DeWalt DWS715
Score: 82/100
SKIL MS6305
Score: 75/100Rankings
The DEWALT DWS715 is a 12-inch single bevel compound miter saw featuring a 15-amp motor and a non-sliding design, optimized for precise crosscutting of dimensional lumber and trim work. It delivers 4,000 rpm with high out-of-box accuracy and robust build quality. However, the lack of a cut line indicator and limited bevel stops require more manual adjustment from the user.
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 | | |
|---|---|---|
12 inchesbest | 10 inches | |
15 ampsbest | 15 ampsbest | |
51 degrees | 93 degreesbest | |
100 degreesbest | 100 degreesbest | |
4,000 rpm | 4,800 rpmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 19.4 kg | 17.87 kgbest |
14 countbest | 9 count | |
— | 3 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Build & Design(1) | ||
Product Weight (kg) | 19.4 kg | 17.87 kg |
General(1) | ||
Warranty Length (years) | years | 3 years |
Power & Motor(1) | ||
Power Source | Corded Electric | Corded |
Performance(6) | ||
Blade Diameter (inches) | 12 inches | 10 inches |
Bevel Range (degrees) | 51 degrees | 93 degrees |
No-Load Speed (rpm) | 4000 rpm | 4800 rpm |
Bevel Type | Single Bevel | Double |
Miter Detents (count) | 14 count | 9 count |
Included Blade Teeth (teeth) | teeth | 40 teeth |
Features(1) | ||
Sliding Mechanism | false | true |
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Tech Gear Lab reviewers rated the DWS715 as perfect for most standard woodworking tasks, highlighting its ease of use, precision, and power. It received high marks for cutting power and speed (9.0/10) and precision/accuracy (10.0/10), but lower ratings for cut capacity (4.5/10) due to the non-sliding design.
Users generally appreciate the saw's reliability, durability, and out-of-box precision, finding it robust enough for professional use. However, there is recurring frustration regarding the limited cut capacity for larger lumber and a learning curve associated with manual bevel positioning due to the lack of positive stops.
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.
“Cuts like a dream on 2x10s”
“LED line is spot-on, no laser needed”
“Great for decks/crown molding-handles 6.25" nested perfectly”
