Here is a compiled list of 11 of the best Cordless Circular Saws. This list was created by measuring consistent year over year performance over the past 3 years. Below the list is an in-depth detail section for more information about each circular saw.
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Milwaukee M18 FUEL 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw |
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9 lbs | 5,000 RPM |  4.8/5 |
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DeWalt FLEXVOLT 60V MAX* 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw with Brake | $$ | 7.6 lbs | 5,800 RPM | 
4.7/5 |
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Bosch 18V Litheon 6-1/2 in. Circular Saw | $$ | 6.6 lbs | 3,900 RPM | 
4.6/5 |
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Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion 6-1/2 in. Circular Saw | $$ | 7.3 lbs | 3,700 RPM | 
4.4/5 |
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Festool HKC 55 EB Circular Saw | $$$ | 9.7 lbs | 5,200 RPM | 
4.5/5 |
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DeWalt 20V Max* 7-1/4″ Circular Saw | $$ | 7.5 lbs | 5,200 RPM |
4.8/5 |
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M12 Fuel 5-3/8 in. Circular Saw | $$ | 5.35 lbs | 3,600 RPM | 
4.3/5 |
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Porter Cable 20V Max Lithium 6-1/2 in. Circular Saw | $ | 6.5 lbs | 4,000 RPM | 
4.1/5 |
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Makita 12V Max Li-Ion 3-3/8 in. Circular Saw | $ | 3.3 lbs | 1,400 RPM |
4.4/5 |
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DeWalt 20V MAX* Lithium Ion Metal Cutting Circular Saw | $$ | 8.3 lbs. | 3,700 RPM |
4.5/5 |
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Milwaukee M18 Cordless Lithium-Ion 5-3/8 in. Metal Saw | $$ | 5.8 lbs | 3,600 RPM | 
4.9/5 |
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Milwaukee M18 FUEL 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw
The Milwaukee M18 series offers a plethora of great tools that stand out. Not only is their circular saw one of those great tools, but it is also a part of the Milwaukee Fuel series. When you have finished using this saw you will wonder why you ever considered an electric saw. By the way, did we mention that it also has the longest warranty on the list.
| Application: Wood | Warranty: 5 Year |
| Volt: 18 | Blade Size: 7-1/4 in. |
| Max Cut Depth at 90°: 2-1/2 in. |
Bevel Capacity: 50° |
| Brushless Motor: Yes | Product ID: 2732-21HD |
DeWalt FLEXVOLT 60V MAX* 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw with Brake
The DeWalt FLEXVOLT 60V MAX* has the highest customer rating on our list. This monster can make 399 cuts to 2×4’s in one battery charge. It is also the only saw on the list equipped with an electronic safety brake. The phrase Cutting the Cord cannot be more evident than in this DeWalt FLEXVOLT circular saw.
| Application: Wood | Warranty: 3 Year |
| Volt: 60* | Blade Size: 7-1/4 in. |
| Max Cut Depth at 90°: 2-9/16 in. | Bevel Capacity: 57° |
| Brushless Motor: Yes | Product ID: DCS575T1 |
Bosch 18V Litheon 6-1/2 in. Circular Saw
The only Bosch product to top this list, but for good reason. This saw has an anti-snag guard that creates clean seamless cuts time and time again. Lightweight combined with quality. The Bosch Litheon circular saw is a proven performer on all residential and industrial framing and roofing jobs.
| Application: Wood | Warranty: 1 Year |
| Volt: 18 | Blade Size: 6-1/2 in. |
| Max Cut Depth at 90°: 2 in. |
Bevel Capacity: 50° |
| Brushless Motor: No | Product ID: CCS180B |
Makita 18V LXT Lithium-ion 6-1/2″ Circular Saw
Makita’s circular saw offers a motor with 3,700 RPM for faster cutting. It is also equipped with Star Protection Computer Controls ™ to protect the saw from overheating. The other great thing with Makita cordless tools is that their battery chargers come with a fan to prevent them from overheating. Kind of the go-to tool in hot weather.
| Application: Wood | Warranty: 3 Year |
| Volt: 18 | Blade Size: 6-1/2 in. |
| Max Cut Depth at 90°: 2-1/4 in. |
Bevel Capacity: 50° |
| Brushless Motor: No | Product ID: XSS02Z |
Festool HKC 55 EB Circular Saw
The most accurate cordless circular saw to hit the market. Need we say more.
