Circular saws are great tools out there, aiming to minimize your labor as much as possible. It doesn’t matter if you are not that great at the handyperson tasks, these easy-to-use devices will make the tasks feel like a piece of cake.

All you need to do is switch on the handheld tool and start cutting the surface that you’re working on, it is really that simple.

There are many options out there to choose from in electric saws. Gone are the days when there was a manual saw at the worksites, which left the arm aching from all the force and labor. The circular saws nowadays are as simple as turning the switch on and just holding the device while it does all your work for you.

The Bosch Profactor cordless circular saw delivers an 18V performance. The Bosch saw is 7-1/4 In. and has a 2-1/2 In. cut capacity, which can make easy 2X cuts through any material across the entire bevel range. As for the bevel range, it is 50 degrees and a bevel lock is located in the front, meanwhile, the auxiliary handle is such that it ensures stability while handling the device.

Bosch Profactor System can also be paired with the brushless technology through a Core 18V Profactor battery, which is a high-performance motor and drive-train system (which is built to ensure that the additional power generated by the 18V core is used to its fullest), with the promise to deliver the same power as any high-demand corded tool. Not only that but it also has other contemporary features like connectivity through an app installed on a mobile device. With that, the user can have detailed feedback and can customize any setting they want.

It has an electronic convenience brake for less downtime between cuts, which means while you make the cuts and take a break the blade will stop right away. Thanks to the 360 degrees pivoting port, any dust or debris that results in the cutting will be directed away from the body that you are working at, which means that you will have a smooth and clean surface to work at all times.

So if you are currently looking for a lightweight and handy circular saw that gives you as much freedom while working as possible, then this is your tool to buy.

Key Features
  • Cordless circular saw
  • Pivoting dust port
  • Electric brake
Specifications
  • Size: 7-1/4 In.
  • Color: Green
  • Dimensions: 16.3 x 12.3 x 10.1 inches
  • Power Source: battery powered
  • Brand: Bosch
Pros
  • A hex wrench included
  • Good battery life
Cons
  • No rip fence
  • Additional blades need to be bought separately

The circular saw by Makita is a 7-1/4 in. ultra coated blade made of Magnesium that gives it high durability and heat resistant abilities through Makita heat vents. The blade has a premium advanced design, an M-shaped design overall, and two-pointed carbide tips, which can work through any extreme surface. It also features a 10-degree bevel face, which ensures a good cutting performance.

The device also includes a powerful 15 AMP industrial motor, delivering 5800 RPM. It's a good circular saw available in the market as the factors like weight, power, durability, and ease of use are exceptionally balanced.

To keep the surface being chopped clear for precise cuts, there is a built-in dust blower which makes it an efficient tool. The circular saw is capable enough to be used on a range of dimensional lumber and dense engineered lumber, including LVL, PSL and I-Joists, headers, and microlams. Other surfaces include ripping panels such as plywood, OSB, particleboard, and dense structural panels.

The cutting capacity of the circular saw is good, about 2-1/2 inches at 90°, where the maximum bevel capacity is 56° and had positive stops at 22.5° and 45° for quick back-and-forth changes.

Other than this, the overall design of the saw has been made in a user-friendly manner. Installed on the device are twin L.E.D. lights that make the cutting job all the easier. The saw is clearly marked to adjust different levels of the features provided.

Key Features
  • 5800 RPM
Specifications
  • Color: Green
  • Dimensions: 20.9 x 17.9 x 13.9 inches
  • Power Source: Corded
  • Brand: Makita
Pros
  • 1 year warranty
  • 2 built in L.E.D lights
  • Lightweight
Cons
  • Magnesium part is soft and might break
  • The guard can jam

Working with electric saws has made life easier for handy workers all over the world. It provides the ease that a conventional saw couldn’t provide. With less labor and more efficiency, you can switch it on and saw away any choppable material at hand.

Amongst other features that this circular saw provides, an added advantage that you will have after buying it, is its lightweight. It weighs about 8.8lbs, which means that you need not worry much about a heavy machine while doing your cutting work, as it is lightweight and a compact machine.

This is what makes it the perfect candidate for your job as it will give you the cleanest of cuts making the maneuvering task easier than ever. As soon as the trigger is released, the electric brake stops the blade.

The electric circular saw comes with a cord, which is protected through a tough protection system, ensuring 3x durability against cord pull out. Its 15 amp motor can easily work with any tough task at hand.

The cut capacity depth of the saw is 2-9/16 inches. With a 57-degree beveling capacity, there are stops available at 45-degree and 22.5 degrees.

