Experts prefer Dewalt DWS780 over Makita LS1219L
On 10 Jan 2025 (1 year ago) we went through 73 Miter Saw expert endorsements .
Currently, Dewalt DWS780 received 5 endorsements from Bob Vila (29 Nov 2024), TechGearLab (22 Nov 2024) craftsmanprotools.com (30 Apr 2024) and 2 others. Meanwhile, Makita LS1219L did not receive any endorsements this month.
| Rank | Change | Price | Miter Saw | Bob Vila  | TechGearLab  | Sensible Digs  | ProTool Reviews  | craftsmanprotools.com  | SolidSmack  | BestCovery  | Popular Mechanics  | The Saw Guy  | This Old House  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | - | - | - |
| N/A | N/A | $837 |  Makita LS1219L | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 29 Nov 2024 Bob Vila ranked Dewalt DWS780 as #2
Rank Miter Saw Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 9 Dewalt DWS780 Runner-Up... ... ... Source: www.bobvila.com - On 22 Nov 2024 TechGearLab ranked Dewalt DWS780 as #1
Rank Miter Saw Comment #1 out of 5 Dewalt DWS780 Best Overall / Editor's Choice... ... ... Source: www.techgearlab.com - On 30 Apr 2024
craftsmanprotools.com ranked Dewalt DWS780 as #1
Rank Miter Saw #1 out of 10 Dewalt DWS780 ... ... Source: craftsmanprotools.com - On 14 Dec 2020 SolidSmack ranked Dewalt DWS780 as #1
Rank Miter Saw #1 out of 5 Dewalt DWS780 ... ... Source: www.solidsmack.com - On 7 Mar 2024 BestCovery ranked Dewalt DWS780 as #2
Rank Miter Saw Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 10 Dewalt DWS780 Runner Up... ... ... Source: www.latimes.com
As can be seen below, Dewalt DWS780 is mentioned by key experts in Jan 2025, while Makita LS1219L is not.
| 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 [35]
Total expert reviews: 35
- with a score: 7
- without a score: 28
| Highest score by ThePowerToolWebsite | 100 |
| Average score based on 35 reviews | 93 |
| Lowest score by HealthyHandyman | 77 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [7]
Total expert reviews: 7
- with a score: 2
- without a score: 5
| Highest score by Recent Power Tool | 88 |
| Average score based on 7 reviews | 84 |
| Lowest score by Miter Saw Reviews | 80 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
From Seller:
- Dimensions - 35cm x 45cm x 25cm
- 1100 watt motor designed for heavy duty applications
- Integrated cutline blade positioning system provides adjustment free cut line indication for better accuracy and visibility
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From Seller:
- Unique 2-steel rail sliding system design offers single slide-glide operation; reduced saw footprint allows operation flush against a wall
- Increased capacity for up to 8" Crown molding (vertically nested), 6-3/4" baseboard (vertical), and 15" crosscuts at 90
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