Band saws handle almost any full saw cut a woodworker might need to make. The band saw can be a workhorse when cutting lengthwise (ripping) and is capable of cutting all the way through a board held on edge (re-sawing). IsGood Woodworks has a band saw able to cut up to 24” of wood thickness.

Band saws are also capable of making tightly curved cuts, depending on the blade width. The tables can tip so that a bevel, or a combination of a curved cut with a bevel can be made. They are not a full substitute for a table saw, but if you are limited in budget and space, a band saw can cover a greater range of cuts.