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Customer Reviews for DEWALT FLEXVOLT 60V MAX Cordless Brushless 7-1/4 in. Sidewinder Style Circular Saw with Brake with (1) FLEXVOLT 9.0Ah Battery

Internet #311842324

Model #DCS578X1

Store SKU #1004883597

  • Includes (1) FLEXVOLT (9Ah at 20V or 3Ah at 60V) Battery, Charger
  • 2,465 unit watts out
  • 57° bevel and 2-9/16 in. depth cut capacity

Customer Reviews

  • 4.8
    out of 876 reviews
  • 94% recommend this product
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Why no Rip Fence
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love the saw, extremely frustrated there's no rip fence!!
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    Very impressed with this saw
    I was tired of my corded circ saw even though it was a Bosch(really nice saw) and wanted something that would come close to the power of what I already had. I have other Dewalt products and they perform well but this is my first cordless. So far it has exceeded my expectations. It cut all of the wood in the picture on one charge. Small cuts but there are hundreds of them. Solid cutting from the first to the last. While probably not for everyone, I think this is going to be perfect for my needs.
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      • Recommended
      Battery missing the led sticker
      Everything looks good and works as it should but the baterry it’s missing the sticker that cover where it tells you how much battery you have left and it can easily get dust inside the battery
      by
        • Recommended
        I very complaced whith this tool
        I liked the tool have same power to power cord saw
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        • Verified Purchase
        • Recommended
        Not as describe ,Not strong
        I do not recommend this tool This is not strong to remove the lugs nut on my vehicles. Still brand new, I try it two times but didn’t work Unfortunately I try to returned after 90 day but they don’t accepted .
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        Response from DewaltProductExpertJan 4, 2023
        Hello. We appreciate your feedback on the product and are sorry to hear about the issue. This is not the kind of performance we expect from our products and would like to speak to you about this issue so we can assist you in resolving this to your satisfaction. Please email me at wecare@sbdinc.com and reference case #6263158. Thank you, Maria DEWALT Social Rep.
          2 found this review helpful
          Great Deal, Great Saw
          Note, I'm not a professional so take this review from a consumer perspective. Is it overkill for my uses? Maybe. Do I feel good using it? Oh yeah. The included 9ah Flexvolt battery is great for this and other tools, loads of power and cut time. Saw is very comfortable to hold even with the weight, the bevel is solid, easy to change out the blade, good line of site and blade visibility. I love this thing.
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            • Recommended
            1 found this review helpful
            Headed back to the store
            Chunks of solder are rattling around in the motor compartment. Not sure if they broke off the board or if it was just a sloppy job assembling the unit. I'm not going to open it up to to find out.
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            Response from DewaltProductExpertSep 14, 2023
            Hello Andy Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. I'm sorry you weren't pleased with the circular saw model number DCS578X1 Your feedback is valuable as we take into consideration every piece of feedback that we come across. I will pass this along to our team for review. It is feedback like yours that allows us to make improvements.
            Thanks, Sherri DEWALT
              1 found this review helpful
              Battery don’t last and this is for left handed
              One charged only cut 4x4 10 ft long both sides after that it dies and sucks they don’t make this circular saw in this size left handed I don’t what dewalt was thinking most people are right handed go with Milwaukee
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              Response from DewaltProductExpertAug 30, 2022
              Hi Clas. I'm sorry to see the 2 star review. We would appreciate the chance to speak with you and assist you with any issue that you may be experiencing with Circular Saw. Please email wecare@sbdinc.com and reference ticket # 5332632.
              Michelle
              DEWALT Social Media Rep
                Worked great until it didnt.
                This 60v circular saw boasts tons of power and able to make clean precise cuts until it cannot make precise cuts any longer. I am a hobbyist woodworker and have owned this saw for a few years and typically am a "buy once, cry once" tool purchaser to make sure I buy the right tool. After moderate use on weekends the base plate of the saw does not align with the blade, therefore making the saw useless. I typically use a straight edge and clamps to make long straight cuts on sheets and now am unable to do so. In the images you can see the edge of square is and is not in contact with the front and back of the blade respectively. This is a brand new blade and now the saw is only good for rough cuts and demo. I would avoid this product if you care to own your tools for several years.
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                Response from DewaltProductExpertFeb 10, 2022
                Hi Angry_woodworker

                We appreciate your feedback. We would like to speak to you about the experience you had. Please contact support at WECARE@sbdinc.com and include a brief description of the issue you are having along with your contact information.
                I look forward to hearing from you.

