11 best circular (circular) saws

More and more home craftsmen and professionals are laying aside traditional hand saws and prefer disc saws. Manufacturers, going to meet customers, have created many models. They differ in price, performance and functionality. As a result, when buying from amateurs and professionals there are difficulties associated with the selection of the optimal set of parameters and prices. Experts recommend to build on the purpose of the instrument being purchased.

Circular Saw Selection Criteria

1. The house master, who is actively involved in the construction of a house, bath or garage, has to work with wooden products of different thickness and width. In this case, such qualities as reliability, mobility, and convenience come out on top. At the same time, the price should be affordable.

2. Finishers and joiners work with such sheet materials as plywood, fiberboard, particleboard, as well as with thin platbands, parquet, laminate flooring, wall paneling and block house. In work the most important characteristic is accuracy of a cut and quality of a cut. For these options have to pay more money.

3. Carpenters in the construction of houses have to carry out not only transverse, but also longitudinal sawing of wood. Modern circular saws allow to cope with a large bar, some users accelerate it in two passes. Such work is best done on stationary machines, they have high performance and accuracy. But the price of such saws is high.

In our review hit the best circular saws. The following criteria were taken into account when compiling the rating:

1. appointment;

2. functionality;

3. price;

4. expert opinion;

5. consumer reviews.

Top circular saws rating

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Top network circular saws	1	Hammer CRP 900 A	6 984 ₽
	2	Makita 5008MG	9 689 ₽
	3	DeWALT DWE560	7 310 ₽
	4	BOSCH GKT 55 GCE	30 829 ₽
	5	BOSCH PKS 55 A	7 104 ₽
	6	Interskol DP-210 / 1900M	5 810 ₽
The best cordless circular saws	1	BOSCH GKS 10.8 V-LI 0	12 099 ₽
	2	DeWALT DCS576N	15 100 ₽
	3	RYOBI RWSL1801M	4 500 ₽
The best sawing machines	1	Makita MLT100	30 754 ₽
	2	Metabo TS 254	56 480 ₽

Top network circular saws

One of the most affordable and popular types of circular saws are network models. They have good power, are reliable and unpretentious. The only disadvantage of this group of circular saws is limited mobility. The tool can be used only in the immediate vicinity of the household electrical network. Experts have selected some interesting circular saws.

Hammer CRP 900 A

Rating: 4.9

The optimal price and excellent technical parameters were the main factors that ensured the network saw Hammer CRP 900 A to win our rating. Circular saw has the highest power (2 kW) among competitors. To make the operator comfortable to work with this serious unit, the manufacturer equipped it with a soft grip, an ergonomic body and a convenient adjustment system. The circular saw is capable of making deep kerf (up to 85 mm) in any wood.

During start-up, the saw is not pulled out of hands due to the soft start function. For the safety of work is responsible two-button system of inclusion, as well as the possibility of locking the shaft.The circular saw allows you to make cuts at either a right angle to the surface or at 45 degrees.

Makita 5008MG

Rating: 4.8

Powerful and reliable tool is the Makita 5008MG circular saw. Experts gave her second place, somewhat lost the model to the leader in power (1.8 kW) at a higher price. With the help of a saw, you can work not only with natural wood, but also with fiberboard, chipboard and some metals. For high-quality sawing, an accurate depth adjustment is provided in the circular saw. The presence of LED backlight allows you to work in a room with poor lighting. The rubberized handle with a corrugation does even long work comfortable and not tiresome.

The base plate can be adjusted by setting angles of 22.5, 45 and 50 degrees. A simple and secure accessory change is ensured by a spindle lock. Sawdust removal takes place with the help of air flow.

DeWALT DWE560

Rating: 4.7

The DeWALT DWE560 circular saw does not have record-breaking power or rich functionality. Users love her for mobility, low weight (3.7 kg) and cut quality. Despite the modest power rating (1.35 kW), the tool is capable of cutting wood products up to 65 mm thick. Not bad this circular saw copes with longitudinal sawing boards or bars, so it is often found in the carpentry workshops or construction sites. Removal of sawdust from the cutting zone occurs due to air blowing, the manufacturer has provided the ability to connect a vacuum cleaner.

For effective protection of the operator there is a reliable casing, and for more exact work the parallel emphasis is provided. Masters regret only the lack of a smooth start, and the fragile back of the sole is also criticized.

BOSCH GKT 55 GCE

Rating: 4.6

German circular saw stands out among competitors excellent quality and durability. The circular saw BOSCH GKT 55 GCE was no exception. Surprisingly, the model did not make it to the top three for a number of objective reasons. And the most important of them is the high price. Some analogues are 5 times cheaper. The circular saw does not stand out with power indicators (1.4 kW), although at high revolutions (6250 rpm) the device is able to cope with the most difficult tasks. Functions for the operator will also include features such as variable speed control, electronic motor protection and the ability to connect a vacuum cleaner.

According to experts, the main advantage of the BOSCH GKT 55 GCE chain saw is cut quality. It is for this that professionals love this circular saw.

