Experts recommend Bosch GCM12SD more than Skil MS6305
As of 10 Jan 2025, experts prefer Bosch GCM12SD over Skil MS6305, but both Miter Saws have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Bosch GCM12SD received 8 recommendations: from Bob Vila (29 Nov 2024), Sensible Digs (3 Jan 2024) ProTool Reviews (4 Jun 2024) and 5 others. By contrast, Skil MS6305 received only 4 recommendations from TechGearLab (22 Nov 2024), Sensible Digs (3 Jan 2024) craftsmanprotools.com (30 Apr 2024) and 1 other.
| Rank | Change | Price | Miter Saw | Bob Vila  | TechGearLab  | Sensible Digs  | ProTool Reviews  | craftsmanprotools.com  | SolidSmack  | BestCovery  | Popular Mechanics  | The Saw Guy  | This Old House  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | - | 3 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 1 | - | 4 | 1 |
| 5 | - | $249 |  Skil MS6305 The Skil MS6305 Miter Saw is a highly praised and versatile tool that offers accuracy, power, safety features, and durability for a wide range of cutting tasks. | - | 2 | 5 | - | 7 | - | - | 3 | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 3 Jan 2024 Sensible Digs ranked Bosch GCM12SD as #3 and Skil MS6305 as #5
Rank Miter Saw Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 7 Bosch GCM12SD Best miter saw for crown molding... ... ... #5 out of 7 Skil MS6305 Best Dual Bevel Miter Saw... ... ... Source: sensibledigs.com - On 30 Apr 2024 craftsmanprotools.com ranked Bosch GCM12SD as #3 and Skil MS6305 as #7
Rank Miter Saw Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 10 Bosch GCM12SD Best For Workshop Use... ... ... #7 out of 10 Skil MS6305 ... ... ... Source: craftsmanprotools.com - On 29 Nov 2024 Bob Vila ranked Bosch GCM12SD as #1
Rank Miter Saw Comment #1 out of 9 Bosch GCM12SD Best Overall... ... ... Source: www.bobvila.com - On 4 Jun 2024 ProTool Reviews ranked Bosch GCM12SD as #1
Rank Miter Saw Comment #1 out of 9 Bosch GCM12SD Best OverAll... ... ... Source: www.protoolreviews.com - On 14 Dec 2020 SolidSmack ranked Bosch GCM12SD as #3
Rank Miter Saw ... ... #3 out of 5 Bosch GCM12SD ... ... Source: www.solidsmack.com - On 7 Mar 2024 BestCovery ranked Bosch GCM12SD as #1
Rank Miter Saw Comment #1 out of 10 Bosch GCM12SD Best miter saw overall... ... ... Source: www.latimes.com - On 29 Mar 2024 The Saw Guy ranked Bosch GCM12SD as #4
Rank Miter Saw Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 6 Bosch GCM12SD Best Sliding Compound Miter Saw... ... ... Source: www.thesawguy.com - On 5 Nov 2024 This Old House ranked Bosch GCM12SD as #1
Rank Miter Saw Comment #1 out of 5 Bosch GCM12SD Best Miter Saw Overall... ... ... Source: www.thisoldhouse.com - On 22 Nov 2024 TechGearLab ranked Skil MS6305 as #2
Rank Miter Saw Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 5 Skil MS6305 Best Bang for the Buck... ... ... Source: www.techgearlab.com - On 4 Sep 2024 Popular Mechanics ranked Skil MS6305 as #3
Rank Miter Saw Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 7 Skil MS6305 Best Slide Saw... ... ... Source: www.popularmechanics.com
After counting and adding up the 73 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Bosch GCM12SD outranks Skil MS6305. This is not to say that Skil MS6305 is a bad option. Like Bosch GCM12SD, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Bosch GCM12SD outranks Skil MS6305 by 4 positions. This indicates that, as of 10 Jan 2025, Bosch GCM12SD is more critically acclaimed than Skil MS6305.
| Rank | Change | Price | Miter Saw | Bob Vila | TechGearLab | Sensible Digs | ProTool Reviews | craftsmanprotools.com | SolidSmack | BestCovery | Popular Mechanics | The Saw Guy | This Old House |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | - | 3 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 1 | - | 4 | 1 |
| 2 | - | $499 |  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 | 1 | - | - | 1 | 1 | 2 | - | - | - |
| 3 | - | $249 |  Craftsman V20 The Craftsman V20 Miter Saw is a highly regarded tool that offers precise and versatile cutting capabilities, powered by a long-lasting battery, and prioritizes user safety. | 3 | - | - | - | 5 | 5 | 8 | 4 | 6 | 4 |
| 4 | - | $140 |  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. | - | - | - | - | 10 | - | - | 2 | 1 | 2 |
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Expert reviews [25]
Total expert reviews: 25
- with a score: 5
- without a score: 20
| Highest score by Miter Saw Reviews | 100 |
| Average score based on 25 reviews | 91 |
| Lowest score by ToolNerds | 86 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [3]
Total expert reviews: 3
- with a score: 1
- without a score: 2
| Highest score by ProTool Reviews | 95 |
| Average score based on 3 reviews | 95 |
| Lowest score by ProTool Reviews | 95 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
From Seller:
- AXIAL GLIDE SYSTEM: patented glide system allows wider cross cuts and better alignment while also being compact, saving you 12 inches of valuable work space
- CAPACITY: expanded cutting capacity, 14 inch horizontal capacity nominal 6 1/2 inch vertical capacity against the fence base 6 1/2 inch crown capacity against the fence 45 spring
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From Seller:
- POWERFUL 15 AMP MOTOR - Delivers 4,800 RPM for quick, detailed cuts
- DUAL BEVEL – Perform cuts in four positive stop positions at 48° & 45° left, 0°, and 45° right
- LED SHADOW LINE - Provides high precision cuts with greater accuracy than lasers
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