Rating of the TOP 6 Metabo miter saws: an overview and characteristics of the best models

The professional equipment market is rich in offers for every taste and budget.

This also applies to miter saws: although there are not so many brands known today, the assortment of owners is large and attractive.

To choose the right model, you need have some knowledge. For example, know the basic characteristics and features of models.

We invite you to become, which describes in detail the most popular models, as well as a clear selection algorithm.

What features of metabo miter saws to look for when choosing?

When choosing a miter saw for wood, the following nuances are important:

1. A feature-rich device costs more, but think: do you need to spend so much money if you will only use it from time to time?
2. The protective cover must be made from the most dense material aluminum, for example.
   Then you will be sure that it will not shatter when it falls and you will not pierce it.
3. A saw blade with a diameter of 20 cm or more is the safest.
   It must fit a specific model and its engine, have all the teeth in place.
4. From a heavy model, hands quickly begin to get tired, although The heavier the model, the more stable it is.
5. To work with a tree, one type of device is needed. For metal work - another.
   Combined options are available, but they are not cheap.

Overview of the best models

Rating of the TOP-6 best models of Metabo miter saws according to customer reviews and ratings.

Metabo KGS 216 M, 1500 W

High-quality professional tool for working with metal, wood and plastic.

Powerful, comfortable, with good equipment and a long service life. The scale for marking the choice of angles is made in the form of an engraving on metal.

Smooth speed adjustment, illumination of the working area, laser marker, spindle lock are provided. The unit can be connected to a vacuum cleaner.

garbage is collected in a special bag. Also included are: a saw blade, a material clamp, a stop for cutting off and a wrench of the right size.

Warranty - 3 years. Power supply - from the mains.

The diameter of the mounting hole is 30 mm, the angle of inclination is 47 degrees, the rotation angle is the same.

The rotation speed is decent, the table is sliding, the cut is clean and even. The cable is dense, its length is enough for comfortable work.

Specifications:

• power (W): 1500;
• network cable length: 2 m;
• width: 760 mm;
• height: 340 mm;
• depth: 475 mm;
• weight: 13.5 kg.

Metabo KS 216 M Lasercut 619216000, 1350 W

Saw KS 216 M Lasercut 619216000 from Metabo allows you to make a smooth and burr-free cut, and in general - to work with a large number of materials in maximum comfort.

Made of aluminum lithium, the body provides illumination for working in the dark and clamps for fixing workpieces in a comfortable position.

The laser pointer helps to make an even cut.

The handle has a D-shape and soft pads over the entire surface: this helps to avoid blisters and the palms do not slip (even wet).

Equipped with a special bag for collecting sawdust and dust.

There is a blocking of the saw head, precise angle adjustment through fixation points and smoothly retractable table extensions with high stops.

The warranty lasts for a year. The kit includes a 40-tooth carbide saw blade, a pair of built-in table extensions, a trim fence, a material clamp, and a saw blade change tool.

Specifications:

• power (W): 1350;
• network cable length: 2 m;
• noise level: 93 dB;
• width: 465 mm;
• height: 285 mm;
• depth: 475 mm;
• weight: 9.4 kg.

Metabo KGS 254 M, 1800 W

When working with thin metal, plastic and wood blanks, the Metabo KGS 254 M miter saw performs very well, helping the master to complete the tasks as quickly and efficiently as possible.

Equipped with a laser marker: it helps to join the saw blade exactly along the intended cut line.

The backlight is pleasant and bright enough, so even in a room with poor lighting you will not have any problems.

The kit includes not only a saw blade, but also a limit stop - it will make it possible to choose a groove of the desired depth in the workpiece.

With the help of the fixing system, the part is firmly fixed on the table. The spindle lock is useful in the process of changing equipment: everything will pass not only quickly, but also safely for human hands.

Factory fixed angles require adjustment, but this is not difficult to do. The disk out of the box shows good results in operation and does not require replacement.

You can connect a vacuum cleaner. The guarantee is given for 12 months. The country of origin is China. The model weighs 23 kilograms.

Specifications:

• dimensions: 545x420x895 mm;
• maximum speed: 4500 rpm;
• disc outer diameter: 254 mm;
• landing diameter of a disk: 30 mm;
• number of teeth: 48 pcs.

Metabo KGS 305 M, 2000 W

The design of this model is thought out down to the smallest detail: many convenient adjustments, high performance due to a powerful engine and a large saw blade.

All controls and scales are visible from the working position, the operation is intuitive and simple.

For wide workpieces, the manufacturer prudently introduced the broach function. The body is made of aluminum casting, it is durable and reliable.

The sawdust falls into the built-in funnel. There is a function of limiting the starting current (helps prevent the fuse from blowing when turned on).

The laser and flashlight are mains powered. High stops are an additional plus to the safety of work.

There is a clamp and table extensions.If it is necessary to change the cutting tool, the spindle can be fixed in a certain position.

There is a lock on the engine, which increases the safety of using the saw. The cable is frost-resistant, its length is 2 meters.

Requires connection to the electrical network. The case, despite its dimensions, can be carried with one hand using a special handle.

Specifications:

• width: 850 mm;
• height: 515 mm;
• length: 615 mm;
• weight: 19.6 kg;
• disc diameter: 305 mm;
• rotation speed: 3700 rpm.

Metabo KGS 18 LTX 216 0

A functional and reliable tool that is perfect for grooving and cutting blanks (from laminate and wood).

The user will be comfortable working with both short and long parts (due to the extension of the table).

The convenient laser pointer allows you to make a clear cut line, and the LED built into the body illuminates the working area.

The motor is brushed, access to the brushes is also possible at home without calling the master from the service center. The case is made of aluminum, which means that it is not afraid of shock.

The saw blade can be changed safely (no need to remove the guard) by locking the spindle.

The percentage of battery charge is shown by an indicator on the case. The saw weighs a little -13.5 kg, a transport handle is provided for transferring from place to place.

The cable length is 2 meters. Sawdust does not scatter in different directions, but is removed through the built-in funnel.

Thanks to a special clip, the material is firmly fixed in place. For safety painted equipped with high stops.

Specifications:

• battery voltage: 18 V;
• disc diameter: 216 mm;
• cutting depth 90°: 65 mm;
• 90° kerf: 305 mm;
• rotation speed: 4200 rpm;
• mounting hole diameter: 30 mm.

Metabo KGS 254 I Plus, 1800 W

This model is the owner of a laser guide, a millimetric ruler and a bright built-in backlight.

In order to quickly and safely exchange an old saw blade for a new one, the spindle can be locked.

Dust is collected in a special dust collector in the form of a bag, and since nothing else is in the air and does not interfere with the view, the master will be able to make the cut line as even as possible.

The saw head has a tilt angle of 2 degrees to the right and 47 to the left, the table rotation angle is 47 degrees in both directions.

Cutting depth adjustment is built-in, there is a broach function for wide workpieces. Quiet operation thanks to the induction motor.

The saw is suitable for cutting wood, multi-layer panels and polymeric materials, as well as non-ferrous metals.

The full-wave Vario-Constamatic electronics help to change the speed smoothly, while even under load, the speed remains practically unchanged.

Specifications:

• weight: 35.74 kg;
• network cable length: 2.2 m;
• width: 930 mm;
• height: 690 mm;
• depth: 590 mm.

Reviews

Useful video

This video provides an overview of the best Metabo KGS/KGSV 216 m miter saw in terms of price-quality ratio:

Conclusion

Saws from Metabo have a number of undeniable advantages. They are:

• serve for a long time;
• neatly assembled;
• is on free sale.

And, of course, a properly selected model can save you not only money, but also nerves.