The major criticism I've seen is that this saw is a do-it-all compromise and a dedicated chop saw would be better for cutting metal but that seems like a tradeoff that's appropriate for me.

exclusively to Duologi finance products provided by Duologi, which is a trading name of Specialist Lending Ltd. The Evolution R255SMS is a high powered 255mm TCT Multi-Material cutting Compound Sliding Mitre Saw optimised using patented Multi-Material Technology to cut mild steel, non-ferrous metals, wood, and even wood with embedded nails and plastic using a single blade.

It looks like the online reviews for the Evolution R255SMS-DB+ and its predecessors are pretty good. The Evolution R255SMS-DB+ 255mm Double Bevel Sliding Mitre Saw 240V comes complete with an Evolution multi material saw blade with 24 Tungsten-Carbide-Tipped teeth that will easily cut wood, nail-embedded wood, steel, aluminium and plastic, providing incredible versatility. Evolution has no control over these sites and are not responsible for their content or availability.

This GPW version is supplied with two blades as standard, our 255mm Multi-material blade and an extra 255mm General Wood Blade which is ideal for when you want perfect cuts in wood. Premium Japanese Tungsten-Carbide-Tipped TCT 255mm blade included for long-life, multi-material cutting. The Evolution R255SMS-DB+ Multi-Material Sliding Mitre Saw is ideal for on-site use and can cut a variety of materials such as wood, mild steel, wood even with embedded nails, aluminium, plastic, copper and more, thanks to the 28 tooth TCT blade and optimised gearbox and motor speed.Compatible with Evolution’s Mitre Saw Stand, giving you full control to cut accurate repeated lengths on wide and long materials with ease. Uses a single blade to cut mild steel, non-ferrous metals, plastic and wood, even if nails are embedded in the material. Needs more than the small bag to shift the dust I put a vacuum cleaner at the back of the table it helps.

Featuring a powerful 1600W motor and an ergonomic over-moulded, in-line handle, this tool offers both strength and comfort for extended use. The other major criticism I've seen is about the cost of replacement blades but honestly I'll probably go for a year or more on a single blade.

But with an Evolution continous rim diamond blade fitted to your mitre saw you can cut brick, tiles and stone. So if you do go with some other brand besides the Evolution, I'd suggest that you carefully check the warranty details. Mild Steel, angled, box section, square tube, metal stud dry walling, rebar, plate (1/4 inch), unistrut.