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Makita SH02R1 vs. Worx WX439L

Shopping for a new circular saw? Compare the features of the Makita SH02R1 and Worx WX439L and make an informed purchase!

Lets take a look at these two circular saws: the Makita SH02R1 and the Worx WX439L.

Makita SH02R1
Worx WX439L

Features & Benefits

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

Power & Motor

The WX439L is corded, runs on 120 V, and draws 4.5 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 SH02R1 motor spins at 1500 rpm and the WX439L motor spins at 4100 rpm. Dont get too caught up in these numbers, since the manufacturers measure them under ideal conditions, and they dont have a direct impact on the saws real-world ability to handle different material.

The SH02R1 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

The SH02R1 accepts 3 3/8 diameter blades and has a 15 mm (0.591) arbor. The WX439L takes 4 1/2 diameter blades and has a 3/8 arbor.

Both circular saws can bevel the blade up to 45°. The SH02R1 can cut up to 1 deep at a 90° angle and can cut up to 5/8 at a 45° angle. The WX439L can cut up to 1 11/16 deep at a 90° angle and can cut up to 1 1/8 at a 45° angle.

The Makita has the blade on the right side of the unit. The Worx 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

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

For the Makita:

Pros

  • Lightweight and easy to handle
  • Good battery life

Cons

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

For the Worx:

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

Comparison Chart

Below is a full side-by-side comparison of these productsspecs. You can view comparisons of the Makita SH02R1 with other products

and comparisons of the Worx WX439L with other products.

Makita SH02R1Worx WX439L
Makita SH02R1
Worx WX439L
BrandMakitaWorx
Power Typecordlesscorded
Power - Voltage12 V120 V
Power - Ampsn/a4.5 A
No-load RPM1500 rpm4100 rpm
Blade Diameter3 3/8”4 1/2”
Maximum Bevel45°45°
Depth of Cut (at 90°)1”1 11/16”
Depth of Cut (at 45°)5/8”1 1/8”
Arbor Size15 mm (0.591”)3/8”
Weight3.5 lbs3.97 lbs
Blade - Siderightleft
Drive Mechanismdirect-drivedirect drive
Warranty3 years
Pros
  • Lightweight and easy to handle
  • Good battery life
  • Slimmer handle than its predecessor is easier to grip
  • Includes rip fence
  • Dust port for connecting to a shop vacuum
Cons
  • Non-standard blade/arbor size can mean limited selection of blades
  • Rip fence is tricky to keep accurate when tightening
  • Struggles to cut through full 2x products
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