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Skilsaw SPT88-01 12-Inch Worm Drive Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw: price, specs & release date
Skilsaw SPT88-01 12-Inch Worm Drive Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw, released 2018. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
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The Skilsaw SPT88-01 12-Inch Worm Drive Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw is listed at $1299.99 on skil.com as of 2026-07-26, #11 cheapest of 12 miter saws (median $664); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 31/100 pay-blind standing, #7 of 12 in class.
Verified Jul 26, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Cheapest miter saws: Metabo HPT C10FCGS 10-Inch Single-Bevel Compound Miter Saw — $199
- Best for Outstanding cutting power from the 15-amp worm-drive motor; Cut accuracy, well matched to framing and carpentry work.
- Skip if Stock 60T blade chatters on 2X lumber; fine finish work needs a higher-tooth blade upgrade from the start is a dealbreaker.
Price history
$1299.99Is the Skilsaw SPT88-01 12-Inch Worm Drive Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw a good buy?
At $1300, the Skilsaw SPT88-01 12-Inch Worm Drive Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw is #7 cheapest of the 12 miter saws we track, where the median is $564. On the spec sheet, its blade size of 12 in is the highest of the 12, its weight of 51 lb is above the median of the 12, and its release of 2018 is above the median of the 6.
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One independent lab measured this product across 3 physical metrics — dimensional accuracy, weight and price at review. These numbers rest on a single hands-on source so far; 1 other outlet has it on record by mention only.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Skilsaw SPT88-01 12-Inch Worm Drive Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw
Coverage comes from a single outlet, Pro Tool Reviews, across two articles: a dedicated hands-on review scored 8.8/10, and a 12-inch miter saw buying guide where the SPT88-01 appears as a recommended pick rather than a tested head-to-head winner. The verdict is consistent: outstanding worm-drive power, rock-solid rails and a class-light 51 lb weight, offset by out-of-box bevel calibration, stock-blade chatter and merely okay dust collection. No other outlet's coverage was verified, so treat this as one publication's view, not a cross-outlet consensus.
Based on 2 reviews · 1 lab-tested · 2020-01-01–2022-01-06
Tested by Pro Tool Reviews
Consistently praised
- Outstanding cutting power from the 15-amp worm-drive motor
- Cut accuracy, well matched to framing and carpentry work
- Light for a full-featured 12-inch slider at 51 lb, against a 51-65 lb class range
- Very smooth cutting action with no belt-drive hesitation and hard to bog down
- Rock-solid inline 2-rail slide with no wobble
Commonly flagged
- Stock 60T blade chatters on 2X lumber; fine finish work needs a higher-tooth blade upgrade from the start
- Premium price, $629 at review and listed at $650 in the later guide
- Sample arrived about 1/2º to 1º off on the bevel and needed calibration before use
- Onboard dust collection only okay; a vacuum plus manual cleanup still required
Where reviewers disagree No cross-outlet disagreement can be assessed: both verified articles come from Pro Tool Reviews. Within PTR, the dedicated review directly rebuts an unnamed earlier review that reported an out-of-square fence and table, stating "We verified the deck using an Empire Level rafter square and didn't find any part of our sample to be out of square," and speculating that the other review may have used a pre-production sample. PTR did reproduce the fence-extension wobble but found it stayed square during cuts. There is also an internal tension in PTR's own review: it lists "Excellent accuracy" as a pro while reporting that its sample shipped 1/2º to 1º off on the bevel.
The sources (2)
Out-of-box bevel error before calibration: about 1/2º to 1º off · Weight: 51 pounds · Price at review: $629
The Skilsaw SPT88-01 is smooth—really smooth.
Out of the box, the Skilsaw SPT88-01 was about 1/2º to 1º off on the bevel.
There is a little native chatter with the 60T stock blade on 2X lumber.
Also one of our favorite corded models, we love the power and accuracy of this saw.
For framing or carpentry, we find the power and size almost perfectly balanced.
Trim carpenters and fine woodworkers should also factor in a high-TPI blade upgrade right from the start.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $1299.99 — current on record (was $629) |
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| Brand | Skilsaw |
| Released | 2018 |
| Blade size (in) | 12 |
| Type | sliding_compound |
| Power source | corded |
| Bevel range | 48 L/48 R |
| Max crosscut (in) | 4x14 in at 90 |
| Laser or shadow guide | Yes |
| Weight (lb) | 51 |
Source: skil.com (verified 2026-06-20) · corroborated by protoolreviews.com. Dual bevel up to 48 L/R, miter 50 L/60 R, crosscut 4x14 at 90, 51 lb, LED shadow cutline, 15A Dual-Field worm-drive motor at 4000 RPM confirmed on Skil official page and Pro Tool Reviews (fetched live). Announced at STAFDA 2018, shipped April 2019. MSRP $629 confirmed via Pro Tool Reviews.
