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DeWalt
DeWalt DW788 20 in. Variable-Speed Scroll Saw
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Best Scroll Saws · head-to-head
DeWalt DW788 20 in. Variable-Speed Scroll Saw vs Craftsman Corded 18-Inch Electric Variable Scroll Saw with Stand (1.3 Amp)
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. DeWalt DW788 20 in. Variable-Speed Scroll Saw is cheaper at —. Every spec and price links to its source.
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Craftsman
Craftsman Corded 18-Inch Electric Variable Scroll Saw with Stand (1.3 Amp)
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | DeWalt DW788 20 in. Variable-Speed Scroll Saw | Craftsman Corded 18-Inch Electric Variable Scroll Saw with Stand (1.3 Amp) |
|---|---|---|
| US price | — | — |
| Brand | DeWalt | Craftsman |
| Released | — | — |
| Throat capacity (in) | 20 | 18 |
| Max cut thickness (in) | 2 | 2.25 |
| Speed range spm | 400–1750 spm | 400–1600 spm |
| Variable speed | Yes | Yes |
| Blade type | — | pinned |
| Max bevel (°) | 45° (L & R) | 45° (L & R) |
| Dust blower | Yes | Yes |
| Weight (lb) | 56 | — |
Sources — DeWalt DW788 20 in. Variable-Speed Scroll Saw: dewalt.com (verified 2026-08-19). Craftsman Corded 18-Inch Electric Variable Scroll Saw with Stand (1.3 Amp): craftsman.com (verified 2026-08-19).
What's the difference between the DeWalt DW788 20 in. Variable-Speed Scroll Saw and Craftsman Corded 18-Inch Electric Variable Scroll Saw with Stand (1.3 Amp)?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (3 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.
- Throat capacity (in): DeWalt DW788 20 in. Variable-Speed Scroll Saw 20 vs Craftsman Corded 18-Inch Electric Variable Scroll Saw with Stand (1.3 Amp) 18
- Max cut thickness (in): DeWalt DW788 20 in. Variable-Speed Scroll Saw 2 vs Craftsman Corded 18-Inch Electric Variable Scroll Saw with Stand (1.3 Amp) 2.25
- Speed range spm: DeWalt DW788 20 in. Variable-Speed Scroll Saw 400–1750 spm vs Craftsman Corded 18-Inch Electric Variable Scroll Saw with Stand (1.3 Amp) 400–1600 spm