Rotorazer Review And Demonstration

A look at Rotorazer. This is a good tool for installing laminate flooring, but is a little too expensive. It does work well, though.

[@suejones6037]

Thank you, searched everywhere on how to put blade in, very informative video.

[@marilynlacomba3040]

This is the only place that shows how to change the blades, even the instructions are not clear. Thanks for posting this video.

[@MrOramato]

Your Voice reminds me of my Algebra teacher back in the day. He would go out to the bar till 2:00 am and then saunter into class late most mornings. Then he proceeded to put us all to sleep.

[@jlo_too2493]

Thanks for the vid! It helped me install my 1st blade. Instructions weren't clear at all. This was extremely helpful for installing/changing the blade out.

[@Lucero0331]

I just watched the infomercial of the rotorazer. Of course in infomercials everything works great and are perfect for whatever they are targeting. I check reviews that were ready to destroy the product in the most awful ways. Thank you for the information and demonstration. I will wait until a good sale shows a better price to buy it.

[@jwwm2]

You're welcome. Thanks for your comment.

[@GeekBoy03]

They going for $50 right now with a drill bit kit . He mentioned Harbor Freight, but I don't see a similar saw on there. The closest they have is the Double Cut saw which is actually close to the Dual Saw with the two counter rotating blades.

[@StevieRich]

Here is some friendly advise, unlike all the ney-sayers and trolls you will find on You Tube, it's nice to see people like you sharing their experiences so that others can make sound decisions when looking to part with their hard earned monies. So, thank you for that. My constructive criticism is about your sound quality. Many go out of their way to get good video, forgetting how important quality sound is as well. You can purchase what is called a Lavaliere Microphone for under 50.00, that clips to your lapel or shirt. It is one of the best investments one can make when doing these types of video reviews. Your fine when close to the camera but as you come and go and move around, it's very distracting to have the sound fading in and out.. also beware of wind and get a foam cover for the mic, some come with. Good Luck!

[@jwwm2]

I have a way of doing things now that includes a wireless recorder. I often use it when making videos nowadays. It's also great for windy conditions.

[@svnbit8408]

StevieRich Seriously, sharing isn't effortless, and convenient, nor economical. Awesome people just have different motivations and it comes easy to them, which I guess makes some rather contemptuous.

[@karenkelley5117]

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[@conniestone9914]

Thanks for the video I was unsure how to do the blades. Very Helpful.

[@lynnespringer1513]

Long story short: the saw can cut through any surface. Each blade cuts a different type of surface. The older model which is shown in this review with SLOW AS YOU PLAY BY PLAY is a bit easier to handle than the newer model which involves using the thumb pushing forward to control the blade. It has be mentioned by some reviewers on QVC that one that does not have strong fingers will left in the gutter with the newer model. If your fingers are used to hanging onto a pencil you will need to strengthen them before using the updated model which is currently being sold on QVC. A carpenter commented on that site stating this has been life's best kept secret. Most of the reviews on QVC concern the plastic adjustment to control the depth of the cut is breaking, the smell of smoke when opening the case, the fact that the newer saw is more difficult than what QVC program depicts, etc. Contrary to this reviewer the expense should correlate with the quality of the item itself. I have been to Harbor Freight myself and have never found many name brand items over there. They have lots of things that IMO could possibly be from China and as such on the lower end of quality. I am not a carpenter nor a fixer upper. I have bought several items at that store to use in my line of work which is fixing smaller things around the house and repairing things at work. If you are interested in this product do your homework. I almost bought the newer one on QVC but, the reviews changed mind.

[@willyjilly9684]

Good review, I noticed the blade put off some smoke when you tried to do a curved cut. That right there tells me in no way does this replace a jig saw or scroll saw. This looks like this has a place for flooring, but the claim the tool company has on their ad is clearly not even close. Only thing I'm replacing my miter saw with is a better miter saw. Thanks for the review as it helped me make a informed decision before purchasing this tool!

[@debbiekish6177]

Thanks for sharing. I couldn't figure out how to change the blade either based on the instructions. Your video helped me. I agree $150 was over priced. It's come down to $89 on Amazon now. That's what its worth. It was probably the first of it kind and now the market has many brands to chose from.

