Black+Decker BDCCS20C vs. DeWalt DCS571B

Let’s take a look at these two circular saws: the Black+Decker BDCCS20C and the DeWalt DCS571B.

Features & Benefits

You can read more in our roundup of the best compact circular saws.

Power & Motor

Both circular saws are cordless and run on 20 V batteries.

The DCS571B motor spins at 4500 rpm. Don’t get too caught up in these numbers, since the manufacturers measure them under ideal conditions, meaning they don’t have a meaningful impact on the saw’s real-world capacity to handle different material.

The BDCCS20C has a direct-drive motor. Direct-drive motors are usually lighter than other styles, but their side mounting makes the saw a little harder to control.

Blades & Capacity

The BDCCS20C accepts 5 1/2” diameter blades and has a 5/8” arbor. The DCS571B takes 4 1/2” diameter blades and has a 3/8” arbor. Most 8-to-10” blades have a 5/8” arbor hole, so this size arbor gives you a lot of options.

Both saws can bevel up to 45°. The BDCCS20C can cut up to 1 11/16” at 90° and will cut up to 1 3/8” deep at a 45° angle. The DCS571B is able to cut up to 1 9/16” at an angle of 90°.

When beveling the saw, most circular saws will have positive stops at common angles such as 45° and 90°. This ensures you are making precise cuts. Some saws have additional stops at other angles.

The DeWalt has stops at 90 Degrees.

Both products have the blade on the left side of the saw. Right-handers sometimes find it easier to see and control blades mounted to the left, while left-handers might find the same true for right-mounted blades.

Pros & Cons

Let’s take a look at some of the pluses and minuses of these products.

For the Black+Decker:

For the DeWalt:

Comparison Chart

Here’s a full side-by-side comparison of these products’ specs. You can view comparisons of the Black+Decker BDCCS20C with other products

	Black+Decker BDCCS20C	DeWalt DCS571B
Brand	Black+Decker	DeWalt
Power Type	cordless	cordless
Power - Voltage	20 V	20 V
Power - Amps	n/a
No-load RPM		4500 rpm
Blade Diameter	5 1/2”	4 1/2”
Maximum Bevel	45°	45°
Depth of Cut (at 90°)	1 11/16”	1 9/16”
Depth of Cut (at 45°)	1 3/8”
Arbor Size	5/8”	3/8”
Dimensions		5 1/8” W × 17.6” L × 6.687” H
Weight	7.6 lbs	6.6 lbs
Blade - Side	left	left
Drive Mechanism	direct-drive
Stops		90 Degrees
Warranty		3 Year Limited Warranty
Pros	Two-handled design for safe operation Depth of cut can handle 2x4s	As powerful as corded circular saws Easy to hold and maneuver one-handed
Cons	Motor can struggle on thicker material	Dust port adapter tends to fall off during use
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