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BOSCH CM10GD vs Milwaukee 6955-20

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Title Bosch CM10GD Compact Miter Saw - 15 Amp Corded 10 Inch Dual-Bevel Sliding Glide Miter Saw with 60-Tooth Carbide Saw BladeMilwaukee 6955-20 12" Sliding Dual Bevel Miter Saw
Model BOSCH
CM10GD
Milwaukee
6955-20

Basic Info

Suggested Price $519.00$789.99
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Release Dec 2013Sep 2012

Overview

Top Features
  • ACCURACY: The Bosch-exclusive Axial-Glide System allows wider cross cuts and better alignment
  • CONVENIENCE: Featuring large, upfront metal bevel controls and Square lock precision fences for precise, quick and easy adjustments. Complete with dust collection chute and vacuum adapter for easy clean-up.
  • CONTROL: This miter saw provides accuracy and cutting control at all angles. Crown/chop lock locks head in place for maximum chop cutting capacity for upright base moulding and nested crown.Depth Front-to-Back, Not Including Arm:30 inch
  • COMPACT: Featuring a compact design that replaces the sliding rail system, taking up to 10 In. less workspace than a slide miter saw. This Bosch miter saw is perfect for tight quarters where other saws just won’t do.
  • COMFORT: Large, form-fitting ergonomic ambidextrous trigger handle with soft grip provides maximum comfort for all-day use while the clear lower guard allows for unobstructed visibility throughout the cutting job.
  • Miter angle fine adjust with detent override makes it simple to dial-in precise miter angles
  • Miter angle digital readout provides repeatable accuracy to 0.1 degree
  • Dual integral job-site lights fully illuminate the work piece and cut line from either side of the blade
  • 15-amp, 3.3 max hp direct-drive motor provides increased power for high-performance cutting in hard lumber
  • Integral dust channel captures 75 percent of all dust and debris

Reviews

Walmart Rating4.6 (out of 56 reviews)4.6875 (out of 16 reviews)
Latest Reviews

Very rugged tool
Rating: 5
My wife let me get this saw which in itself is fantastic. I actually had two other miter saws before this one, and returned them to the store. The first saw was to limited, and I would not be able to cut certain pieces of wood. The second saw was very poor for checking correct angle or bevel, back it went. Yes, I had to pay more for the Bosch, but everything was easier to deal with for checking the accuracy of the saw. Plus, a much greater diversity of wood widths can be accomplished with the saw. One issue is the weight.
by Mr Ed buy on 2017-01-25T16:00:00

Great saw
Rating: 5
When I saw this Bosch miter saw I know I had to have it. Purchased it to replace my 3915 model, and I am very impressed with its accuracy. It is rigid, very smooth to operate, and the axial glide system allows me to place this new saw much closer to the wall than my old one. The dust collection system could be better... Thanks to Bosch for this great product
by camoutil on 2017-12-02T16:00:00

My first miter saw
Rating: 5
I bought this a couple months ago and right out of the box, the saw was dead on accurate, no adjustments needed. To date, I have used it to make a miter saw station for it, as well as to make several general crosscuts. I like that all the controls are up front and readily accessible. As to operating the saw, it is smooth as silk and a real pleasure to use. Will I use it every day, no. Will I use it on every project, I almost certainly will. Well worth the money!
by epsanto on 2020-04-10T17:00:00

The dual bevel capability.
Rating: 5
This is my first glide bevel saw. It took quite a while to learn all the modes of operation. While the manual was well written. I feel the instructional videos about each feature would be very helpful.
by robert59 on 2020-02-17T16:00:00

Fantastic saw
Rating: 5
I have had this saw a week now and it is worth every penny. Smooth, accurate and really easy to operate.I particularly like the presets for crown moulding. The only minor glitch is the bevel control knob seems to have been damaged in transit and it came off when i went to use it. Also the Allen wrench for adjustment was missing. I have contacted customer support and await their response.
by Caveman on 2019-10-18T17:00:00

Solid and accurate
Rating: 5
I've had this saw for about six months now and have used it for a variety of projects and materials. It has been perfect for my small shop, giving me a ton of capacity and accuracy without taking up all the space I have available. The dust collection isn't the best, and it took a while to get the accuracy dialed in, but, other than that, it is a solid saw that I absolutely love.
by Hobbyguy on 2016-12-27T16:00:00