                Thank you
                Sherri C
                DEWALT
                  5 found this review helpful
                  I had the 20 max this is superior by far...
                  I had the 20 max this is superior by far and with that battery can’t beat the price
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                    This cordless could almost be a replacement for your corded circular saw. First thing, I am a ve...
                    This cordless could almost be a replacement for your corded circular saw. First thing, I am a very capable DIYer, not a builder and tested this saw on pressure treated lumber which we know is the bane of circular saws abilities . this saw with battery is heavy, it weighs in at 11 pounds , that is 2 pounds more than a similar competitors model using the same 9 amp battery. so carrying this up and down a ladder may be a consideration. The included rafter hook was far more convenient than I first thought. I was able to hang the saw on lumber while I measured, etc, which eliminates the up and down or tripping on the saw accidentally. The battery charged quickly, it arrived with 1 bar of charge and was fully charged in under 30 minutes. The included blade was ok for rough work, it is a bit of a thin kerf blade which i found hard to keep straight on wet lumber, but tracked fine on dried 2x6's . I tried this out on pressure treated 2x6s and it went through them almost as well as my corded saw. I did need to go a little slower but not baby the cuts. I was able to make 41 cuts on a charge, which was not bad at all. having only one battery slows you down, but I was able to use a 20 volt battery from another tool to keep going while the battery charged, but I did notice a difference when cutting the wet lumber with the standard battery. This is a really nice saw and comes with a good quality storage bag, I personally like that this saw takes standard 7 1/4 inch blades, You can purchase a similar kit with 2 batteries which you may want to consider, but if you are not cutting lumber lal day, one battery will do the trick
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                    • Recommended
                    13 found this review helpful
                    The Dewalt flexvolt 60 volt Brushless circular saw is awesome. The 7 1/4 circular saw is light w...
                    The Dewalt flexvolt 60 volt Brushless circular saw is awesome. The 7 1/4 circular saw is light weight even with the battery installed. The saw is very powerful for a battery operated saw. The light on the saw shows exactly where you are cutting and you can use multi volt batteries. An easy saw to operate and has a good balance to it. The saw is very durable and would last a long time. I would recommend this saw to all my family and friends. A very well made saw.
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                    • Recommended
                    5 found this review helpful
                    This is a great portable circular saw by Dewalt. It is a type of saw that my husband and I consi...
                    This is a great portable circular saw by Dewalt. It is a type of saw that my husband and I consider essential for our projects. It's easy to hold with two hands and I really like that it is battery operated. Our previous circular saw, that we bought years ago had to be plugged in, did not have the safety features or the adjustments that this saw provides. It is well balanced in the hand and easy to manage, though you do have to use both hands to push a button in order to pull the trigger to start it. This is a great safety feature as you will not accidentally turn the saw on. It has an LED light so you can see where you're cutting. It also has blade and angle adjustments. This saw can be used to cut wood for almost any purpose. That it is portable makes it even more versatile.
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                    • Recommended
                    4 found this review helpful
                    This Dewalt 60V Max Brushless 7-1/4 Cordless Circular Saw with accessories is a great package dea...
                    This Dewalt 60V Max Brushless 7-1/4 Cordless Circular Saw with accessories is a great package deal. The kit includes a Flexvolt Battery and charger with 2,465 unit watts out. The saw has a 57 degree bevel, 2-9/16th in depth cut capacity, and an electric break that stops after the trigger is released.It puts out 47% more power than the DCS575 60 Volt Max. With the no-load speed of 5800 RPM it delivers the power of a corded circular saw.It's portable and has the convenience of cordless through Dewalts Flexvolt technology.In addition to all the saws great features it also has an integrated LED for increased visibility and cut accuracy, and a rafter hook for easy storage. I'm so glad to be rid of using so many old corded tools. This is a must have saw for the DIY and advanced professional, it's a real work horse that just won't quit.
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                    • Recommended
                    6 found this review helpful
                    I recently ordered and received the DeWalt flexvolt 60-volt max, brushless 7-1/4-inch circular sa...
                    I recently ordered and received the DeWalt flexvolt 60-volt max, brushless 7-1/4-inch circular saw. This is truly a heavy-duty piece of cordless equipment. When I first took it out of the box, I thought to myself, this looks odd. After a few moments of examination, it dawned on me that the cutting blade is on the right-hand side of the saw. I have several corded and non-corded circular saws and all of them have the saw blade on the left side. When I first handled it, I thought to myself, this is not going to work for me, but after actually trying the saw out, it actually made very little difference. In fact, it was just as easy to use as any of my other saws. I got less sawdust thrown at me and I was very quickly able to get used to looking over my right hand to view my cut line. I like this saw very much and it is a real work horse. It cut 2-inch stock like butter. I cannot actually attest to how long the saw will hold a charge, but I made about 10-12 cuts on a 2x4 and I could not detect any noticeable power loss. The saw also has quick release adjustments for blade depth of cut and blade angle. The only thing that may be a drawback to some is the saws weight. It is actually heavier than my corded Makita saw. In summary, this is a very nice cordless saw and is definitely up to par with what one expects from a DeWalt product. The only very small knocks I have are its weight and the blade on the right-hand side of the saw (which I got used to very quickly). In regard to the weight of the saw, this probably cannot be avoided due to the battery. I’ve included a few pictures below to give an idea of the saws appearance and size.
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                    • Recommended
                    10 found this review helpful
                    flexvolt gen-2
                    This thing will not stop and with the bigger battery and rafter hook its a must have!!!!
