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DEWALT DCS575B vs Skil 5480-01

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DEWALT DCS575BSkil 5480-01
Title DEWALT FLEXVOLT 60V MAX Circular Saw, 7 1/4-Inch, Brushless, Tool Only (DCS575B)Skil 5480-01 13 Amp 7-1/4-Inch Circular Saw Kit
Model DEWALT
DCS575B
Skil
5480-01

Basic Info

Suggested Price $221.95$73.99 ($0.40 / oz)
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Release Oct 2016Sep 2012

Overview

Top Features
  • Flexible - power of corded. Freedom of cordless. The world's first battery that automatically changes voltage when you change tools
  • 7-1/4" full size blade for corded capacity. Batteries are not included
  • Electronic brake stops the blade after trigger is released
  • Bevel cut capacity up to 57 degrees with stops at 22.5 and 45
  • Brushless motor is maximized for run time and durability; 5800 RPM for quality cuts with speed
  • *Maximum initial battery voltage (measured without a workload) is 20 volts. Nominal voltage is 18
  • The product is 7-1/4" 13A Circle Saw
  • Easy to use
  • The product is manufactured in China
  • The durable ball bearing motor construction gives the saw a longer life
  • 2-point Line of Sight allows users to make more accurate cuts
  • The foot is 20-percent larger than the previous generation guaranteeing more stability and control when making cuts
  • A rear lever depth-adjustment assures accurate cut depth in material

Reviews

Walmart Rating4.6 (out of 14 reviews)4.7 (out of 43 reviews)
Latest Reviews

Saw has good power
Rating: 5
I have had my DEWALT 60V circular saw for about 4 months now. Now that I use this one I see the lack of power in other brands like Milwaukee. This thing cuts very good. It does not bog down like other cordless saws. Fresh battery and blade and I'm good to go for a long while. I like this saw. I recommend investing in this saw to anyone looking to buy. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by Kalan6586 on 2019-11-08T16:00:00

Power in my hand
Rating: 5
I find myself using this tool more than my corded DeWalt saw. Lots of power, it will last all day on one battery on framing and other tasks. Good weight not too heavy but enough to keep straight while ripping. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by WuberDog on 2020-05-29T17:00:00

Durable and easy to use.
Rating: 5
Had an old Craftsman saw and it was stolen from my garage. I purchased this DeWalt saw to finish the project I had stared and it was so much easier to operate than the old Craftsman. I'm pretty rough on tools and this saw has been dropped (accidentally) and never missed a beat. I like the saws so much I purchased the Mitter saw Mitter table to go with it. I don't believe I'll be using any other brand but DeWalt from now on. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by cranecurtis on 2020-05-31T17:00:00

An amazing tool
Rating: 5
I can't say enough about this tool. I have the older 6.5”, 18 volt saw. I used it for quite a bit over the years. If you planed to building any thing you had to keep 2 - 3 batteries around to do a day's work. I also felt it had no power. You could forget ripping pressure treated wood, it stained the whole length and quickly killed the battery. I recently purchased the 60 volt circular saw. It cuts through pressure treated wood with ease. I built a 16x12 stick by stick. The whole job used only 2 batteries. Simply amazing tool!! [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by Patriot457 on 2019-11-05T16:00:00

Great time saver
Rating: 5
I like the fact that I can go from my drill to saw with just a switch of a battery. I love the fact that it is cordless and fits well with all my other dewalt tools [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by Weston on 2020-05-31T17:00:00

Great features
Rating: 5
I bought this beast about 2 years ago and it is awesome
by Splinters on 2020-08-13T17:00:00

Rock solid performer!
Rating: 5
Bought this over the summer and have really gotten to put it through its paces the last month or so. It's outperformed every expectation I've had. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by Equatorian on 2019-11-11T16:00:00

Powerful
Rating: 5
Had the 20v version and didn't know if it would be worth the upgrade but this thing packed a punch definitely worth it [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by Efren on 2019-11-08T16:00:00

Flexvolt
Rating: 5
Awesome tools.. Always work good.. Battery also very good [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by Johnny boy on 2019-11-04T16:00:00

Lots of power
Rating: 4
I AM IMPRESSED WITH THE POWER OF THE SAW. IT WEIGHS LESS THEN THE GREEN COMPETITOR MY PARTNER USES. HOWEVER THE ERGONOMICS IS BETTER ON THE GREEN ONE. MY TRIGGER FINGER BINDS ON THE GUARD WHEN USING. BATTERY LIFE IS GOOD NOT GREAT EVEN WITH A FULLY CHARGED FLEXVOLT BATTERY. PROBABLY WOULD HAVE ANY COMPLAINTS EXCEPT I SOMETIMES USE COMPETITOR'S CORDLESS SAW THAT IS SLIGHTLY NICER BUT WEIGHS MORE WITH ITS 2 BATTERIES. [This review was collected as part of a promotion.]
by Fredrich on 2019-11-09T16:00:00

