Experts recommend Makita LS1019L more than Bosch CM10GD
As of 9 Apr 2024, experts prefer Makita LS1019L over Bosch CM10GD, but both Miter Saws have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Makita LS1019L received 2 recommendations: from SolidSmack (14 Dec 2020) and Bob Vila (15 Dec 2023). Bosch CM10GD was also endorsed 2 times: by Sawinery (27 Jan 2024) and Handyman Picks (11 Jan 2022). However, experts generally ranked Bosch CM10GD lower than Makita LS1019L in their articles, which caused it to rank lower in ReviewFinder ranking.
| Rank | Change | Price | Miter Saw | BestCovery  | Sawinery  | Handyman Picks  | SolidSmack  | craftsmanprotools.com  | Bob Vila  | ProTool Reviews  | Sensible Digs  | The Saw Guy  | This Old House  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | - | $739 |  Makita LS1019L The Makita LS1019L is a versatile and reliable miter saw that offers precise and clean cuts, making it ideal for professionals and DIY enthusiasts in woodworking and construction projects. | - | - | - | 2 | - | 6 | - | - | - | - |
| 13 | - | $587 |  Bosch CM10GD The Bosch CM10GD Miter Saw is a highly praised tool by experts for its user-friendly features, precise cutting capabilities, powerful motor, safety features, and potential durability, making it a valuable addition to any workshop or job site. | - | 3 | 8 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 27 Jan 2024 Sawinery ranked Bosch CM10GD as #3
Rank Miter Saw Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 7 Bosch CM10GD Best Compact... ... ... Source: www.sawinery.net - On 11 Jan 2022 Handyman Picks ranked Bosch CM10GD as #8
Rank Miter Saw ... ... #8 out of 8 Bosch CM10GD Source: www.handymanpicks.com - On 14 Dec 2020 SolidSmack ranked Makita LS1019L as #2
Rank Miter Saw ... ... #2 out of 5 Makita LS1019L ... ... Source: www.solidsmack.com - On 15 Dec 2023 Bob Vila ranked Makita LS1019L as #6
Rank Miter Saw Comment ... ... ... #6 out of 9 Makita LS1019L Best Zero Clearance... ... ... Source: www.bobvila.com
After counting and adding up the 76 expert endorsements of the April rankings, Makita LS1019L outranks Bosch CM10GD. This is not to say that Bosch CM10GD is a bad option. Like Makita LS1019L, it is recommended by experts, but less.
Bosch CM10GD 
Makita LS1019L Customers like Bosch CM10GD somewhat more
At ReviewFinder we prefer to focus on professional product reviews, because customer reviews can be disproportionately affected by unrelated factors such as delivery, specific seller listing problems, and, of course, fake reviews. With that said, below is the summary of consumer sentiment.
Makita LS1019L
CS of 10 is similar to a 4.8 star review, CS of 0 is similar to a 2 star review.
Bosch CM10GD, the cheaper option, tends to get more favorable reviews than Makita LS1019L.
As can be seen in the chart above, median best-selling miter saw receives a consumer score of 9.6 (amazing). Both Bosch CM10GD and Makita LS1019L receive customer reviews that average out above that median threshold.
| Bosch CM10GD |
In comparison:
10.0 Amazing
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| Makita LS1019L |
In comparison:
9.6 Amazing
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| Median best-selling Miter Saw |
In comparison:
9.6 Amazing
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Bosch CM10GD is more popular than Makita LS1019L
It's fairly safe to say that Bosch CM10GD is a more popular miter saw than Makita LS1019L, based on its 500+ reviews. Popularity is determined based on product sales. Note that older and cheaper products tend to sell more.
To consider
| Table: Top compared alternatives for Bosch CM10GD and Makita LS1019L | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Dewalt DWS780 | $549 |
In comparison:
10.0 Amazing
| 5 expert recommendations | Cheaper More Popular |
 | Bosch GCM12SD | $649 |
In comparison:
10.0 Amazing
| 9 expert recommendations | More Popular |
 | Milwaukee 6955-20 | $599 |
In comparison:
8.7 Great
| 3 expert recommendations | |
 | Milwaukee 2734-20 M18 | $519 |
In comparison:
Milwaukee 2734-20 M18 ranks #24 out of 51. Very high levels of customer satisfaction. Go to rankings 9.6 Amazing
| 2 expert recommendations | Cheaper |
| Rank | Change | Price | Miter Saw | BestCovery | Sawinery | Handyman Picks | SolidSmack | craftsmanprotools.com | Bob Vila | ProTool Reviews | Sensible Digs | The Saw Guy | This Old House |
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| 1 | - | $649 |  Bosch GCM12SD The Bosch GCM12SD Miter Saw is a versatile and accurate tool with a 12-inch blade, innovative Axial Glide System, high-precision angle adjustments, and safety features, making it suitable for a wide range of cutting tasks. | 1 | 4 | - | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 1 |
| 2 | - | $549 |  Dewalt DWS780 The Dewalt DWS780 Miter Saw is a versatile and powerful tool known for its accuracy, precision, and durability, making it a top choice for professionals and DIY enthusiasts alike. | 2 | 7 | - | 1 | 1 | 2 | - | - | - | - |
| 3 | - | Check price |  Dewalt Dws779 The Dewalt DWS779 is a highly praised and versatile miter saw that offers accurate cuts, impressive power, safety features, and durability, making it a valuable tool for a variety of cutting tasks in woodworking, construction, and DIY projects. | - | - | 1 | - | - | - | 6 | 1 | 3 | - |
| 4 | - | $119 |  Metabo HPT C10FCGS The Metabo HPT C10FCGS miter saw is highly praised for its features, accuracy, power, safety features, and durability, making it a versatile and reliable tool for woodworking tasks. | - | 5 | 2 | - | 10 | - | - | - | 1 | 2 |
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Expert reviews [12]
- with a score: 4
- without a score: 8
| Highest score by ThePowerToolWebsite | 100 |
| Average score based on 12 reviews | 91 |
| Lowest score by Miter Saw Reviews | 80 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [11]
- with a score: 3
- without a score: 8
| Highest score by ProductReview.com.au | 100 |
| Average score based on 11 reviews | 93 |
| Lowest score by Miter Saw Reviews | 80 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
- ACCURACY: The Bosch-exclusive Axial-Glide System allows wider cross cuts and better alignment
- CONVENIENCE: Featuring large, upfront metal bevel controls and Square lock precision fences for precise, quick and easy adjustments. Complete with dust collection chute and vacuum adapter for easy cleanup.
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- 10" slide miter saw with the Crown molding cutting capacity (6-5/8" nested) of a 12" miter saw
- Linear ball bearing system engineered to deliver "dead-on" accurate cuts
- Innovative direct drive gearbox and guard system is engineered for increased vertical cutting capacity (5-1/4")
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Bosch CM10GD is a very popular option on the higher end of the price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling miter saws and has a couple of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Milwaukee 6955-20 or Metabo HPT C10FSHCT .
Bosch CM10GD is $162.37 more expensive than the average miter saw ($424.99).
Makita LS1019L is a popular option at the top of the price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling miter saws and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Bosch GCM18V-12GDCN or Hitachi C10FS 12-Amp .
Makita LS1019L is $314.01 more expensive than the average miter saw ($424.99).
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