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Circular saw guides: 4 models, one plain row each
Each row says who the model suits, its main strength and its main catch, taken from each guide's listed sources. Open a guide to confirm the exact model and what's included before you buy on Amazon.
| Product | Best for | Main strength | Main caveat |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEWALT DCS391B 20V MAX 6-1/2 in. Cordless Circular Saw (Tool Only) | DEWALT 20V MAX owners who want a smaller cordless saw for lumber and sheet goods | Works with any 20V MAX battery | Battery and charger are extra |
| DEWALT DWE575 7-1/4 in. 15 Amp Lightweight Corded Circular Saw | Corded wood cutting that needs a 7-1/4 in. blade and a bevel past 45 degrees | No battery to buy or charge | No electric brake on this model |
| Makita XSH04ZB 18V LXT Sub-Compact Brushless 6-1/2 in. Circular Saw (Tool Only) | Makita 18V LXT owners who want a compact blade-right saw for framing and roofing cuts | Dust attachment included | Battery and charger are extra |
| DEWALT DCS590WW1 20V MAX XR 7-1/4 in. Brushless Circular Saw Kit (8Ah) | Cordless wood cutting that needs full 7-1/4 in. depth, a brake and a battery in the box | Battery and charger in the box | Dust port and extractor sold separately |
What to check before buying
These circular saw guides set out each saw's blade size, depth of cut, bevel range, brake and what the box leaves out, from DEWALT's and Makita's pages and manuals, and note where a maker's page, its manual and the Amazon listing disagree.
- Blade size and depth. The 7-1/4 in. DWE575 and DCS590WW1 cut 2-9/16 in. deep at 90 degrees, per DEWALT. Makita lists 2-1/4 in. for the 6-1/2 in. XSH04ZB, and the Amazon listing gives 2-1/8 in. for the DCS391B.
- Cord or battery. The DWE575 is a 15 amp corded saw. The DCS590WW1 kit includes an 8Ah battery and charger, while the DCS391B and XSH04ZB are sold without either.
- Bevel range. DEWALT gives 0 to 57 degrees for the DWE575 and DCS590, and 0 to 50 for the DCS391. Makita lists 0 to 50 for the XSH04ZB, with a stopper for precise 45 degree cuts.
- Brake. DEWALT's DCS590 page and Makita's XSH04 manual list an electric brake. The DWE575 manual covers a brake only for the DWE575SB model, and DEWALT's DWE575 page lists none.
- Warranty. DEWALT's pages list three-year limited warranties, with one year of free service added on the DWE575 and DCS391B pages. Makita's page lists three years for the XSH04ZB.
This page collects 4 circular saw guides from Plain Buy Guides. Each guide covers one exact Amazon listing: the maker's published specifications, what the listing says is included, the fit and installation limits that decide whether it suits you, and the main caveat, with every source listed and dated. Nothing here is based on hands-on testing, and no guide promises a price or stock level.
In the table above, the Best for column says who each model suits, and the strength and caveat columns carry the first point each guide makes. Open a guide before buying to confirm the exact model, the included parts and any conflict between the listing and the maker's documents, which each guide reports rather than settles. Side-by-side pages put the published facts of two models from this category in one place.
- DEWALT DCS391B 20V MAX 6-1/2 in. Cordless Circular Saw (Tool Only)
DEWALT's DCS391B is a 20V MAX 6-1/2 in. cordless circular saw sold tool only. It bevels 0 to 50 degrees; DEWALT's page lists 5,150 rpm and its manual 5,250.
- DEWALT DWE575 7-1/4 in. 15 Amp Lightweight Corded Circular Saw
DEWALT's DWE575 is a 15 amp corded 7-1/4 in. circular saw that DEWALT lists at 8.8 lbs. It cuts 2-9/16 in. deep at 90 degrees and bevels to 57 degrees.
- Makita XSH04ZB 18V LXT Sub-Compact Brushless 6-1/2 in. Circular Saw (Tool Only)
Makita's XSH04ZB is an 18V LXT sub-compact brushless 6-1/2 in. circular saw sold tool only. It cuts 2-1/4 in. deep at 90 degrees and bevels to 50 degrees.
- DEWALT DCS590WW1 20V MAX XR 7-1/4 in. Brushless Circular Saw Kit (8Ah)
DEWALT's DCS590WW1 kit pairs its 20V MAX XR brushless 7-1/4 in. circular saw with an 8Ah battery and charger. It has an electric brake and bevels to 57 degrees.