Black+Decker BDCCS20C vs. Genesis GCS445SE

Let’s take a look at these two circular saws: the Black+Decker BDCCS20C and the Genesis GCS445SE.

Features & Benefits

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Power & Motor

The GCS445SE is corded, runs on 120 V, and draws 4 amps. Standard U.S. residential circuits are 120 V, 15 A, which will support the.

The BDCCS20C is cordless and runs on 20 V batteries.

The GCS445SE motor spins at 3500 rpm. Don’t get too caught up in these numbers, since the manufacturers measure them under ideal conditions, meaning they don’t have a direct impact on the saw’s real-world capacity to handle different material.

Both products have 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 GCS445SE 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 of arbor maximizes blade compatibility.

Both saws can bevel the blade up to 45° and will cut up to 1 11/16” deep at 90°. The BDCCS20C can cut up to 1 3/8” at an angle of 45°. The GCS445SE is able to cut up to 1 1/8” deep at a 45° angle.

Both circular saws 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 Genesis:

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	Genesis GCS445SE
Brand	Black+Decker	Genesis
Power Type	cordless	corded
Power - Voltage	20 V	120 V
Power - Amps	n/a	4 A
No-load RPM		3500 rpm
Blade Diameter	5 1/2”	4 1/2”
Maximum Bevel	45°	45°
Depth of Cut (at 90°)	1 11/16”	1 11/16”
Depth of Cut (at 45°)	1 3/8”	1 1/8”
Arbor Size	5/8”	3/8”
Weight	7.6 lbs	4.7 lbs
Blade - Side	left	left
Drive Mechanism	direct-drive	direct-drive
Pros	Two-handled design for safe operation Depth of cut can handle 2x4s	Cuts 2x material without any trouble Includes dust connector for shop vacuum Includes rip fence
Cons	Motor can struggle on thicker material	Narrow dust hose can clog up and cause overheating/shutdown
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