Hychika MS-85C vs. Worx WX439L

We’ll take a look at these two circular saws: the Hychika MS-85C and the Worx WX439L.

Features & Benefits

For more information, read more in our roundup of the best compact circular saws.

Power & Motor

Both circular saws are corded and require 120 V. The MS-85C draws 4 amps. The WX439L draws 4.5 amps. In the U.S., standard residential circuits are 120 V, 15 A, which will support either of the products.

The MS-85C motor produces 4500 rpm and the WX439L motor produces 4100 rpm. 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.

The MS-85C has a direct-drive motor. The WX439L 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

Both saws have a 3/8” arbor. The MS-85C accepts 3 3/8” diameter saw blades. The WX439L takes 4 1/2” diameter blades.

The MS-85C can bevel its blade up to 0° and can cut up to 1” deep at 90°. The WX439L can bevel up to 45°, will cut up to 1 11/16” at a 90° angle, and is able to cut up to 1 1/8” deep at an angle of 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.

Both circular saws have the blade mounted 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 look at these products’ specs. You can view comparisons of the Hychika MS-85C with other products

	Hychika MS-85C	Worx WX439L
Brand	Hychika	Worx
Power Type	corded	corded
Power - Voltage	120 V	120 V
Power - Amps	4 A	4.5 A
No-load RPM	4500 rpm	4100 rpm
Blade Diameter	3 3/8”	4 1/2”
Maximum Bevel	0°	45°
Depth of Cut (at 90°)	1”	1 11/16”
Depth of Cut (at 45°)	n/a	1 1/8”
Arbor Size	3/8”	3/8”
Weight	7 lbs	3.97 lbs
Blade - Side	left	left
Drive Mechanism	direct-drive	direct drive
Stops	n/a
Pros		Slimmer handle than its predecessor is easier to grip Includes rip fence Dust port for connecting to a shop vacuum
Cons		Rip fence is tricky to keep accurate when tightening Struggles to cut through full 2x products
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