and choose the right size saw for you.
The C10RJS can bevel its blade up to 45°, can cut up to 3 1/8” at a 90° angle, and can cut up to 2 1/4” deep at a 45° angle. The SPT99T-01 can bevel up to 46.5°, can cut up to 2 5/8” at a 90° angle, and can cut up to 1 7/8” deep at a 45° angle.
The table on the Metabo HPT has a width of 28 3/4” and a depth of 22”. 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 Metabo HPT:
Pros
- Wide stand gives good stability
- Motor is powerful enough to handle thick or dense material
- Quality miter gauge
- 35” rip width is the largest in its class
- Extremely flat table
- All-terrain tread on tires
Cons
- Blade may need aligning out of the box, a process not covered by the manual
- Miter gauge does not store tightly in storage, can fall out during transport
- Axle can bend if not careful when going over obstacles
- Assembly instructions confusing for less experienced users
For the Skilsaw:
Pros
- 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
- Miter saw is somewhat sloppy, hard to dial in precisely
- Dust collection port is easily broken
Comparison Chart
Below is a full side-by-side comparison of these products’ specs. If you want more details, check out our full review of the Metabo HPT C10RJS. You can view comparisons of the Metabo HPT C10RJS with other products