Bosch CS10 vs. Makita SH02R1

Let’s compare these two circular saws: the Bosch CS10 and the Makita SH02R1.

Features & Benefits

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Power & Motor

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

The SH02R1 is cordless and requires 12 V batteries.

The CS10 motor produces 5600 rpm and the SH02R1 motor produces 1500 rpm. But don’t pay too much attention to these numbers, because the manufacturers measure them under no-load conditions, so they don’t have a strong impact on the saw’s real-world capability 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 CS10 takes 7 1/4” diameter saw blades and has a 5/8” arbor. The SH02R1 accepts 3 3/8” diameter blades and has a 15 mm (0.591”) 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 up to 56°, will cut up to 2 7/16” at 90°, and can cut up to 1 7/8” deep at an angle of 45°. The SH02R1 can bevel the blade up to 45°, is able to cut up to 1” at a 90° angle, and will cut up to 5/8” deep at 45°.

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°.

Both saws have the blade mounted on the right side of the body. 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 CS10:

For the Makita:

Comparison Chart

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

	Bosch CS10	Makita SH02R1
Brand	Bosch	Makita
Power Type	corded	cordless
Power - Voltage	120 V	12 V
Power - Amps	15 A	n/a
No-load RPM	5600 rpm	1500 rpm
Blade Diameter	7 1/4”	3 3/8”
Maximum Bevel	56°	45°
Depth of Cut (at 90°)	2 7/16”	1”
Depth of Cut (at 45°)	1 7/8”	5/8”
Arbor Size	5/8”	15 mm (0.591”)
Dimensions	18” L × 10” H
Weight	10.2 lbs	3.5 lbs
Blade - Side	right	right
Drive Mechanism	direct-drive	direct-drive
Stops	22.5° and 45°
Warranty	1 year	3 years
Pros	Not as heavy as some competitors Quality blade included in package Rafter hook for hanging when not in use	Lightweight and easy to handle Good battery life
Cons	Plastic adjustment levers could break with rough use	Non-standard blade/arbor size can mean limited selection of blades
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