[@paulinetravis9994]

Just got one so thank you help me watching it in use

[@remowo_]

sir thank you for sharing.Does it cut in an angle?

[@GOODNESS-sp4hm]

Thank you John👍🏻

[@davidjones8818]

I just bought one 2 days ago great video

[@docjohnson3980]

Great video thanks for taking the time. 👍

[@dianaperez2908]

I placed the blade but is it supposed to go in reverse?

[@sw1james]

Thanks for the honesty

[@GeekBoy03]

Thanks for showing this. I need to cut some laminate flooring myself, and the saw I used took some chips out of the surface.

[@andarusmuhammad945]

GeekBoy03 forget that did not work on mines

[@lawrieedwards4338]

Lawrie Edwards Thank You for the Information it it explained how to use and change the blades in the compact saw in a very simple practical fashion,

[@hectorg.7282]

I am not a pro, got one as a gift and left it in my garage until needed. 3 years passed and finally I tried using it. the thing stopped working 2 minutes into it. Got no more to say.

[@lindamaclean8279]

That is exactly what happened to me. What a piece of junk. DO NOT BUY THIS……

[@beatrizriojas1557]

Thank you for the information, the video was very clear and well explained.

[@danfuerthgillis4483]

The roto Razer has the advantage of the plunge cut which other mini circular saws can not do. Last week I needed this tool and was stuck for trimming a line section out of floating floor material, sucked ass having to use a dremmel with a cutting wheel. Ordered this tool that same day lol.

[@gladheateher4now]

Will it cut straight lines?

[@victornunezboss]

HI John Strabismus I was looking your demonstration for the Rotorazer .And Iam thinking to buy one, but before I do I need to see if it can make a round turn cut in a 1/2 inch deep wood.Thank You

[@albertobonilla6888]

No puedo retirar el disco de la roto raze suelto el tornillo y no sale por la parte de abajo gracias

[@carls1959]

Is this from the same company as Rotozip? If so, I have one of those and love it. I've used it on everything from wallboard to metal and it hasn't let me down.

[@domr3978]

How long will the Rotorazer last, how long will the blade last until its dull and how thick of a wood can it cut are all the questions?

[@lekhraj5032]

Is it possible to procure it in India? Please reply

[@Orlanzepol123]

Do you live near a highway❓At about 4:31 I heard what sounded like a motorcycle speeding by. I’m sure they can speed on a residential area but I just wanted to know if I was right.

[@lennycruz4558]

Nice review,, I'm planning to buy one but I'm wondering if it can cut 3/4 plyboard

[@abzborromeo7400]

same

[@markanthonybandoy468]

how to use the vacuum cleaner?

[@trishwhitney389]

Do You know how much each blade costs or to replace..?? And

[@luismmm15]

Thank you. I didn't know how to put the blade. As you said, the instructions are not very clear.

[@mikyo444]

i got tired on the first minute...whats up with the gong sound?

[@mikhail114]

Thanks for the review

[@antoniosan8771]

That power button it very tricky ,Especially when you have to hold down the blade guard simultaneously. I think for that price it a rip off.You can get a better machine for much less money in Harbor Freight and better quality.

[@WillowsGarden]

Excellent review John, I really like this rotorazer. This would be very handy for several projects I have coming up, but I am with you on the price, a little expensive. Another wish list item, lol. Take care my friend and God Bless y'all, xxx

[@jwwm2]

Thanks for your kind words. Yes, it's too expensive, but my wife wants to bring it over to The Philippines. One problem with that is they use 220 volts there, so we'll also need a step up power transformer in order to use it.

[@triechane08]

Hey I was thinking of sending one but what did u get to make it work in the Philippines since yes they used 220V?? Let me know. Thanks!

[@docleng4873]

John Strabismus yes, you will be needing a step up transformer which costs about 100 dollars and up

[@lindaharkess4704]

I have one, never used it, but it a challenge to put the on. The screw is very difficult to losen.

