DEWALT DCS361M1 Saw
- Saw
- 7.2 inches
- Battery
- High Speed Steel
- Better rated than 85%
- More reviewed than 66%
A cordless 20 volt, 7.25 inch saw running at 3750 RPM, built for job site cuts away from an outlet.
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How it ranks among the 265 saws we track
4.8★ across 822 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
822 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
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Overview
The DEWALT DCS361M1 is a 20 volt battery powered saw with a 7.25 inch cutting capacity and a 3750 RPM motor, paired with a high speed steel blade for cutting through common building materials cordless.
The M1 designation typically points to a kit sold with one battery and charger rather than a bare tool, letting it run cordless from the first cut. A 7.25 inch capacity at 3750 RPM places it among compact cordless saws rather than a full stationary machine.
- 20 volt battery powered saw
- 7.25 inch cutting capacity
- 3750 RPM motor speed
- High speed steel blade
Who it's for
Fits users who want a cordless 20 volt saw for framing, remodeling, or job site cuts without running a cord. Someone needing a stationary miter saw setup or a larger blade capacity would need a different DEWALT model.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Cordless 20 volt operation, no cord needed
- 3750 RPM for standard cutting speed
- Kit reportedly includes battery and charger
- 7.25 inch capacity smaller than a full-size saw
- Runtime limited by battery charge, not continuous
Performance notes
Running at 3750 RPM off a 20 volt battery, the DCS361M1 trades the unlimited runtime of a corded saw for the freedom to cut anywhere without an extension cord. The 7.25 inch capacity and high speed steel blade handle standard framing lumber cuts, though blade life and cut quality depend on keeping the correct blade matched to the material.
Specifications
| Brand | DeWalt |
|---|---|
| Model | DCS361M1 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1 pound |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 7.2 inches |
| Speed | 3750 rpm |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Battery |
| Voltage | 20 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | High Speed Steel |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in saws.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEWALT DCS361M1 SawThis product | 4.8 / 5 | 822 | 4.0 / 5 |
| SKIL 5280-01 SawSkil | 4.7 / 5 | 14,300 | 4.6 / 5 |
| DEWALT DCS391B SawDeWALT | 4.6 / 5 | 11,000 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Milwaukee 2719-20 SawMILWAUKEE | 4.8 / 5 | 6,485 | 4.5 / 5 |
| BLACK+DECKER BDEJS600C SawBLACK+DECKER | 4.7 / 5 | 11,123 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the DeWalt DCS361M1
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is the DEWALT DCS361M1 corded or cordless?
It is battery powered, running on a 20 volt DEWALT battery.
What size blade does the DCS361M1 use?
It has a 7.25 inch cutting capacity.
Does the DCS361M1 come with a battery?
The M1 designation generally indicates a kit with one battery and charger included, though buyers should confirm on the current listing.