Same Saw??? $400 vs $600 - What's The Difference? Dewalt 779 vs 780 12' Sliding Miter Saw Review

In the video we take an actual look at the differences between the Dewalt 779 & 780. I show the two saws side by side so that you can see the actual differences between these two saws.

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[g.e.k]

Literally one of the best straightforward comparison videos I’ve seen. Thank you.

[alanborack]

I bought the 779 a day ago as well as a dewalt 80 tooth blade to replace the 32 tooth that came with the unit. I also bought the xps lite kit from mmTools and installed it in less than 30 minutes....it works great. And, I saved more than $275 over the cost of the 780.

[Stefan_Kawalec]

Nice that you're back with video.
You present the same feature twice at 2:16 and 3:01

[texascraftsman]

Always nice when someone is talking about their tools that they’ve used for countless hours, It definitely carries a lot more weight than just a tool review, I’ve been using makita’s sliding mitersaws for about 18 years I guess’ I really like the direct drive motor vs belt driven, but the way you tune and have such accurate cuts makes that saw look really good… I’m glad you made a another video me and my friend was just talking about you hoping you where doing ok, thanks for sharing man keep up the good work.

[SawdustmakerLori]

Thanks for taking the time to do this review. It was very helpful!

[theelmagoo]

Just one comment as a recent 779 purchaser within the last year. I purchased the light upgrade for it for about $70 and it was very easy to install (it took about 15 - 20 minutes, with no splicing as the kit was a drop-in with the proper connectors ready to go). Hence I wouldn't say it's a difficult upgrade at all, BUT if someone isn't comfortable with wiring / electronics, then yes I'd say it might be more of a challenge.

But I loved everything else about the video as at the time when I bought my 779, I couldn't find much about the true differences between the saws. And yes, once you have the lighting system, you never want to go back :D

[outofcontrol]

Wood butcher homeowner here. Wife bought me a $99.00 Porter Cable miter saw. It sat for months and when I tried to use it the arbor had a wobble. Returned it in warranty for service. Guy from Black and Decker service called and told me that they couldn't service the unit. (You could tell he was disgusted with the Porter Cable saw). He offered to refund me I can send you a new Dewalt. My $99.00 Porter Cable turned into a Dewalt sliding compound miter saw with shadow light.

[JT_]

My 779, which I bought several years ago, has all the features of the 780 that you pointed out as missing except for the shadow light. It was not difficult to add the light and I’m totally pleased with the result. Even the knob on the back of mine is aluminum like the 780 and not plastic. Apparently DeWalt has been removing features of the 779 to differentiate it more from from the 780. When I bought mine, DeWalt was saying that the only differences between the saws were the light and the logo decal. Glad now that I bought mine when I did.

[PabloEskimofo]

Bought the 780 almost 4 years to the day along with the rolling miter sawstand. No regrets, what a great saw

[StormbringerMM]

Was there a section of video here around the 3 minute or so mark that was repeated? About the side stops? Good to see you again boss

[bobbyj]

Not trying to troll here but as an experiment I bought Harbor Freight's 780 equivalent and I've been pretty pleased with it. It has all the features of the 780 including the light and it costs less than the 779. Right out of the box it was spot on. At a job I recently cut a 24" octagon using stops and the miters closed up with no gaps. I was impressed. We'll see about longevity but so far I have no complaints. And at $380 you can't complain about the price.

[bradsburgess]

Spencer is a real good communicator, his tone is so measured, I wasn't sure what the subject matter was, and he had my undivided attention, I'm a diyer and have learned so much from and Rich., you guys have me doing pro quality work, Bigup to you man.great content as usual.✊✊

[ernie]

Very clear and helpful explanations, thank you. I am another Mr. DIY but this made clear a few items I was trying to figure out. Currently the 779 is on sale as a combo kit with the dewalt stand. This helps any buyer out to see where the values differences are.

[adangonzalez]

for carpentry work You are the best I miss you

[goatm]

Great video. Glad to see an update. When I got my 779 all the comparison videos were identical besides the light. As the saw used to be. And as the 779 on demo at Lowes was. But when I unlocked mine. I was very upset to see the plastic bevel wheel, the lack of stops, and the lock for vertical baseboards. I did add the light later and I'm glad I did. But knowing what I know now since they cheapened up the 779 I would have spent the extra on the 780, I agree with all you have said

[dougcjohn]

Great Info & Video! Enjoy all your videos! The 779 at HomeDepot has the rear aluminum handle, the slide lock and the angle sliding stops like the 780. Only difference appears to be the XPS light & Switch. That's available in simple to install kit using 780 parts.

[ukrever]

Yes, this video is helpful! 100%. I am planning to buy myself first miter saw, but the million different models driving me crazy, especially when you don't know anything about it.

[michaelblake]

I added the XPS light to my 779 and it took 30 minutes to install from start to finish. The kit came with everything needed for installation and only cost $80 or so.

[idtek]

Needed this video about 4 years ago when I was shopping for saws. lol

[stinky_taco]

Love my 780. I need to replace some bearings though. They have started making lots of noise. I have had it for about 10 years, still works fantastic!