Why The Evolution Miter Saw is (Not) Great

Mixed emotions about the Evolution miter saw.

[@gregkrueger331]

I’m the owner of a small construction company, i bought this saw a few years ago (2020) because my dewalt was having problems. I build about 6-10 decks a year and this saw was used to cut all the steel/aluminum railings to size. It’s not ideal for precision wood working but it’s proven it’s worth many times over, this saw has taken an absolute beating for me.

[@jerseyjim9092]

My saw came just like that. Left table was a tad lower. I put a couple layers of duct tape on it to make it flush. I also contacted Evolution and asked if there was any way to adjust it. They asked me to send a picture of the issue and then sent me a replacement saw. The base on the new saw was flush all the way across. It was a bit of a pain disassembling the original to send it back but at least now I don't have to deal with the tape. And the great customer service was refreshing. I'm also very happy with the quality of the cuts I get with this saw. Goes thru 11 gauge tubing like a knife thru butter.

[@robertdeptula2003]

Thanks for the comment. Will contact evolution.

[@212ntruesdale]

Very nice video. In fact, you yourself convinced me to purchase!

[@kevh4237]

3:52 Can you do a video on how you made your bracket for the hold down clamp?

[@robertdeptula2003]

Yes, I can, when I will have time.

[@damianzarebski5469]

Hi. Can you please tell me what is exact size for table top ? Length and width. No handles. Steel to steel. Thanks

[@jerseyjim9092]

I couldnt justify buying a dedicated cold cutting saw but for various reasons I didnt want an abrasive blade chop saw. The versatilty of this saw sold me on it.

[@robertdeptula2003]

It is not perfect, but useful.

[@MrIanspeed]

Or you could shim out the lower left hand side to raise it slightly?

[@Trevrocks15]

So wanna make a bracket for me ?

[@davedaniels8211]

I own the sms185+ . It's a very useful , small, lightweight bit of kit , I can easily store in the boot etc . Very useful depth stop . No probs after 12 months of abuse .

[@jablot5054]

This is only for rough work ,hence the price. If you want precision you have to pay for it .

[@opengate5849]

Put a shim under it or add a few layers of tape to the table, easy fix for cheap saw

[@robertdeptula2003]

Thanks

[@MultiTman1000]

You can level the left hand side of the table with two layers of metal tape! - No more rocking and you might not need your clamp extender.

[@vibrationofmyfrequency]

And where information about cutted thingers ?

[@robertdeptula2003]

Fingers not cut. Zoom into the picture, you will see ketchup jar to give a clue.

[@ADHDX20]

Solve the low bed problem with a vinyl sticker or 2 .

[@robertdeptula2003]

So, it is not only my saw.

[@ADHDX20]

@@robertdeptula2003 I got the Rage 3 'S with same problem

[@robertdeptula2003]

It could be such a great tool...

[@ADHDX20]

@@robertdeptula2003 Is now i fixed it :)

[@user-fq4qk9wz5k]

Gotta agree it’s not that great a bit rough to b honest compared with the likes of Dewalt and Makita (all of which I’ve used ) but for the money it is what ude expect not as smooth or as accurate as the aforementioned it’s a case of ( as per usual in this world) u get what u pay for if u want more quality uve gotta pay for it

[@Nick_M3]

I regret buying this saw. I wish I would’ve had a chance to try it out first.

[@cesar5957]

Why you regret ,i only regret of the saw that really is creo ,but i replace for a diablo cermet 2 saw very nice saw .

[@mhuk1220]

Good video. I have a rage 3s. It was a refurb from the maker. Ite not flat or straight. Agree with your video.

[@peterwalton1502]

I am no cabinet maker but if you are able to adjust most settings why would a more expensive saw be any more accurate? Or is it just tool snobbery?

[@nitishvermaverma8211]

Haw much

[@andrewarthurmatthews6685]

Yes I totally agree with your review and I despair of this company as they continue to sell poorly designed power tools. Beware potential buyers

[@robertdeptula2003]

Thanks for your input.

[@willholt100]

How so?

[@Digital_Dairy]

This is on the cheaper side of their line up. The saw I have from them is very nice.

[@sean_mc]

Buying cheaper means less money spent on the calibration out of factory. If you buy cheaper you have to expect to do more work to increase the accuracy. Same goes for any tool, like combi-squares, table-saws etc.

[@andrewarthurmatthews6685]

Having bought Evultion kit and returned I would not recommend them to anyone

[@robertdeptula2003]

What was the problem with your saw?

[@IcecyOutdoors]

@@robertdeptula2003 Probably nothing, just a naysayer...LOL

[@EladioMartinez-re4kx]

You want a great saw ? you are not gonna get it for $200 . Think !

[@HarveyJohnWillmott]

What do you expect for the price, Jesus. You want Festool quality for evolution money 🙈🤣 It’s just a cheap junk saw to abuse and nothing more really.

[@jacklurcher5813]

My thoughts exactly. I had the 'fury' (even cheaper version of this one) for around 10 years. Took a bit of work to get the back fence square and the clamps are indeed feeble (I just chucked them, it's not like you need them to chop a bit of 3x2). It did the job for numerous stud walls, decking, fence boards and posts, garden furniture, sheds and whatever else the Mrs wanted doing around the house and garden. It's just died (looks like the circuit board) but given the cost has worked out at about 3p a week up to now it's not worth repairing, I'll just strip the useable bits for spares, chuck it and buy another evolution one. If I were using one for a living then I wouldn't buy the one in the video, I'd buy something for at least 4 times the price, but for DIY and house renovations you can't fault them for the money.