Which saw is better for cutting crown molding?

The DeWalt DWS780. Its tall sliding fences handle crown molding up to 7-1/2 in. nested, and the 12 in. blade gives more capacity. The Milwaukee is lighter but has a smaller 10 in. blade.

Is the Milwaukee worth twice the price?

Only if cordless cutting saves you time on site. At $599.00 at The Home Depot as of November 4, 2026, it costs about $300 more than the DeWalt at $295.99 at eBay, and you still need to buy a battery.

Can the Milwaukee replace a corded saw?

For most trim and framing work, yes. Milwaukee rates it at power equivalent to a 15 amp corded 12 in. saw, with up to 400 cuts per charge on an HD9.0 battery. Deep cuts in hard lumber are still easier on the DeWalt's 15 amp corded motor.

Which is easier to move around?

The Milwaukee. It weighs 28 lbs with a battery, against 56 lbs for the DeWalt. The DeWalt also needs a power cord wherever you set it up.

Do both saws bevel in two directions?

Yes. Both are dual-bevel sliding compound saws. The DeWalt has 10 positive miter stops; the Milwaukee has 9 bevel detents and a cam locking miter system.

Both are pro-grade saws with electric brakes. The DeWalt has no battery to wear out; the Milwaukee's runtime depends on battery packs, which lose capacity over years of use.

DeWalt 12 in. Double Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw (DWS780) vs Milwaukee M18 FUEL 10” Sliding Compound Miter Saw

Buy the DeWalt DWS780 if you want the most cutting capacity per dollar and will keep the saw in one shop. Buy the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 10 in. if you work on site and need cordless freedom. The DeWalt is $295.99 at eBay as of November 4, 2026, and the Milwaukee is $599.00 at The Home Depot as of the same date, so the Milwaukee costs about twice as much.

Today the DeWalt 12 in. Double Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw (DWS780) costs $160.00 less at its best price.

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