For ensuring that the cuts are smooth, the base is high-grade Aluminum. The ball-bearing lower guard is the reason for the saw’s long life in harsh environments. As for the lower guard, its design improves the performance by making bevel cuts and cutting shims. The integrated blower gives a clear visual of what you’re chopping by removing the dust and shavings out of the way.

Key Features
  • Corded saw
  • Durable high grade Aluminum smooth base
  • Electric Brake
Specifications
  • Size: 7-1/4-Inch
  • Color: Yellow
  • Dimensions: 16.25 x 10.13 x 10.5 inches16.25 x 10.13 x 10.5 inches
  • Power Source: Corded
  • Brand: DeWalt
Pros
  • Integrated ball bearing lower guard
  • Depth of cut capacity versatility
  • Fairly quiet saw
Cons
  • No illuminated projection cutting line
  • Very tight lock nut for removing blades
  • No dust collection feature

The GALAX PRO is made by a company that excels in producing power tools, their circular saw is made of pure copper and is run by a 12Amp motor, which provides 5500 RPM. Thus it's a fast and powerful cutting machine that can be used on many different materials like tile, wood, metal panels, plastics, and flooring.

To adjust the depth of the cut there is an accurate lever that allows adjustment of the base plate. Its maximum cutting depth at 90 degrees is 62mm and at 45 degrees it is 46mm. The bevel tilt function is 0-45°.

The circular laser also comes with an incredible and helpful feature that is a laser, which makes straight cuts a fairly easy job. Other than that a rip fence, which can be adjusted for thinner cuts, with graduated ruler markings on the base and fence.

A powerful dust blower is integrated into the handy machine and it keeps the surface free from any sawdust while cutting. The circular saw is also equipped with a hex nut for the replacement of the 24-teeth TCT circular saw blade.

Iron chassis is made of reinforcement steel and the hardness of the gears provides the perfect balance of strength, weight, and cutting ability while using the 7.1 lbs saw.

To prevent unfortunate accidents for the user of circular saw, a double switch control is available as well as a durable and robust plastic lower blade guard. Not only that but a convenient handle makes the job all the more easy and safe to use ensuring less fatigue on the user’s part.

Key Features
  • 5500 RPM
  • 12 Amps copper motor
  • 24-teeth TCT circular saw blade
Specifications
  • Size: 7.25 Inches
  • Color: Original
  • Dimensions: ‎12.2 x 9.85 x 7.75 inches
  • Power Source: Corded
  • Brand: Galax Pro Store
Pros
  • 2 year limited warranty
  • Lightweight
  • Laser guide
Cons
  • Some might find the blade to be too big for the saw
  • Laser might need to be tightened in its slot
  • Kicks back on startup

The circular saw by Bosch, weighing 10.2 Lbs, has a powerful 15-amp motor that is essential for jobs that require stubborn surfaces to be cut. The saw has a 24-tooth carbide blade that is perfect to work on any harsh surface. While cutting the surface, it is bound to get messy, but the machine comes with a blower that keeps the area you’re working on clean from any mess.

It is a user-friendly machine that provides a smooth handle to hold while working on tough tasks. There are different levels and angles for bevel and depth to make sure that you have a wide set of options for cuts.

Using levers available on the machine, you can easily adjust the levels as per your need. The circular saw has a 56° bevel capacity, along with positive detents at 22.5° and 45° for working on a wide variety of surfaces.

To keep the device safe for your everyday use, there is a high-strength composite Magnesium footplate. Also, an anti-snag lower guard is available for easier cuts and a measurable depth gauge. The Bosch circular saw can easily drive through a 2-7/16 In. thick material at 90°, and at the same time ensuring that the cuts are fast and deep.

To change the blade quickly and efficiently, the device also has on-tool wrench storage. Another good thing about this deal is that it comes with a bag, which means you can easily carry it around while working or walking to your job site.

Key Features
  • 4400 RPM
  • 15 amp motor
  • Adjustable bevel levers
Specifications
  • Size: 7-1/4" In.
  • Color: Blue
  • Power Source: Corded
  • Brand: Bosch
Pros
  • Advanced composite footplate
  • Torque-to-Weight Efficiency
  • Carrying bag included
Cons
  • No rip fence
  • Right handed saw
  • Plastic levers might be weak

The circular saw by Teccpo has a powerful copper motor with 480W/4.8 amp that provides 3700 RPM. Unlike other circular saws in the market, this copper motor has a longer life span as it delivers less heat compared to general copper-clad aluminum motors. It has no-Load speed and thus smoothly cuts wood, metal, tile, aluminum, and plastic in one go.

