Head to head
Evolution Power Tools R255SMS vs Raimondi Zoe 130 Advanced
The Evolution Power Tools R255SMS is a 255mm sliding mitre saw that cuts wood, steel and aluminium with one blade. The Raimondi Zoe 130 Advanced is a electric bridge saw for cutting large tiles and stone slabs.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Evolution Power Tools R255SMS | Raimondi Zoe 130 Advanced | |
|---|---|---|
| Blade diameter | 255 mm | 300mm standard, up to 350mm |
| Weight | 15.3 kg | 98kg |
| Motor | 2000 W, 240V | - |
| No-load speed | 2500 rpm | - |
| Max wood cut | 300 x 80 mm (straight) | - |
| Max mild steel plate | 6 mm | - |
| Max cutting length | - | 1300mm |
| Motor power | - | 2.2HP / 1.65kW |
| Max cutting depth | - | 80mm (300mm blade), 110mm (350mm blade), 235mm double pass |
| Voltage | - | 110V, needs 32A feed via 5kVA transformer |
Sources: Evolution Power Tools R255SMS, Raimondi Zoe 130 Advanced. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the R255SMS if...
The R255SMS is Evolution's flagship mitre saw, bought by fabricators, fencing and multi-trade contractors who need to cut steel box section as well as timber without swapping blades. Its lower price versus premium mitre saws makes it a common choice on tool hire counters serving mixed-material jobs.
Full R255SMS specifications →Buy or hire the Zoe 130 Advanced if...
A bench-mounted wet saw for cutting large porcelain and stone tiles cleanly, used by tilers and landscapers rather than site labourers. Its 1300mm cutting length and interchangeable blade sizes suit large-format tile and paving jobs that a hand-held cutter cannot manage.
Listed by
- North London Plant Hire Ltd - Enfield
- North London Plant Hire - London
Common questions
What is the difference between the Evolution Power Tools R255SMS and the Raimondi Zoe 130 Advanced?
The Evolution Power Tools R255SMS is a 255mm sliding mitre saw that cuts wood, steel and aluminium with one blade; the Raimondi Zoe 130 Advanced is a electric bridge saw for cutting large tiles and stone slabs.
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