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DeWalt DWE575SB vs. Makita SH02R1

Shopping for a new circular saw? Compare the features of the DeWalt DWE575SB and Makita SH02R1 and make an informed purchase!

Lets take a look at these two circular saws: the DeWalt DWE575SB and the Makita SH02R1.

DeWalt DWE575SB
Makita SH02R1

Features & Benefits

You can read our roundup of the best compact circular saws and the best full-size circular saws.

Power & Motor

The DWE575SB 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 runs on 12 V batteries.

The DWE575SB motor spins at 5200 rpm and the SH02R1 motor spins at 1500 rpm. Dont get too caught up in these numbers, since the manufacturers measure them under ideal conditions, so they dont have a direct impact on the saws 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 DWE575SB accepts 7 1/4 diameter blades and has a 5/8 arbor. The SH02R1 takes 3 3/8 diameter blades and has a 15 mm (0.591) arbor. Most 8-to-10blades have a 5/8arbor hole, so this size arbor wont limit your options.

The DWE575SB can bevel the blade up to 57°, will cut up to 2 9/16 at 90°, and can cut up to 2 deep at an angle of 45°. The SH02R1 can bevel 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 DeWalt has stops at 22.5°, 45°.

Both saws have the blade 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

Lets take a look at some of the pluses and minuses of these products.

For the DeWalt:

Pros

  • Electric brake to stop the blade
  • Lighter than many other models
  • Dust blower effective at removing dust

Cons

  • Brake does not stop blade immediately
  • No safety switch

For the Makita:

Pros

  • Lightweight and easy to handle
  • Good battery life

Cons

  • Non-standard blade/arbor size can mean limited selection of blades

Comparison Chart

Here is a full side-by-side comparison of these productsspecs. You can view comparisons of the DeWalt DWE575SB with other products

and comparisons of the Makita SH02R1 with other products.

DeWalt DWE575SBMakita SH02R1
DeWalt DWE575SB
Makita SH02R1
BrandDeWaltMakita
Power Typecordedcordless
Power - Voltage120 V12 V
Power - Amps15 An/a
No-load RPM5200 rpm1500 rpm
Blade Diameter7 1/4”3 3/8”
Maximum Bevel57°45°
Depth of Cut (at 90°)2 9/16”1”
Depth of Cut (at 45°)2”5/8”
Arbor Size5/8” (round)15 mm (0.591”)
Weight8.8 lbs3.5 lbs
Blade - Siderightright
Drive Mechanismdirect-drivedirect-drive
Stops22.5°, 45°
Motor Typebrushed
Warranty3 years
Pros
  • Electric brake to stop the blade
  • Lighter than many other models
  • Dust blower effective at removing dust
  • Lightweight and easy to handle
  • Good battery life
Cons
  • Brake does not stop blade immediately
  • No safety switch
  • Non-standard blade/arbor size can mean limited selection of blades
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