WEN 3625 5-Amp 4-1/2-Inch Beveling Compact Circular Saw with Laser and Carrying Case

This tool was my first purchase on my home improvement journey. I used it non-stop for a year. In that time I have cut trim, stair treads, shelving, and plywood. I also used it to make a custom backsplash. It is a great tool, but some context is needed. 1) It has a laser sight, but it never proved necessary. 2) It is a mini-saw. Meaning, it will struggle to cut materials thicker than 1". This is rarely a concern unless you are framing. 3) pairing it with a framing square made an excellent edge guide. 4) The saw has angle and depth control. However, like all circular saws, they are less than accurate. You will need to set them with a gauge. Otherwise, there are no issues with alignment. 5) The saw is tough, but it can be broken. Specifically, the aluminum faceplate can be bent if dropped. This is the only issue I found with it's durability. The damage was my fault, not the tool's. Overall, it proves itself as a tool. Due to both their affordability and Utility, the majority of my power tools were purchased from Wen. Use: Carpentry. Materials: red oak, pine, birch, melamine.

I purchased this saw for one particular job…. To cut off the bullnose on 20 original stair treads at my home (so that I could install hardwood re-treads). After cutting off the first two with a 7-1/4” circular saw and finishing the cuts on either end with an oscillating saw, I wanted something smaller that left a smaller amount to cut off with the oscillating saw. For the price, this saw got the job done and it was easier and more accurate than the larger circular saw. The saw had enough power to get through the 1” pine treads but struggled a couple of times. The laser helped to make for more accurate cuts on the individual stair treads. The saw could only get to within 2-1/2” or so of the end of the stair tread and I still needed to use an oscillating saw to cut the rest off. I knew I would still need to use the oscillatory saw but was hoping to get a little closer to the edge with this smaller saw. The rail that came with the saw seemed a bit flimsy and I chose not to use it to help make for straight lines (feared it might come loose and the cut line would drift). Additionally, I had to start in the middle of the tread and cut one way, and then flip the saw around and cut the other way. I would have rated this saw 4 stars on its performance alone, but when I consider the price, it warranted 5 stars. I would recommend this to others for small jobs, particularly in tight places.

Great product at a good price but because of my arthritis, it was hard for me to operate. Other than that, it was fantastic..

Used this to get a good, clean cut on a butcher block countertop. Everything went fine until the saw just stopped progressing. It still ran, but it felt like something was snagging preventing it from moving farther. Couldn't figure out why. Used it for a few other projects and the same thing happened. FINALLY I figured it out. It comes with a 24t blade, which is rather coarse, but still makes a nice clean cut when it's working. What was happening is that too fast a cut with such a coarse blade puts a bigger load on the saw. The drive shaft on the saw has two flats to locate and drive the retention washer, BUT NOT THE BLADE. And the blade retention screw was only snug. So when the going got tough, the blade stopped but the drive shaft didn't. I tightened the blade screw (left hand thread) and it worked fine. It's not for heavy-duty work, but now it's my go-to circular aw even for heavier tasks because it's easier and more maneuverable to use. It just takes a lighter touch. All the accessories work well, with the exception that the vacuum attachment could work better.

This is the fourth WEN power tool I have bought and I'm impressed with the quality and price of each one. I have used this saw on just some small projects and it is much easier to use than my full size circular saw. It's qwick and efficient and has plenty of power. The case is a nice addition to the package and even has storage for extra blades. I only wish I would have bought it sooner!

I am a woodworker of 40+ years and have used many power hand tools. WEN makes a quality product that performs as advertised. I purchased the compact circular saw for versatility and convenience, especially with 4x8 sheets of wood and long boards. Much easier using this portable saw, than trying to cut large pieces on a table or chop saw. The saw cuts through 2x4(s) with ease and accurately. If you use the unit as instructed, then you should get good results. I did a lot of research before purchasing, and felt that this unit was the best value. It comes with a nice, sturdy carrying case, vacuum hose attachment, cutting guide, allen wrench and carbide tipped 24 tooth blade. I am very pleased with the choice I made and I believe you will be too.

Disappointed: a decent saw but the dust extraction is completely ineffective. The dust port in the shroud is very narrow and makes a 90 degree turn, causing it to clog. The skinny little hose that attaches to the saw and a shop vac is also made with material so thin that it keeps collapsing in on itself. So there is no dust extraction. Just throw the saw’s “hose” away, put a plug in the extraction port and use your third hand to run the shop vac hose next to the saw.

I’ve had this saw for a couple of years now. I originally gave it 3 stars, but after using it more I realized that it’s really quite good for some applications. There is a bit of a learning curve on getting used to how to use it. I have come to use this tool for doing a lot of basic cuts in 2x lumber. I use it a lot when repairing decks. It cuts well once you get the hang of it. I recommend using a speed square as a cutting guide to keep your cuts straight. The thing I like most about it is that it is compact and can get into places a full sized circular saw cannot. It’s also very lightweight so it doesn’t wear you out. To be clear, if you are framing up something from scratch and cutting 2x4,6,8,10s etc on a saw horse, I’d use a good quality circular saw. But if you’re doing some kind of repair to an existing structure, perhaps on a ladder or in a tight area then this may be what you need. For deck boards or 2x lumber it cuts great. At first it will seem awkward because you are holding like you would a flashlight. It just takes some getting used to.

this compact saw is perfect for home use. It's incredibly useful and easy to operate.

Ya llevó varios meses con esta pequeña sierra, algo baja de calidad en el acabado y los metales utilizados, no así en la potencia y precisión. Tiene un motor que realmente alcanza los 5 amperes a pleno trabajo y potencia, y esto se traduce en facilidad de corte. Es más potente de lo que se puede creer. No sé otras personas, pero en lo particular, mi sierra es precisa y el corte de la sierra es coherente con la guía láser. Es una excelente sierra para el trabajo para el cuál fué diseñada, cumple correctamente con su cometido.

I bought this saw and was a bit skeptical until I took it out of the box and used it. To the people who commented about how heavy it is, obviously they never used a circular saw before cause not only is this light, but it's so easy to maneuver with one hand, and it's very powerful. I cut 20- 3/4" sheets of plywood and countless 2×4's effortlessly and the blade is still far from dull. I love that there's a case for it too. Very handy and and all around great saw. Let's just put it this way... I never used my cordless Milwaukee M18 circular saw again since I bought this. Thank you Amazon!!

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Light weight and maneuverable. The safety lock switch in poor spot. Ackward to use.