[@annepurificacion9147]

I just bought mine. I can't unscrew (for the blade) it's stuck, I'm doing it the right way, it's just too hard.. I hope you can help me. I don't want my money put to waste.

[@pcno2832]

8:50 That answers the most obvious question that occurred to me when I saw the ad on TV. I don't even see how you could cut a shallow curve very accurately, and it must make a burnt stench if you try to cut anything tighter. We are really talking about a very expensive mini-circular-saw. The ability to do spring-loaded plunge cuts seems clever (though I'll bet some circular saws have that), but I can't imagine very many people needing this badly enough to spend $150.

[@shamshudinpremji7427]

I bought the same tool, but having trouble removing the screw to insert the blade, its too tight, any help?.....

[@jwwm2]

Don't forget that it's reverse threaded. Other than that hold the blade with canvas gloves, or maybe wedge a piece of wood in te blade's teeth.

[@adelecondron-king2365]

Thanks John......YOUR tutorial was MUCH more informative than the crap it came with......any chance you could suggest what materials each blade is better used for ?????...... Many Thanks ...and well done again !!!!!!

[@martamccool2740]

Exactly, is the only place you find how to instal the blades, thank to this man

[@scredlysmith2153]

Where do you buy replacement blades for it

[@debbiekish6177]

Amazon

[@FlukeTog]

Hope it comes with 900 blades and a smokeless version.

[@maryellendunn8899]

The blade will not spin what am I doing wrong?

[@mojojojo7515]

Thank you so much!

[@josemerlinmacapagal7345]

i like to have it for home use..but you said it's expensive but do you think it's worthy having it?.anyway thanks for the demo bro!

[@dandicristina1389]

that blade is to small to cut 6 in tile or bigger you should use a wet saw

[@elzbthg]

Looks like it would be great for kerf cutting

[@speedhawk4858]

Thanks for the video!

[@arnandogutierrez2281]

en cali colombia en donde la consigo y que precio tiene gracias

[@ferlujan3822]

No sirve, se calienta muy rápido.

[@trishwhitney389]

Do You know how much it costs to replace a blade or blades..?? And Thanks for the Demonstration ..!!

[@cmoore185]

This was a decent review. I was actually watching the infomercial as a joke because i never buy anything from one. I have more tools than i need and have a small 5 and a half inch circular saw and a jig saw that are cordless. I feel bad for people that have paid the big money for this. Hopefully they learned a lesson. Infomercials are always preying on uninformed people. They usually sell something people wouldn't buy if the saw it in a store. Rockwell and Dremel both make very small saws for under 100 dollars. Both are quality companies. There are many good saws that are less than full size for less than this. The worst thing about the saw is this. Why would anyone buy something that they have to plug in if they want portability? Most job sites don't have electricity and battery is light years ahead of where it was 15 years ago. Look at all the hybrid cars. If you need a small saw, go to lowes or home delot and look what you get for that price and you are buying where you can return it if you need to.

[@jwwm2]

+C moore I like this tool. It does what it does well.

[@tonydnguyen12]

I have this tool now and I wish the blade is much longer so I can cut thicker wood. It's a little loud, and it produces too much wood powder. The arrow to align with the line is a hit or miss. You can't see it moving forward

[@jamesherring1987]

I solved that problem with trying to hold the death the release for the tray and the on and off switch. Just use a rubber band.

[@Cactuscarlo]

Thank you for shearing 👍

[@michaelrizzo471]

can it cut through a stick of butter ??

[@jwwm2]

Yes. It'll also cut through a steel rod.

[@andarusmuhammad945]

No blade to small to go through

[@andarusmuhammad945]

John Strabismus that's a lie the blade won't go through wayyyy to small you have to cut on both sides and bend it way too much hastle

[@eyejedi]

Saw you video on the review, good video, and $150. that is pretty pricey , and the blades to, when time to replace them.

[@MrAlittle5150]

I'll wait for Harbor Freight to come out with its knock off of it, and spend about $40.

[@jwwm2]

+MrAlittle5150 That's good only if you don't have a project that needs to be done right away.

[@dgriffin6074]

If you want to purchase a product made in the same enemy Nation that cursed the World with COVID-19

[@Mikem-mq2hh]

got anymore oxy's?

