DEWALT DWS715 Saw
- Saw
- 12 inches
- 1800 watts
- Corded electric
- Better rated than 85%
- More reviewed than 95%
A 12 inch corded compound miter saw with an 1800 watt motor, built for stationary bench work rather than frequent job to job transport.
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How it ranks among the 265 saws we track
4.8★ across 6,910 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
6,910 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
300+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
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Overview
An 1800 watt motor turning a 12 inch blade at 4500 RPM defines the DEWALT DWS715, a corded compound miter saw weighing 42.8 pounds built for a fixed cutting station.
This is DEWALT's well known 12 inch single bevel compound miter saw, built for crosscutting and angled cuts in framing and trim work. The 1800 watt motor at 4500 RPM is sized to keep a 12 inch blade running under load, while the 42.8 pound weight anchors it for stationary bench use rather than frequent carrying between sites. It runs on standard 120 volt corded power, so it needs an outlet or generator on site.
- 12 inch blade capacity
- 1800 watt motor
- 4500 RPM no load speed
- 42.8 pound item weight
Who it's for
Fits framers and trim carpenters running a fixed miter station who need 12 inch crosscut capacity. Less practical for anyone needing a saw light enough to move between jobsites daily or requiring cordless operation.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- 1800 watt motor for consistent cutting power
- 12 inch blade capacity handles wide stock
- 4500 RPM keeps speed under load
- 42.8 pounds makes it heavy to transport
- Corded only, requires an outlet or generator
Performance notes
The 1800 watt motor drives the 12 inch blade at 4500 RPM, giving it enough power to hold speed through hardwood and dimensional lumber. At 42.8 pounds it sits stable on a bench without tipping during cuts, but that same weight makes it a two handed lift when moving it between locations.
Specifications
| Brand | DeWalt |
|---|---|
| Model | DWS715 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 42.8 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 12 inches |
| Speed | 4500 rpm |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Motor Power | 1800 watts |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in saws.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEWALT DWS715 SawThis product | 4.8 / 5 | 6,910 | 4.5 / 5 |
| SKIL 5280-01 SawSkil | 4.7 / 5 | 14,300 | 4.6 / 5 |
| DEWALT DCS391B SawDeWALT | 4.6 / 5 | 11,000 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Milwaukee 2719-20 SawMILWAUKEE | 4.8 / 5 | 6,485 | 4.5 / 5 |
| BLACK+DECKER BDEJS600C SawBLACK+DECKER | 4.7 / 5 | 11,123 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the DeWalt DWS715
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What blade size does the DEWALT DWS715 use?
12 inches.
How powerful is the DWS715 motor?
1800 watts, spinning at 4500 RPM.
How much does the DWS715 weigh?
42.8 pounds.