RYOBI PSBCS01 One+ HP Brushless Circular Saw Review

[@jaksierra7]

The fact it doesn't like to start when pressed against wood is kind of nice. Because for those who are working fast and accidentally start with the blade against lumber (ME) the blade won't rip a chunk of wood like most saws would on a weird start. Like grabbing a corner and tearing out a nice splinter piece instead of having the clean cut when starting with full speed.

[@mykolashatkovskyi576]

Even though it's a bug, not a feature - it is good one indeed.

[@berserkforeal6953]

I feel like Ryobi really took their fans opinions on this one. This is an excellent looking tools and it sounds, from the review, that it performs. I will gladly be picking this up the next time im at THD, thanks for the review!

[@NorCalEDC]

Bought one today and got 2 HP batteries with it, deal at HD

[@Kevinrichardsonministries]

Because of your review... I recently purchased this saw. Just waiting on a better higher tooth count blade to come in before use. Thumbs Up !!

[@cahg3871]

Get a Diablo blade,that will increase the cutting and less shredding of the material you are trying to cut.

[@Kevinrichardsonministries]

@@cahg3871 .... Yes, that's what I ordered and it arrived withOUT the reducer bushing for the 5/8" (I believe) shaft, so now I'm waiting on the reducer before I can use said blade.

[@CrazyGlasses1]

Another great video. I appreciate the work you do making the videos.

[@scottbionicnerf8727]

I have an 8yr old brushed version of this saw. Before I acquired the 4ah hp batts, it was a gutless turd, but it's become usable with the bigger batteries. I got it in an old packout kit from HOME DEPOT when I went there to pick up DeWalt 5 tool bundle that I'd seen an add for. The Ryobi pack had at least 3 more tools in it than the DeWalt set, and it was still cheaper. The Ryobi you're demonstrating here, has large set of hairy-galdies compared to it's old brushed cuz'n.

[@scottbionicnerf8727]

I've watched this and more than a few others on your channel. I've had since had the opportunity to use this saw, along with the DeWalt brushless 6 1/2". And, I have to say, while the DeWalt is truly exceptional, feels great, excellent line... well, being left-blade(trim-saw), they both have an excellent line of sight. Id rather use either one of these saws with a straight edge, instead of a dedicated track saw, most of the time. For bigger jobs, thicker material and whatnot, I'm still grag my rear handle 7 1/4", but again it's left-blade also. Framers, and Trim guys prefer left blade. It just more natural and far less stressful on the jobsite, it keeps your posture better while you're working. Before I started rambling, I wanted to say that this new RYOBI 6-1/2" is quite impressive. If you're small time and just getting started, and you're on this platform, get this saw, and use it for a couple 2 maybe even 3years, and trade up as you level up and grow. Maybe RYOBI will have 'stacked- lithium batteries' like all the bigboy tool manufacturers. 😎🤓🤠 You can make money with a lot of RYOBI tools. It's the person behind the tool guys more than the tool. Is RYOBI equal to the top contractor brands, in some things, Yes. But DIY is their primary target.

[@bedfordclothier2715]

Outstanding and very informative video. The instructions that come with these power tools are ridiculous at best. Thank You!

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Thank you very much, that's why we do it. Thanks for watching.

[@scottbionicnerf8727]

I can see if I was to purchase this saw, like most circular saws the blade guard gets stuck on your material. Every Makita I've ever had, or ever used has done that. Like Makitas, I've had 10 or 12 of them, but every dang one of them had that issue. I made a blade guard mod, with a short bolt, an all-metal locking nut(not the nylon insert kind!)and washer mounted near the edge of the guard so as to kick the guard up a little earlier. Totally fixed the issue and made it a dream to use.

[@ddhrsa]

I got one and have been very happy for breaking down plywood. Prob all I'll use it for

[@paulnavarro9632]

Just got mine from Home Depot. They have a sale now where you get 2 High Performance (2AH) batteries with the circular saw for a total of $119.

[@yodes07]

What zip code? I’m seeing $129

[@ccbowers]

To answer that question- look for the "tool only" listing with includes a free gift. The better of the free gift options has 2 of the 2Ah HP batteries. The $129 deal is a separate one-line listing for tool plus starter kit as a special buy.

