Ryobi RTS12 vs. Skil TS6307-00

Let’s take a look at these two table saws: the Ryobi RTS12 and the Skil TS6307-00. If you want more details, check out our full review of the Ryobi RTS12.

Features & Benefits

You can read more in our complete guide to buying a table saw.

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Power & Motor

Both 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 table saws.

The RTS12 motor spins at 5000 rpm and the TS6307-00 motor spins at 4600 rpm. But 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 take 10” diameter blades and have a 5/8” arbor. 10” is the most common diameter for table saw blades, so you’ll be able to find a huge variety of blades. Most 8-to-10” blades have a 5/8” arbor hole, so this size arbor maximizes blade compatibility.

The Ryobi accepts dado blades up to 1/2” thick. The Skil takes dado blades up to 5/8” thick.

Size & Capacity

The Ryobi has 12” of rip capacity to the right side of the blade and has 8” of rip capacity to the left. The Skil has 25 1/2” of rip capacity to the right side of the blade and has 14” of rip capacity to the left. In general, 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.

Both saws can cut up to 2 1/2” deep at a 45° angle. The RTS12 can bevel up to 45° and can cut up to 3” at a 90° angle. The TS6307-00 can bevel the blade up to 47° and can cut up to 3 1/2” deep at a 90° angle.

The table on the Ryobi has a width of 27.36” and a depth of 30 1/2”. The table on the Skil has a width of 24” and a depth of 25”.

Pros & Cons

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

For the Ryobi:

For the Skil:

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 Ryobi RTS12. You can view comparisons of the Ryobi RTS12 with other products

	Ryobi RTS12	Skil TS6307-00
Brand	Ryobi	Skil
Power Type	corded	corded
Power - Voltage	120 V	120 V
Power - Amps	15 A	15 A
Power - HP	3 hp
Table Dimensions	27.36” W × 30 1/2” D	24” W × 25” D
Miter Slot Dimensions		3/4” W × 3/8” D
No-load RPM	5000 rpm	4600 rpm
Rip Capacity (Right)	12”	25 1/2”
Rip Capacity (Left)	8”	14”
Blade Diameter	10”	10”
Maximum Bevel	45°	47°
Depth of Cut (at 90°)	3”	3 1/2”
Depth of Cut (at 45°)	2 1/2”	2 1/2”
Maximum Dado Width	1/2” (with optional throat insert)	5/8”
Arbor Size	5/8”	5/8”
Dimensions	14” (without stand) H
Weight	51 lbs	51.2 lbs
Pros	Powerful motor compared to similarly-priced saws Can accept dado blades with optional throat insert	Integrated folding legs make storage easy Adjustable leg for uneven ground or floors Safety features are easy to remove and replace when cutting dados or using a sled
Cons	Stand is not very sturdy, so use caution when operating Only one miter slot limits flexibility and use of jigs and sleds	Miter gauge face is not square to table Rip fence can wiggle and require readjustment
Included Accessories		Table saw with integrated folding legs Blade guard Push stick Miter gauge Anti-kickback pawls Dust port elbow Wrenches Riving blade Rip fence 24-tooth blade
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