DEWALT Miter Saw, 12-inch Double Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw with XPS LED Shadow Light System, Includes Blade Wrench…
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Updated Jun 27, 2026 · 1 min read
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Across the reviewers we read, the DWS780 is the step-up sibling to the DWS779, and the difference everyone fixates on is the XPS LED shadow-line system. techgearlab named the DWS780 specifically for its cutting power, ease of use and high cut capacity, calling it suited to professionals, while r/Tools threads are blunt: "if i needed a 12 inch miter saw today it's the one i would buy, nothing else in it's price point even remotely compares." The verified-purchase base sits at 4.8 stars over roughly 2,500 ratings. The XPS light draws particular praise in r/Tools, where owners describe it as "way better than a laser guide" because it projects the blade's true shadow and needs no calibration, though the same threads debate whether it justifies the roughly $100 upcharge over the 779.
What reviewers liked
- techgearlab calls out cutting power, ease of use and high cut capacity by name
- XPS shadow-line light strongly preferred over lasers in r/Tools
- 4.8-star verified-purchase average across roughly 2,500 ratings
- Long-term owners report it stays accurate for years
Where it falls short
- Roughly $100 more than the near-identical DWS779
- Large and heavy, with the same storage concerns as the 779
- An isolated retailer complaint about quality/safety circulates, though owners dispute it
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Across the reviewers we read, the DWS780 is the step-up sibling to the DWS779, and the difference everyone fixates on is the XPS LED shadow-line system. techgearlab named the DWS780 specifically for its cutting power, ease of use and high cut capacity, calling it suited to professionals, while r/Tools threads are blunt: "if i needed a 12 inch miter saw today it's the one i would buy, nothing else in it's price point even remotely compares." The verified-purchase base sits at 4.8 stars over roughly 2,500 ratings.
The XPS light draws particular praise in r/Tools, where owners describe it as "way better than a laser guide" because it projects the blade's true shadow and needs no calibration, though the same threads debate whether it justifies the roughly $100 upcharge over the 779. As with the 779, the most consistent criticism is bulk and weight, and a single scathing retailer review about quality and safety circulates in r/woodworking discussions, which long-time owners counter by pointing to glowing reviews "all over the internet" and years of trouble-free, accurate service.
The synthesis: if the shadow light and out-of-box cut-line accuracy matter to you, reviewers consider the DWS780 the premium 12-inch slider to beat; if not, the 779 saves money.
- Dimensions - 35cm x 45cm x 25cm
- Powerful 1100 watt 15 amp, 3,800 rpm motor designed for heavy duty applications delivers extended power and durability
- Integrated cutline blade positioning system provides adjustment free cut line indication for better accuracy and visibility.
- XPS LED shadow line technology projects a shadow for precise cutting alignment
- Super-efficient dust collection system captures over 75% of dust generated
- Tall sliding fences support crown molding up to 7-1/2 in. nested and base molding up to 6-3/4 in. vertically against the fence while easily sliding out of the way for bevel cuts
- Fence design allows cuts up to 2x14 dimensional lumber at 90° and 2x10 at 45°. Miters 60° to the right and 50° to the left providing increased capacity
- Adjustable stainless-steel miter detent plate with 10 positive stops improves productivity and ensures cutting accuracy
It has glowing reviews all over the internet and one scathing review on the Home Depot website siting poor quality, safety issues and even going so far as to ...
For most people the 779 is definitely more than good - it's a great saw even after the down mod. If you're for some reason throwing it in the ...
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