The circular saw comes with 3 blades and each has a different depth. For wood, the blade to be used is 24T TCT, for plastic & soft metal, it is a 44T HSS Blade, and a grit diamond blade for tiles. For wood the cutting depth is 1-1/16”, for tiles it is 5/16” and 1/8” for Aluminum. A lever on the device allows you to set the depth from 0-27mm.

To cut the surfaces you’re working on with precision, the device comes with a handy laser guide that will make the job very easy for you. A 15.75 in. vacuum adapter ensures that the dust is sucked away while you work on your project.

For safety purposes, the base is iron wraparound and has an aluminum upper cover. For double protection, there is a double safety button that offers double protection. Hold the device with an integrated safety trigger for control and safety.

The ergonomics of the device are such that it ensures that the tough task at hand is as easy and stress-free as possible. The rubber grip is one such example. Also, the focus has been to make the device a lightweight machine, which is why with all its features, it only weighs 5.25 lb.

Key Features
  • 4.8 amp
  • 3700 RPM
  • 3 blades
Specifications
  • Size: 3-3/8”
  • Color: Green
  • Dimensions: 15.74 x 4.72 x 3.54 inches
  • Power Source: Corded
  • Brand: Teccpo
Pros
  • 2-Year Warranty Card
  • Scale Ruler
  • Dust Exhaust Pipe
Cons
  • Manual is difficult to understand
  • Safety guide makes it difficult to use saw for small tasks

The Worx circular saw is your go-to machine as it is tiny and can do the job of a larger saw. For your DIY projects make use of this device as the 4-1/2” AC circular saw is capable enough to be used on a 2” nominal lumber. It has a no-load speed of 3500/rpm, which makes it strong enough to do the heavy load jobs with less weight and hassle.

It comes with a 24T carbide-tipped blade for wood cutting. In case you want to use another blade for a different surface (metal, plastic, or tile) then you can replace the original blade with any 4-1/2” blade with a 3/8” arbor. The maximum cutting depth of the Worx circular saw is 1-11/16”. Another excellent feature of the device is the dust port that sucks the debris and sawdust from the surface you’re working on.

A parallel guide comes with the package that makes it easier to make the cuts long and straight easily. An integrated safety trigger in the device prevents accidental cutting of the user’s hand etc. The depth gauge lever lets the user go from 0-45 degree bevel settings with quick adjustment.

For lumber, the depth-of-cut for slicing is up to 2" stock lumber, which means it can cut 2x4s in one go and can also cut metal, tile, and plastic. At a size smaller than the general saws in the market, the circular saw with its thin blades can do a very good job in your projects.

Key Features
  • 3500 RPM
  • 0-45 degree bevel settings
  • Left-sided blade optimization
Specifications
  • Size: 4-1/2"
  • Color: Black
  • Dimensions: 15.08 x 4.17 x 5.79 inches
  • Power Source: Corded
  • Brand: Worx Store
Pros
  • Lightweight
  • Dust port
  • Narrow sled
Cons
  • Rip fence has flimsy plastic section
  • Screw mechanism might give some problems

The Metabo cordless circular saw has the deepest cutting depth compared to other products in the market, that is, 2-19/32-in with a blade of 6-1/2". With a no-load speed of 4,100 RPM, it weighs about 6. 8 lbs. The different bevel angles available in the circular saw are 5-degrees to 45-degree bevel for back cutting and cutting at an angle.

Another crucial element in the device is the soft start in case of kickback during start-up and electric brake that stops power to the blades as soon as the trigger is released, for increased safety and productivity. The brushless motor technology helps in the overall reduction in size and weight of the machine while increasing the power.

The circular saw is compatible with Metabo HPT's 18V or 36V(MultiVolt) slide-type lithium-ion batteries. This circular saw also features a built-in spotlight that makes the cutting job all the more easy and efficient.

To keep the noise pollution to a minimum the device is equipped with a silent mode that reduces the max motor RPM enabling efficient work with less noise. In the case of heavier load when the device is in silent mode, it moves to power mode automatically. But as soon as the load decreases, it moves back to silent mode.

Not only that, but the machine is capable enough to save the user as well as the battery in case of an overload. That is if there is an overload or a decrease in the RPM, power to the motor is cut off. This saw offers various safety features such as overload protection.

Key Features
  • 4100 RPM
  • Brushless motor technology
  • - 5 degree to 45 degree bevel
Specifications
  • Size: 6.5 Inches
  • Color: Green
  • Dimensions: 11.5 x 9.5 x 9 inches
  • Power Source: Battery powered
  • Brand: Koki Holdings America, Ltd
Pros
  • Rip guide
  • Hex bar wrench
  • Lightweight and portable
Cons
  • Plastic might feel cheap
  • Not suitable for larger than 2x4
  • Battery drains quickly

This circular saw by SKIL is made of a powerful metal and has a 15-amp motor, which delivers about 5,300-RPM. This ensures clean and fast cuts. The power source is AC, however, a lithium-ion battery is required.

