True review of the rotorazor saw would i buy it again

Rotorazor Saw amzn.to/2DkwCjd
Bus Build channel www.lifwthewildride.com
Real review of the rotorazor saw. It is not the greatest thing I would never buy one but it has come in handy for building the bus and it is compact so it can easily go with you. Other then that it has too many issues for what it cost they advertise it to do so much but it is only capable of a fraction of that. if you watch the company video you see that the metal they cut with it is like paper. With that said if thats what you want it for then yull be fine just dont expect it to be as advertised. I guess that goes for most things sold today. All in All it works for many things and has its use just like many other tool.
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[@tomy2t0ne3]

You have the only honest review on youtube! Every one else has been given a saw from the company.

[@shanesmaineshop]

Thank you, even if I was given the saw I would be honest about it. It’s either a good tool or not or somewhere in the middle I suppose. Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@hangao9673]

*Works well for a DIY home improvement job **MyBest.Tools** A little sloppy in the cut. Water reservoir is too small. Cut one 20" tile - time to refill.*

[@ASoule-ks6yq]

I'm so glad that my brother sent me this video because my dad had bought me one of these for Christmas last year. I was actually going to sell it in a yard sale because I could not figure out why the blade was not going down when I needed to cut my wood now I understand it. Thank you so much for explaining this to us!!!!

[@ASoule-ks6yq]

I would actually like to find a saw that's a little bit smaller cuz I don't have big hands either I do a lot of craft work a lot of woodwork so if you can recommend something please let me know thank you again

[@shanesmaineshop]

@@ASoule-ks6yq Check out the Rockwell versa cut amzn.to/2SoVDjy. Also here is a video i did on it as well kzbin.info/www/bejne/d6LTpaCqgbJqnas hope this helps and thanks for commenting.

[@sw1james]

I appreciate the honesty, as so many reviews are fake, but I am sure yours is not. Good reviews should always tell us the pros and cons

[@shanesmaineshop]

I have recently acquired a different saw that address some of the issues and I also give it a fair and honest review. the video should be up Monday morning on the 22nd at 9 am eastern time. Let me know what you think after you watch it. Thanks

[@infoagentwisconsin2650]

Your review 10 of 10 man! Thumbs up!

[@shanesmaineshop]

Thank you very much, I’m glad you liked it and thanks for taking the time to comment

[@kimberleybosso4195]

omg totally frustrated with this saw. YOu're right ... the line I draw is so far in front so you cant see where to stop and it's hard to do a straight line

[@foleydave26]

If I get one I will be cutting some of the safety features out of the way so I can see the blade cut and glueing the top button up. Sometimes tools need to be modified. Thanks for the review

[@rubenesparza7546]

I filed the plunge safety pin down, I found it too awkward and unsafe for me to have to unlock the plunge. It’s a small pin on the inside of the guard that moves in and out. Now I just turn it on and I don’t have to remove the plunge safety

[@pamelarice3832]

You are so right! I can't see where to stop!

[@barbarastalcup6535]

Thank you so much for your candid comments about rotorazer. I was ready to order one when I listened to the rating info from you. Have decided against it. Just going to buy a good table saw. Thanks and God bless you

[@shanesmaineshop]

You’re welcome, I’m glad you found the information helpful. Thank you for taking the time to comment.

[@barbarastalcup6535]

I now have you in my info to keep where I can get my hands on your info immediately. Happy Easter. And God bless you

[@BIGGBULLxxx]

Thanks for this review now I will pass on it. 👍

[@Grapevine_DJ]

Dug mine out for the first time today. I have had it for years. It cut some plywood and drywall. I did not require anything fancy. Worked well for that. I think if someone is looking at this to buy, I would find something else.

[@shanesmaineshop]

I agree, thank you for taking the time to comment.

[@davidveasey3142]

Your first demerit I don't find too discomforting. IMHO, A woodworker's "Best Practice" always calls for making registration marks on your tool / table, etc. as a prerequesite step once you've set blade dept-of-cut ....this done on this tool, simply by plunging the blade fully and making a crayon mark on the side of shoe (between the near and far notches). I do agree, that the ergonomics fail need to be addressed in future model upgrades. The slider On-Off is far too discomforting; coupled with the same-diameter housing. Needs to fit the human hand better.