| Application: Wood | Warranty: 3 Year |
| Volt: 18 | Blade Size: 6-1/4 in. |
| Max Cut Depth at 90°: 2-1/15 in. |
Bevel Capacity: 50° |
| Brushless Motor: No | Product ID: 564626 |
DeWalt 20V Max* 7-1/4″ Circular Saw
Some time ago DeWalt upgraded their 20V MAX* Lithium Ion Circular saw to 5,200 RPM from the old 3,700 RPM. This upgrade in RPM allowed the user to complete their cutting task faster and more efficient. If anyone is still skeptical, their saw toolkit includes a 90-day money back guarantee.
| Application: Wood | Warranty: 3 Year |
| Volt: 20* | Blade Size: 7-1/4 in. |
| Max Cut Depth at 90°: 2-9/16 in. |
Bevel Capacity: 57° |
| Brushless Motor: No | Product ID: DCS570B |
M12 FUEL 5-3/8 in. Circular Saw
Milwaukee M12 Cordless Tools consistently hit that mark of excellence. Their M12 cordless circular saw is no different. Pair this saw with the M12 Li-Ion XC 4.0Ah High Capacity battery and you have a true contender for saw of the year.
| Application: Wood | Warranty: 5 Year |
| Volt: 12 | Blade Size: 5-3/8 in. |
| Max Cut Depth at 90°: 1-5/8 in. |
Bevel Capacity: 50° |
| Brushless Motor: Yes | Product ID: 2530-21XC |
Porter Cable 20V Max Lithium 6-1/2 in. Circular Saw
Porter Cable created a very affordable cordless circular saw. It is a great product that will get the job done day in and day out. The Porter Cable cordless series really tailors to anyone getting into the power tool market and has the features that the seasoned professional demands.
| Application: Wood | Warranty: 3 Year |
| Volt: 20 | Blade Size: 6-1/2 in. |
| Max Cut Depth at 90°: 2-1/8 in. |
Bevel Capacity: 50° |
| Brushless Motor: No | Product ID: PCC660B |
Makita 12V Max Li-Ion 3-3/8 in. Circular Saw
Anyone who finds themselves working in tight quarters or routinely cuts down sheet goods needs to have a Makita 12V Max Li-Ion laying around. It comes in handy so often with its small size and lightweight. Don’t be fooled, this saw can still pack a punch.
| Application: Wood | Warranty: 3 Year |
| Volt: 12 | Blade Size: 3-3/8 in. |
| Max Cut Depth at 90°: 1 in. |
Bevel Capacity: 45° |
| Brushless Motor: No | Product ID: SHo1zW |
DeWalt 20V MAX* Lithium Ion Metal Cutting Circular Saw
DeWalt’s metal saw has a high-strength steel shoe. This helps reduce chip build up, and creates durability. It has the highest RPM of all the metal cutting saws on our list which provides a superior cut. This powerful saw will get the job done.
| Application: Metal | Warranty: 3 Year |
| Volt: 20* | Blade Size: 5-1/2 in. |
| Max Cut Depth at 90°: 1-11/16 in. |
Bevel Capacity: N/a |
| Brushless Motor: No | Product ID: DCS373P2 |
Milwaukee M18 Cordless Lithium-Ion 5-3/8 in. Metal Saw
This saw delivers up to 35% more power than previous models. In one battery life it can do 200 cuts of ¾ inch electrical pipe conduit. There are 3 metal cutting circular saws on our list, Milwaukee’s M18 Metal saw has the longest warranty and will keep you up and working.
| Application: Metal | Warranty: 5 Year |
| Volt: 18 | Blade Size: 5-3/8 in. |
| Max Cut Depth at 90°: 2 in. | Bevel Capacity: 50° |
| Brushless Motor: No | Product ID: 2682-22 |
Thanks for checking out the top saws for 2018, let us know which is your favorite and why in the comments below.
2 Comments
Kuso
February 19, 2018 at 8:59 pmMilwaukee 2731 has a brake as well, not only Dewalt
Acme Tools
February 21, 2018 at 6:16 pmHi Kuso, Thank you for your comment. The Milwaukee 2731 does have a mechanism that will slow the blade down very quickly but it is not fast enough to get the UL approval to call it a brake. We have talked to Milwaukee about this and they are working on a solution.
Thank you,
Acme Tools