Choosing the best Tile Saw
Hand Saws
Great for long length tile and stone cutting (i.e. slabs). Some models can be mounted with a curved diamond blade design to make cutouts for sink installation. Guide rail systems are available for accurate straight cutting.
Plunge Cut
Conventional style saw with a wide range of cutting options. These saws have a sliding cart and a plunging head assembly. Some models have built in miter features, while others require the use of "miter blocks". provide precision cuts, allowing you to dial in consistent results and maintain a high level of production.
Rail Saws
Rail saws are ideal for cutting large format tile and stone. Most modern rail saws include plunge cut and miter cut features giving the user more versatility.
| Tile Cutters | Tile Saws | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $ - $$$ | $$ - $$$$ |
| Portability | No water needed / Minimal dust debris | Harder to move / High mess potential |
| Cut Quality | Even the best tile cutters can result in chipped edges | A very clean cut is obtainable when using a quality diamond blade AND technique |