Awesome Saw!
Rating: 5
I purchased this unit a week ago and overall I am very satisfied with it! Its quiet and very smooth to work with! The only problem I am having is the safety switch on the handle is hard to maneuver . Its a pricey saw but built to last! I also have the Table saw and also just purchased the Barrel Grip Jig saw.
by Shepman59 on 2013-12-24T16:00:00

Good, Not Great
Rating: 4
I had a problem with blade run-out that was caused by a defective flange washer that rests behind the blade on the arbor. I didn’t bother with Bosch warranty support because the part was inexpensive. I also had a problem with the upper sliding fence components tilting out of square when tightening the thumb screw that locks them in place. I called Bosch warranty support and the person I talked to was very helpful. They sent all four upper and lower fence components, but the upper left fence that they sent was odd. It didn’t have the cable cleat that I have on my saw. I used three of the four new fence components and everything improved. The fence is now out only a few thousandths. I can work with that. I love the D-handle and safety switch, the glide action is smooth and 90 degree cuts are perfect as are all other miter cuts. I think this saw is as good as anything else on the market but it took a while to get it there.
by S Steve on 2020-03-08T17:00:00

Real smooth to operate
Rating: 4
Real good product, sliding is amazing, The extension ascessory is différent and not as good as the 12 inches saw
by doyonbin on 2017-09-17T17:00:00

Dust boot and collection
Rating: 4
The dust boot breaks easily plus the dust collection is virtually non existent. I have it hooked up to my centrifuge dust collector and it still throws waste/dust all over.
by 38Gary on 2020-03-25T17:00:00

Read the specs, compare, buy this saw!
Rating: 5
OK .. First off, I must bow my head in shame. Even though I have a ridiculous amount of Milwaukee tools and nothing yellow, after reading all kinds of reviews from "experts" I fell for it and bought a DWS780. They were saying things like "Yellow tools have been in the saw business forever, they know what they're doing". Well, after 2 days of having that saw, I happened to be at a friend's place who just bought the Milwaukee. I used his saw and couldn't get over how much smoother it was in every way. The rails glided so much better, were on the bottom instead of the top, the tray rotated better, it had a passive start, constant RPM technology, an electric brake, a gear driven motor so no belts to stretch and break, the fine tuning actually came in really handy and did an awesome job, the digital readout was a welcome added bonus and the whole saw in general just feels better to work with!!! OH!! And the dust collection is night and day! Its SO much better on the Milwaukee!! For a tool I plan on having for years, the answer was clear and I returned that yellow piece of junk asap and got what I KNEW I should have bought in the first place! The only explanation I can think of that the yellow tool had more votes in the comparisons is those people are too sold on their yellow collection and have never bothered to even look at the specs of other saws! I also got to try out a blue just the other day and while the axial-glide system is maybe even slightly smoother then the Milwaukee, the Milwaukee is still by far better because of all the other reasons listed above and also that blue saw didn't seem to want to give an accurate cut, not sure if it was the blade or the saw causing the flex, but it just assured me that I had made the right choice in exchanging for the Milwaukee. After just over a month now with my Milwaukee, 1,200 feet of hardwood floor, moldings and currently working on building kitchen cabinets, this saw has worked wonderfully for me and I love it! RED TOOLS ARE BETTER!
by Pete on 2018-10-31T17:00:00

Best SCMS on the market
Rating: 5
This saw is the workhorse of the 12 in SCMS's. We switch off between this saw and the DWS780, and I prefer this one. The direct drive provides a smoother start and more consistent cut, and the power is noticeably better in large framing lumber and hardwoods. The digital miter gauge is very handy, as well are the lights, but the bevel adjust is the best in class. The detant override and fine adjust also work very well in correlation with the digital readout.
by DirtRoadDesigns on 2014-04-26T17:00:00

Better than its competitors.
Rating: 5
This saw surpassed all expectations. I've used it for a little over 1 year on job-sites and it has performed flawlessly. It's accurate. It gets thrown in the back of the truck everyday and still performs as if it were new. I've used it to frame porches, garages, and install thousands of feet of exterior trim. I've owned the DeWalt, Ridgid, and Makita versions of this saw. The Milwaukee is by far the superior saw. Don't waste your money buying anything else.
by funkymunkyluvn on 2012-07-23T17:00:00

What sawdust?
Rating: 5
Outstanding dust collection! I use it in my shop at home and it's the best I've ever seen, I use a dewalt 12" slider at work and the dust collection is terrible. Milwaukees bevel handle and slide action are far batter than dewalts. The work lights they incorporated really come in handy when I take it onsite and often times operating it in a area not very well lit. Very happy with it! Highly recommend it.
by Peterbuiltcustoms on 2012-08-07T17:00:00

best miter saw
Rating: 5
i saw comments on the right fence non sliding. here a little trick to let it slide just take a buffer and grind the mini stopper near the fence lock knob and the little round demi circle down center of the fence and et voila its slide
by djby on 2016-01-03T16:00:00

