REALLY good review. I bought the DCS578 in Jun/2020 days after it came out and I love it. I am looking for a saw for my daughter who just moved out and she needs some tools, as she has none. I was considering the new DCS590 as it had such good reviews. After watching some comparison videos, and yours was the best by far....I'll get her the 578 too.
great tests, since I got the brushless 6.5 I sold my power detect 7 1/4. I used my corded circular saw for more demanding cutting. that flex volt sounds amazing
Having the 9AH FV battery included with my string trimmer was nice. Good to see it is an insane battery in this tool as well, since I was eyeing this too!
Can you please test a powerstack battery on the powerdetect saw in comparison with the 60v saw? I got frustrated with the 20V saw with flexvolt batteries (which I used because they are 9Ah and bigger than any other batteries I have and it was burning through batteries fast), and bought a 60V saw - amazing difference! But I think the flexvolt is older technology so curious to see if a powerstack battery would make the 20V saw more useful.
I just remembered the reason I never got into reviewing PD tools. It's the 8 amp hr 20V battery thing. I don't see the point of investing in anything larger than a 5 amp XR unless it also runs my 60v tools. Plus it seems like PD tools were just to give Lowes something to sell not available at Home Depot. Still, I want to know so we'll grab the right batteries and do a showdown. Stay tuned!
@@caseygina3553 okay, so we'll see the 8vs9 in the showdown. I'm guessing the 8 amp 20V batteries run the same 21700 cells as the 9 amps Flexvolts. We'll see!
Forgot to mention the saw I got frustrated with was a PowerDetect. I don't have any XR batteries larger than 4Ah. I do have 5Ah Powerstack batteries but the job (subfloor removal) is complete now. I was cutting through 3/4" particle board glued to plywood - the 60V saw performed MUCH better, saved time, and got a lot more work done on the same Flexvolt battery charge.
I bought the dcs590 but the blade wasn’t square and not lining up with 0 shoe. Was able to make the blade square but seems no way to get it in line with shoe, it’s off by 1/8”. Have seen a lot of complaints about it with previous models, is that just how DEWALT circular saws are?
Just checked and the 590 I have is square between the blade and shoe. If yours is off, or not cutting straight, return it. I'd recommend returning it for a 60 Volt cause the 590 kinda sucks anyway. I'll mention yours is off in my review.
1:50 - I'm confused how the 6 1/2" can 45 through a 2x4 when it can only cut 1 5/8" deep at 45. Also if it could 45 through a 2x why couldn't it 2 pass 45 through a 4x? Must be missing something!
@toolrev thanks! Are there other common/practical use cases besides 45ing 4xs where that extra cut depth is needed? Limiting myself to one saw for now and want it to be pretty capable, so I'm trying to decide if I should go for the 6 1/2 or 7 1/4.
I've run 9 amp Flexvolts on all kinds of 20V tools since they came out and haven't had any issues. I even run Milwaukee tools on them. I have smoked tools on 20V batteries so who really knows what causes what. I know some reviewers get attention for saying that Flexvolt burns up 20V tools, and maybe they are smarter than the engineers at DeWalt, but probably not. By the way the Flexvolt Advantage reviewed here has just been rebranded as the new (not new) DCS590 XR.
Honest question here. I’ve never used dewalt but looking to start buying. I was told you can’t use flex volt batteries in non flex volt tools. Is this true? I’ve been using ryobi for many years but I’m no longer happy with the product but I’m trying to figure out exactly what to go for.
Flexvolt batteries are made to be used with 20V, which I've been doing since they came out with no issues. Some people think if a tool burns out while on a 60V battery it must be the battery but then when a tool burns out on a 20V battery they blame the tool. I wouldn't worry about it. If you go Flexvolt I like the 9 amps the best as they, and the 12 amps, use the more powerful 21700 cells vs. the 6 and 15 amp Flexvolts that use 18650 cells. I like DeWalt for saws and drills and Milwaukee for their nail guns and the m18 FUEL multi-tool. I also use some of their M12 stuff.
