| Product Description: | Enhance your RYOBI 18V ONE+ System with the RYOBI 18V ONE+ HP Brushless 6-1/2 in. Track Saw. ONE+ HP Technology combines a powerful brushless motor, advanced electronics, and HIGH PERFORMANCE lithium-ion batteries to deliver 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 cuts, and add additional tracks for extended continuous cutting. This saw can make -1° to 48° bevel cuts and has a 1-15/16 in. depth of cut capacity at 90° (with track). Make controlled and accurate cuts quickly, with up to 4,300 RPM. Cut with confidence, as this saw comes equipped with an adjustable depth control switch and depth scale for precise score and plunge cuts, as well as a track adjust and anti-tip adjustments to ensure smooth and accurate cuts. An additional 55 in. Track For Track Saw with (2) 27.5 in. Tracks, and (4) Connector Bars are sold separately as an accessory, Model A73TS01N. Best of all, it is part of the RYOBI 18V ONE+ System of over 300 Cordless Products that all work on the same battery platform. This brushless track saw is backed by the RYOBI 3-Year Manufacturer's Warranty and includes the 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 and operator’s manual. Battery and charger sold separately. |
Community Reviews
Ryobi's cordless 6.5 inch track saw is positioned as a budget-friendly way to make cleaner, more controlled sheet goods cuts, especially for occasional use and short 4 foot rips. It is easy to set up, can handle 90 degree cuts, and the price looks attractive for anyone already invested in Ryobi batteries. The main drawbacks are the proprietary track, limited accessories, and reports of weak power, rough cutting on harder material, and a loud motor. The splinter guard and replacement parts also draw complaints, making it a workable but compromised track saw.
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It can be a good deal at under $180 if you already have Ryobi batteries and only need an occasional track saw for 4-foot cuts or similar sheet-good breakdown. The main caveat is the proprietary track system, which is hard to find, expensive, and limits accessory compatibility.
No. The track is proprietary, so standard track saw accessories like track squares do not fit, and replacement tracks are reportedly hard to find and expensive. A workaround is 3D-printed accessories, but that adds hassle.
Milwaukee is better overall, with stronger power, better depth adjustment, and a more refined track system, while the Ryobi is smaller but weaker and can jam or cut rough on harder material or low battery. If you want a cheap track saw, the WEN corded models are repeatedly suggested as a better value.
Yes, it can handle sheet-good breakdown and big jobs, and it is especially useful for 4-foot cuts. It is less suited to long 8-foot rips on one track, and it may be slow or rough on harder material.
It is reported to be easy enough to set up and capable of clean 90-degree cuts. The tradeoff is that the splinter guard and track ecosystem can be frustrating, and the saw may be loud and less stable than higher-end options.
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I have this and I'm salty because it came with a janky splinter guard and even at Direct Tool and calling Ryobi they say they don't have a replacement and I have to buy a third party one. I bought a third party and it was too big. And I'm just annoyed and haven't used it yet.
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Size - Ryobi is smaller.
Features - Ryobi has less, Milwaukee has better depth adjustment.
Power - Ryobi is weaker (it will jam working on harder material or cut rough when battery gets low, although I haven't tried running the Milwaukee one low)
Track - Ryobi track is narrower and isn't completely straight.
Weight - I don't remember the weight difference, but the Ryobi is pretty heavy even though it's small (doesn't affect use though.)
Noise - Ryobi motor is loud.
Price - Ryobi wins.
Ryobi if you just want something cheap and works. Milwaukee is better, but much more expensive. I bought the Makita 36v too, nice, but I didn't like that it only had metric, so I returned it.
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With a real track saw, the saw rides directly on the track itself, so it's much harder for it to drift or go off-line during the cut. You also get plunge-cut capability, cleaner splinter-controlled cuts, better dust collection, and usually much better bevel-cut stability.
I have the Milwaukee track saw personally, and after using an actual track saw system, it's hard to go back to a regular circular saw + guide setup for sheet goods and cabinetry work.
With a real track saw, the saw rides directly on the track itself, so it's much harder for it to drift or go off-line during the cut. You also get plunge-cut capability, cleaner splinter-controlled cuts, better dust collection, and usually much better bevel-cut stability.
I have the Milwaukee track saw personally, and after using an actual track saw system, it's hard to go back to a regular circular saw + guide setup for sheet goods and cabinetry work.
Of course Milwaukee is much better, but for occasional use the Ryobi is fine (I have one at each of my main work locations). It's a cost thing. At under $180 with a track it's great. I take the Ryobi with me to lumber yards if I'm not in my truck and need some plywood.
The biggest con is the proprietary track. It's different than any other track saw and very hard to find. Then if you find it it is too expensive. If you need/want it for breaking down 4' cuts it's great. If you want to do 8' rips on one track, not likely going to happen.
The biggest complaint I have are the tracks and lack of accessories. No track squares fit this track. 3d printing is the move for the ryobi
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