I researched (too much) be fore buying this saw. Was considering the top ranked Milwaukee also. Ultimately, this saw has better adjust-ability, and is the only saw where you can adjust the shoe plate to parallel with the blade. I do furniture building and need a precise saw. Unlike some models, it has an extra long and square-edged plate for following straight edge guides. I found out that even USA based DeWalt recently switched to making their tools in China. Milwaukee is actually Chinese owned. With its aluminium base, this saw is best for furniture work I think. DeWalt has Nylon and Manganese base plates for more durable use cases.