Evolution R255SMS-DB+ 255mm Double Bevel Sliding Multi-Material Mitre Saw vs DeWalt DCS714B 18V XR / 20V MAX 254mm Double Bevel Cordless Mitre Saw (Skin)

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Evolution R255SMS-DB+ 255mm double bevel sliding mitre saw in red and black

Evolution

Evolution R255SMS-DB+ 255mm Double Bevel Sliding Multi-Material Mitre Saw

255mm SlideDual Bevel2000W Corded

#1 Evolution R255SMS-DB+ 255mm Double Bevel Sliding Multi-Material Mitre Saw

DeWalt DCS714B 254mm double bevel cordless mitre saw skin in yellow and black

DeWalt

DeWalt DCS714B 18V XR / 20V MAX 254mm Double Bevel Cordless Mitre Saw (Skin)

254mm BladeDouble BevelCordless 18V XR

#2 DeWalt DCS714B 18V XR / 20V MAX 254mm Double Bevel Cordless Mitre Saw (Skin)

Price & Rating

Evolution R255SMS-DB+ 255mm Double Bevel Sliding Multi-Material Mitre Saw

A$634.15

★ 4.6 / 5 · 444 reviews

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DeWalt DCS714B 18V XR / 20V MAX 254mm Double Bevel Cordless Mitre Saw (Skin)

A$746.05

★ 4.7 / 5 · 64 reviews

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Evolution R255SMS-DB+ 255mm Double Bevel Sliding Multi-Material Mitre Saw is A$111.90 cheaper.

Scores

Capacity

Evolution
9.5
DeWalt
7.5

Accuracy

Evolution
7.5
DeWalt
8.5

Power

Evolution
8.5
DeWalt
8.5

Build

Evolution
6.5
DeWalt
7

Pros & Cons

Evolution R255SMS-DB+ 255mm Double Bevel Sliding Multi-Material Mitre Saw

Pros

  • + Cheapest dual-bevel slide saw currently in stock on Amazon AU
  • + RAGE multi-material TCT blade cuts steel, aluminium, wood, and plastic
  • + 2000W direct-drive motor delivers framing-grade power
  • + Plus Pack ships with clamps, dust bag, and spare blades

Cons

  • − Build quality trails Makita/DeWalt/Bosch premium tier
  • − Aluminium turntable less rigid than cast iron
  • − Plastic mitre detent plate wears faster under heavy use

DeWalt DCS714B 18V XR / 20V MAX 254mm Double Bevel Cordless Mitre Saw (Skin)

Pros

  • + 254mm double-bevel head - bevels both ways without flipping stock
  • + Up to 434 cuts of 3-1/4in base moulding per charge
  • + Compatible with all DeWalt 18V XR / 20V MAX batteries
  • + Cheaper than the 184mm sliding DeWalt it sits beside

Cons

  • − US-spec import - warranty terms vary by Amazon AU seller
  • − Fixed head, not sliding - limits crosscut width on wide boards
  • − Skin only - no battery or charger included

Evolution R255SMS-DB+ 255mm Double Bevel Sliding Multi-Material Mitre Saw

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DeWalt DCS714B 18V XR / 20V MAX 254mm Double Bevel Cordless Mitre Saw (Skin)

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Our Verdict

Choose Evolution R255SMS-DB+ 255mm Double Bevel Sliding Multi-Material Mitre Saw if …

  • ✓You value capacity (scores 9.5/10)
  • ✓You value power (scores 8.5/10)
  • ✓You want a lower price (A$634.15)

Choose DeWalt DCS714B 18V XR / 20V MAX 254mm Double Bevel Cordless Mitre Saw (Skin) if …

  • ✓You value accuracy (scores 8.5/10)
  • ✓You value power (scores 8.5/10)
  • ✓You value build (scores 7/10)

Overall average score: Evolution 8.0/10 vs DeWalt 7.9/10. Evolution R255SMS-DB+ 255mm Double Bevel Sliding Multi-Material Mitre Saw edges ahead overall.

Evolution R255SMS-DB+ 255mm Double Bevel Sliding Multi-Material Mitre Saw

A$634.15

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DeWalt DCS714B 18V XR / 20V MAX 254mm Double Bevel Cordless Mitre Saw (Skin)

A$746.05

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