Makita XSL02Z Saw
- Saw
- 2 inches
- 5700 watts
- Battery
A large, heavier Makita 18 volt saw with a stated 2 inch cutting capacity, best confirmed on the product page since the listed wattage looks duplicated from the RPM figure.
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How it ranks among the 265 saws we track
4.3★ across 157 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
157 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 265 saws we track - how the scorecard works · full saws data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
At 28.8 pounds and roughly 26 by 17 by 17.5 inches, the Makita XSL02Z reads more like a benchtop machine than a handheld saw, with a listed 2 inch cutting capacity.
The listed motor power figure exactly matches the listed RPM figure of 5700, which suggests a data entry duplication rather than a true wattage rating, so that number should be confirmed separately from the product page before relying on it.
- 18 volt battery
- 5700 RPM
- 28.8 pound weight
- 2 inch cutting capacity
Who it's for
Fits buyers who need a larger, stationary-style cordless saw with roughly 2 inches of cutting capacity. Not a fit for anyone wanting a lightweight handheld tool, given the near 29 pound weight.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- 18 volt cordless battery power
- 2 inch cutting capacity
- Alloy steel construction
- Nearly 29 pounds, not a lightweight handheld tool
- Motor wattage figure appears duplicated from the RPM spec
Performance notes
At 28.8 pounds and roughly 26 by 17 by 17.5 inches, this saw is sized and weighted more like a benchtop machine than a handheld tool. The listed motor power exactly matches the listed 5700 RPM figure, which points to a data entry duplication rather than a true wattage rating.
Specifications
| Brand | MAKITA |
|---|---|
| Model | XSL02Z |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 28.8 pounds |
| Dimensions | 25.7 × 17 × 17.5 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 2 inches |
| Speed | 5700 rpm |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Motor Power | 5700 watts |
| Power Source | Battery |
| Voltage | 18 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Alloy Steel |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in saws.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Makita XSL02Z SawThis product | 4.3 / 5 | 157 | 3.6 / 5 |
| DEWALT DCS334B SawDeWalt | 4.8 / 5 | 9,477 | 4.7 / 5 |
| SKIL 5280-01 SawSkil | 4.7 / 5 | 14,300 | 4.6 / 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 MAKITA XSL02Z
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How much does the Makita XSL02Z saw weigh?
28.8 pounds, according to the listing.
What is the cutting capacity of the XSL02Z?
2 inches, per the listed specifications.
What voltage battery does the Makita XSL02Z use?
18 volts.