Hey Alex, Iv seen this video about 10 times after reviewing prices and kits on Home Depot. I saw your video about the XR rebranding. Is the 60v the better saw to buy knowing what you know today? Thanks for making these vids
Depends on what you do. The 60V is the better saw if you want the most power/performance. That said, you need to run the 9 amp Flexvolt battery to really get the juice. The 6 amp Flexvolts are weak. So, you could run the 20V 590/573 on a 5 amp PowerStack and prob get the same performance as a 60V on a 6 amp. I use the 20V 6.5 saw for remodeling, sometimes on the 9 amp Flexvolt, but usually on a 5 amp XR so... depends.
@@toolrev Great advice. So I only have 6amp Flexvolts x 4 (and a few 4 and 5amp 20v XRs). I can't see myself investing in higher amp 60v batteries anytime soon. So it sounds like from what you said, I would I be best to buy the 573 (which comes with another free 6amp Flexvolt)? Cheers
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Epic detailed review with multiple real world tests with different battery combinations. Thank you very much for sharing!!! 💪😎
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excellent .hands on actual examples of them in actual work .thankyou
REALLY good review. I bought the DCS578 in Jun/2020 days after it came out and I love it. I am looking for a saw for my daughter who just moved out and she needs some tools, as she has none. I was considering the new DCS590 as it had such good reviews. After watching some comparison videos, and yours was the best by far....I'll get her the 578 too.
I just got the 565 and I’m loving it 💪💪 thanks for the review brother
great saw
Excellent I just put a 6 amp flexible on the 565 last forever
Love your work, perhaps add a 5ah powerstack to the mix might give some interesting results.
Thanks again 🇦🇺
Super hopeful, detailed perfectly and easy to understand....I LOVE MY DEWALT
Great video, thank you
Got that 578 ..it's a beast!!
GREAT review
Great test. Thankyou
great tests, since I got the brushless 6.5 I sold my power detect 7 1/4. I used my corded circular saw for more demanding cutting. that flex volt sounds amazing
Thank you! 🙏
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Thank you! That was helpful.
Having the 9AH FV battery included with my string trimmer was nice. Good to see it is an insane battery in this tool as well, since I was eyeing this too!
Love the 9!
Just picked up the 565 as part of a package. I’m about to redo my deck and get a few projects going. Hoping it’s cut out for the job!
Great saw.
Great info and testing
I think they're 60 volt tools are great I'm really hoping the batteries get an upgrade to like pouch
Why is it dcs573/590? I’m considering getting the 590 while it’s on sale but wasn’t sure what he meant by that
Dcs565s a beast unless you're going to be using the saw all day long and at that point I would recommend the 578 flexvolt
Can you please test a powerstack battery on the powerdetect saw in comparison with the 60v saw? I got frustrated with the 20V saw with flexvolt batteries (which I used because they are 9Ah and bigger than any other batteries I have and it was burning through batteries fast), and bought a 60V saw - amazing difference! But I think the flexvolt is older technology so curious to see if a powerstack battery would make the 20V saw more useful.
My guess is 60v will beat PD, but let's see what the deal actually is. It's officially on the list.
I just remembered the reason I never got into reviewing PD tools. It's the 8 amp hr 20V battery thing. I don't see the point of investing in anything larger than a 5 amp XR unless it also runs my 60v tools.
Plus it seems like PD tools were just to give Lowes something to sell not available at Home Depot.
Still, I want to know so we'll grab the right batteries and do a showdown. Stay tuned!
@@toolrev Yeah, that's why I was using 9Ah flexvolts with mine...
@@caseygina3553 okay, so we'll see the 8vs9 in the showdown. I'm guessing the 8 amp 20V batteries run the same 21700 cells as the 9 amps Flexvolts. We'll see!
Forgot to mention the saw I got frustrated with was a PowerDetect. I don't have any XR batteries larger than 4Ah. I do have 5Ah Powerstack batteries but the job (subfloor removal) is complete now. I was cutting through 3/4" particle board glued to plywood - the 60V saw performed MUCH better, saved time, and got a lot more work done on the same Flexvolt battery charge.