[@richdilorenzo8145]

Excellent Review. I was wanting to find a good saw for home use. I have the much older Ryobi which is VERY limited. I hated using it. But this one seems like it will do for around the home. New fence etc.

[@OregunAdventure]

I burnt up my 5-1/4” one plus. I just picked this one up. Way better. Love the table, cuts accurate, and feels great. The only complaint is the guard, it feels weak, but overall really impressive.

[@thecrossedtheroadfund4289]

Its weak to save on the environment 😂

[@GlenGlenervo]

seems like its a lot better than the 7 1/4 HP from ryobi. They must be listening to feedback.

[@guillaumepare9651]

In what way it's better than the 7 1/4?

[@frednavarro8667]

I have both. The 6 1/2 shoe is thicker thus feeling better quality. The angle gauge is not plastic like the 7 1/4. The dust collection seems better, stronger motor, more rpm’s, blade is square to the shoe, and I have not had this saw stop on me mid cut. The 7 1/4 would from time to time. I run both with a 6ah hp battery. This to me is the better saw.

[@nvidiasniper]

Good detailed video. Keep up the good work

[@sklise1]

another great review. looks like a good home use

[@jonkvh5150]

Looks great I am going to buy it I do not need the big 7 1/4 its for home use and maybe a project here an there and I love the HP line..... I wanted a blade left saw. Seems like its perfect for me.

[@raybod1775]

I haven’t used my corded 7 1/4” saw since buying a 20volt battery powered 6 1/2” saw last year.

[@ZupE891]

Is it large enough to cut a 2" by at a 45 degree angle?

[@anaarreguin6970]

Thanks you’re the 3rd person to say that. I just bought this one 6 1/2 18v brushless and I picked up the corded 7 1/4 and I think I will probably sell the 7 1/4 corded and keep the 6 1/2

[@jimmtech]

I have a lot of ryobi and I've noticed that in the bottom where you slide the batteries in there are a number of extremely sharp edges and sharp points not a big deal if you're aware of it but if you have a ryobi check and see how sharp those edges are down there.

[@txvet7738]

So between the Rigid and Ryobi 6 1/2” saws which would you recommend for a DIYer? I’m on both platforms and have the Rigid Gen5X big saw for big stuff. To throw a curveball in the mix, what about the Milwaukee M12 Fuel circular saw versus these 2 saws for the DIY stuff?

[@itsthevitz]

And also the DeWalt 12V

[@txvet7738]

@@itsthevitz if I was on the DeWalt 12v platform I’d consider it but I’m not so unfortunately I can’t add that to the mix.

[@kyleknight8267]

I would change the placement of the dust port to the side of the housing because at the very back of the housing where the blade guard comes up kinda defeats the purpose of it because it's being blocked by the blade guard

[@SmoothJK]

Honest question, but what's the point of the 6 1/2 size?

[@stellabelikiewicz1523]

In my case, ergonomics! I have weak hand strength because of repetitive stress issues, and while I can technically lift the 7 1/4 saws, it feels very unsafe trying to actually use them. The five pound weight of this little guy is a big draw for me! Plus, I don’t need to do anything crazy heavy duty.

[@Msleelee9487]

I have 2 circular saws they too heavy I’m looking at this one since I have Ryobi lawn mower and nail gun I need a saw that I can cut wood easily my heavy one be kicking back and messing my cuts up🙄 oh I’m just needing it to finish my kitchen I’m doing faux shiplap with 4x8 1/4” sheets of plywood I did my hallway and living room Home Depot no longer make cuts so I’m doing it myself can you do a video on how to set the blade to cut the plywood in 6” strips 8ft long😬✌️

[@eM_Wu]

No laser guide then?

[@dannymac9469]

I for one like the blade on the left, i still have my old blue 6 1/2 and was gonna upgrade to the 7 1/4 but I've just been convinced to get another 6 1/2 but guarantee gotta change the blade to Diablo.

[@stefanformgren4978]

I see 2 vids now that say turn right to loose teh blade, but then both have turn the handle/bolt LEFT to loose it ? whats up with that ? :)

[@ccbowers]

Currently, $119 also gets you 2 of their 2Ah HP batteries in addition to the saw with the promo at HD.