[@velmacoffey3763]

I bought one and need a how to use it tutorial. Not an unboxing tutorial. This was sufficient.

[@tulioalopez]

Go with Rockwell Versacut

[@kbbacon]

Looks very handy for floor work!

[@jwwm2]

It's very good for flooring. I don't have to run in and out of the house to make cuts, and since it's small I don't have to lug my other stuff out of the shed.

[@josephfoster30]

Looks like it would be hard to make a straight line on laminate?

[@jwwm2]

Joseph Foster Not really. Just draw a line, and follow it with the arrow. It's a good tool, and like all tools it takes a little practice. I recommend this tool. Anyone that's competent with power tools will get the hang of it quickly.

[@cwatson42785]

+John Strabismus hey john thanks for the review. I am a flooring installer and I was wondering how long do the blades tend to last and do you have to buy the blades thru them? also does it create much dust?

[@jwwm2]

+Chris Watson The blade I was using for my laminate floor was the carbide tipped one. I did our house (1,800 sf) and it's still sharp. As far as I know, only Rotorazer has blades that'll fit. If the Rotorazer is connected to a vacuum there's almost no dust to clean up at all. In my opinion this would be a fantastic tool for a pro to use. It saved me a lot of time, and made the job way easier.

[@la196]

What is the max depth it can cut? Would it cut through a 2 x 4 without having to flip it over? I'm guessing not but just curious.

[@jwwm2]

Maximum depth is about 9/16th.

[@vickilarmore-dickey4566]

I would like to order it. Called phone number but could not get your company

[@ezekiel318]

will it cut 2 inches thick lumber?

[@jwwm2]

Ezekiel David No. It only goes 1/2 ".

[@oobaka1967]

+John Strabismus 1/2" ??? *LOL* What a piece of garbage

[@jwwm2]

oobaka1967 Wrong. It's a great tool.

[@oobaka1967]

+John Strabismus A nice toy maybe. At least until you need to cut something 5/8" or larger. I'll stick with my circular saw, table saw, reciprocating saw, jig saw spiral saw and mitre saw. I'll let you play with the Toys R Us saw.

[@jwwm2]

oobaka1967 This is a specialized tool. I have that stuff, too. When I started my laminate flooring project I was using my was using my compound miter saw, table saw, jigsaw, and some other stuff, too. Once I got the Rotorazer i didn't need all that stuff. I could do my cuts indoors, too. It saved me a lot of time and aggravation.

[@maxyperson]

Looks like a neat Gizmo! Nice.

[@jwwm2]

Thanks. It's more than a gizmo, though. It's a serious tool.

[@mrgallbladder]

Fell asleep before you finished your first sentence.

[@liiliiliiliil]

thats priced around 60 to 70$ here in manila philippines

[@FireEater]

You can’t beat a jigsaw for tight corners just another novelty tool.

[@antoniosan8771]

I think you right , the price is pretty high a tool coming from china..When we can get it for less money here

[@Tdub66]

That tool is $49.95 online right now! $150 where?

[@KCSmith31]

That’s 3 payments of 49.95

[@domr3978]

A SLLOOOOOOOOOWWWWWWW review.

[@ccccen]

park the car out and turn the garage into your shop :)

[@Fabaoguitarbrazil]

Here in Thailand they are selling it for 63,00 USD.

[@tiha6708]

Fabão Guitar Yeah and hookers are 2 dollars BUT I'M NOT IN THAILAND!

[@gbwildlifeuk8269]

@@tiha6708 how do you know hookers are 2 dollars? 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@tiha6708]

@@gbwildlifeuk8269 B-cuz I happen to be a hooker connoisseur

[@onegraham]

Watch at 1.25x speed

[@tippycar]

This is the damnedest device. Your video was very helpful, especially making it CLEAR the device will not cut deeper than about 3/4”. Even with a line drawn, I have difficulty making a straight cut. I have an average-size man’s hands, but I find holding it difficult because you have to hold the on switch by pulling it directly towards you AND press that lever on the right simultaneously. It’s unwieldy. You really need to have a surface set at a good height to clamp the wood, plastic, or whatever to make the perfect cut. Your video confirmed some things and explained things not in the instructions.