2 years of ownership
Rating: 5
I love this saw and it is my go to saw for the majority of my work. The only flaw is the lights, which are way too weak for field work. I installed a custom made axle and 10" wheels and it can now be rolled around in field,yard and construction sight without flipping over. Some small scews have rusted or corroded due to wet sawdust, and the mitre saw roller supports need a redesign as they are off center and not alligned. I would, however, recommended this saw to anyone without reservation, as a trusted heavy duty tool.
by Boots on 2012-10-28T17:00:00

Best Miter Saw On the Market Today
Rating: 5
I own a building material store and I build custom furniture as a hobby business. We have sold several miter saws over the years, and this is the only saw that customers come back in to tell us how much they love it! I have owned several dewalt models and they simply don't compare to the Milwaukee. Positives It came out of the box 100% accurate. Adjusting the bevel with the large paddle handle is easier on this saw than any other. It slides smoother than any other saw on the market. The soft start motor makes it easier to handle and reduces fatigue. It also lets you concentrate on holding the workpiece instead of ensuring the saw doesn't jump up out of your hand. The dust collector seems to pick up a larger percentage of the dust than other saws. Bad things: 1 - The right side fence does not slide. Not the end of the world, but seriously...what were you thinking? 2 - The blade guard is clear, but you really can't see through it to make accurate cuts. It's good enough when cutting framing, but skews your vision too much to cut trim. I have to pull the guard up, set my piece, drop the guard, then cut. It takes some getting used to but the positives far outweight the negatives. 3 - If you turn the miter table too quickly, the digital read out gives you a number that is way out of whack. Returning it to 0 degrees or a preset stop seems to reset it.
by BK on 2014-09-09T17:00:00

its the best saw made
Rating: 5
grind the right fence and it will slide
by scotty on 2014-01-11T16:00:00

Lights...
Rating: 4
The two lights are not enough for good view sawing. And the protector blade are not clear to see the pencil line on Wood . I like to change for à Led lights....
by Coss on 2014-08-22T17:00:00

nice first try
Rating: 3
Nice first try for a miter saw from Milwaukee. It has a few flaws, though: mounted on a stand, the cord does't reach the floor- unacceptable if you want to use a cordreel compound cuts are only possible 45/45 left and even less right the right fence doesn't slide over- it has to be removed as soon as you need the right bevel can't cut 3 pieces 2x stacked- my other saw can The trully good: this saw is HD. I bet, it can fall off your pick up without any damage. It was dead on both square and bevel out the box. Great framing saw- for finishing there are better ones
by Qualityworkcalgary on 2013-02-22T16:00:00

All Features

Miter Saw TypeSliding
Dust Collection MethodBag
Blade Diameter (in.)10
No Tool Blade ChangeNo
Bench & Stationary Tool TypeSlide Miter Saw
45 Degree Crosscut Capacity Maximum3.25 x 12.5
Certifications and Listings1-UL Listed
90 Degree Crosscut Capacity Maximum - Right4 x 12
Table Width (in.)27
Maximum Degree Miter Cuts - Left52
Arbor Size0.625
Product Width (in.)26.5
Bevel TypeDual
Power Tool FeaturesElectric Brake,Positive Stops
Bench or StationaryBench
Product Height (in.)20.5
90 Degree Crosscut Capacity Maximum - Left4 x 12
Cordless/ CordedCorded
Product Depth (in.)32
Table Length (in.)13.75
Amperage (amps)15
Maximum miter capacity60
ConditionNew
Maximum Cutting Thickness (in.)6
Returnable90-Day
Product Weight (lb.)64lb
Color FamilyBlue
Manufacturer WarrantyLimited 1 Year
Maximum Speed (rpm)4800
Maximum Degree Miter Cuts - Right60
Tools Product TypePower Tool
Cord Length (ft.)6
releaseDec 2013Sep 2012
Included ComponentsConstruction - Power Saws, Miter Saws, Power Miter Saw
Warranty Description5 Years
Item model number6955-20
MaterialN/A
Batteries Required?No
Measurement SystemMetric
Batteries Included?No
Item Weight78 pounds
Power Sourcecorded-electric
Item Package Quantity1

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