GPS01Z vs DCS520B
The GPS01Z beside the DEWALT DCS520B, row by row. Both are track saws, compared on the 8 figures published for both.
The Makita U.S.A. GPS01Z is Makita U.S.A.'s 40V max XGT Brushless Cordless 6-1/2" Plunge Circular Saw, AWS Capable, Tool Only, listed with a 6-1/2" blade and a depth of cut of 2-3/16". Makita U.S.A. published every figure here; each one links to its source.
See it at Makita U.S.A.What a track saw is for. Bosch Power Tools writes: "Bosch track and plunge saws are built for precision cutting in wood and sheet goods, delivering smooth, clean edges with minimal setup."
Every row is Makita U.S.A.'s own wording, read on 2026-09-28. Check the current GPS01Z specification on Makita U.S.A.'s site before buying; makers revise their tools.
Makita U.S.A. publishes Makita U.S.A.'s owner's manual for the GPS01Z (PDF) and the parts list or diagram (PDF) on its own site. The GPS01Z manual covers setup, adjustment and the guards, and it is worth reading before you buy as well as after.
Read on Makita U.S.A.'s own pages; each row links to where it is written.
The GPS01Z beside the DEWALT DCS520B, row by row. Both are track saws, compared on the 8 figures published for both.
DEWALT · track saw · blade diameter 6-1/2 in
Makita U.S.A. · track saw · blade diameter 6-1/2" · current (amps) 12 · depth of cut 2-3/16"
Makita U.S.A. · track saw · blade diameter 6-1/2" · depth of cut 2-3/16"
DEWALT · track saw · blade diameter 6-1/2 in.
Festool USA · track saw · blade diameter 6-1/4" (160 mm) · depth of cut 0" - 2-1/8" (0 - 55 mm)
Festool USA · track saw · blade diameter 6-5/8" (168 mm) · depth of cut 0" - 2-7/16" (0 - 62 mm)
Festool USA · track saw · blade diameter 8-1/4" (210 mm) · depth of cut 0" - 3" (0 - 75 mm)
Festool USA · track saw · blade diameter 6-1/4" (160 mm) · depth of cut 0 - 2-1/8" (0 - 55 mm)
Kreg · track saw
Makita U.S.A. lists the GPS01Z at 40V max XGT® Lithium-Ion. The manual states the circuit it needs.
The Makita U.S.A. GPS01Z takes a 6-1/2" blade, by Makita U.S.A.'s specification.
Makita U.S.A. lists the depth of cut of the GPS01Z as 2-3/16".
The Makita U.S.A. GPS01Z weighs 11 lbs., by Makita U.S.A.'s figure.
Makita U.S.A. lists the arbor of the GPS01Z as 20 mm.
Makita U.S.A. lists included for the GPS01Z as: (1) 6-1/2" 56T C.T. Cordless Plunge Saw Blade, Wood, MDF, Laminate (B-57342), (1) Hex Wrench (783203-8).
Makita U.S.A. publishes the GPS01Z manual on its own site; the link is under "The manual" on this page.
Per Makita U.S.A.'s own pages for the GPS01Z: 40V max XGT® Lithium-Ion.