In the chop saw vs. miter saw debate, it boils down to this: If you’re wondering what is a chop saw, it’s a tool for cutting metal and miter saws are best for cutting wood. Here's the breakdown.

DeWalt's chop and miter saws have radial blades, ... metal drywall studs, and aluminum. Their 15-amp motors give them plenty of power to cut through these denser materials.

The blades for metal-cutting miter saws are pricey — from $60 to $170 each, compared with abrasive disks that sell for $10 to $20 a piece. The pricey blades last longer than abrasive disks, ...

DeWalt currently has two chop saw models listed for sale: a standard 14-inch chop saw , which is currently available for $199.99, and another 14-inch chop saw that comes with DeWalt's Quik-Change ...