Which is better for cutting crown molding?

The Milwaukee. Dual bevel and 48-degree miter both ways let you cut nested crown without flipping the saw or the molding. The Craftsman's single bevel forces you to turn the work for half the cuts.

Can the Craftsman cut 2x4s and 4x4s?

It cuts 2x dimensional lumber and up to 8 inches of crosscut, with 3-1/4 inches of vertical capacity. A 4x4 post is 3-1/2 inches tall, so it will not fit upright against the fence.

Is the Milwaukee worth $269 more?

For daily professional trim work, yes: dual bevel, a 10-inch blade, more capacity and a proven brushless motor. For occasional DIY cuts, the Craftsman covers most of the same work for less than half the price.

Do I need to buy a battery for the Milwaukee?

Yes. The 2734-20 is tool only. Budget for an M18 battery and charger unless you already own the platform. The Craftsman kit includes both.

Which lasts longer on a charge?

The Milwaukee, by a wide margin. Milwaukee claims 400 to 600 cuts per charge on an HD9.0 pack. The Craftsman's runtime is not published and its smaller battery will not match that.

Which is easier to carry and store?

The Craftsman. It is a compact 7-1/4-inch saw. The Milwaukee weighs 28 lbs with a battery and takes up more bench space when sliding.

M18 FUEL Dual Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw vs Craftsman CMCS714M1

Buy the Milwaukee 2734-20 if you cut trim, crown and framing for a living and want corded-saw capacity without a cord. Buy the Craftsman CMCS714M1 if you are a DIYer doing occasional trim and 2x work on a budget. The Milwaukee is $499.00 at Amazon as of November 4, 2026; the Craftsman is $230.00 at eBay as of November 4, 2026. The Craftsman is less than half the price, but it is a smaller, single-bevel saw with a much shorter track record.

Today the Craftsman CMCS714M1 costs $269.00 less at its best price.

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