Is the Skilsaw SPT88-01 12-Inch Worm Drive Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw worth it vs cheaper miter saws?
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| Product | Price | Blade size (in) | Type | Power source | Bevel range | Max crosscut (in) |
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| Skilsaw SPT88-01 12-Inch Worm Drive Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw this | $1299.99 | 12 | sliding_compound | corded | 48 L/48 R | 4x14 in at 90 |
| Makita LS1019L 10-Inch Dual-Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw with Laser | $799 | 10 | sliding_compound | corded | 48 L/48 R | 12 in at 90 |
| Festool Kapex KS 120 REB Sliding Compound Miter Saw | $1799 | 10.25 | sliding_compound | corded | 47 L/47 R | 12 in at 90 |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Skilsaw SPT88-01 12-Inch Worm Drive Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw?
Coverage comes from a single outlet, Pro Tool Reviews, across two articles: a dedicated hands-on review scored 8.8/10, and a 12-inch miter saw buying guide where the SPT88-01 appears as a recommended pick rather than a tested head-to-head winner. The verdict is consistent: outstanding worm-drive power, rock-solid rails and a class-light 51 lb weight, offset by out-of-box bevel calibration, stock-blade chatter and merely okay dust collection. No other outlet's coverage was verified, so treat this as one publication's view, not a cross-outlet consensus. Praised: Outstanding cutting power from the 15-amp worm-drive motor; Cut accuracy, well matched to framing and carpentry work; Light for a full-featured 12-inch slider at 51 lb, against a 51-65 lb class range; Very smooth cutting action with no belt-drive hesitation and hard to bog down; Rock-solid inline 2-rail slide with no wobble; LED shadow cutline indicator preferred over a laser; Highly visible bevel gauge. Flagged: Stock 60T blade chatters on 2X lumber; fine finish work needs a higher-tooth blade upgrade from the start; Premium price, $629 at review and listed at $650 in the later guide; Sample arrived about 1/2º to 1º off on the bevel and needed calibration before use; Onboard dust collection only okay; a vacuum plus manual cleanup still required; Fence extensions can wobble left and right against the mounting bolt; Bevel lock sits at the rear rather than up front; Worm drive needs daily oil checks, an oil change after 10 hours, then every 60 hours or once a year; Only a 1-year warranty. (From 2 tester reviews, 1 lab-tested.)
How much does the Skilsaw SPT88-01 12-Inch Worm Drive Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw cost?
The Skilsaw SPT88-01 12-Inch Worm Drive Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw has a US price of $1299.99, as of 2026-07-26.
How does the Skilsaw SPT88-01 12-Inch Worm Drive Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw compare on price?
At $1300, the Skilsaw SPT88-01 12-Inch Worm Drive Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw is #7 cheapest of the 12 miter saws we track, where the median is $564.
Has the Skilsaw SPT88-01 12-Inch Worm Drive Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw's price dropped?
No — since 2026-06-27 the Skilsaw SPT88-01 12-Inch Worm Drive Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw has risen 106.7%, from $629 to $1299.99; the lowest we have recorded is $629 (2026-06-27).
What is the lowest price the Skilsaw SPT88-01 12-Inch Worm Drive Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw has been?
The lowest we have recorded for the Skilsaw SPT88-01 12-Inch Worm Drive Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw is $629 on 2026-06-27.
Is now a good time to buy the Skilsaw SPT88-01 12-Inch Worm Drive Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw?
The Skilsaw SPT88-01 12-Inch Worm Drive Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw is currently $1299.99; the lowest we have recorded is $629 (2026-06-27). Every price is dated, so you can judge it against its own history.
When was the Skilsaw SPT88-01 12-Inch Worm Drive Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw released?
The Skilsaw SPT88-01 12-Inch Worm Drive Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw was released 2018.
What are the Skilsaw SPT88-01 12-Inch Worm Drive Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw's key specs?
Skilsaw SPT88-01 12-Inch Worm Drive Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw (Skilsaw): blade size in 12, type sliding_compound, power source corded, bevel range 48 L/48 R, max crosscut in 4x14 in at 90. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-20.
Price of record: $1299.99 at skil.com, 2026-07-26. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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