Milwaukee M18 FUEL 10" Dual Bevel Miter Saw vs Skil 10-Inch Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw

Buy the Milwaukee if you need to cut on site away from outlets and want the lightest saw in this class. Buy the Skil if the saw stays in a shop and you want a corded 15-amp motor with a wider miter range and a lower entry point. The Milwaukee matches a 15-amp corded 12-inch saw in cutting power and adds a shadow line, dual bevel and a brushless motor, but it ships tool-only, so you must already own M18 batteries and a charger. The Skil runs on any 120V outlet, cuts 2x12 at 90 degrees and 4-1/2 inch base molding vertically, and its center trigger works for either hand. Owners rate both well; the Milwaukee scores slightly higher, while the Skil's corded motor never needs a battery.

• Choose the Milwaukee if you work on site, already own M18 batteries, and want a 28 lb saw that cuts all day on a charge.
• Choose the Skil if you cut indoors near an outlet and want a corded 15-amp saw with a wide miter range.