The 24 tooth blade’s length is 7.25 inches and is carbide-tipped. For blade changing purposes, a spindle lock is included as well as an on-tool wrench, to keep things easy and manageable.

The bevel capacity is about 51 degrees with positive stops at 45 degrees, which makes sure that there is a wide variety of options for cuts. Not only that but a dust blower comes built in the circular saw that keeps the line of view while cutting clear of debris and scraps.

The arbor size is 5.8 inches and the cord length is 6 feet. The saw weighs about 6.95 pounds and is designed in such a way that it reduces the workload as much as possible. The depth of the cut is 2-3/8 in.

While making extremely narrow cuts during a task, you’ll be delighted to find that the anti-snag lower guard reduces snags. Also, a single beam laser is an added feature of the circular saw, which guides the user exceptionally well while making defined cuts.

An indicator light is there to tell when the saw is powered on or off. Guarded trigger ensures that no accidental start-ups happen at the worksite. A carry bag comes with the saw.

Key Features
  • 15 amp motor
  • Single beam laser
  • Guarded trigger
Specifications
  • Size: 7-1,4-inch
  • Color: Red
  • Dimensions: 14.25 x 9.75 x 8.5 inches
  • Power Source: AC
  • Brand: Skil
Pros
  • Spindle lock
  • Indicator Light
  • Dust blower
Cons
  • Cant see the blade clearly while cutting
  • The depth setting lock can break because of thin metal
  • The safety switch means both hands are needed to start the saw

The Popoman cordless circular saw is highly mobile and is different from the traditional machines available in the market, weighing only 4.8lbs it is easy to use and is highly efficient. It has a 2.0Ah (Li-ion) battery that provides power enough for fast cutting and 2A fast charger that is done charging in one hour.

This is the best option for those people who work in off-grid areas for long durations and are always on the move. This cordless circular saw runs at 3500 rpm for easy cutting of wood, soft metal, plastic, gypsum board, PVC pipe.

Essentially, it comes with two blades, a 24T TCT (115mm) for woodcuts and a 24T HSS (115mm) for wood and soft-metal cuts. With the auxiliary tools provided in the package, you can easily change the blades as per your needs.

To adjust the bevel angles there are levers on the device that allow cutting depth up to 1-11/16” (42.9mm) at 90°, and cutting depth up to 1-3/8”(34.9mm) at 45°. You can freely adjust the cutting angle.

The ergonomics of the device are top-notch that focus on making the device as user-friendly as possible. For example, the left-sided blade design helps keep the cutting line visible. There is a safety switch design and a blade guard, aiming at minimizing accidents in operation.

For a stable cutting experience, the battery postposition separates the front and rear gravity. The slim grip ensures that with ease the task can be completed with one hand. Also, a laser guide gives a professional and precise cutting line.

Key Features
  • 3500 RPM
  • 2 blades
  • Large capacity battery
Specifications
  • Size: 4.5 Inches
  • Color: Green
  • Dimensions: 14.6 x 4.3 x 5.12 inches
  • Power Source: Battery powered
  • Brand: Popoman
Pros
  • Laser guide
  • Safety trigger button
  • Lightweight
Cons
  • Not Powerful Enough for 2x4's
  • The cut indicator is about 1/4" shallow
  • The exhaust port cannot be used with a bag

When making the purchase of one of the best circular saws from the market, there are some features that you must look out for.

Sometimes the task that you are working on doesn’t require tools of advanced levels. Any regular tool would do.

But there are instances when you need tools that can do some major heavy lifting. The different features that might help you make your choice are as follows:

Blades

There are different blades that are used for cutting different surfaces. For wood, the blade used to cut wood is different from the blade used to cut tile.

Bevel level

To cut the surfaces with angles, you need different levels of bevel. They vary on the devices sold in the market.

Cut capacity

The depth of the cut also varies in different circular saws available out there.

Weight

Some people prefer lightweight saws while others prefer something heavy that can take on any tough material easily.

Speed

Different RPM is available in the saws, you have to choose the level that suits you the best.

Battery

Some circular saws need an AC power supply and hence come with a cord, while others come with a battery. If you go to off-grid places for your job, then investing in a battery-powered saw would be a good idea.

From the options given above, whichever choice you make, should be based on your task’s requirement, otherwise, instead of easing you in your job, the circular saw can be a problem for you.

Resources— Lowes's, Home Depot, DIYNetwork

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