The Best Circular Saw Blades – Reviews 2020

For accurate and smooth cuts in almost any material, you can use this miter saw blade set from Craftsman. It features two blades that have different teeth around the edges for various projects. All of those carbide teeth can stand up to hundreds of jobs.

Thanks to the corrosion coating on the surface, these blades are resistant to rust, even when used on wet woods or around water. The blades also feature a heat-treated plate that will keep the metal from warping when you keep them in storage or use the blades.

Key Features:

• 10-inch diameter
• Carbide teeth
• Resistant coating
• Two blades in each pack

Pros:

• Includes a different number of teeth on each blade
• Will not warp or bend
• Resistant to rust and corrosion
• Makes accurate and smooth cuts

Cons:

• Do not last as long as premium blades do
• Takes some time to separate the two blades

Though the high price tag might make you take a second look, the Woodworker II from Forest is one of the best blades for those who can afford the price. It goes through several stages in the manufacturing process to ensure that tooth is as sharp as the next. The blade has 30 teeth wrapped around the edges, each with a 15-degree angle.

Designed for both crosscuts and rips, it can work with hardwood of up to three inches thick but isn't suitable for cutting plywood. It has a 10-inch diameter with 5/8-inch arbors.

Key Features:

• 10-inch diameter
• 30, 15-degree teeth
• Hand-tensioned plate
• All-purpose saw blade

Pros:

• Works on hardwood of two to three inches thick
• Creates smooth and finished cuts
• Suitable for rips and crosscuts
  
• Remains sharp through hundreds of cuts

Cons:

• Very expensive
• Not suitable for plywood cuts

Anyone who owns a Rockwell circular saw should see if this blade is compatible with their tools because it is the best for the money. The 4-1/2-inch diameter makes it perfect for small jobs and places where you don't have room for a larger blade. Thanks to the diamond surface, you get smooth and clean cuts.

Whether you need to cut backer board or cement, this saw blade will work, and it can also cut tile. Designed for dry cutting, it lets you cut those materials without using any liquid too.

Key Features:

• 60-grit diamond saw blade
• 4-1/2-inch diameter
• Segmented design
• Compatible with Rockwell saws

Pros:

• Works on most materials, including cement and tile
• Designed for dry cutting to reduce dust
• Easy to use
  
• Diamond surface creates smooth cuts

Cons:

• Can become dull quite quickly
• Only compatible with select Rockwell products

The best circular saw blade for cutting metal might be this DEWALT saw blade that is compatible with a variety of circular saws. It has a 7-1/4-inch diameter and 60 teeth around the edges that remain sharp when cutting through metal and wood.

With the heat vents, the blade runs smoothly and will not bend or bind. DEWALT added a special coating to the surface of the blade that keeps it from sticking to the materials. This coating uses the classic yellow and black colors in the company's logo and will not flake off.

Key Features:

• 7-1/4-inch diameter
• 60 teeth
• Anti-stick coating
• Heat vents

Pros:

• Compatible with circular saws from DEWALT and other manufacturers
• Made from tungsten carbide to keep the teeth sharp
• Special vents keep the blade from binding and sticking
  
• 5/8-inch arbor for fast installation

Cons:

• Can make some poor cuts when the blade dulls
• Might catch on some materials

With this package from Freud, you get five circular saw blades that each have a 6-1/2-inch diameter that ranks as the best circular saw blade for plywood. Each blade has a 5/8-inch arbor to make it compatible with most circular saws as well as a 5/8-inch arbor for attaching to your tool.

The special coating added to the surface reduces wear and tear, but you may find that the red paint flakes off and onto your project. Each blade has laser-cut vents too that reduce vibrations and help your saw run quietly.

Key Features:

• 40 teeth on each saw blade
• Laser-cut vents
• Protective surface coating
• 5/8-inch arbor

Pros:

• Reduces vibrations and noises
• Will not wear down as quickly as other blades do
• Works great on plywood and hardwood
  
• Includes five blades in each pack

Cons:

• Red paint can rub off the blades
• Not as durable as other saw blades