BOSCH PKS 55 A

Rating: 4.6

The most miniature circular saw in our rating was the model BOSCH PKS 55 A. This representative of a famous brand is well on the price, but the technical characteristics do not reach the prize three. Even high engine speeds (5,600 rpm) are not able to compensate for low power (1.2 kW). Therefore, the circular saw is equipped with a small disc with a diameter of 160 mm. He is able to cope with wooden products with a thickness of 55 mm. The plastic case of a reducer limits possibilities of a saw. Therefore, the saw is not suitable for professional activity.

For home craftsmen saw can be a good helper. A dust collector provides cleanliness when working, as well as the ability to connect to a vacuum cleaner. There is a spindle lock for safe disk replacement.

Interskol DP-210 / 1900M

Rating: 4.5

The Interskol DP-210 / 1900M circular saw will be an excellent tool at the construction site. It perfectly combines high power (1.9 kW) and the lowest price. You can cut wooden boards and bars both across and along. Plywood or chipboard for the device is also not a problem. With a disc diameter of 210 mm, the tool is able to cut materials up to 75 mm thick. The circular saw has a smooth start and electronic motor protection. The manufacturer completed the saw with a long 4-meter cord, which gives more room for the master's activity.

Rise above the saw did not allow some flaws. In reviews, users note the lack of quality and accuracy of the cut. There is a beating of the native disk, so many owners buy a better cutting part.

The best cordless circular saws

Away from the household electrical network, cordless circular saws come to the rescue. These mobile and convenient devices can not boast of high power and high speed. But the weakest link in the instrument is the battery. Often, craftsmen have to buy additional batteries to ensure smooth operation. Our review presents the best cordless circular saws to date.

BOSCH GKS 10.8 V-LI 0

Rating: 4.9

One of the most successful tools in the line-up of a well-known manufacturer is the BOSCH GKS 10.8 V-LI 0 rechargeable saw. The model was liked by home craftsmen and professionals, its capabilities and experts highly appreciated. The tool became the winner of the rating due to its lightness (1.2 kg) and mobility, which make it possible to work tirelessly for a long time. It is worth noting a number of pleasant things. This is a guide, depth control, charge indicator. And if you also take into account the silent operation, the operator gets real pleasure from the creative process.

With a saw, you can safely go into rooms with low illumination, since the model is equipped with an effective backlight. From weak points, users note a low battery capacity, the saw can lead away to the side on a native disk.

DeWALT DCS576N

Rating: 4.8

The most powerful and rechargeable circular saw in our review was the model DeWALT DCS576N. Her experts gave the second line of the rating. Circular saw has not only maximum power (1.5 kW) and speed (5800 rev / min), but also the largest disk diameter (190 mm). As a result, the machine can cut boards and bars up to 67 mm thick. At the same time there is a turning mechanism that allows you to change the angle of inclination by 45 degrees.

The winner of the DeWALT DCS576N circular saw failed due to the high price and the lack of a battery and charger. In addition, a 54-volt battery is required for the tool. A large weight (3.7 kg) can quickly lead to operator fatigue.

RYOBI RWSL1801M

Rating: 4.7

The low price of the RYOBI RWSL1801M cordless saw attracts the attention of ordinary home craftsmen and experienced experts. In this case, the manufacturer manages to provide the instrument with good quality. For these features, the model got to the third step of the rating. Relatively high engine life remains. In addition, the device is equipped with a laser marker, which allows you to make a very accurate cut to a depth of 45 mm. It is possible to connect a vacuum cleaner, and also provides a spindle lock.

Experts identify the use of non-standard seating diameter (10 mm) from the saw blades.Because of this, it is necessary to use transitional washers when installing a new disk.

The best sawing machines

Professional joiners and carpenters use sawing machines in their work. For convenience, the tool has an adjustable table, it can be equipped with legs or mounted to a workbench. Sawing machines are much more powerful and accurate than circular saws. But they are expensive and less economical to operate. In the field of view of experts got a few models.

Makita MLT100

Rating: 4.9

The Makita MLT100 sawing machine can be an ornament to any carpentry workshop. The saw has outstanding capabilities, which allows it to be used both for household and professional purposes. The saw is designed for installation on a workbench or table, which is fixed by fasteners. With a power of 1.5 kW and a frequency of 4300 rpm, the tool will easily cope with the cutting of wood with a thickness of 91 mm. The machine table is moved apart to the sides and forward, it is made of durable aluminum alloy.

Experts gave this sawing machine the first place in the ranking for jewelry cutting accuracy, compact size, the ability to move the tool on the trolley, as well as at a reasonable price.

Metabo TS 254

Rating: 4.8

The professional sawing machine is the Metabo TS 254 model. It is similar in most parameters to the rating winner, but because of the higher price it takes the second place. The saw favorably differs in power (2 kW), high rotational speed (4200 rpm), depth of cut (87 mm). Professionals note the quality of cutting and high accuracy, which is very important in carpentry and carpentry.

Experts identify several features of a circular machine. This is an adjustable table with legs on which you can install additional tools. There is also a customizable parallel stop for easy wood processing. A vacuum cleaner can be connected to the machine, the engine has electronic protection and starts up smoothly.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.