[@vickilarmore-dickey4566]

Saw a commercial just 10 mib ag

[@sasukeuchiha998]

Just wanted to state that some websites from facebook have been using this video to advertise $20.00 version of the same product.

[@slimmyhendrix4067]

You can make your own RotoRazor with simple household items from the looks of it. Start with a decent pair of Hair Clippers, Cheese Grater for the Guard, Back Massager Grip, and a handful of Odd shaped non useful hand tools and ill be Got Hammed if u wont have the same gadget in the video

[@kermitefrog64]

Good content but he needs someone like Scotty Kilmer to do the voice.

[@me4654]

boy if I knew how difficult this tool was I would've sent it back.It isn't even what I need and seems to be very limited to pieces unlike the Dremel

[@carloscostello9104]

i guess he doesn't have the vacuum attachment

[@chamroeunsdoeung4422]

Yes, $150 is very hight.

[@erwinsalas337]

esta bien la máquina pero solo para trabajos básicos no profesionales

[@jwwm2]

I think even a professional could use it for small jobs.

[@need100k]

If it can't cut at least 3/4" I wouldn't be interested.

[@reptileguardian941]

That's a tiny tiny blade. Don't think it can handle day to day cutting. It's nice to have as a "specialized" tool.. for that price??? For a saw you will only use 3-6 times a year... No thanks.

[@503dcccccccccccc]

I had to keep rewinding because I couldn’t keep up

[@quentinraffensperger1699]

I prefer Rockwell versacut.

[@jwwm2]

+Quentin Raffensperger Those are nice, too.

[@BrickedUpp]

John I believe your video has been stolen. It was posted June 2017, this exact video with music dubbed over though you can clearly hear your voice.

[@parrishwoods]

I came here because I wanted to know how to get the blade in. and I got all kindo no info stuff.

[@jwwm2]

+connie bell Sorry. Next time I'll confer with you to find exactly what you want to know, and exactly how to explain it.

[@frankcm5945]

NO Sound/Audio

[@warpighammer621]

In comparison to buying all the other tools this has replaced I think it is more than worth 150 . Plus time I save not having to run to ten Different tools and unload ten different tools. It has more than payed for itself . I'm not trying to down your opinion or you sir . But my opinion is it was worth it. I'm no expert though.

[@jwwm2]

I agree with you.

[@brianpinedo6468]

Our solar sytem is made up of 9 different planets...

[@TeamProsperity]

Could step it up a little lol

[@johnl7979]

does your wife actually use it??? my wife has arthritis in her wrists. she wants it

[@jwwm2]

My wife has used it, but it was mostly me. It isn't too hard to use. The on/off switch is a tad tricky.

[@andarusmuhammad945]

John L then she cannot hold the power button in place it's very very difficult

[@svnbit8408]

7:23- Your fingers appearing deceptively close to the blade, added some suspense to the video!

[@mememe186]

Cheap hobby tool. Not meant for real work.

[@jwwm2]

+Jason Phawes Like all tools it has it's limitations. It's not for huge jobs, but very good for homeowners and custom installers. It's better than needing to buy $800 worth of tools, too.

[@tjkustoms]

Another lethargic KZbin video! How about having a cup of coffee before you turn the camera on...

[@jwwm2]

I don't drink coffee. It keeps me alert.

[@guysolis5843]

Haha I was just going to say.

[@youredefeeted8136]

HAHAHAHAHAH!!!

[@kman784]

Great video, that’s for all the great advice and information!!! :)

[@SouthCalifas619]

Idk why all i can think of is garfield

[@selwyn13]

Next time talk louder. Also, does the box say it is made in the USA? I am very stubborn about buying domestic products.

[@TheKyleman999]

There’s a volume switch on any audio device you use to play this KZbin video simply increase the volume to get the desired loudness. And another great tool on all smartphones is a great search engine called google. You can type pretty much any question you have into it and find the answer to what you are looking for!! Amazing what a little work can do for you 😉