DeWalt
DeWalt DCS570B 20V MAX XR Brushless 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw
$169Cheaper
Released 2017
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DeWalt DCS570B 20V MAX XR Brushless 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw vs Bosch CS5 15-Amp 7-1/4 in. Left-Blade Corded Circular Saw
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. DeWalt DCS570B 20V MAX XR Brushless 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw is cheaper at $169. Every spec and price links to its source.
Which is better: the DeWalt DCS570B 20V MAX XR Brushless 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw or Bosch CS5 15-Amp 7-1/4 in. Left-Blade Corded Circular Saw?
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The DeWalt DCS570B 20V MAX XR Brushless 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw is the cheaper at $169.
See DeWalt DCS570B 20V MAX XR Brushless 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw on Amazon See Bosch CS5 15-Amp 7-1/4 in. Left-Blade Corded Circular Saw on Amazon
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Full spec sheet
✓ marks the stronger figure where "more" — or "less", for price and weight — is unambiguously better.
| Spec | DeWalt DCS570B 20V MAX XR Brushless 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw |  Bosch CS5 15-Amp 7-1/4 in. Left-Blade Corded Circular Saw |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $169 | $179 |
| Brand | DeWalt | Bosch |
| Released | 2017 | — |
| Power source | cordless | corded |
| Blade size (in) | 7-1/4 in | 7-1/4 in |
| Voltage or amps | 20 V | 15 A |
| Max (rpm) | 5200 | 6200 |
| Bevel capacity (°) | 57 deg | 56 deg |
| Brushless | Yes | No |
| Weight (lb) | 7.3 lb | 10 lb |
| Release | 2017 | — |
Sources — DeWalt DCS570B 20V MAX XR Brushless 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw: dewalt.com (verified 2026-06-20). Bosch CS5 15-Amp 7-1/4 in. Left-Blade Corded Circular Saw: boschtools.com (verified 2026-06-20).
What's the difference between the DeWalt DCS570B 20V MAX XR Brushless 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw and Bosch CS5 15-Amp 7-1/4 in. Left-Blade Corded Circular Saw?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (6 of 7). Matching specs are omitted.
- Power source: DeWalt DCS570B 20V MAX XR Brushless 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw cordless vs Bosch CS5 15-Amp 7-1/4 in. Left-Blade Corded Circular Saw corded
- Voltage or amps: DeWalt DCS570B 20V MAX XR Brushless 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw 20 V vs Bosch CS5 15-Amp 7-1/4 in. Left-Blade Corded Circular Saw 15 A
- Max (rpm): DeWalt DCS570B 20V MAX XR Brushless 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw 5200 vs Bosch CS5 15-Amp 7-1/4 in. Left-Blade Corded Circular Saw 6200
- Bevel capacity (°): DeWalt DCS570B 20V MAX XR Brushless 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw 57 deg vs Bosch CS5 15-Amp 7-1/4 in. Left-Blade Corded Circular Saw 56 deg
- Brushless: DeWalt DCS570B 20V MAX XR Brushless 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw true vs Bosch CS5 15-Amp 7-1/4 in. Left-Blade Corded Circular Saw false
- Weight (lb): DeWalt DCS570B 20V MAX XR Brushless 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw 7.3 lb vs Bosch CS5 15-Amp 7-1/4 in. Left-Blade Corded Circular Saw 10 lb
What reviewers say
Sourced tester consensus for each — the "what people who used it think" layer, not just specs.
DeWalt DCS570B 20V MAX XR Brushless 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw
One whitelisted hands-on source (Pro Tool Reviews, 8.1/10) was verified for this exact saw (the review's spec table names Model DCS570B, the bare tool). Over several weeks of cutting plywood, rough lumber, PT and MDF, the reviewer calls the DCS570 a legitimate corded-sidewinder replacement with smooth bevel detents and a fast electronic blade brake, and standout value, while flagging the push-in trigger safety and the absent rafter hook. (1 sourced review, 1 lab-tested.)
Praised: Legitimate corded-sidewinder replacement; keeps pace cutting 3/4-inch plywood and rough 2x6 lumber; Smooth depth and bevel adjustments with 22.5 and 45 degree bevel detents; Fast electronic blade brake and comfortable contoured handle with offset pommel.
Flagged: Push-in trigger safety; reviewer prefers a push-down style; No rafter or belt hook; Runtime limited versus corded (need to cycle two batteries on the charger).
Bosch CS5 15-Amp 7-1/4 in. Left-Blade Corded Circular Saw
Only one whitelisted tester, Pro Tool Reviews, covers the Bosch CS5, and it is a brief 2010 first-look preview rather than a hands-on lab test, so no independently measured numbers exist. It praises the left-blade line of sight and calls the 15-amp saw one of the best values; no critical testing or negatives are available. (1 sourced review.)
Praised: Left-blade orientation gives a clear line of sight for accurate cutting; Regarded as one of the best values among 15-amp circular saws.