Thanks Kevin. Since I also have one of each, I'd have a hard time picking one over the other. So far, I have stack-cut 4 1/4" (1 inch) on both saws and they both performed well. I think I prefer the EX at this point only because I have a comfortable chair for it. Once I find a good tall COMFORTABLE stool for the Hawk, they will both be equal. The Hawk does take some getting used to though.