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Metabo TS 254 M vs SawStop CTS-120A60

Side-by-side comparison — specs, price, and expert verdict

Metabo TS 254 M

Metabo TS 254 M 10" Table Saw

Metabo · TS 254 M

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SawStop Compact Table Saw

SawStop · CTS-120A60

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$899

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Specs Comparison

SpecificationsMetabo TS 254 MSawStop CTS-120A60
Blade Size
10 in / 254 mm
10 in / 254 mm
Motor
1500W
15A / 1800W
Max Rip Capacity
20.5 in / 520 mm
24.5 in / 622 mm
Cut Depth (90°)
3.15 in / 80 mm
3.125 in / 79 mm
Cut Depth (45°)
1.9 in / 48 mm
2.19 in / 56 mm
Speed
4200
4000
Weight
54 lbs / 24.4 kg
68 lbs / 30.8 kg
Dust Port
4 in / 100 mm
1.5 in / 38 mm
Fence Type
Double-clamping parallel
Rack & Pinion
Stand Included
Price
$899

Which Should You Buy?

Metabo TS 254 M

A strong European contender at a competitive price. The Metabo TS 254 M offers a solid 1500W motor with soft start, motor brake, and electronic overload protection — safety features often missing at this price point. The double-clamping parallel fence and included table extensions make it a capable workshop saw.

Pros

  • + Motor brake stops blade in 3 seconds
  • + Soft start and electronic overload protection
  • + Double-clamping parallel fence with quick release
  • + Table extensions and angle fence included

Cons

  • No stand included — table-mount only
  • 520mm rip capacity smaller than US jobsite saws
  • 4" dust port at rear only — no blade guard port
  • Noisier at 92 dB than some competitors

SawStop CTS-120A60

The safest table saw you can buy. SawStop's flesh-detection system stops the blade in milliseconds on contact. Premium build quality justifies the premium price.

Pros

  • + Flesh-detection safety system — truly life-saving
  • + Excellent build quality and precision
  • + Compact and relatively portable
  • + Quiet operation

Cons

  • Expensive — nearly double the price of competitors
  • Replacement cartridge costs ~$100 after activation
  • Smaller rip capacity than DeWALT
  • No stand included

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