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                      • Recommended
                      4 found this review helpful
                      This saw is a beast
                      I had previously been using the Gen 1 Flexvolt Sidewinder saw and then seen this new Gen 2 version was going to release soon and felt I needed to pick one up. Cosmetically the Gen 1 and this version look essentially the same. Spec wise they are also very similar. This one boasts a more powerful motor that matches the specs of Dewalt's FV Wormdrive style saw though. This newer version also comes with a 9.0 FV battery as opposed to the 6.0 FV battery that the older version comes with. Charger wise I know this is Dewalt's new two stage charger but the included charger is a 6amp charger where the previous version is a 8amp charger with fan. With that said while the included charger between the two seems like a slight downgrade I can say so far the new two stage charger seems to do just fine and charges the 9.0 battery quickly. I gave this a 4 star rating because I have not had long term use with the tool but so far I am very pleased. It is a beast of a saw that does not bog down with use when I paired it with a 40 tooth Diablo (fighting chicken) blade lol. The included 24T blade is ok but I just prefer the Diablo blades and prefer a finer tooth for my applications. Overall I feel this saw is a nice upgrade to the Gen 1 and even if the only improvement was the battery upgrade it would be worth it but the saw itself seems to be quite the workhorse and has a nice light and rafter hook. If in the market for a new sidewinder or you are already on the Dewalt battery platform and looking to upgrade your saw this one is one to consider imo.
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                        • Recommended
                        6 found this review helpful
                        Great for big nuts
                        Great for big nuts
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                        • Verified Purchase
                        • Recommended
                        5 found this review helpful
                        Is ok
                        Is ok
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                        • Verified Purchase
                        • Recommended
                        2 found this review helpful
                        Great tool, has good torque
                        Great tool, has good torque
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                        • Verified Purchase
                        • Recommended
                        2 found this review helpful
                        its a good tool when you need it.
                        its a good tool when you need it.
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                        • Verified Purchase
                        • Recommended
                        2 found this review helpful
                        Excellent tool. Worked as expected. Is solid, well constructed, got much power and the battery li...
                        Excellent tool. Worked as expected. Is solid, well constructed, got much power and the battery life is fantastic.
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                          • Recommended
                          5 found this review helpful
                          buy it
                          I was wary of a battey powered impact drill but this one passes the test. No problems taking rusty bolts or lig nuts off.
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                            • Recommended
                            2 found this review helpful
                            Great Product
                            Buy this one and I'm satisfied with the performance highly recommend
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                              • Recommended
                              2 found this review helpful
                              Powerfull
                              Highly recommended. I purchased it at my local Home Depot along with a drill set that included two DCB207 batteries. To my surprise one of the batteries already had a full charge as indicated by the charger. I took it to my garage and in a little more than 2 minutes, using the van's jack and a 3/4 socket, I had the van on stands and the wheels off. It not only had enough power to take the lug nuts off, but it jacked the van up with ease. Both tasks took mere seconds. I'll be putting this wrench in our van for our holiday trip across the turnpike. The trigger is a much improved version than that of the 18v DW059B in that it slides straight back, and doesn't tilt like the 059 making it seem like it handles better. It is heavy like the 059, but that is to be expected. The detent seems hard and made it difficult at times to put a socket on. But compared to the other features, it is a minimal gripe. The built-in light wasn't helpful until I needed an expedient light source. I simply tapped the trigger and I had several seconds of light. And, of course, it uses the 20v max batteries which seem to be a much better system than the 18v. Bottom line, it’s a good product worth every penny I paid for it. The Home Depot I shopped was excellent as well. The attendant in the self-check-out line had the tool to take the security tag off so I didn't have to wait in a long line. This was my first Dewalt purchase, but It won't be my last.
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                              • DIY
                              • Recommended
                              15 found this review helpful
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                              • Verified Purchase
                              Very disappointed with the battery. Doing some basic ripping with 1/2 plywood it only lasted 3 hours and it was not being used all that much. I have had it three weeks. I like the portability of it especially on a roof. I have thought about returning it because of the battery. This is not an inexpensive tool..,
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                              Response from DewaltProductExpertMar 22, 2024
                              Hello AL Thank you for your feedback regarding the sidewinder style circular saw model number DCS578X1 I am sorry to hear you are unhappy with this product and would be more than happy to assist you with a resolution. If you would like further assistance, please email support at wecare@sbdinc.com and reference ticket 9440504 ,so all information is easily available for the agent to assist you further.
                              Thanks, Sherri DEWALT
                              • Verified Purchase
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                              • Verified Purchase
                              It the best make my work more easy
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                              • Verified Purchase
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