Would like to see this updated with the new DCS590
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Why the blade is in left or in right side . Will that make any sense or it for left hand and right hand operation
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Nice review 👌
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Merci !! Infos I wanted 👍
I bought the dcs590 but the blade wasn’t square and not lining up with 0 shoe. Was able to make the blade square but seems no way to get it in line with shoe, it’s off by 1/8”. Have seen a lot of complaints about it with previous models, is that just how DEWALT circular saws are?
Just checked and the 590 I have is square between the blade and shoe. If yours is off, or not cutting straight, return it. I'd recommend returning it for a 60 Volt cause the 590 kinda sucks anyway. I'll mention yours is off in my review.
@@toolrev thanks, yeah I'm going to return it.
1:50 - I'm confused how the 6 1/2" can 45 through a 2x4 when it can only cut 1 5/8" deep at 45. Also if it could 45 through a 2x why couldn't it 2 pass 45 through a 4x? Must be missing something!
No worries, a 2x is 1.5", a 4x is 3.5".
@toolrev thanks! Are there other common/practical use cases besides 45ing 4xs where that extra cut depth is needed?
Limiting myself to one saw for now and want it to be pretty capable, so I'm trying to decide if I should go for the 6 1/2 or 7 1/4.
@@shawndiesel007 Probably, I don't know. I remodel houses, flips, rentals, etc. The only circular saw I carry is the 6.5".
I've heard that the flexvolt battery on a 20 volt tools burns it up cuz it overloads it ,is that true?
I've run 9 amp Flexvolts on all kinds of 20V tools since they came out and haven't had any issues. I even run Milwaukee tools on them. I have smoked tools on 20V batteries so who really knows what causes what. I know some reviewers get attention for saying that Flexvolt burns up 20V tools, and maybe they are smarter than the engineers at DeWalt, but probably not. By the way the Flexvolt Advantage reviewed here has just been rebranded as the new (not new) DCS590 XR.
Honest question here. I’ve never used dewalt but looking to start buying. I was told you can’t use flex volt batteries in non flex volt tools. Is this true? I’ve been using ryobi for many years but I’m no longer happy with the product but I’m trying to figure out exactly what to go for.
Flexvolt batteries are made to be used with 20V, which I've been doing since they came out with no issues. Some people think if a tool burns out while on a 60V battery it must be the battery but then when a tool burns out on a 20V battery they blame the tool. I wouldn't worry about it.
If you go Flexvolt I like the 9 amps the best as they, and the 12 amps, use the more powerful 21700 cells vs. the 6 and 15 amp Flexvolts that use 18650 cells.
I like DeWalt for saws and drills and Milwaukee for their nail guns and the m18 FUEL multi-tool. I also use some of their M12 stuff.
@@toolrev great thanks for the info!
Hey Alex, Iv seen this video about 10 times after reviewing prices and kits on Home Depot. I saw your video about the XR rebranding. Is the 60v the better saw to buy knowing what you know today? Thanks for making these vids
Depends on what you do. The 60V is the better saw if you want the most power/performance. That said, you need to run the 9 amp Flexvolt battery to really get the juice. The 6 amp Flexvolts are weak.
So, you could run the 20V 590/573 on a 5 amp PowerStack and prob get the same performance as a 60V on a 6 amp.
I use the 20V 6.5 saw for remodeling, sometimes on the 9 amp Flexvolt, but usually on a 5 amp XR so... depends.
@@toolrev Great advice. So I only have 6amp Flexvolts x 4 (and a few 4 and 5amp 20v XRs). I can't see myself investing in higher amp 60v batteries anytime soon. So it sounds like from what you said, I would I be best to buy the 573 (which comes with another free 6amp Flexvolt)? Cheers
@@Flashbax I'd go with the 60v saw, but if you get the 20V you're better off using a 5 amp hr Power Stack, which has the power of a 9 amp 60V battery.
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My 565 just stopped working with no reason.
Makita Dewalt Bosch (portable) rest of them wasting money not saving they won’t be for long . From my personal experience 😅