The Best Miter Saw! DEWALT FlexVolt 60V DCS781 12' Double Bevel Sliding Miter Saw Review

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DEWALT did more than an update to the FlexVolt 12" miter saw, they totally redesigned this miter saw to have more power, more features, more power and the best dust collection we have ever had on any miter saw we have ever tested. In our opinion, this is the smoothest, most accurate, and easiest-to-use miter saw on the market. This saw is worth every penny and DEWALY is pretty proud of this saw!

DEWALT claims 255 cuts in pressure-treated 4 x 4 Lumber; in our testing, it will do that and more! We had to mix it up and switched to 2 x 10 lumber and even some trim and we were well over 300 cuts in before the light blinked letting us know we were near the end of our 9Ah FlexVolt batteries charge.

Feature-wise, the new DEWALT DCS781 has the most intuitive and well-thought-out buttons and knobs on the market. Each item works as it should and creates a simple and easy-to-use saw for the professional. Interestingly, The new DEWALT FlexVolt Miter saw has Regenerative Braking Technology. This means that the motor that supplies the braking for the blade returns that lost energy back into the battery. We do not know how many cuts are gained by this technology, but this saw has an amazing runtime.

DEWALT claims Up to 94% of dust captured when cutting 2x10 SPF using DWV015 Dust Extractor. We used the DEWALT StealthSonic wet-dry vacuum and the Standard AirLock port compatible with standard 1-7/8 in. & 2-1/2 in. wet/dry vacuums and believe we had very similar results. We have never made over 300 cuts with any other saw in our shop and had little to no sawdust on use and very little on the saw. There was not enough on the floor to even sweep up and our vacuum was nearly 1/2 full. The dust collection is simply unbelievable.

Specifications
Blade Speed - 3800 rpm
Bevel Capacity - 49/49
Max. Depth of Cut Baseboard - 6.5"
Horizontal Cutting Capacity - 12.1875"
Product Weight - 50.9 lbs

DCS781X1 Includes
(1) DCS781 60V MAX* Brushless Cordless 12 in. Double Bevel Sliding Miter Saw
(1) DCB609 20V/60V MAX* FLEXVOLT® Battery
(1) DCB1106 6amp Charger
(1) Blade
(1) Blade Wrench
(1) Material Clamp
(1) Stabilizer Bar
(1) Vacuum Adapter
(1) Dust Bag
(2) Base Extensions

[hewlett]

I picked this saw up as soon as it was available. Took my time making sure to tune it up to be perfect. It was really close out of the box. This thing is awesome. The only drawback I have with mine is I don't get to use it as much as I want to and after bringing it home, my wife doesn't let me go to Home Depot alone

[superspeeder]

Makita user here who nearly bought the original DeWalt 120v version. If there’s a tool DeWalt can tempt me with, it’s their 12” miter saws. The 120v was (still is?) extremely expensive and I ended up finding a fantastic deal on the 36v 10” Makita miter saw, so I got it.

I’m still VERY tempted with this yellow machine though, this new model a clear upgrade over the last. Shame about the price though… I might have to get by with my (still excellent but only 10”) Makita unit.

[carguy]

The way you carry a dialog with the camera is very fluid. We’ll done.
As for the saw - I just bought the 12” makita 40v - blade wobble out of the box - they wanted me to bring to a service center for a week rather than send mw a blade. The thing is SO heavy - and their rolling stand is no equivalent to the dewalt one.
Returning this weekend and going with this dewalt. Only $200 more than current price on the dws780 - and it’s got better dust collection by the looks of it.

[TTHCLove]

I have this and the flexvolt tablesaw. Love not having to mess with cords or find a box on the job site. Just make sure u have at least 2 9 amps for the table saw. The miter will go all day on a 6 amp though.

[jncn]

Great channel, great review as always. I have it and it’s the best saw on the market. No need for the optional ac power.

[ibitaRaptor]

Wow, I am so tempted just for the dust collection alone.

[whiskeycreek]

I am very interested in this saw. Love the idea of cutting another cord.

[maxhepburn]

I have this saw. It is a beast for a cordless saw

[PhillyFixed]

I kind of wish it had a front rail slide design, but that's a minor nit for a cordless that likely won't sit in a shop or garage in a stationary position. Looks like a winner!

[kyungwonkim]

I got this today, haven't used it yet but am very excited.

[BigHomie]

I’m glad I almost bought the dcs780 on Black Friday glad I waited

[donelias]

Nice review! I like the single battery aspect of this but also like the ability to plug the old one in. I have a DCS780 and the cordless 7 1/4, thinking of replacing the 7 1/4 with this for the added cordless power. How does this compare to the 780? How does this slide the display at HD seems “grittier” than the 780.

[josephmerz]

this saw is a big upgrade from first cordless model . Due the being less weight i may upgrade to it . the dust collection from what i see is better then my kapex . this saw has some real good features .this was a well done review

[richardefriend]

Is this anything more than the DWS780 with a 60V battery and a better plastic dust collector?

[TOOL_TECHNICAL]

I been thinking between this and the Flex Miter saw...tough call when the M18 FUEL 12 inch saw is nice too...

[plgard]

Any word on the 60V A/C Power Adapter? After rolling out a single battery / 60v table saw rather than a two battery / 120v to go with the miter saw DeWALT promised a 60v adapter would be available soon! …Still waiting. I usually setup both the slider and chopper on the 723. Outside, on battery I can let the dust fly. Inside I use the A/C adapter to start a CT Mini. DeWALT hasn’t really addressed activating dust collect while on battery.

Quality review, as per usual.

[M.A.T.T.A.L.I.A.N.O]

How do you override miter detents on this one. All of my old dewalt saws have a miter detent override

[erickmontgomery]

This channel is great that was an awesome review.

[shinsanhughes]

The ability to plug into Mains Power is a big plus, especially if you spend a lot of time in your workshop. I'd like to see DeWalt come out with an extension cord that could be used in place of a battery on any of their 18/54Volt cordless tools.

[jameskelly]

Just bought this to replace the flexvolt DHS716. I think Dewalt has something going with the regenerative braking charging the battery. Good time for them to update the cordless table saw with the same technology.