DEWALT DCS590BvsMilwaukee 2834-20
Two circular saws, compared from their makers' published US specs. Specs checked 2026-10-18. Makers do not always rate the same way, so treat cross-brand figures with care.
DEWALT DCS590B
Blade diameter 7-1/4 inMax cut depth at 90 degrees 2-9/16 inMax cut depth at 45 degrees 2 in
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Blade diameter 7.25 inWeight 7.9 lbMotor POWERSTATE Brushless
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- Already own DEWALT 20V MAX batteries? The DCS590B uses them; the 2834-20 needs Milwaukee M18 batteries and a charger.
- Already own Milwaukee M18 batteries? The 2834-20 is the one that fits what you have.
- Starting from nothing: this is a battery-system choice more than a tool choice; compare the kit versions (DCS590WW1, 2834-21HD), which add batteries and a charger.
From the published figures only; no testing. Rated figures from different makers are not measured the same way.
Where they differ
- Different battery systems: DEWALT 20V MAX vs Milwaukee M18. Batteries and chargers do not interchange.
- Both are bare tools: no battery or charger in either box.
9 of 13 listed specs differ or are listed by only one maker. Stated from the published figures only; no testing.
Every published spec, side by side
| Spec | DEWALT DCS590B | Milwaukee 2834-20 |
|---|---|---|
| Blade diameterDiffers | 7-1/4 in | 7.25 in |
| Max cut depth at 90 degreesOnly one listed | 2-9/16 in | Not on maker page |
| Max cut depth at 45 degreesOnly one listed | 2 in | Not on maker page |
| Max speedOnly one listed | 5,500 RPM | Not on maker page |
| Weight, tool onlyOnly one listed | Not on maker page | 7.9 lb |
| Motor | Brushless | POWERSTATE Brushless |
| Batteries in box | 0 | 0 |
| Battery capacity (each) | None included | None included |
| Charger in box | No | No |
| HandleOnly one listed | Not on maker page | Top Handle |
| Weight with batteryOnly one listed | Not on maker page | 11.1 lb |
| Tool lengthOnly one listed | Not on maker page | 14 in |
| WarrantyOnly one listed | Not on maker page | 5 Year Limited Warranty |
"Differs" marks different published values; pure formatting is not counted. "Only one listed" marks a spec only one maker page gives. Box contents, owner ratings, manuals and sources are on each model's own page: DCS590B, 2834-20. Swap either model in the compare tool. copied
DEWALT DCS590B
Blade diameter 7-1/4 inMax cut depth at 90 degrees 2-9/16 inMax cut depth at 45 degrees 2 in
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Find DCS590B prices on Amazon Find DCS590B prices at Acme Tools Opens the retailer in a new tab; the current price is shown there. Marketplace sellers vary: check the seller and exact model.Milwaukee 2834-20
Blade diameter 7.25 inWeight 7.9 lbMotor POWERSTATE Brushless
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Find 2834-20 prices on Amazon Find 2834-20 prices at Acme Tools Opens the retailer in a new tab; the current price is shown there. Marketplace sellers vary: check the seller and exact model.Sources
- DEWALT US product page DCS590B (features), retrieved 2026-10-18
- Milwaukee US product page 2834-20, retrieved 2026-10-18
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Researched by Rob, licensed electrician (Australia), 18 years on the tools. Found an error? Tell us.
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