[@shanesmaineshop]

Fair enough, Thanks for taking the time to comment

[@beckyb8929]

thanks for the great detailed review! As a woman I really don't like using hand held power tools because they aren't made for women's hands, and they are often too heavy for me to feel safe using. I feel safer using the big stuff that doesn't move but I no longer have access to a shop so am looking for things to use at home. Skill saws petrify me! I actually would love all the safety features but just looking at that thick handle, never mind all the things you commented on about what needs to be held down while cutting.... too bad. I'll keep looking or maybe they've improved this since 2018....I appreciate hearing from an expert!

[@shanesmaineshop]

Thanks for taking the time to comment . I am glad you liked the video.

[@davidveasey3142]

Whoa....You misunderstood the part about "what needs to be held down while cutting"..The safety release button on top -is a "one-time" depress, meant ...to protect everything from the blade...until it's safely cutting into your item. You can release it ...after the cutting begins. I do agree, that the ergonomics of the body needs reworking to better adapt to being hand-held. I'd like a later model to have a fingertip depress in-lieu-of the finger slide.

[@wrdennig]

Thanks . . . I was just going to buy one. The blade diameter is what attracted me, for small plunge cuts. But now I'll look for something else. Cordless would be better. Thanks again for taking the time to post the review.

[@shanesmaineshop]

not sure if you saw my other video comparing two different ones. here is a link if your interested. kzbin.info/www/bejne/d6LTpaCqgbJqnas

[@SaggiScorp]

Thank you for your honesty! I just saw their commercial and it stopped me in my tracks. I was about to purchase it because it seemed like the tool I would need to build temporary storage in my large studio apartment. This review is 5 years old, and their informercial seemed to address the very flaws you addressed, but I'm not sure. I am a DIYer, and have never built what I want to build from wood: wall shelves, floating shelves, large wall sound proofing, cabinet improvement, etc. For someone like me, what small hand tools would you recommend, please? Thank you for any information you may share. Could you make a video about it? I know I'm not the only renter wanting to create more space in residential rentals.

[@shanesmaineshop]

If you’re looking for a small saw similar to this one I recommend the Rockwell Versacut, I have a video of that on my channel as well if you look you’ll find it. What other tools are you considering?

[@melissagodwinjustmathinaro5548]

VERY helpful!

[@douglassmith4890]

You are right. I have bigger hands, and I find it very awkward to hold. I also am not as impressed with the ceramic blade.

[@sueflora2994]

Thank you for your review 😊

[@shanesmaineshop]

You’re very welcome thank you for taking the time to watch and comment

[@Sam21998]

How would this be for cutting wall plaster or a wooden front door, 1950's styled and tile for backsplash?

[@shanesmaineshop]

I think it would work fine for wall plaster and the door providing it’s not too thick of wood or made out of a hardwood, I’m not sure on tile, they say it can however I have not used it on that. Hope this helps and thank you for watching the video and asking the question.

[@MyGogirls]

How to change out the blaze?

[@AuntyM66]

Good review.

[@shanesmaineshop]

AuntyM66 Thank you I’m glad you liked it. I have another one where I compare that saw to the Rockwell versa cut which I ended up liking better.

[@shanesmaineshop]

Here is a link to me using and talking more about the rotorazor on my other channel kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIOahqWZm5WkZ6c

[@coopthescoop100]

good review

[@shanesmaineshop]

Thank you and thanks for commenting

[@adviyetalay216]

my mom saw the rotorazor and wants one i need which one is rally good product

[@shanesmaineshop]

Check out this video first it show the Rockwell that i like much better. kzbin.info/www/bejne/d6LTpaCqgbJqnas

[@Bayonet-Taboo]

now that I see the cons- i reckon i could use it for a lot of fast and dirty small stuff

[@shanesmaineshop]

Kris I think it makes more sense once you use them for yourself then you’ll know for sure which one you like better. Thanks again for taking the time to comment I hope it was helpful.

[@robanderson6716]

You answered my exact question: Is it just me or is this thing really hard to operate for people with normal sized hands!?

[@shanesmaineshop]

It’s not just you, I recommend the Rockwell versa cut, I have a video on that one as well and it’s a much better design in my opinion. Thanks for commenting.

