Question 1

Which is better, Skil 5280-01 15 Amp Circular Saw or Makita 5007F 15 Amp 7-1/4 Inch Circular Saw?

Accepted Answer

Based on our testing, the Skil 5280-01 15 Amp Circular Saw scores higher overall at 8.8/10. The Skil 5280-01 15 Amp Circular Saw scored 8.8/10 and the Makita 5007F 15 Amp 7-1/4 Inch Circular Saw scored 8.7/10 in our Best Circular Saws Under $100 2026 evaluation.

Question 2

Is the Skil 5280-01 15 Amp Circular Saw worth it over the Makita 5007F 15 Amp 7-1/4 Inch Circular Saw?

Accepted Answer

The Skil 5280-01 15 Amp Circular Saw scores 8.8/10 while the Makita 5007F 15 Amp 7-1/4 Inch Circular Saw scores 8.7/10. The Skil 5280-01 15 Amp Circular Saw is our "Best Overall" pick in the Best Circular Saws Under $100 2026 category.

Skil 5280-01 15 Amp Circular Saw vs Makita 5007F 15 Amp 7-1/4 Inch Circular Saw: Which to Buy?