Bosch CM10GD
Score: 88/100
SKIL MS6305
Score: 75/100Rankings
The Bosch CM10GD is a high-performance 10-inch dual-bevel sliding miter saw featuring a unique Axial-Glide system for compact storage and precise cutting. While it offers robust power and durability, its heavy weight and lack of lighting features are notable trade-offs. It is best suited for professional woodworkers in small shops who prioritize precision over portability.
The Skil MS6305-00 is a budget-friendly 10-inch dual-bevel sliding compound miter saw designed for DIYers and light professionals. It features a powerful 15-amp motor and an LED shadow line for precision, balancing pro-level cutting capacity with a portable weight. However, the poor dust collection and awkward control placement are notable drawbacks.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
10 inchesbest | 10 inchesbest | |
15 ampsbest | 15 ampsbest | |
47 degrees | 93 degreesbest | |
60 degrees | 100 degreesbest | |
4,800 rpmbest | 4,800 rpmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 29.03 kg | 17.87 kgbest |
11 countbest | 9 count | |
1 years | 3 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
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Build & Design(1) | ||
Product Weight (kg) | 29.03 kg | 17.87 kg |
General(1) | ||
Warranty Length (years) | 1 years | 3 years |
Power & Motor(1) | ||
Motor Type | Standard | Brushed |
Performance(5) | ||
Bevel Range (degrees) | 47 degrees | 93 degrees |
Miter Range (degrees) | 60 degrees | 100 degrees |
Bevel Type | Dual-Bevel | Double |
Miter Detents (count) | 11 count | 9 count |
Included Blade Teeth (teeth) | 60 teeth | 40 teeth |
Features(1) | ||
Dust Collection | Bag | Standard |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the revolutionary Axial-Glide design for its smaller footprint and rigid movement, considering it a beast for professionals due to expanded capacities.
Users describe it as a 'game-changer' for garage shops due to its wall-fitting ability and smooth glide, though some complain about the weight and dust bag effectiveness.
Professional reviewers praise the Skil MS6305-00 for its remarkable cutting capabilities and value, noting it can handle 2x12 lumber and 4x4s at 90 degrees with ease. Experts highlight the dual-beveling to 51 degrees and the LED shadow line as key features that provide high precision.
Everyday users rate the saw highly for its power and accuracy, particularly praising the LED shadow line and ability to handle framing and trim work. Common complaints focus on the poor dust collection, which users find ineffective, and the slide mechanism which requires maintenance to prevent binding.
“Game-changer for my garage shop-fits against wall, cuts 4x4s like butter”
“Smooth glide, accurate detents, handles trim/crown perfectly”
“Cuts like a dream on 2x10s”
