These miter saws will work great for hobbyist workshops and professional applications. Some of these models are more expensive and some are more budget minded. Read through the reviews to learn the positives and negatives of each model. Many are similar in features, but there are some key differences.

Bosch GCM12SD Miter Saw

Bosch GCM12SD Sliding Compound Miter Saw

This miter saw is one of the most capable saws available from Bosch. It has both dual bevel and sliding action, and employs a unique arm design for the sliding feature. It has a large cutting capacity and is a good option for those who need to work with larger lumber.

Dewalt DWS713 Miter Saw

Dewalt DWS713 Compound Miter Saw

This is a smaller, more basic miter saw from Dewalt and if you need a good, cheap miter saw this is worth a look. It uses a 10 inch blade and has single bevel action to the left. It’s a good saw for those with less demanding cutting capacity needs. It can be a good fit for job site use or in a home or shop situation.

Dewalt DWS715 Miter Saw

Dewalt DWS715 Compound Miter Saw

This miter saw is Dewalt’s option for those that want a 12 inch miter saw with just a single bevel. It’s affordably priced and has good vertical cutting capacity, making it useful for working with trim work or crown molding who don’t need the extra capacity of a more expensive sliding saw.

Dewalt DWS716 Miter Saw

Dewalt DWS716 Compound Miter Saw

This miter saw from Dewalt is a good option for people who want a 12 inch saw with dual bevel action. It is similar to the DWS716XPS but without the LED cut line. It’s reasonably priced and it offers about as much cutting capacity as you can get without moving up to a sliding saw.

Dewalt DWS716 Miter Saw

Dewalt DWS716XPS Compound Miter Saw

This miter saw from Dewalt offers dual bevel capabilities and what sets it apart from the DWS716 is that it also has an LED cut line feature added. It has excellent cutting capacity for a miter saw with no slide.

Dewalt DWS779 Miter Saw

Dewalt DWS779 Sliding Compound Miter Saw

This miter saw is one of the largest and most capable saws from Dewalt. It has both dual bevel and sliding action along with a 12 inch blade. If you  need a miter saw that can cut the largest and hardest lumber and not put up a fight, this is a good one to take a closer look at.

Festool KAPEX KS 120 REB Miter Saw

Festool Kapex KS 120 REB Sliding Compound Miter Saw

This miter saw from Festool is one of the best that we’ve looked at, but it has a high price tag to go along with it’s status. If you have the budget and want the best, this is most likely it. It is fully capable with sliding and dual bevel action along with other slick features.

Makita LS0815F Miter Saw

Makita LS0815F Sliding Compound Miter Saw

This miter saw from Makita is designed to be a compact sliding saw and it doesn’t have a lot of direct competition for it’s size and feature lineup. It employs an 8-1/2 blade along with sliding action and single bevel to the left. It’s a good option for people that need a smaller sliding miter saw.

Makita LS1019L Miter Saw

Makita LS1019L Sliding Compound Miter Saw

This is a nice miter saw from Makita that offers sliding and dual bevel capability with a smaller 10 inch blade. It’s a good option for people that need to cross cut wider boards but don’t want the bulk of a 12 inch saw or need the extra vertical capacity.

Makita LS1219L Miter Saw

Makita LS0815F Sliding Compound Miter Saw

This miter saw is the bigger sliding saw available from Makita. It uses a 12 inch blade and has both dual bevel and sliding action. It provides large horizontal and vertical cutting capacity and is a good saw for people that work with larger lumber.

Metabo HPT C10FCGS Miter Saw

Metabo HPT C10FCGS Compound Miter Saw

If you are looking for a cheaper miter saw and don’t need more than a single bevel action, this one is a good option. This miter saw from Metabo HPT is lightweight and has good cutting power but is limited in cutting capacity. It’s great for hobbyist use or smaller shops needs.

For older reviews check out our miter saw archives. Also check out our miter saw buyer’s guide and our miter saw comparison chart.