- Is the CMEW020 worth it for a home shop?
- Yes, if you cut biscuit joints regularly on cabinets, shelves and tabletops. It cuts clean slots and costs far less than pro-grade joiners, though its fence is less precise.
- Does it use standard biscuits?
- Yes. It takes the common #0, #10 and #20 biscuits, so supplies are easy to find.
- Is it corded or cordless?
- It is a corded AC tool running on 120 V. There is no battery to charge, but you need an outlet or extension cord.
- How does it compare with a Domino joiner?
- A Domino cuts loose-tenon mortises with more precision and stronger joints, but it costs much more. The CMEW020 is a simpler biscuit tool for lighter work.
- Can it cut miter and face joints?
- Yes. The adjustable fence tilts for miter cuts and sets heights for edge and face slots.
- What comes in the box?
- The joiner, a dust bag, and the standard blade and wrench for biscuit size changes. Biscuits are usually sold separately.
- Where is the Craftsman CMEW020 cheapest?
- At Lowe's, for $349.00, as of our latest check.