Ridgid
Up to 3,700 RPM 50° Bevel Capacity Electronic Blade Brake
The Ridgid R8656 is a lightweight, compact 18V brushless circular saw featuring a 6-1/2 inch blade and 5,000 RPM no-load speed. It is designed for portability and precision, offering tool-free depth and bevel adjustments, an LED light, and vacuum hose compatibility for dust management.
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Expert Opinion
Professional reviewers praise the Ridgid R8656 for its concise power-to-accuracy balance, highlighting its dead-on cutlines and good tracking. However, they note a significant power gap compared to the larger 7-1/4 inch model, observing that while it completes cuts, it labors on compound cuts in thick materials. It is viewed as a nimble tool for sheet goods and 2x lumber rather than a heavy-duty ripping saw.
What Users Say
Everyday users echo the praise for the saw's lightweight design and low fatigue, noting it is more nimble for cross-cuts and sheet goods. Recurring complaints focus on the tool being underpowered for thick or hard woods and compound cuts, aligning with performance tests that suggest it is not ideal for heavy lifting tasks.
Common Complaints
Underpowered for thick or hard woods. Struggles with compound cuts in dense material. Lack of preset bevel detents requires manual verification
How It Compares
vs. Ridgid R8657B (18V Brushless 7-1/4 in.)
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Choose the R8656 for portability and precision in light duty work, or the R8657B for heavy ripping and thick material cutting.
vs. Ridgid R8655B (18V 6-1/2 in.)
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Choose the R8656 for modern brushless efficiency and speed, or the R8655B if budget is a primary concern for basic 6-1/2 inch tasks.
