SKIL MS6305
Score: 75/100
Dovaman 10-Inch Miter Saw
Score: 75/100Rankings
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.
The Dovaman DMS01C is a 10-inch dual bevel sliding miter saw featuring a 15-amp motor with dual speeds, designed for cutting wood, PVC, and soft metals. It includes three TCT blades and an LED shadow line for precision, positioning it as a budget-friendly option for DIYers and light professional use. It is best suited for users needing affordable multi-material cuts like trim, framing, or PVC/metal fabrication.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
10 inchesbest | 10 inchesbest | |
15 ampsbest | 15 ampsbest | |
93 degreesbest | 45 degrees | |
100 degreesbest | 45 degrees | |
4,800 rpm | 5,000 rpmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 17.87 kg | 17 kgbest |
9 countbest | 5 count | |
3 yearsbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Build & Design(1) | ||
Product Weight (kg) | 17.87 kg | 17.0 kg |
Power & Motor(1) | ||
Power Source | Corded | Corded Electric |
Performance(5) | ||
Bevel Range (degrees) | 93 degrees | 45 degrees |
Miter Range (degrees) | 100 degrees | 45 degrees |
No-Load Speed (rpm) | 4800 rpm | 5000 rpm |
Bevel Type | Double | Dual Bevel |
Miter Detents (count) | 9 count | 5 count |
Features(2) | ||
Dust Collection | Standard | |
Laser Guide | false | true |
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.
Professional reviewer Zack Psioda praises the Dovaman DMS01C for its workshop-ready accuracy at 45 and 90 degree angles and its quick cutting speed, noting it performs a pretty good job for the price point. While he confirms reliable performance on wood, pine boards, and straight angles, he notes minor challenges when cutting thick pine at 45 degrees.
Everyday users and commenters highlight the product's value, the inclusion of multiple blades, and the accuracy of the LED shadow line. Recurring complaints focus on the difficulty of making heavier bevel cuts and inconsistencies in the reported RPM specifications.
“Cuts like a dream on 2x10s”
“LED line is spot-on, no laser needed”
“Great for decks/crown molding-handles 6.25" nested perfectly”
