DEWALT Miter Saw, 12 Inch Double Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw, Includes Blade Wrench and Clamp, Increased Crosscut Capacity…

Across the reviewers we read, the DWS779 is the default value recommendation in the corded 12-inch sliding class. Within DeWalt's 12-inch line, techgearlab highlighted cutting power, ease of use and high cut capacity as standout traits, and protoolreviews' broader DeWalt coverage echoes the brand's pro-grade reputation. On the community side, r/woodworking calls the DWS779 "a strong value at a great pricepoint," and r/Carpentry owners describe smooth, adjustable cutting action, with the verified-purchase base sitting at 4.8 stars across more than 9,000 ratings.

The recurring knock, surfaced honestly across both r/Dewalt and r/Carpentry, is size: multiple owners warn it is "huge" and to confirm you have a permanent bench or storage spot before buying. The other point reviewers raise is that the DWS779 lacks the XPS shadow-line light found on the pricier DWS780, so accurate cut-line alignment leans more on the included scale and a good blade. Most who weighed in considered that an acceptable trade for the lower price.

The consensus verdict is that for the money, little else in the 12-inch corded category matches it, which is why it lands as the most well-rounded pick rather than the most feature-rich.