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Dec 25, 2023 3:28 PM

Ryobi 18V ONE+ HP Brushless 6-1/2" Track Saw Kit (Factory Blemished)

$140

$390

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Direct Tools Outlet has RYOBI 18V ONE+ HP Brushless 6-1/2" Track Saw Kit (Factory Blemished, PTS01K) for $139.99. Shipping is a flat rate $14.99.

Thanks to Community Member rbstern for finding this deal.

Includes:
  • PTS01 18V ONE+ HP Brushless 6-1/2 in. Track Saw
  • 40T carbide-tipped blade
  • (2) 27.5 in. tracks
  • riving knife
  • track clamp
  • blade wrench
  • track wrench
  • (1) PBP004 18V 4.0 Ah HIGH PERFORMANCE Battery
  • PCG002 Charger
  • operator's manual
Product Features:
  • ONE+ HP Technology delivers up to 260 linear feet of cutting per charge when paired with a 4.0 Ah HIGH PERFORMANCE battery
  • Combine (2) 27.5 in. included tracks for up to 55 in. of controlled, accurate cutting
  • Add additional tracks for extended continuous cutting
  • Up to 1-15/16 in. depth of cut at 90° (with track)
  • -1° to 48° bevel capacity
  • Up to 4,300 RPM for controlled, accurate cuts
  • Adjustable depth control switch and depth scale for precise score and plunge cuts
  • Track adjust and anti-tip adjustments ensure smooth and accurate cuts
  • Dust port compatible with standard dust collection systems

Editor's Notes

Written by powerfuldoppler | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • 3-Year Limited Warranty
    • Please read the Forum Thread for more deal discussion.

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Written by rbstern
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Direct Tools Outlet has RYOBI 18V ONE+ HP Brushless 6-1/2" Track Saw Kit (Factory Blemished, PTS01K) for $139.99. Shipping is a flat rate $14.99.

Thanks to Community Member rbstern for finding this deal.

Includes:
  • PTS01 18V ONE+ HP Brushless 6-1/2 in. Track Saw
  • 40T carbide-tipped blade
  • (2) 27.5 in. tracks
  • riving knife
  • track clamp
  • blade wrench
  • track wrench
  • (1) PBP004 18V 4.0 Ah HIGH PERFORMANCE Battery
  • PCG002 Charger
  • operator's manual
Product Features:
  • ONE+ HP Technology delivers up to 260 linear feet of cutting per charge when paired with a 4.0 Ah HIGH PERFORMANCE battery
  • Combine (2) 27.5 in. included tracks for up to 55 in. of controlled, accurate cutting
  • Add additional tracks for extended continuous cutting
  • Up to 1-15/16 in. depth of cut at 90° (with track)
  • -1° to 48° bevel capacity
  • Up to 4,300 RPM for controlled, accurate cuts
  • Adjustable depth control switch and depth scale for precise score and plunge cuts
  • Track adjust and anti-tip adjustments ensure smooth and accurate cuts
  • Dust port compatible with standard dust collection systems

Editor's Notes

Written by powerfuldoppler | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • 3-Year Limited Warranty
    • Please read the Forum Thread for more deal discussion.

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Written by rbstern

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gdgt
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I bought this saw earlier this year for the same price. This is my first track saw and overall I have regretted buying it. First direct tool outlet didn't send me the kit version so no battery or charger. I missed the 7 day return window and after an hour on the phone with them they said they couldnt do anything and hung up on me. Second there's just too much play in the rails to get a perfectly straight cut. The whole saw can rotate slightly no matter how tight you adjust it. This resulted in the rubber strip getting all chewed up and now it's very hard to align to your cut line properly.

Would not recommend purchasing this saw even at this price.
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140 bucks spent on a tool that you're not going to use because it doesn't work right is still 140 bucks wasted (sans the battery maybe).

That said, I have both this and the festool tc60 and while the festool was ready to use out of the box, the ryobi can be made to break down sheet goods just fine if you take a couple of hours to calibrate it, sand down edges on the track section so the saw doesn't get stuck on transitions, add a proper splinter guard, and buy an extra clamp. The biggest weakness in it is not the saw, but the non-standard tracks.

I think the hate it gets is either from tool snobs, or people that see this as a way to get into tracksaws for the first time and don't get the results they expect without really understanding why, so it ends up collecting dust on the back shelf.
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Dec 25, 2023 3:35 PM
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dardarsDec 25, 2023 3:35 PM
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Even with all the hate this kit gets, at this price I don't know why someone would buy something like a Kreg Accu-cut instead. I have a Ridgid model and it's been a godsend for breaking down full sheets.
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Dec 25, 2023 3:39 PM
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dardarsDec 25, 2023 3:39 PM
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Quote from JackPot2k14 View quoted comment :
Because it's Ryobi!
And that's enough because…?
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Dec 25, 2023 3:43 PM
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jezDec 25, 2023 3:43 PM
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This is an awesome deal. It's a great saw for the home shop. It has its quirks and it's not the premium one.
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Dec 25, 2023 3:45 PM
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maxxveDec 25, 2023 3:45 PM
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The problem is that you need additional tracks to cut down 8ft sheet goods. They have never been available to buy separately. However, at this price you could buy two and have enough track along with a spare battery and saw.

