Bosch CS10 vs. DeWalt DCS571B

Let’s take a look at these two circular saws: the Bosch CS10 and the DeWalt DCS571B.

Features & Benefits

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Power & Motor

The CS10 is corded, runs on 120 V, and draws 15 amps. In the U.S., standard residential circuits are 120 V, 15 A, which will support the.

The DCS571B is cordless and runs on 20 V batteries.

The CS10 motor spins at 5600 rpm and the DCS571B motor spins at 4500 rpm. Don’t get too caught up in these numbers, since the manufacturers measure them under ideal conditions, and they don’t have a direct impact on the saw’s real-world ability to handle different material.

The CS10 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 CS10 takes 7 1/4” diameter blades and has a 5/8” arbor. The DCS571B accepts 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 won’t limit your options.

The CS10 can bevel the blade up to 56°, can cut up to 2 7/16” at 90°, and will cut up to 1 7/8” deep at a 45° angle. The DCS571B can bevel up to 45° and 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 Bosch has stops at 22.5° and 45°. The DeWalt has stops at 90 Degrees.

The Bosch has the blade on the right side of the saw. The DeWalt has the blade on the left side of the unit. 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 Bosch:

For the DeWalt:

Comparison Chart

Below is a full side-by-side comparison of these products’ specs. You can view comparisons of the Bosch CS10 with other products

	Bosch CS10	DeWalt DCS571B
Brand	Bosch	DeWalt
Power Type	corded	cordless
Power - Voltage	120 V	20 V
Power - Amps	15 A
No-load RPM	5600 rpm	4500 rpm
Blade Diameter	7 1/4”	4 1/2”
Maximum Bevel	56°	45°
Depth of Cut (at 90°)	2 7/16”	1 9/16”
Depth of Cut (at 45°)	1 7/8”
Arbor Size	5/8”	3/8”
Dimensions	18” L × 10” H	5 1/8” W × 17.6” L × 6.687” H
Weight	10.2 lbs	6.6 lbs
Blade - Side	right	left
Drive Mechanism	direct-drive
Stops	22.5° and 45°	90 Degrees
Warranty	1 year	3 Year Limited Warranty
Pros	Not as heavy as some competitors Quality blade included in package Rafter hook for hanging when not in use	As powerful as corded circular saws Easy to hold and maneuver one-handed
Cons	Plastic adjustment levers could break with rough use	Dust port adapter tends to fall off during use
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