Black+Decker BDCCS20C vs. Hychika MS-85C

Let’s take a look at these two circular saws: the Black+Decker BDCCS20C and the Hychika MS-85C.

Features & Benefits

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

Power & Motor

The MS-85C is corded, runs on 120 V, and draws 4 amps. In the U.S., standard residential circuits are 120 V, 15 A, which will support the.

The BDCCS20C is cordless and runs on 20 V batteries.

The MS-85C 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 direct impact on the saw’s real-world capacity to handle different material.

Both circular saws 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 MS-85C takes 3 3/8” diameter blades and has a 3/8” arbor. Most 8-to-10” blades have a 5/8” arbor hole, so this size of arbor gives you a lot of options.

The BDCCS20C can bevel the blade up to 45°, can cut up to 1 11/16” at 90°, and will cut up to 1 3/8” deep at a 45° angle. The MS-85C can bevel its blade up to 0° and is able to cut up to 1” 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.

Both 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.

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Comparison Chart

Below is 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	Hychika MS-85C
Brand	Black+Decker	Hychika
Power Type	cordless	corded
Power - Voltage	20 V	120 V
Power - Amps	n/a	4 A
No-load RPM		4500 rpm
Blade Diameter	5 1/2”	3 3/8”
Maximum Bevel	45°	0°
Depth of Cut (at 90°)	1 11/16”	1”
Depth of Cut (at 45°)	1 3/8”	n/a
Arbor Size	5/8”	3/8”
Weight	7.6 lbs	7 lbs
Blade - Side	left	left
Drive Mechanism	direct-drive	direct-drive
Stops		n/a
Pros	Two-handled design for safe operation Depth of cut can handle 2x4s
Cons	Motor can struggle on thicker material
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