[@edisonaceberos4945]

it's very interesting,, but I would like to ask one question, can we use that in a degrees cutting?thanks

[@dphotos007]

It’s a saw that should be battery powered because this looks like a tool you would use a few times on location. Many people complain about the button design. It looks like a Harbor Freight type tool that is made in China. I will take a pass in this tool.

[@shanesmaineshop]

Some good points for sure.. Thanks for taking the time to comment. If you’re interested in a tool like this I did a review and a comparison of this one vs the Rockwell versa cut which in my opinion was a much better tool.

[@kimariokiji]

Shane, is there a similar portable skill saw (with safety features) that you would recommend?

[@shanesmaineshop]

Yes I think the Rockwell verse the cat is a much better tool. If you check out my video labeled Roto razor vs Rockwell versacut you can see the video I did about both of these tools and there are links in the description for each of them but the Rockwell is a much better tool. I hope this helps and thanks for taking the time to comment

[@shanesmaineshop]

Sorry for the typos I am away from my computer and doing this reply on my phone and I do not have my glasses LOL

[@shanesmaineshop]

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[@503dcccccccccccc]

4” grinder with a cutting wheel. (4” Angle grinder )

[@dorothydarroch4481]

Thank you for your review. However, I’m looking for a video on how to replace/switch out the blades. I’m doing something wrong! Dorothy..

[@shanesmaineshop]

I would be happy to make that video, but it would not be up for a week or so, and most likly to late for you. Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@drm9979]

after undoing the bolt in center of blade, you push forward on that top button he spoke of, then the flat part releases and you can lift and swap out the blades.

[@jelissatorres2284]

Do you know of a better one to purchase?

[@shanesmaineshop]

Check out this video, I talk about the versa cut and why I like it better. maybe it will be one that will work for you. kzbin.info/www/bejne/d6LTpaCqgbJqnas

[@edisonaceberos4945]

I mean 45 degrees , can we also use this kind of saw??

[@shanesmaineshop]

I’m not 100% sure I know what you’re asking me, if your asking does the thing tip at an angle to cut 45s, in this case no it does not

[@robertherberg9595]

Man. I almost bought one of these.

[@shanesmaineshop]

Robert Herberg The Rockwell versa cit is much better in my opinion. And I have a video on that as well

[@shanesmaineshop]

John Briar Thanks for taking the time to comment. Also I did a follow up video about this product and another one that I like even better. Have a great day.

[@coachlawrence6083]

I should have watched this a before I wasted my money.

[@shanesmaineshop]

Ya sorry you did not see the video first. Thanks for commenting

[@tinman1955]

What size blades? Are they proprietary to that brand.

[@shanesmaineshop]

I’m not sure I will try to remember and check this week and get back to you I apologize I don’t know off the top my head but I don’t believe they are proprietary

[@davidveasey3142]

@@shanesmaineshop 5 months time is too long to wait for you to measure the blade

[@mikeinwtby]

Yes I've been camped out in home.depot.parking lot waiting for the reply but soon I will run out of fuel and rations. Please hurry

[@julieweatherford8580]

How do I find your bus build site?

[@shanesmaineshop]

Julie Weatherford On my homepage for my KZbin channel there should be a featured channel section there are three featured channels one of them should be life the wild ride. Otherwise you can just type in life the wild ride into KZbin and you should be able to find it. If you don’t let me know and I will get a link and send it to you I am not in front of a computer at the moment. Thanks for commenting.

[@starpic4561]

I wonder if you can ziptie that bottom button pulled back. Unless it doesn't pull back til it's running. I normally watch freaknreviews but don't think he's done rotorazor so yours seemed like a legit review but worry the compensation if the product is bought through your site affects your opinion. How does that work?

[@shanesmaineshop]

Good questions number one you can’t really zip tied back that bottom button because that’s the trigger that turns the salt on and off you would not want the cops are running right when you plugged it in I did intern though tape the top button forward so it’s easier to plunge down without having to push that. As far as me being compensated if you buy it through my site it’s only an Amazon link I make pennies so it doesn’t matter to me if you order it that way or not. Just wanted to do an honest review. With that said I have been using it quite a bit on the building of my bus so even though it has its issues it certainly has come in handy. I suppose that goes for just about any tool. Either way thank you for taking the time to comment and asking the questions.

