It's not going to replace the power or endurance of a corded saw, especially for long-term cutting projects, but the Rockwell RK2833K2 cordless circular saw is still a great addition to any tool bench. It's a nice saw to keep handy for quick jobs; the fact that it's cordless means that it's easy to grab and go -- just flip the switch and it's ready to cut.

The 18-volt system is what makes this unit such an attractive option. It delivers a surprisingly solid amount of power, and you can't beat the portability. It weighs just 7.7 pounds, so it's quite easy to transport. While it doesn't offer the permanent power source of a corded unit, this saw comes with two batteries, so you can always keep one juiced and ready to go, and have a backup on the charger. The recharge rate is an especially speedy one hour.

The Rockwell RK2833K2 cordless circular saw's other distinguishing quality is its design. Simply put, it's a cool tool, sleek and high-tech. It's not just good looking: The soft, contoured grip is ergonomically designed, and the two-finger speed trigger provides an impressive amount of control.

It uses a 5-1/2-inch tungsten carbine-tipped 24-tooth thin kerf blade that slices through wood up to 1-5/8 inches at 90 degrees and 1-3/16 inches at 45 degrees. The pivoting footplate lets you make bevel cuts up to 50 degrees. In terms of safety, the Rockwell RK2833K2 cordless circular saw is equipped with a lock-off switch, which requires the user to depress a button before the blade can be engaged.

This tool comes with a dust extraction outlet that can be attached to a vacuum hose, a spindle lock that cuts down on the time it takes to replace a blade, and a carrying case. The Rockwell RK2833K2 cordless circular saw is covered by a 2-year limited warranty.


Pros: Lightweight, easy-to-use, one-hour recharger
Cons: Moderate power

Warranty
2 years, limited