[@yodes07]

What zip code? I’m seeing $129

[@ccbowers]

@@yodes07 I don't think it is a zip code thing. You have to find the "tool only" listing which has a "free gift" with purchase. There is another listing with starter kit that is 129 but that is a non-hackable package listing, so it is worse for 2 reasons (but still a good deal)

[@itsthevitz]

I wonder how it compares to the DeWalt 12V

[@ZupE891]

what shopvac would you recommend for a circular saw like this for light use

[@misterritter9854]

Can't help but chuckle. I like the HP line and had wanted to pick up a circ saw. My preference is for 6-1/2 when it's a battery powered tool (especially 18v) but I noticed Ryobi didn't have a 6-1/2 in the HP lineup. Low and behold this just went on sale today here in Canada the day after the 7-1/4 got delivered. Glad to see it packs a punch, will be switching them promptly!

[@karrotop]

I'm curious, as someone looking at getting their first circular saw, what's the reason for preferring the smaller saw?

[@misterritter9854]

@@karrotop They're smaller and lighter to use, and it takes less power to drive a smaller blade through material (this is obviously more evident the more demanding the cut). In both cases they aren't overly substantial differences from a 7-1/4 blade saw, but there is nothing I would be using a cordless saw for that requires me to have the cutting capacity of a 7-1/4" blade, so there is no drawback to going with the smaller saw and it's benefits, however small they are.

[@jimmtech]

No red laser for line of sight cutting?

[@chocotoynk2931]

Anyone knows if this tool has a 3 pins connector for hp batteries to be utilize?

[@nirelli476]

I was really hoping the light would light up where I’m cutting in front as well, but yeah it doesn’t. A headlamp will do the trick.

[@scottbionicnerf8727]

I wonder how good this saw feels with a 6Ah HP, or an 8Ah HP battery...

[@victorbanuelos4630]

i would imagine it would fare much better with a diablo blade on there. pretty impressive though. how compact is it compared to the makita subcompact

[@sedanchair2]

... Actually no. The Makita blade comes in first. The Ryobi blade comes in third, followed down the line by the Diablo and the rest.

[@OregunAdventure]

@@sedanchair2 really? I was gonna go pick up a Diablo.

[@wildkat16]

The leveling portion is on the right side should cut the other way, like when u cut the olywood

[@BrianBechThomsen]

Anyone know what the EU version number is for this machine? Thanks

[@FlyinTrapezious]

Great review Tim! AS ALWAYS! Quick question : If you put it up against the comparable Milwaukee is it apples to apples? I was going to buy the Milwaukee but after seeing thisI have reservations about going with the Milwaukee.

[@guillaumepare9651]

How does it goes with a guide? I hear it's not great.

[@byronquinley1400]

Never used a blade left configuration but thinking I would like it. What's the opinion on blade left vs right? I'm a righty

[@OregunAdventure]

I’m a righty and can only use a blade left. You can’t see the blade on a blade right if you have the saw in your right hand. This saw is awesome!

[@byronquinley1400]

​@@OregunAdventure Picked one up and started building steps for my patio project. So far so good and very happy with the blade left configuration. I never mistake it for my corded DeWalt, but it did great. I cut 2x8 PT lumber without issue. Worked on 45 bevel cuts as well, just had to slow down a bit. Used a 4ah battery.

[@OregunAdventure]

@@byronquinley1400 awesome! I was building a chicken coop this weekend. I ripped a few 2x’s with zero issues. I love it for what it is.

[@ex8280]

Make sure to get good blades or be wary of dull blades. Kickback is scary with blade left as it is close to your body and like to swing down towards it. Blade right is safer.

[@katzenpapa]

Will it cut 2x4s?

[@Johnbovii]

Yes

[@mattek519]

I hope that was a jab thrown at the loser who said you repeat yourself too much in the comments of one of your last videos. Haha. I love it

[@Admajors]

Wouldn't a laser make a lot more sense than the LED light?

[@Benjels480]

Where’s the link?