[@starpic4561]

Was first time watching your site. Understand now you are not compensated by the tool company so you're not swayed. Subscribed & agree any tool is somewhat handy. Can't wait to see what the bus thing is about.

[@shanesmaineshop]

All my bus videos are on a different KZbin channel please take the time to check it out it’s called life the wild ride. I also talk more about the Roto razor a few times in a couple videos. I’m currently responding on my phone if I get a chance I’ll put a link to it if you can’t find the channel but you should not have a problem thanks again for taking the time to comment. It means a lot that people get at least something out of some of my videos.

[@Shazzamm1971]

So your two major flaws can be corrected by a sharpie mark(s) to show the depth adjusted stop point and the recommended two hands? Ok.

[@shanesmaineshop]

Well, that’s one way to look at it but not not what I would do considering there’s much better models on the market.

[@treeguyable]

But,.....does it take Glock mags?

[@shanesmaineshop]

Not unless you do the upgrade yourself. You will have to use aftermarket parts for the conversion.

[@badbowtie73]

No birdhouse to big or small for this beast! 🤣

[@TeamProsperity]

good to know, I’ll pass on this tool

[@shanesmaineshop]

Ya I was not impressed overall. Did you see my other video on this tool and one like it that if much better? If not here is the link to it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/d6LTpaCqgbJqnas

[@stephengiacobozzi7785]

that is not the rotorazor shone on TV

[@shanesmaineshop]

stephen giacobozzi There are more than one models. Thanks for commenting

[@jarnailbhander2718]

I just bought one after watching tv ad . I am not impressed. Spring is too tight for blade guard, cannot see the blade while operating, no work light on the cutting path. After all not a handy tool , compare to money we pay and performance we aspect from a handy tools.

[@shanesmaineshop]

Jarnail Bhander I agree

[@bobbg9041]

The con was spending nearly 200 bucks on this cheep toy for a tool.

[@shanesmaineshop]

Fortunately I did not spend anywhere near that for the one I reviewed in this video. But I agree it’s not worth a fraction of that amount in my opinion. Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@the7.3nation95]

You know what they say about small hands lol

[@shanesmaineshop]

LOL the good thing is I have a big nose and that counters the small hand theory LOL

[@slmcesar2700]

shanesmaineshop I got big hands and a huge nose 😳😳

[@rubenesparza7546]

My wife says it makes things look bigger when you hold a tool

[@hymlog]

$150 BUCKS? ...ARE THE BLADES PURE GOLD?

[@shanesmaineshop]

I believe the price has come down since the making of this video, but that is the price of the saw as well not just the blades. I also believe there’s better options out there as well in fact I prefer the Rockwell versa cut myself which I also did a review on.

[@hymlog]

@@shanesmaineshop ...Cheaper? ...Please Post a Link!!

[@shanesmaineshop]

I will post a link when I get home this evening.

[@hymlog]

@@shanesmaineshop ...WILL YOU BE GETTING HOME THIS YEAR?

[@shanesmaineshop]

amzn.to/36luuo6 here is a link to the versa cut. I like this mode an brand better as well hope this will be helpful for you. thanks for commenting.

[@mr.nobody6977]

Its only good for small projects.. overheats and stop working. 😤😤😤

[@shanesmaineshop]

I would say it was intended for small projects for sure. Thanks for commenting.

[@davidveasey3142]

@@shanesmaineshop Length of cut aside....You are not cutting 1 inch or thicker wood with this saw. There is a limit to metal & plastic material as well.

[@robertclark4929]

And where do you get blades? from CHINA.

[@shanesmaineshop]

You can get them online and local hardware stores in some cases the blades are available by many different brands

[@syedjavedahmad9719]

Looks like, you don't know what you talking about.

[@shanesmaineshop]

Sorry you feel that way. Have a great day and thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@erikak8187]

Those things are so loud and awful sounding.

[@shanesmaineshop]

thanks for commenting

[@seanfrederickson4065]

You don't have to hold the plunge button down the whole time you're using it. Not the best review. From the very start when you didn't know the name of what you are reviewing and then get the name wrong a couple times. Lol

[@shanesmaineshop]

Sean Frederickson That is true you don’t have to hold it down once it has released however I still dislike that feature. As far as the name of it well we all make mistakes and get forgetful as we get older. LOL. Thanks for taking the time to comment.