Hart HPCS25

We performed the same tests on all household and professional circular saws. And in the instance of this 20-volt Hart HPCS25, we had it cut through 1.5-inch-thick Douglas fir frame timber; at the same time, we also turned the board on edge to completely bury the blade at its deepest point in the lumber. Such tactics helped us gain a better understanding of its strength and power.

Our verdict: This Hart HPCS25 item is not a saw for framing buildings. If you push it too hard, it will trip its temperature cutoff. However, it still has sufficient energy to cut some timber, especially a 5 x 5. It ranks number 6 on our list of the best circular saws for woodworking tasks

In addition, we also appreciated the lock button (technically referred to as the spindle lock). It would be best if you used it to secure the blade in position - while instantly disabling the nut that compresses the blade. Another thing we like is its safety clasp, which is simple to use regardless of whether you are right-handed or left-handed.

Ratings: 4.8 stars (from 67 reviews)

Price: $128

Buy it at: https://www.walmart.com/ip/922679868