Chop saws and miter saws are often confused for the same tool. But there are important differences every DIYer should know.

They use specially-designed high-torque electric motors, so forget about putting a metal cutting blade in the wood-cutting miter saw you use for carpentry; manufacturers prevent that by using a ...

Miter saws are less focused on speed and power than chop saws and are more geared toward precision. They're primarily designed for cutting wood and trim, but can also be used to cut plastics, PVC ...

Key Specs. Vise capacity: 9 3⁄4 in. Pipe-cut time: 10.62 sec; Having tool-free miter adjustment and an easy-to-read miter gauge may not seem like such a big deal. But if you do a lot of angle ...

Everything from Craftsman mechanics tool sets to power-packed DeWalt 20V batteries has plummeted in price, but one of the ...

The 4 Best Miter Saws Cut Precise, ... The Bosch GCM18V-12GDCN14's all-metal adjustment components stood out for their exceptional durability compared to competitors' plastic parts.

The Evolution Power Tools model we reviewed above is one solution, though those with frequent need should probably buy a dedicated metal-cutting chop saw. Final thoughts on the best miter saws ...

A miter saw—or chop saw—is one of the most important power tools that you can have in your shop, and a sliding one—which helps extend your reach to cut wider boards—is even better.

Since a miter saw's blade is suspended in place, you're all but guaranteed to get the same kind of cut every time. This is especially useful for small-scale DIY projects like building dioramas or ...