CRAFTSMAN CMCS714M1 Saw
- Saw
- 4 inches
- 80 watts
- Battery
- Better rated than 62%
- More reviewed than 64%
The 20V battery platform and 4 inch cutting capacity make this a reasonable cordless option for occasional cutting tasks; check what exactly that capacity figure refers to before buying if precision matters.
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How it ranks among the 265 saws we track
4.7★ across 708 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
708 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
100+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
The CRAFTSMAN CMCS714M1 is a battery powered saw running on a 20 volt pack, with a high speed steel cutting component and a listed cutting capacity of 4 inches. It weighs 21.8 pounds and measures 23 by 21.25 by 12 inches.
Craftsman's V20 battery platform covers a wide range of outdoor and shop tools, and the CMCS714M1's 800 RPM operating speed and 80 watt motor point to a saw geared toward controlled cutting rather than fast ripping. The 4 inch capacity figure likely marks the maximum material thickness or branch diameter it's rated for, though the listing doesn't spell that out explicitly.
- 20V battery powered
- 800 RPM, 80 watt motor
- High speed steel material
- 4 inch cutting capacity, 21.8 lb weight
Who it's for
Suited to homeowners and light landscaping or DIY use who want a cordless saw for cutting branches or material up to around 4 inches without running a cord. Less suited to continuous professional use where a gas or corded tool with more sustained power would outlast one battery's runtime.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Cordless 20V battery operation
- High speed steel cutting component for edge retention
- 4 inch cutting capacity for moderate sized material
- 21.8 pounds is heavy for extended one handed use
- 800 RPM and 80 watts suggest limited power for dense material
Performance notes
The 20 volt battery drives the saw at 800 RPM with an 80 watt motor, moderate figures that suggest controlled, lower speed cutting rather than fast ripping through thick stock. At 21.8 pounds it's on the heavier side for a handheld cordless tool, and the high speed steel component should hold an edge through repeated cuts better than a basic carbon steel blade.
Specifications
| Brand | Craftsman |
|---|---|
| Model | CMCS714M1 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 21.8 pounds |
| Dimensions | 23 × 21.2 × 12 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 4 inches |
| Speed | 800 rpm |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Motor Power | 80 watts |
| Power Source | Battery |
| Voltage | 20 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | High Speed Steel |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in saws.
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|---|---|---|---|
| CRAFTSMAN CMCS714M1 SawThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 708 | 4.2 / 5 |
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| Milwaukee 2719-20 SawMILWAUKEE | 4.8 / 5 | 6,485 | 4.5 / 5 |
| BLACK+DECKER BDEJS600C SawBLACK+DECKER | 4.7 / 5 | 11,123 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the Craftsman CMCS714M1
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is the CRAFTSMAN CMCS714M1 corded or cordless?
It's battery powered, running on a 20 volt pack.
What's the cutting capacity of the CMCS714M1?
The listing gives a capacity of 4 inches.
How much does the CMCS714M1 weigh?
21.8 pounds, per Craftsman's listed specs.