[@spartaeus]

How many 2x4 s. Can you cut till the battery needs recharging??? I want to build a little cabin in the woods and I don't want to run a generator. I have an older porter cable cordless saw, and it's useless! It will cut maybe five 2x4s till the battery needs recharging.

[@thecrossedtheroadfund4289]

That info is privileged to the Battery Gods 😂

[@scottbionicnerf8727]

This appears to be a great weekend warrior. You could remodel your kitchen and bathroom and may be decide you like doing that type of stuff.

[@aznmode1]

This or Milwaukee m12?

[@stellabelikiewicz1523]

I know you left this comment two years ago, but fast forward to the future and I am experiencing THE EXACT SAME DILEMMA 😂! The M12 seem like such a great little saw, but I would need to get on the Milwaukee battery platform which makes it SO MUCH more expensive….. what did you ultimately decide, random internet stranger 😁?

[@aznmode1]

@stellabelikiewicz1523 i ended up with Ryobi because of the larger size blade. I used it to cut 2x4. But it's heavy specially with a 4.0 battery. So I don't know if I made the right choice. But luckily I don't use it enough for me to be too picky about it now.

[@stellabelikiewicz1523]

@ weight is such a factor! I specifically went to home depot to see if I could physically hold the m12 to see how it feels in the hands, and of course, home depot being home depot, they didn’t have a display model out despite having the saw in stock and also having so many more obscure m12 tools on display 🙄. Plus, at NYC locations they have a lot of their tools literally bolted down with hose clamps so you can’t lift them anyway. So I went around and picked up all the 6 1/2 saws that could be lifted up, and lo and behold I came across this ryobi 6 1/2” saw that I didn’t even know existed, and it feels pretty ergonomic and only weighs 5 pounds without the battery… but those batteries do add a lot of weight, plus all the review videos on the m12 saw make it seem so sweet 😅. Like you I’m a hobbyist so it probably doesn’t matter much in the end, but I just love sexy power tools! Plus, I’m mostly going to be breaking down sheet goods so the depth of cut is less important than feel while operating the tool. These decisions are HARD! Thank you for giving me your assessment!

[@DanielGomez-cf6vk]

Just got one for $60 dollars we’ll see how it does I got ridgid sub compact 6 1/2 too

[@Shoptoolreviews]

You can't beat that price. Thanks for watching.

[@DanielGomez-cf6vk]

@@Shoptoolreviews $89 for the holidays at Home Depot and $99 for the ridgid sub compact

[@job38four10]

What sticks out to me is, battery position, very unusual........

[@mrradio2187]

Got the email sales flyer from Home Depot, I need another cutting device like a hole in the head. I have so many saws now I could open up a hardware store from my house!

[@mrradio2187]

Yeah, I bought it, so darn cute!

[@Shoptoolreviews]

lol. Has anyone told you that you have a problem? Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@ProxyFinal]

My only issue is that the housing is made of plastic

[@djjd3027]

This seems a lot better then their 7 1/4 inch HP saw. Which is not very good and probably not better then their previous saw.

[@guillaumepare9651]

Better in what?

[@airbiketrimmer9437]

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[@interman7715]

Ryobi ,please make a decent blade right saw .

[@poonhandler86]

Throw that blade in the trash throw a Diablo in there an it's an entirely different tool

[@jasonstouder]

i dare you to drop that thing from 5 feet on concrete.

[@omarguzman678]

Think ryobi is doing better

[@marlonestrella5054]

Nope.... lol

[@timhann3701]

Ryobi is all junk

[@bobthetoolguy]

No it’s not, it’s one of my favorite brands. They make a large selection of tools no one else makes and I have never had a problem with any of my tools from them

[@OUTILSCLIPSQC]

Clearly

[@timhann3701]

I have two dead 40 volt batteries a dead chainsaw and a dead blower and the weed wacker is junk all one season. Take that saw and try to cut two 4x4s in half 8 ft see what happens

[@bread-gz3rl]

I watched a brushed sawzall catch fire 3 times and it's fine, it also had a car dropped on it

[@victorbanuelos4630]

@@timhann3701 i mean if i entered an F1 race in a fiat it'd probably look like a terrible car. your statement makes me believe that its more user error than the tool. its not a milwaukee or a dewalt. dont try heavy duty work with light duty tools.