DeWalt · Updated July 2026
DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw: price, specs & release date
DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw, released 2017. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: dewalt.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw is listed at $599.99 on dewalt.com as of 2026-07-26, #6 cheapest of 12 miter saws (median $664); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 23/100 pay-blind standing, #8 of 12 in class.
Verified Jul 26, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Cheapest miter saws: Metabo HPT C10FCGS 10-Inch Single-Bevel Compound Miter Saw — $199
Price history
$599.99Is the DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw a good buy?
At $600, the DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw is #5 cheapest of the 12 miter saws we track, where the median is $564. On the spec sheet, its blade size of 12 in is the highest of the 12, its weight of 56 lb is above the median of the 12, and its release of 2017 is below the median of the 6.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $599.99 — current on record (was $399) |
|---|---|
| Brand | DeWalt |
| Released | 2017 |
| Blade size (in) | 12 |
| Type | sliding_compound |
| Power source | corded |
| Bevel range | 48 L/48 R |
| Max crosscut (in) | 2x14 in at 90 |
| Laser or shadow guide | No |
| Weight (lb) | 56 |
Source: dewalt.com (verified 2026-06-20) · corroborated by coastaltool.com. Blade size (12 in), bevel 0-48 L/R, 15A/3800 RPM, crosscut 2x14 at 90, and 56 lb weight confirmed on DeWalt official product page (verified live, marked Discontinued) and Lowe's listing. Miter range 50 L/60 R confirmed. No integrated cut-line system (distinguishes from DWS780). Release year 2017 per iFixit TYPE 20 (2017) designation. PRICE CORRECTED 599->399: $599 was the original MSRP; the saw is now discontinued and sells ~$399 at Lowe's / ~$449 on Amazon (per 731 Woodworks and ToolGuyd 2026 deal coverage).
Is the DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw worth it vs cheaper miter saws?
DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw against its closest cheaper and pricier miter saws on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 12 ranked
| Product | Price | Blade size (in) | Type | Power source | Bevel range | Max crosscut (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw this | $599.99 | 12 | sliding_compound | corded | 48 L/48 R | 2x14 in at 90 |
| DeWalt DWS780 12-Inch Double Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw | $499 | 12 | sliding_compound | corded | 49 L/49 R | 2x14 in at 90 |
| Bosch GCM12SD 12-Inch Dual-Bevel Glide Miter Saw | $729 | 12 | sliding_compound | corded | 47 L/47 R | 14 in at 90 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw cost?
The DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw has a US price of $599.99, as of 2026-07-26.
How does the DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw compare on price?
At $600, the DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw is #5 cheapest of the 12 miter saws we track, where the median is $564.
Has the DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw's price dropped?
No — since 2026-06-27 the DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw has risen 50.4%, from $399 to $599.99; the lowest we have recorded is $399 (2026-06-27).
What is the lowest price the DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw has been?
The lowest we have recorded for the DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw is $399 on 2026-06-27.
Is now a good time to buy the DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw?
The DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw is currently $599.99; the lowest we have recorded is $399 (2026-06-27). Every price is dated, so you can judge it against its own history.
When was the DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw released?
The DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw was released 2017.
What are the DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw's key specs?
DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw (DeWalt): blade size in 12, type sliding_compound, power source corded, bevel range 48 L/48 R, max crosscut in 2x14 in at 90. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-20.
Price of record: $599.99 at dewalt.com, 2026-07-26. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
See DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw on Amazon As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.Similar miter saws
Nearest in price — swipe to browse. Every pick sourced and dated.
-
DeWalt DWS780 12-Inch Double Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw -
Bosch GCM12SD 12-Inch Dual-Bevel Glide Miter Saw - Delta Cruzer 26-2312 12-Inch Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw Delta Cruzer 26-2312 12-Inch Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw
-
Makita LS1019L 10-Inch Dual-Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw with Laser -
Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2739-20 12-Inch Dual Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw -
DeWalt DCS361B 20V MAX 7-1/4-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw -
Genesis GMSDR1015LC 15-Amp 10-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw with Laser -
Ryobi TSS103 15-Amp 10-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw with LED -
Metabo HPT C10FCGS 10-Inch Single-Bevel Compound Miter Saw -
Skilsaw SPT88-01 12-Inch Worm Drive Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw -
Festool Kapex KS 120 REB Sliding Compound Miter Saw
All miter saws ranked · Open data & methodology · Queryable via MCP
Compare with
Head-to-head
- DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw vs Bosch GCM12SD 12-Inch Dual-Bevel Glide Miter Saw
- DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw vs Makita LS1019L 10-Inch Dual-Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw with Laser
- DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw vs Metabo HPT C10FCGS 10-Inch Single-Bevel Compound Miter Saw
- DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw vs Ryobi TSS103 15-Amp 10-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw with LED
- DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw vs Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2739-20 12-Inch Dual Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw
- DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw vs Skilsaw SPT88-01 12-Inch Worm Drive Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw
- DeWalt DWS779 12-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw vs Genesis GMSDR1015LC 15-Amp 10-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw with Laser
Cheaper miter saws
- DeWalt DWS780 12-Inch Double Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw $499
- DeWalt DCS361B 20V MAX 7-1/4-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw $379
- Genesis GMSDR1015LC 15-Amp 10-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw with Laser $249
- Ryobi TSS103 15-Amp 10-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw with LED $219.99
- Metabo HPT C10FCGS 10-Inch Single-Bevel Compound Miter Saw $199
Step up
- Bosch GCM12SD 12-Inch Dual-Bevel Glide Miter Saw $729
- Delta Cruzer 26-2312 12-Inch Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw $729
- Makita LS1019L 10-Inch Dual-Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw with Laser $799
- Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2739-20 12-Inch Dual Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw $799
- Skilsaw SPT88-01 12-Inch Worm Drive Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw $1299.99
- Festool Kapex KS 120 REB Sliding Compound Miter Saw $1799