Best Circular Saws
Top circular saws ranked by transparent trust scores.
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9.4
Excellent
DeWalt DCS573B 20V MAX 7-1/4 Inch
Ranked #1 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
#1
9.4
Excellent
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Ranked #1 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Cordless freedom with corded power
- Cordless freedom with corded power
- Electronic blade brake
Cons
- Battery and charger sold separately
- Battery and charger sold separately
- Heavy at 7.8 lbs without battery
Don't buy this if…
- Always ensure the lower blade guard retracts and returns freely before each use as a stuck guard is a serious safety hazard.
- Always ensure the lower blade guard retracts and returns freely before each use as a stuck guard is a serious safety hazard.
#2
9.2
Excellent
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Ranked #2 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Dual battery 36V power
- Dual battery 36V power
- AWS wireless dust connection
Cons
- Requires two 18V batteries
- Requires two 18V batteries
- Heavier with dual batteries
Don't buy this if…
- Both batteries must be the same type and capacity or the saw will not operate correctly.
- Both batteries must be the same type and capacity or the saw will not operate correctly.
#3
9.0
Excellent
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Ranked #3 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Magnesium shoe is light and rigid
- Magnesium shoe is light and rigid
- LED cut line indicator
Cons
- Tool-only purchase
- Tool-only purchase
- Premium price point
Don't buy this if…
- The magnesium shoe is rigid but can crack if dropped on concrete unlike more flexible aluminum baseplates.
- The magnesium shoe is rigid but can crack if dropped on concrete unlike more flexible aluminum baseplates.
#4
8.7
Excellent
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Ranked #4 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Compatible with 300+ ONE+ tools
- Compatible with 300+ ONE+ tools
- Affordable brushless option
Cons
- Slightly lower RPM than competitors
- Slightly lower RPM than competitors
- Requires HP battery for best performance
Don't buy this if…
- Standard Ryobi ONE+ batteries will power the saw but may stall in thick hardwoods where HP batteries maintain speed.
- Standard Ryobi ONE+ batteries will power the saw but may stall in thick hardwoods where HP batteries maintain speed.
#5
8.5
Excellent
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Ranked #5 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Unlimited corded runtime
- Unlimited corded runtime
- Lightweight magnesium housing
Cons
- Cord limits mobility
- Cord limits mobility
- No battery ecosystem compatibility
Don't buy this if…
- Always use a grounded outlet and inspect the cord for damage before use as exposed wires are an electrocution risk.
- Always use a grounded outlet and inspect the cord for damage before use as exposed wires are an electrocution risk.
#6
8.3
Good
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Ranked #6 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Ultra-compact for tight spaces
- Ultra-compact for tight spaces
- Includes battery and charger
Cons
- 6-1/2 inch blade limits cut depth
- 6-1/2 inch blade limits cut depth
- Lower RPM than 7-1/4 inch saws
Don't buy this if…
- The 6-1/2 inch blade cannot cut through standard 2x4 lumber at a 45-degree bevel angle.
- The 6-1/2 inch blade cannot cut through standard 2x4 lumber at a 45-degree bevel angle.
#7
8.1
Good
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Ranked #7 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Battery and charger included
- Battery and charger included
- Competitive 5300 RPM
Cons
- Less established brand for saws
- Less established brand for saws
- Blade guard action could be smoother
Don't buy this if…
- The included 24-tooth blade is designed for rough framing cuts and will splinter plywood and finished surfaces.
- The included 24-tooth blade is designed for rough framing cuts and will splinter plywood and finished surfaces.
#8
7.9
Good
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Ranked #8 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Very lightweight at 8.1 lbs
- Very lightweight at 8.1 lbs
- High 6000 RPM blade speed
Cons
- Corded operation limits mobility
- Corded operation limits mobility
- Baseplate fence is basic
Don't buy this if…
- The lightweight design can make the saw harder to control on long rip cuts where heavier saws track straighter.
- The lightweight design can make the saw harder to control on long rip cuts where heavier saws track straighter.
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