Which is better for cutting crown molding?

The Bosch. Its 12-inch blade and 13-1/2 in. crosscut handle wide crown, and it cuts 6 in. crown nested at 45 degrees. The Skil handles 6-1/4 in. crown nested vertically, but its 10-inch blade limits deeper profiles.

Which saw is easier to move around?

The Skil. It is lighter and has a built-in carrying handle. The Bosch is a heavy saw meant to stay on a bench, though its glide arm lets it sit against a wall.

Do I need a 12-inch saw over a 10-inch?

Only if you cut thick stock or wide trim. The Bosch cuts 3-1/2 in. deep and 13-1/2 in. wide. The Skil handles 2x12 flat but has less depth on thick material.

Which has better cutline visibility?

The Skil. Its LED Shadow Line projects the blade's path onto the wood, which many users find easier to follow than a guard. The Bosch uses a clear lower guard instead.

Is the Bosch worth stepping up to?

Yes for finish work and shop use. The axial glide, wider crosscut and SquareLock fences pay off on repeated trim cuts. For framing and decking, the lighter Skil is enough.

Both use 15-amp motors and electric brakes. The Bosch's belt drive and pre-aligned fences are built for long stationary use. The Skil is simpler and lighter, which suits intermittent jobsite work.

Bosch GCM12SD Glide Miter Saw vs Skil 10-Inch Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw

The Bosch GCM12SD is the better saw for finish carpenters and anyone cutting wide trim, crown and baseboard all day. Its axial-glide arm needs no rear clearance, so it can sit against a wall, and its 12-inch blade cuts deeper stock. The Skil is lighter, simpler and easier to move, and owners rate it slightly higher, but it is a 10-inch saw with less capacity. Both are dual-bevel sliders with electric brakes and 15-amp motors.

Choose the Bosch GCM12SD if you cut crown, baseboard and wide trim regularly and want a saw that can back up to a wall without a rear slide.
Choose the Skil 10-inch if you want a lighter, more portable slider for framing, decking and general jobsite cuts.

Prices

Bosch GCM12SD Glide Miter Saw: $358.12 at ennoki (last seen Nov 4)
Skil 10-Inch Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw: $279.00 at Amazon (checked today)
Difference: the Skil 10-Inch Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw is $79.12 cheaper than the Bosch GCM12SD Glide Miter Saw at the latest prices (Nov 4 and Nov 11)

Bosch 12 in. Dual-Bevel Sliding Glide Miter Saw (GCM12SD)

	Bosch GCM12SD Glide Miter Saw	Skil 10-Inch Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw
Blade size and depth of cut	12-inch blade; 3-1/2 in. deep at 90 degrees	10-inch blade; 2x12 capacity at 90 degrees, less depth on thick stock
Crosscut width	13-1/2 in. at 90 degrees, the widest crosscut in its class	Cuts a 2x12 flat at 90 degrees, narrower on wide trim
Rear clearance	Axial-glide arm needs zero rear clearance; the saw can sit against a wall	Conventional rails need room behind the saw
Miter range	60 degrees right, with detents at common angles	50 degrees left and right, 11 positive stops
Bevel range	47 degrees left and right, stops at 0, 33.9, 45 and 47	Dual bevel, up to 45 degrees each way
Cutline visibility	Clear lower guard for an unobstructed view of the blade	LED Shadow Line casts a shadow of the blade on the workpiece
Weight and portability	Heavy stationary saw with expanding base extensions	Lightweight with a built-in carrying handle
Fences	Pre-aligned SquareLock fences stay square over the saw's life	Tall sliding fences support 4-1/2 in. base and 6-1/4 in. nested crown vertically

Spec	Bosch GCM12SD Glide Miter Saw	Skil 10-Inch Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw
Material Compatibility	Wood	Lumber
Miter Capacity	60 degrees right	51 degrees in both directions
Cutting Material	Wood	Wood
Power Source	Corded Electric	Corded Electric
Cordless	No	No
Voltage	120-Volt	120 Volts
Electric Current	8.8 amps (under no load)	15 A
Cutting Capacity	Stabilizes boards up to 40 inches long	2x12 (at 90 degrees)
Cutting Depth	Adjustable (for trench cutting)	8 in (at 45 deg. bevel)
Cutting Bevel	Dual bevel	Dual bevel
Cutting Angle	90 Degrees	Up to 50 degrees left and right
Cutting Guides	Axial glide system	LED Shadow Line

Spec	Bosch GCM12SD Glide Miter Saw	Skil 10-Inch Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw
Cutting Fence	SquareLock fences	Left and right sliding fences
Electric Brake	Yes	Yes
Motor Amperage	15 amps	15 Amp
Motor Power	3-horsepower (HP)	15 Amp
Motor Speed	3800 RPM (no load)	4800 RPM
Motor Type	Belt-driven	AC Motor
Blade Diameter	12 in	10 in
Blade Length	12 Inches	10 Inches
Cutting Thickness	3/4-in. (for 45-deg miter on 6-in. wide stock)	—

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