Makita XSS02Z 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 6-1/2" Circular Saw, Tool Only

I really like Makita products and have a set of batteries for other Makita tools. This saw is compact and lightweight which works well for me, as heavier saws are hard to hold. It does the job too, cutting through thin material easily and also heavier wood. I only used it on 2x4s so far, so not sure how well it will do on really thick material, however I always have my corded saw for that. The battery I have has not diminished after several hours of intermittent use putting up wall board, so I am happy with that aspect. I love that it is compact and cordless which makes it a very versatile saw! This particular saw did not come with the original box which was not important to me, but if you want the box and the plastic box that most tools come with, this is not for you. I did not realize that it did not come with the original box. It was very well packed and did include the instructions and a fence, which was fine for me. Not sure why the description did not mention the original box wasn't included. That said, I am happy with this saw and believe that Makita products are good, so not a problem.

Love my Makita stuff, and this things is a champ! Highly recommend this. I didn’t get the more expensive one as I do t make my living with it, but I used it like crazy building a very elaborate treehouse for my daughter.

Works great!

Been doing some shed repairs-cutting siding and 2-bys, this saw is so light compared to the old 14 lb. Skil saw i had. Being so lightweight, it's around 7 lbs i believe, it's a welcome relief to use. It makes accurate and square cuts. Rips nice, I used an aluminum yardstick, screwed down, as a guide. It is easy to one-hand and make accurate cuts using a speed square as a guide on 2x material. Since it was new, I checked all my cuts with a machinists square and they were all square and repeatable. I was quite surprised. It doesn't like being put in a bind tho...bogs down quickly. Also, it's light weight deceives one into believing it's cheaply-made. I doubt it could survive drops from elevations and it's only been used for saw horse cutting. I've used it for crosscuts, miters on 2x boards and ripping. It's done it all well. The price is reasonable for the tool-only. I wish the visibility of the blade-to-cutting line was better and the saw dust discharge was directional. I wouldn't use it to frame a house or build a deck with heavy materials, but for 95% of what i need it's quick to grab and use and make accurate cuts. Happy with my purchase.

Are you one of those guys that gets satisfaction from doing a job well and enjoy the feeling of finally having the right tools to make sure that happens? This is one of those tools. I typically carry my corded circular saw, miter saw and a table saw when I'm working in the field, because I never knew what I will run into doing commercial carpentry. Other battery saws just couldn't be trusted to cut clean and/or have the battery life required. Until I picked up this saw. It's my go-to tool for damn near every cut and my truckload is about 300 pounds lighter. It's quieter than DeWalt, cuts straighter than Milwaukee, cuts stronger than both and I trust the batteries to get me through the day. Bonus points... The little guide that it comes with actually does what it's designed to do with ease. So it didn't get thrown away with the box. The blade it comes is okay for a little framing work, but I advise you to purchase Diablo saw blades that match the type of cutting you'll be doing. They're the best in my opinion.

I have used the big brother model (XSH03Z) daily for 6 years before I dropped it for the millionth time and it finally broke. (base plate and depth gauge broke, motor is still fine). It's without a doubt a wonderful saw. I just got this one in the mail and I tested it out on a couple of 2x4. It has the same nice ergonomics, fairly low sound level and cuts very well. I will however return it and get another XSH03Z because to me personally the lower blade speed (3700 vs 5000 RPM) and the slow (about 1s-2s) rewind of the blade after a cut makes for an inferior cutting experience (and slightly inferior cut quality). One thing that I will say is pretty annoying is that both these models are top heavy and therefor easily tips over and rolls away if you're not careful. I drop mine all the time but it has always held up, but it is indeed a very annoying aspect. I'm sure it's a lovely saw and perfect for people without stupid hang-ups like me. For the price ($107 as of August 2024) it's an awesome first saw.

This is a great saw. Yes it’s an older model and yes it’s a brushed motor. Don’t dog it to death or treat it like a corded worm drive and when the brushes expire pop the caps off and replace them. I have a lot of LXT tools and many are brushed models. Know the tool’s limitations and it will last until long after the battery platform is obsolete. I use it mainly for 1/4” and 1/2” sheet goods and the occasional 2” dimensional lumber cut.

I bought this saw for a large deck project where I didn't want to be bothered with extension cords and bulk. It did everything I wanted. It cut 5/4 hardwood just fine. I really liked the compact motor because I could rip 18' boards with precision using another board for a straight edge and the motor would clear the straight edge on the motor side of the fence. (ie track saw substitute). I considered the brushless equivalent of this saw, but reviews suggest there's a common problem with the brushless controller module failing and it's a >$100 part. The saw is very lightweight and handles like a dream. There are still some uses for a big heavy corded worm drive Skill saw but those are rare.

Excellent costumer service, quick response in case of a problem, very satisfied.

コードレスな割に馬力もあって使い勝手が良い。真っ直ぐ切れる。

Produto muito bom e cumpriu com as expectativas. Para melhor funcionamento é necessário uma bateria de 5 Amperes, no mínimo

100 times better than the Ryobi saw I has. Worth every penny

Me gustó mucho por que es inalámbrico puedo llevarla a cualquier lugar, corta sin dificultad de 3 a 4 cm,