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DeWalt 60V MAX 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw with Electronic Brake Kit - DCS578X2

DeWalt 60V MAX 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw with Electronic Brake Kit - DCS578X2

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  • Last seen at $416.00 at Tool Pass Pro on Nov 8.

Our take on the DeWalt 60V MAX 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw with Electronic Brake Kit - DCS578X2

The DeWalt DCS578X2 is a cordless 7-1/4 in. circular saw built on the 60V MAX FlexVolt platform, with a brushless motor turning 5,800 rpm and an electronic brake that stops the blade quickly. It is aimed at framers, remodelers and serious DIYers who want corded-class cutting without a cord. The kit ships with two 9Ah FlexVolt batteries, a charger and a contractor bag. Against 18V and 20V saws it trades weight and bulk for power; against corded worm drives it trades raw torque for portability. Owners generally rate its power and cut quality highly and note its weight and the cost of the battery platform.

Best forFramers and remodelers cutting dimensional lumber on siteContractors already on the FlexVolt 20V/60V battery platformDIYers replacing a corded saw who want cord-free ripping and crosscuts
Pros
  • Brushless 60V motor at 5,800 rpm handles thick stock and long rips
  • Electronic brake stops the blade fast for safer, quicker repositioning
  • Two 9Ah FlexVolt batteries work on 20V DeWalt tools too
  • Kit includes charger and a contractor bag for transport
  • Depth and bevel adjustments cover common framing and trim cuts
Cons
  • Heavy for a 7-1/4 in. saw, especially with a 9Ah battery mounted
  • Blade-left design takes getting used to for right-handed users
  • Full power depends on the 60V FlexVolt batteries, not standard 20V packs
  • Kit cost is high compared with 18V/20V saws

DeWalt 60V MAX 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw with Electronic Brake Kit - DCS578X2 prices at every store

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What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers describe the DCS578 as one of the few cordless saws that keeps up with a corded one, praising its power and brake. The main complaints are weight and the price of the FlexVolt platform.

What people mention
  • PowerPraisedOwners say it cuts through thick lumber without bogging down, close to corded performance.
  • WeightCriticisedReviewers call it heavy, especially with a 9Ah battery attached.
  • BrakePraisedThe electronic brake is repeatedly noted for stopping the blade fast.
  • Battery runtimePraisedThe 9Ah FlexVolt packs are reported to last through long cutting sessions.
  • Blade orientationMixedSome users find the blade-left design awkward compared with right-blade saws.

About the DeWalt 60V MAX 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw with Electronic Brake Kit - DCS578X2

This is the DeWalt 60V MAX brushless cordless circular saw with a 7-1/4 in. blade and an electronic brake. It is meant to pair the power of a corded circular saw with the portability of a cordless tool. The no-load speed is 5,800 rpm.

The DCS578X2 kit comes with two FLEXVOLT 20V/60V MAX 9Ah batteries, a charger and a contractor bag for carrying the tools on the jobsite.

Brand
DeWalt
Model
DCS578X2
Voltage
60V MAX
Blade size
7-1/4 in.
Motor
Brushless
No-load speed
5,800 rpm
Brake
Electronic brake
Power
Cordless, battery powered
Batteries
2 x FLEXVOLT 20V/60V MAX 9Ah
In the box
Circular saw, 2 FLEXVOLT 20V/60V MAX 9Ah batteries, charger, contractor bag

Questions and answers

Does it use standard 20V DeWalt batteries?
It runs on FlexVolt 20V/60V batteries. A standard 20V pack will fit, but the saw only delivers full 60V power with FlexVolt packs.
What is included in the kit?
Two FlexVolt 20V/60V 9Ah batteries, a charger and a contractor bag.
How does it compare with a corded circular saw?
DeWalt rates it at 5,800 rpm with a brushless motor, so it cuts close to corded performance while staying portable. It is heavier than most corded 7-1/4 in. saws.
What size blade does it take?
A 7-1/4 in. blade with a 5/8 in. arbor, the common size for framing saws.
Is it worth it over a 20V saw?
If you cut thick lumber and long rips regularly, the extra power and runtime justify the larger platform. For light trim work a smaller 20V saw is easier to handle.
Where is the DeWalt 60V MAX 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw with Electronic Brake Kit - DCS578X2 cheapest?
At Tool Pass Pro, for $416.00, as of our latest check.

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