User friendly, works well.
Rating: 5
I like this saw. It has a lot of features that makes it easy to use. Power, spindle look, sawdust blower, ease of adjustment,and power on light to name a few.
by Lewis on 2017-01-11T16:00:00

I sure I will die before this saw does.
Rating: 5
A decade or two ago I purchased a Skill Circular saw and have abused it a bunch. The latest was when I put a concrete blade on it and cut up a slap to make stepping stones. It still functions, but makes a little bearing noise when I release the trigger. So, I purchased another one and put a 40 tooth blade in it and love the way it cuts. Thanks for build tools I can rely on...!
by SkunkvilleJunker on 2017-03-06T16:00:00

A cut above!
Rating: 5
I have been using this circular saw for a few months, and it fits the bill of this DIY guy. It cuts clean, is light weight yet sturdy. I am well pleased and I have no doubt that I will get years of good service from this saw. I definitely recommend it and I would buy it again.
by Volfan on 2016-12-31T16:00:00

good tool
Rating: 5
I am new at all this but as far as I can tell this is a GREAT tool. It is very easy to use and leaves a clean cut. I have been useing it to remodel my house and the only complaint I have is that I think the cord is too short (thats why they make extention cords, I know). I dont know if they are all like that or not because this is the first one I have ever bought.
by Pxxxxx on 2009-02-20T16:00:00

What you expect from Skil
Rating: 5
My old SkilSaw died after nearly twenty years. I didn't need to shop other makes and am completely satisfied with my new one. For every job I do around the house, this is what I need.
by MaadMaax on 2009-02-04T16:00:00

A great gift
Rating: 5
I purchased the product for my husband for Fathers day. He used it Friday for the first time he was well pleased with the way it handled and the way it cut. I made a great choice.
by fluff1 on 2009-07-07T17:00:00

EZ to use
Rating: 5
As a first time user of a circular saw, I was a bit apprehensive. I read several safety and how-to-articles. I had no trouble at all in attaching the blade that came with it. The push lock tab held everything in place with no movement. In minutes I was ready. I first made a few practice cuts on the end of a 2 x 4 and found it to be very easy. I had a little trouble at first holding it , but soon it became second nature. On to tackling the job at hand which was replacing the edge of the roofline. This amounted to cutting out some sections of shiplap which also required setting the cut depth carefully so as not to cut the rafter tails and facia. I did so without a scratch! Then I had to cut out some rotten sections of a couple of the rafter tails. Not wanting to remove the sheathing on the roof, I decided to just trim off the rotted section near the plate and butt join the new tails. Nearly perfect fit, it was tight enough, I would not even had to have use screws, but I did anyway using an impact driver. Next called for cutting off a length of rotted facia requiring a 45 degree bevel cut on the end. I used a speed square as a guide for the saw foot. Perfect cut, first time! Saw handled nicely,was fairly light, and I could do so with one hand if necessary although it is not recommended. Only complaints are the markings for adjustments are hard to see, and not completely accurate. The bevel adjustment is a little tricky and has a tendancy to stick, that is, the movement is not all that smooth and takes a little fiddling to get the settings accurate. The blade that comes with the saw is not the best, but it will do. I will purchase a better quality blade.
by james92026 on 2016-05-15T17:00:00

I love this saw!
Rating: 5
My thirty-plus year old Black & Decker saw quit on me in the middle of a deck building project and I needed a replacement fast. This Skil saw looked like the best similar product among the various models that I shopped. I liked this one much better than my old B&D saw. It is lighter, easier to handle and line up for the cut, and it cut through the 2 x 4's like butter! I'm looking forward to more projects with this saw!
by gobluekuz on 2013-08-23T17:00:00

Excellent power for the price
Rating: 5
I bought this saw for small projects around the house. I wanted one that had enough power to do the job (cutting boards, fence rails, decking, etc.) but didn't break the bank. This saw certainly has the power for the job and it was relatively inexpensive. It is well-made and seems to be very durable.
by ZackAttack on 2013-09-03T17:00:00

Replacement saw
Rating: 4
Great saw. Been using SKIL for a while now and needed to replace an older circ saw from another brand and this one fit the bill. My only concern was that it didn.t come with a lefty option but hey not many do!
by Mojo Low on 2020-08-10T17:00:00

All Features

Voltage60 volts120 volts
Item model numberDCS575B5480-01
Power SourceBattery poweredcorded-electric
Item Weight10.1 pounds11.5 pounds
Warranty Description3 year limited warranty30 day money back guarentee, 1 year manufactuer warranty
Measurement SystemMetric
Materialsteel
StyleCircular saw
Batteries Required?YesNo
Item Package Quantity11
Type of BulbLED
Included Components(1) DCS575 7-1/4" (184 mm) Circular Saw, (1) Blade, (1) Blade wrenchbare-tool
Batteries Included?NoNo
releaseOct 2016Sep 2012
Certificationcertified frustration-free
Horsepower2.30
Size5/8"

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