Really wish this ONE thing was better...

As a follow up to my "Laguna vs. Sawstop" video I am now at a point where I can give you a my thoughts and review my Laguna Fusion F2 table saw. Did I make the right choice? Buyers remorse???

I've used this saw for almost a year now on a variety of projects - most of which have been documented here on YouTube. Lots of people have been asking what I think of this tool so here we go! Overall I love the saw, it's a fantastic value for those of us who want our dollar to go a little farther in the shop. In this video I detail out 3 things that I "like" and 3 that I "don't like" as much. I wrap everything up with a conclusion to summarize my thoughts.

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[genebruce]

F1 owner here. Shop equipped with small dust collection system. The interior hose on the saw and the port restriction were removed. Still mediocre dust control. I finally removed the shroud from around the blade and collection is much improved. The shroud was redirecting dust out the top due to airflow not reaching the blade.

[zachyje]

I really appreciate how thorough and honest you are in all your videos, but especially your reviews. You don't ramble, but I feel like you hit all the important aspects. As a DIYer, I appreciate the time and effort you put into your videos. Well done.

[ryanhawkins]

Super helpful video, appreciate the no-BS, straight up, authentic way you present your opinion and information.

[ckwilliams]

I, too, pulled the trigger on the Laguna Fusion F2 tablesaw in August 2021 thanks to your "Why I chose Laguna over SawStop Video". I concluded (almost) identical findings within days of startup. As a newbie woodworker the Laguna Fusion F2 is a quality build but the dust collection is disappointing...so much so that I upgraded to the Shark Guard and am researching an overarm solution that will fit my beginner skill set. Thanks to Travis and Shop Nation I see a path forward. Keep up the inspirational guidance.

[stuartjenkins]

I’ve been watching an reading reviews (for weeks now)…pretty sure there is no one perfect saw! But, you make some strong points and comparisons to the SawStop. The only other saw that seems to get consistent great reviews are the Dewalts! I’m just a DIY’r setting up a shop in my garage that wants a good reliable (hopefully accurate tablesaw!). I had almost ordered the Shop Fox Hybred, but I think now I might just go with the Laguna F2. Little more money but seems an overall better machine! Thanks!

[cdw]

I just received my F2 a week ago and I'm pretty pleased with it. I agree the dust collection is not as good as I had hoped, but compared to what I've been using (a craftsman from 1960) I'm ecstatic! I'm still tuning it in and getting setup the way I want it. But, right now I have absolutely no regrets with this purchase.

[gXXrGoNe]

I see a couple comments on the fence deflection. A year or so ago i watched a video by Felder. The fence is suppose to flex as a safety function to help avoid kick back if the wood has any tension in it. So long as the fence does not deflect where the saw cuts the wood you are good.
You should never be putting laterial forces on the wood after the saw anyways.
Hope this helps ppl running away from european style fences. They do the same on jointers and any machine with these style fences.

[davem]

I purchased a saw stop about 2 1/2 years ago, the dust collection is excellent with minimal accumulation in the cabinet after months of use.
Regarding the deflection of the fence, I think the main concern would be that there is no deflection up to the point where the material is actually cut by the blade. After that poin there shouldn't be lateral force applied to the fence.

[makermark]

'Preciate the honesty and transparency in your reviews, Travis. Great info. Thanks for what you do!

[gregmislick]

I love your reviews and your methodology behind when you do them.
Thanks, the Fusion line is for sure on my list for consideration.

[Tonyswoodwerks]

I agree with your assessment. I have the previous version of the F2 (no DRO). I converted mine to 220 to free up space on my 120 circuits. To increase suction inside the cabinet I took off the dust collector connection from the cabinet and drilled out next to where the hose on the inside connects. This, in addition to taping over any other holes in the cabinet, has vastly improved my dust collection, even without using the over blade setup. I need to find a small blast gate so I can isolate the over blade hose if I'm not using it to make it quicker to isolate. If you happen to be able to 3D print one, I would buy it from you!

[markelonich]

Thank you for the video, my 30+ year old craftsman finally pooped out on me and I bought the fusion 2, after watching your vid, and love it, its so quiet my wife says she doesnt her it from her office while Im making dust. Keep those great vids coming.

[ascrept]

I enjoyed the video breakdown of pros and cons. Great job and honest reflection in your presentation, I didn’t feel there was a conflict of interest with your full disclosure. Im a professional woodworker. I’ll be in the market for a new cabinet table saw this fall as will be selling my Delta cabinet saw and moving to a different state. That said, the Delta has practically same fence and I love it. It’s safer than the Biesemeyer type fences when the blade guard is properly in place. It’s one of the reasons I’m interested in the Laguna. I never had deflection issues with the Delta fence. I will reuse my Extractor overhead 4” rigid port over the saw blade, so better airflow over the blade and guard has larger footprint to capture more dust then the Laguna’s paltry ‘free’ dust port. Saw dust collection is my number 2 priority. That said, I’ll be looking at the Fusion 3 model, now $3K. Taiwan made is usually much better than China made, so not a problem for me.

[adgieem]

Good review. Today I went to Rockler. Viewed the F1, F2, side by side. I am sold on the F2. It’s exactly the size and quality I want. Thank you for getting it to my attention via your review. Please maintain the no nonsense forum you have with your videos.

[bennybologna]

That fence deflection is a show stopper for me. My Dewalt job site saw with its rack n pinion fence is solid when locked.

[georgevoisin]

Excellent review. Thanks for showing the amount of flex on the fence. Looks like a great overall product but that's a deal breaker for me.

[xof-woodworkinghobbyist]

Thanks a lot. I have a Fusion F1 (no room in my little shop for the F2!), and I have about the same opinion.... and I love it!

[DRMadeIt]

I have a cabinet shop and the F2 has filled my needs for 2 years now. I did upgrade the fence rails to 52” tho

[tedpuckett]

Really informative vid. Especially like the fact that you shared some not so good things about the saw.

[jonathanlambeth]

That deflection looks pretty large. I just tried the same experiment on my Lowes Delta tablesaw, and it doesn’t seem to deflect that much. Three places that it could be moving… the front rail is flexing, the rail to fence joint has some play, or the fence is flexing. Any flexure in those beams (the rail or the fence) would indicate, to me, a serious error in design. I would tend to be more forgiving of the joint, but still… I’d be inclined to replace that fence with the Delta system, which is available with both rails online, assuming it fits. Overall, that still looks like a good option if the comparable Sawstop is out of someone’s range. Thanks for the review! Love the channel!