I'm trying to decide between the SawStop CTS and the Evolution R10ts for my small garage workshop. I currently have an old Dewalt 8.25-inch table saw that I'm looking to upgrade from. One of my main issues with the Dewalt is the bevel adjustment, which has been really tricky to use accurately. I appreciate the safety technology that SawStop offers, but I've also heard good things about the Evolution saw, even though it lacks the safety features. Both saws have a wheel for bevel adjustment, but they do it differently. I'm curious if anyone has experience using the Evolution for woodworking and can comment on its accuracy. I've looked into the SawStop jobsite saw but I'm concerned about noise levels, as I prefer something quieter. Also, the CTS doesn't accommodate a dado stack, which is something I'm not thrilled about.
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I'd definitely recommend getting the SawStop if it fits your budget. It's the kind of tool where you buy once and you're set for good! Even if you never end up needing the safety features, they're like the best insurance you can buy.
If you’re leaning toward the SawStop, just know it's an excellent choice! The CT version is great, but you'll need the full cast iron top setup for the fence, which does take up some space. Also, it has to be plugged directly into a power outlet, rather than a power strip, which is something to keep in mind. Also, word of warning: it doesn't take dado blades, if that's something you're looking for!
And just a note, the CTS is more compact than the cabinet saws, but it's not meant for dado stacks for sure.
I've used the SawStop for miters and they came out perfectly, no cleanup needed!