YMMV at select stores through app. DEWALT 20V MAX Cordless 6-1/2 in. Circular Saw at Tractor Supply Co

Raccoonish

2d ago

968 Posts

Joined Jul 2018

2d ago

968 Posts

I can't suggest the brushed saw. It shouldn't really even exist. This thing barely has power to cut through one sheet of half inch plywood, once through, with a 2ah battery.

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FaithfulCrowd784

2d ago

120 Posts

Joined Jan 2021

2d ago

FaithfulCrowd784

2d ago

120 Posts

Save your money get the table saw when goes on sale it's amazing ! 10X more convenient trust me

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dogedogego

2d ago

41 Posts

Joined Dec 2019

2d ago

dogedogego

2d ago

41 Posts

Quote from Raccoonish

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I can't suggest the brushed saw. It shouldn't really even exist. This thing barely has power to cut through one sheet of half inch plywood, once through, with a 2ah battery.

Echoing this, this imo isn't even worth $50. Couldn't even sell it on FB Marketplace, had to give it away.

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bob151

2d ago

1,948 Posts

Joined Dec 2006

2d ago

bob151

2d ago

1,948 Posts

Quote from Raccoonish

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I can't suggest the brushed saw. It shouldn't really even exist. This thing barely has power to cut through one sheet of half inch plywood, once through, with a 2ah battery.

I purchased this model about 3-4 years ago for $99 and it made me want to find my old corded and deal with the cord tangling around my legs in the cramped workspace.

It did seem to get bogged down easily. It was pretty disappointing.

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pyrokid73

2d ago

733 Posts

Joined May 2015

2d ago

pyrokid73

2d ago

733 Posts

Quote from Raccoonish

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I can't suggest the brushed saw. It shouldn't really even exist. This thing barely has power to cut through one sheet of half inch plywood, once through, with a 2ah battery.

Not to argue much for this saw, but you definitely shouldn't be using a 2ah battery to run a circ or recip saw. There just isn't enough current available to do any high draw tool like this justice.

I definitely would steer most people towards the brushless versions regardless with the caveat of using a larger battery, like at minimum a single row 21700 cell (slim 3ah or 4ah) or dual row 18650 cells (5ah).

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Joebargain

2d ago

164 Posts

Joined Oct 2023

2d ago

Joebargain

2d ago

164 Posts

Thanks for all the slick dealers chiming in and saying saw is that under powered as I'm in the dewalt bat system and needs circular saw but if it's that bad will pass

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HeisenbergH

2d ago

419 Posts

Joined Dec 2007

2d ago

HeisenbergH

2d ago

419 Posts

Thanks for some people chipping in their feedback .I probably would have jumped on the deal but all I have is the 2 ah batteries that I'm planning to use . Pass this time...

Ride_The_Sky

2d ago

14,547 Posts

Joined Jan 2010

2d ago

Ride_The_Sky

2d ago

14,547 Posts

Quote from Raccoonish

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I can't suggest the brushed saw. It shouldn't really even exist. This thing barely has power to cut through one sheet of half inch plywood, once through, with a 2ah battery.

Is this thing any worse?
https://www.homedepot.com/p/RYOBI.../317987588

Because I can easily cut through 2x6 pressure treated/soaked wood.

A lot of suggestions on table saw etc, but circular saw is super convenient and portable.

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kevinp922

2d ago

8 Posts

Joined May 2014

2d ago

kevinp922

2d ago

8 Posts

I have this saw and it's very disappointing no matter what size battery i use. My friend has the larger dcs570 and it's a much better saw.

ballershanelle

7h ago

6,561 Posts

Joined Mar 2011

7h ago

ballershanelle

7h ago

6,561 Posts

Any helpers, please chime in ..I purchased this Ridgid on clearance, $55 but wasn't sure Since, it brushed and u guys are talking about power. I don't need it and can take it back, still nib. Just need constructive advice about it because I do want a good one by the end of the year and wondering if battery or corded is best (home diy use.)
https://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGI.../330351103

Last edited by ballershanelle May 24, 2025 at 04:55 AM.

TealThread549

5h ago

61 Posts

Joined Mar 2024

5h ago

TealThread549

5h ago

61 Posts

I have it and I like it for my use small DIY stuff. I'm using the 20v max big battery on it because I don't want to start ie a 4th battery charger- rigid systems. I won't argue thick plywood isn't its forte. I can get out my cheap corded if I need that. Usually I am only cutting pine with it.

YMMV at select stores through app. DEWALT 20V MAX Cordless 6-1/2 in. Circular Saw at Tractor Supply Co - $69.99 B&M

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