Edit: Looks like they are available now for $79. Still might be a better deal to buy 2 saws for the extra track and spare battery.
Last edited by maxxve December 25, 2023 at 07:48 AM.
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Dec 25, 2023 3:46 PM
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petik0Dec 25, 2023 3:46 PM
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Quote from dardars View quoted comment :
Even with all the hate this kit gets, at this price I don't know why someone would buy something like a Kreg Accu-cut instead. I have a Ridgid model and it's been a godsend for breaking down full sheets.
140 bucks spent on a tool that you're not going to use because it doesn't work right is still 140 bucks wasted (sans the battery maybe).

That said, I have both this and the festool tc60 and while the festool was ready to use out of the box, the ryobi can be made to break down sheet goods just fine if you take a couple of hours to calibrate it, sand down edges on the track section so the saw doesn't get stuck on transitions, add a proper splinter guard, and buy an extra clamp. The biggest weakness in it is not the saw, but the non-standard tracks.

I think the hate it gets is either from tool snobs, or people that see this as a way to get into tracksaws for the first time and don't get the results they expect without really understanding why, so it ends up collecting dust on the back shelf.
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Dec 25, 2023 3:47 PM
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petik0Dec 25, 2023 3:47 PM
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Quote from maxxve View quoted comment :
The problem is that you need additional tracks to cut down 8ft sheet goods. They have never been available to buy separately. However, at this price you could buy two and have enough track along with a spare battery and saw.
I've not had any issues getting a hold of these - shipped to store.
https://www.homedepot.com/p/RYOBI.../320745541
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Dec 25, 2023 3:47 PM
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barebottomsDec 25, 2023 3:47 PM
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Looks like a good parking lot break down saw. Has to be better than asking an associate to cut down for you to fit in car. Thanks OP
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Dec 25, 2023 3:50 PM
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dardarsDec 25, 2023 3:50 PM
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Quote from petik0 View quoted comment :
140 bucks spent on a tool that you're not going to use because it doesn't work right is still 140 bucks wasted (sans the battery maybe).

That said, I have both this and the festool tc60 and while the festool was ready to use out of the box, the ryobi can be made to break down sheet goods just fine if you take a couple of hours to calibrate it, sand down edges on the track section so the saw doesn't get stuck on transitions, add a proper splinter guard, and buy an extra clamp. The biggest weakness in it is not the saw, but the non-standard tracks.

I think the hate it gets is either from tool snobs, or people that see this as a way to get into tracksaws for the first time and don't get the results they expect without really understanding why, so it ends up collecting dust on the back shelf.
I totally agree… I just don't understand the expectation of premium quality/performance out of something that isn't priced to be so. It's like someone going into Harbor Freight and throwing a fit that their Pittsburgh wrench that they used a 30% coupon on isn't similar to Knipex.
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Dec 25, 2023 3:51 PM
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gdgtDec 25, 2023 3:51 PM
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I bought this saw earlier this year for the same price. This is my first track saw and overall I have regretted buying it. First direct tool outlet didn't send me the kit version so no battery or charger. I missed the 7 day return window and after an hour on the phone with them they said they couldnt do anything and hung up on me. Second there's just too much play in the rails to get a perfectly straight cut. The whole saw can rotate slightly no matter how tight you adjust it. This resulted in the rubber strip getting all chewed up and now it's very hard to align to your cut line properly.

Would not recommend purchasing this saw even at this price.
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KnowsItToBeTrueDec 25, 2023 4:03 PM
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From reviews it seems this is only good for cutting down thin stock/plywood. It gets bogged down and loses accuracy with very long, hard, or thicker than 1.5" inch material.

I don't own this, just what I gathered from reviews. If you're just occasionally cutting down plywood, this seems like a good deal.
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Dec 25, 2023 4:12 PM
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petik0Dec 25, 2023 4:12 PM
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Quote from KnowsItToBeTrue View quoted comment :
From reviews it seems this is only good for cutting down thin stock/plywood. It gets bogged down and loses accuracy with very long, hard, or thicker than 1.5" inch material.

I don't own this, just what I gathered from reviews. If you're just occasionally cutting down plywood, this seems like a good deal.
Oh yeah, if you're trying to use this for building a hardwood tabletop, it's not for you. Building cabinets though will do just fine. Most people would use this to break down 1/2 or 3/4 ply or other sheet goods. If you use clamps on both ends, it will cut an 8' sheet straight.
Dec 25, 2023 4:23 PM
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AD211Dec 25, 2023 4:23 PM
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If Ryobi releases a v2 or v3, it'll definitely be worth buying. Their current hp brushless tools show they know how to revise things for the better. This is tempting, though
Dec 25, 2023 4:28 PM
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LiquidsilverDec 25, 2023 4:28 PM
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Quote from dardars View quoted comment :
I totally agree… I just don't understand the expectation of premium quality/performance out of something that isn't priced to be so. It's like someone going into Harbor Freight and throwing a fit that their Pittsburgh wrench that they used a 30% coupon on isn't similar to Knipex.
I think the issue is the saw doesn't perform the basic function of a track saw properly. It has play between the saw and track. That right there makes it worthless for any task besides rough cutting sheet goods, and I can do that with just a straight edge and any circular saw.

Premium feature would be great dust collections, perfect fits between tracks, power to cut through hardwoods, etc. I didn't expect any of that from this saw, but I sure as heck expected straight cuts at a minimum, and it failed at that.
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Dec 25, 2023 4:35 PM
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BEERBEAVERDec 25, 2023 4:35 PM
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I purchased the corded makita some years back, and I have to tell you, it was well worth the $450 I spent at the time...I use it mostly for doors and plywood....perhaps the battery version would be more convenient, since I am 100% cordless with everything else, however the horse power factor more than makes up for the cord..... anyway, my point.... there is none, just random thoughts..

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