Sliding miter saws offer the advantage of crosscutting boards up to 12 in. wide while still providing ... room or from one job to another, it's not the best choice unless you need the extra cutting ...

The compound miter saw is used for making accurate cross-cuts on wood and soft plastic. In Maker Lab we have a Craftsman 7-1/4" Sliding Compound Miter Saw and a DeWalt 12" Compound Miter Saw ...