DEWALT Miter Saw with Stand: How to Build the Right Setup

Miter means turning the saw left or right to cut an angle across the face of a board, like the corners of a picture frame. Bevel means tilting the blade sideways to cut an angle through the thickness of the board. Double bevel saws tilt both left and right, so you do not have to flip long boards around. Sliding saws move the blade forward and back on rails, letting a 12-inch saw cut much wider boards. All three saws here are 12-inch double bevel sliding models.

The DEWALT Miter Saw DWS780 is DEWALT’s 12-inch double bevel sliding compound saw with the XPS LED shadow line. Instead of a laser, an LED light casts the shadow of the blade onto your board, showing exactly where the cut will land. DEWALT says this stays accurate over time without adjustment. It also has an integrated cutline blade positioning system.

It runs a 15-amp, 3,800 rpm motor and comes with an 80-tooth blade. Tall sliding fences hold crown molding up to 7-1/2 inches nested and base molding up to 6-3/4 inches standing up, and the saw cuts 2×14 lumber at 90° and 2×10 at 45°. It miters 60° right and 50° left, with a stainless steel detent plate offering 10 positive stops (preset angles the saw clicks into). The dust system captures over 75% of dust, and it includes a blade wrench, material clamp and dust bag. The listing gives conflicting power figures, 1100 watts in the features and 1675 in the specs, and a dimensions line that looks too small for a 12-inch saw, so rely on the amp rating.

The DEWALT DWS780 suits trim carpenters and serious DIYers doing crown molding and cabinetry. Pair it with the rolling DWX726 stand if you move between rooms or job sites.

The DEWALT Miter Saw DWS779 shares much of the DWS780’s design: a 15-amp, 3,800 rpm motor, 80-tooth blade, tall sliding fences for 7-1/2-inch nested crown and 6-3/4-inch base molding, 2×14 at 90° and 2×10 at 45°, 60° right and 50° left miters, and a 10-stop stainless detent plate. Dust collection captures over 75% of dust, with a bag included.

Its listing adds details the DWS780 listing does not spell out: bevels to 49° both left and right, an oversized bevel scale for easy reading, and a cam lock miter handle with detent override for quick angle changes. It weighs 67.7 pounds and measures 32.5 by 23 by 19.78 inches. It does not list the XPS LED shadow line, which is the main difference between the two.

The DEWALT DWS779 suits framers, deck builders and DIYers who want full 12-inch sliding capacity and are happy marking cut lines by pencil. For shadow-line accuracy on fine trim, the DWS780 is worth considering.

The DEWALT Miter Saw Stand With Wheels, model DWX726, turns a heavy miter saw into a rolling workstation. Mount your saw on its universal rails, which adjust to fit nearly any miter saw, fold the stand, and wheel it on wide rubber-grip wheels like a hand truck.

A three-position pneumatic-assisted system helps raise and lower the stand, taking some strain off your back when lifting a saw. The tubular steel frame supports up to 300 pounds, and wide adjustable work supports hold up to 8 feet of material, so long boards stay level with the saw table. It stores vertically, needs a one-time assembly, measures 32-1/2 by 60 inches and carries a 3-year limited warranty. The saw is not included.

This DEWALT miter saw stand with wheels pairs naturally with the DWS780 or DWS779, which are heavy to carry. Our dedicated DEWALT miter saw stand with wheels guide goes deeper on setup.

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DEWALT Table Saw 10 Inch with Foldable Rolling Table Saw Stand, 15 Amp, 4800 RPM, 32-1/2-Inch Rip Capacity (DWE7491RS)

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DEWALT Table Saw 10 Inch

Best for: Ripping boards and sheet goods

Pros

• Rolling stand included
• 32-1/2 inch rip capacity
• Rack and pinion fence
• Onboard storage

Cons

• Table saw, not a miter saw
• 110 pounds with stand

The DEWALT Table Saw 10 Inch, model DWE7491RS, is not a miter saw, but it answers a common search: a DEWALT saw that actually comes with a stand. It ships on a foldable rolling stand designed for quick setup and breakdown with good stability.

A table saw makes long “rip” cuts along the length of a board or sheet, the job a miter saw cannot do. This one has a 15-amp, 4,800 rpm motor, a 32-1/2-inch rip capacity for shelving and wide panels, and a rack and pinion telescoping fence that moves smoothly and stays parallel. Depth of cut is 3-1/8 inches at 90° and 2-1/4 inches at 45°, on a 21-7/8 by 26-3/8-inch table. A flip-over fence helps with narrow rips, a 2-1/2-inch dust port connects to a vacuum, and onboard storage holds the guard, fence, riving knife, miter gauge, wrenches and push stick. It weighs 110 pounds with the stand.

This DEWALT table saw with rolling stand suits cabinet installers, floor installers and DIYers building shelves. Many workshops pair a table saw for ripping with a miter saw for crosscuts. See our DEWALT 10 inch table saw guide for more.

The DEWALT Miter Saw Stand, model DWX724, is the compact alternative. It is made of aluminum and weighs 29.8 pounds, light enough to carry to a truck or up stairs. The 40-inch beam extends to support up to 10 feet of material, and the stand holds up to 500 pounds.

The legs fold for storage and lock quickly with leg lock levers, and extension lock levers secure the arms. It includes two convertible work supports that double as stops (handy for cutting many boards to the same length) and two mounting brackets. DEWALT says its universal design works with all brands of miter saws.

The DEWALT compact miter saw stand suits DIYers with small garages, or anyone using the lighter cordless saw. It has no wheels, so for the heavier corded saws, the rolling DWX726 is easier to move.

Best for: Job sites without power outlets

Pros

• Cordless 12-inch double bevel
• Cuts up to 14 inches horizontally
• Up to 97% dust capture
• Works with 20V MAX and FLEXVOLT

Cons

• Tool only, no battery
• Weight figures conflict in listing

The DEWALT 20V MAX XR 12 inch double bevel sliding miter saw, model DCS785B, runs on batteries. It is DEWALT’s largest-capacity 20V MAX miter saw, cutting up to 14 inches horizontally, 6-1/2-inch baseboard standing up or 6-1/2-inch crown nested. It works with the full range of DEWALT 20V MAX and FLEXVOLT batteries.

Regenerative braking recovers energy when the blade stops, and DEWALT quotes up to 371 cuts in 3-1/4-inch MDF base molding or 153 cuts in pressure-treated 4×4 timber per charge. Dust collection captures up to 97% of dust, and integrated wireless tool control can switch on a compatible vacuum when you pull the trigger (dust bag and vacuum adaptor included, vacuum sold separately). It has the cutline blade positioning system, a bevel gear transmission and carry handles. It is tool only, so no battery or charger is included, and the listing gives two weights, 51.7 pounds in the features and 65.9 in the specs.

This DEWALT DCS785B cordless miter saw suits contractors on new builds without power and DIYers already invested in DEWALT batteries. Pair it with the compact DWX724 stand for a light, portable setup.