SKILSAW SPT99-11 Worm Drive Table Saw vs GTS15-10 10-Inch Jobsite Table Saw
The SKILSAW SPT99-11 is the better pick for heavy ripping and jobsite work: its worm drive motor spins at 5,000 RPM, cuts 3-5/8 inches deep, and rips 30-1/2 inches, so it handles thick stock and 4x material with less bogging. The Bosch GTS15-10 is the friendlier saw for finish carpentry and shared power: soft start, an electronic brake that stops the blade in about three seconds, and electronically regulated speed. Build-wise the SKILSAW is heavier at 98.8 lbs but rolls on 16-inch wheels over stairs; the Bosch is lighter at 91 lbs with a Gravity-Rise stand. Owners rate the SKILSAW highly for torque and fence accuracy; Bosch owners like the smoother, safer operation and the ClampZone work surface.
- Choose the SKILSAW SPT99-11 if you rip thick hardwood and 4x stock all day and want maximum torque and rip capacity.
- Choose the Bosch GTS15-10 if you want a smoother, safer saw for finish cuts, with a fast blade brake and soft start.
Prices
- SKILSAW SPT99-11 Worm Drive Table Saw: $648.00 at Walmart (checked today)
- GTS15-10 10-Inch Jobsite Table Saw: $549.00 at Acme Tools (checked today)
- Difference: the GTS15-10 10-Inch Jobsite Table Saw is $99.00 cheaper than the SKILSAW SPT99-11 Worm Drive Table Saw today
