Tag Archives: Circular Saw
GREENWORKS 24V Circular Saw Kit Review: For Our Shop?
We’ve been eyeing the GREENWORKS 24V Combo as a potential “grab-and-go” kit for our shop—especially for quick builds where dragging out corded tools feels like overkill. The lineup is refreshingly practical: a 6.5” circular saw for sheet goods and trimming, a 1/2” drill for everyday fastening and holes, and a 1/4” impact driver that promises the kind of snappy torque we rely on. The 200-lumen flashlight sounds minor, but in crowded corners and late cleanups, it can earn its place. What really caught our attention is the power setup: a 4.0Ah and 2.0Ah battery (marketed as 24,000mAh PB), plus a 65W rapid charger and braided cables—hinting at a kit designed to keep moving, not waiting.
Ryobi P505 Circular Saw Review: Right for Our Shop?
We brought the Ryobi One+ P505 18V Lithium-Ion cordless 5 1/2" circular saw into our shop to see whether its compact profile could earn a spot on our go-to rack. With a stated 4,700 RPM, it promises quick, confident cuts for light framing, trim tweaks, and the kind of “just one more board” jobs that pop up mid-project. The small blade makes it feel nimble in tight spaces, while the One+ platform keeps things familiar—assuming we already have batteries on hand, since this is a tool-only purchase. In this review, we’ll look at how it handles real materials, cutoff accuracy, and whether the convenience outweighs the limitations.
Makita XSS02Z Circular Saw Review: Right for Our Shop?
We brought the Makita XSS02Z 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 6-1/2" Circular Saw into our shop with one question in mind: can a tool-only cordless saw earn a permanent spot on our bench? Right away, the compact 6-1/2" blade size feels like it’s built for daily versatility—breaking down sheet goods, trimming studs, and handling fast punch-list cuts without dragging a cord across the floor. The familiar Makita ergonomics sit naturally in our hands, and the cordless freedom changes the rhythm of our workflow in subtle ways. Still, we’re watching the trade-offs: runtime on tough materials, cut consistency, and whether it keeps its edge as jobs pile up.
