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Evolution R255SMS-DB+ 255mm Double Bevel Sliding Compound Mitre Saw with 40T Wood Blade and 28T Multi-Material TCT Blade 230V Reviews

4.8 Rating 105 Reviews
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Venture One Business Park, Longacre Close, Holbrook,
Venture One Business Park, Longacre Close, Holbrook
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I have also bought the xl saw bench to go with my new saw. There are hexagonal holes in the saw base feet to capture the nuts that hold it to the base plate from the saw stand but the bolts that come with the saw stand dont turn due to the square shaft therefore you finish up using washers to hold it above the fixing holes and tighten the nuts. It would be better if the two parts fitted together more seamlessly / ergonomically. I like everything about the saw operation except that it doesnt capture much sawdust even when connected to my Henry hoover. There was a screw missing from the box but Evolution sorted that out next day no problem.
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Posted 1 week ago
Hi John, Thank you for your detailed feedback and for the 4/5 rating. We’re glad the saw meets your needs overall. We’ve noted your points about the base-plate fit and the dust extraction performance, and we’re passing these comments to our product team. It’s great to hear Evolution sorted the missing screw quickly. If there’s anything else you’d like to share or if we can help with setup or compatibility, please let us know. Kind regards, Team Evolution Power Tools
Posted 1 week ago
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Another Awesome Evolution Tool added to me ever grow collection of your power tools. The saw is exactly what I expected and does exactly what I mlneeded it to do. This new saw had just replaced my 15yr old 110v Evolution saw that has never let me down in any way shape or form. Let's hope this new saw lasts as long without any issues, which im very sure it will do. Thanks again Evolution for supplying affordable excellent equipment to us DIY and Professional wood workers.
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Posted 1 week ago
Hi Peter, Thanks so much for sharing your experience. We’re thrilled to hear the Evolution R255SMS-DB+ is meeting your expectations and that it’s already fitting nicely into your collection. Here’s to many years of reliable service from your new saw—if you ever need any help or have questions, we’re here for you. Warm regards, Team Evolution Power Tools
Posted 1 week ago
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Bought this saw to replace an old one. It’s very good indeed. V clean accurate cuts and very stable on the stand. Shame evolution have scrimped a little on build quality and features as it is the corded equivalent of the 36v cordless saw. The end plates on the cutting deck are plastic, alloy would have been nice. No zero rip plastic cutting plate included either which was a shame but otherwise an excellent saw.
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Posted 2 months ago
Hi James, Thanks for your review and for sharing your experience with the Evolution R255SMS-DB+. We’re glad to hear the cuts are clean and stable. I’m sorry the build quality and some features didn’t quite meet your expectations. If you’d like, we can share tips on setup to maximize stability, or discuss options for replacements/alternatives for the end plates and zero-rip cutting plate where possible. We can also advise on maintenance to keep the saw performing at its best. If you’d like us to assist further, please reply with your order number and any photos or specifics about the parts you’re unhappy with, and we’ll help from there. Best regards, The Evolution Power Tools Team Warm regards, Team Evolution Power Tools
Posted 2 months ago
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Posted 4 months ago
Thank you for the fantastic rating, Richard. We’re glad the Evolution R255SMS-DB+ 255mm Double Bevel Sliding Compound Mitre Saw meets your needs. If you have any questions or need assistance with setup or accessories, we’re here to help. Kind regards, Team Evolution Power Tools
Posted 3 months ago
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Nice piece of kit, good value for money with the two blades, covered all the cutting I do, real easy to put together and easy to use and powerful. The only downside side was the length of time it took to received it from yourselves, ordered on 29th December and delivered 13th January, okay given that we had some snowfall and travel was a bit of a problem. Seemed to take a long time consideration given that it says overnight. Last issue was that the box was open and we have now checked all parts were there. The evolution multi blade had some rust marks and the dust bag showed sign of mould in the stitching. Otherwise very happy
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Posted 4 months ago
Hi Andy, Thank you for your feedback and for choosing Evolution. We’re glad you’re happy with the saw and blades, but we’re sorry to hear about the delivery delay and the condition of the box, rust marks, and mould on the dust bag. Please could you email us with your order number and a couple of photos of the rust and the packaging? We’ll arrange replacements for the blade and dust bag and review the packaging issue with our courier team to prevent this happening again. If there’s anything else you need or further questions, we’re here to help. Kind regards, Team Evolution Power Tools
Posted 4 months ago
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Excellent mitre saw, great functionality and value for money
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Posted 5 months ago
Thank you for your review, Garry. We’re delighted to hear you’re enjoying the Evolution R255SMS-DB+ 255mm Double Bevel Sliding Compound Mitre Saw with 40T Wood Blade and 28T Multi-Material TCT Blade (230V) and that you’ve found it excellent value for money. Kind regards, Team Evolution Power Tools
Posted 5 months ago
Alfonso T
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Very professional quality product, accurate straight out of the box. Very interested to see how it performs and how the dust bag performs.
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Posted 6 months ago
Hi there, Thank you for the 5-star review! We’re delighted to hear you’re impressed with the Evolution R255SMS-DB+ and that it’s accurate straight out of the box. We’re also keen to hear how the dust bag performs once you’ve put it through its paces. If you’d like any tips, accessories, or help with setup, just let us know. Kind regards, Team Evolution Power Tools
Posted 6 months ago
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Well packed , reasonably easy assembly, just two nuts left in the box?? I found fixing the normal wood cutting blade required much more force on the hex key than could be applied by hand. ( a similar attachment on an angle grinder seems so much more positive ) On my first try I was still able to turn the blade by hand with the axis locked?? I rechecked, made sure the washer was correct face out and tightened again using a pipe to extend the hex key. All now satisfactory. The laser guide seems quite inadequate. All my cuts are made after trial lowering the blade onto the work piece. The light is flickering but I am unable to trace it where it matters. I have not ventured into work that requires bevels, so cannot comment further. Disappointed to see the same saw much cheaper on Screwfix
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Posted 8 months ago
Thank you for your detailed review, Geoff! We appreciate your feedback on the assembly process and the blade attachment. It’s great to hear that you were able to get everything fixed up satisfactorily, even if it took a bit of extra effort. We understand your concerns about the laser guide and value your input. Adjustments like these are crucial for achieving the best cuts, and we will certainly take your comments into consideration for future enhancements. As for the pricing, we always strive to offer competitive rates and value for our products. If you have any further questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out! Warm regards, Team Evolution Power Tools
Posted 8 months ago