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Best Power Stations for Circular Saw (Corded)
We tested 33 portable power stations against the Circular Saw (Corded) (1800W running / 5400W surge). 9 passed our True Surge protocol — 27% compatibility rate.
Tight
2
With Soft-Starter
0
Incompatible
24
○ Device source: Engineering Est.
Derived from variant list (max of variants). Running worst case = DeWalt DWE575 / Makita 5007MG (1800W at 15A). Surge worst case = DeWalt DWE575 / Makita 5007MG (5400W). Surge estimated using 3x motor-load multiplier policy (no OEM starting watts published for any circular saw in this class).
Our Top Picks
7 compatible models rankedRanked by value, balance, and endurance from 7 compatible generators.
Best Budget Safe
Pecron E3600LFP
Running 3,600W
Surge 7,000W
Capacity 3,072 Wh
Weight 79.4 lbs (36.0 kg)
Carry Two-person recommended
Runtime 1.2h
Best Overall Safe
Anker SOLIX F3800
Running 6,000W
Surge 9,000W
Capacity 3,840 Wh
Weight 132.3 lbs (60.0 kg)
Carry Two-person recommended
Runtime 1.5h
Best Runtime Safe
Delta Pro Ultra
Running 6,000W
Surge 12,000W
Capacity 6,144 Wh
Weight 182.1 lbs (82.6 kg)
Carry Two-person recommended
Runtime 2.4h
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Runtime at a glance
How long each station runs a Circular Saw (Corded) on a single charge (after 0.70 real-world derate)
Delta Pro Ultra X 6,144 Wh 2.4h
Delta Pro Ultra 6,144 Wh 2.4h
DELTA Pro 3 4,096 Wh 1.6h
Yeti Pro 4000 3,993.6 Wh 1.6h
Anker SOLIX F3800 3,840 Wh 1.5h
Delta Pro 3,600 Wh 1.4h
Pecron E3600LFP 3,072 Wh 1.2h
Explorer 3000 Pro 3,024 Wh 1.2h
Safe
Tight margin
Showing top 8 by runtime. See full table below for all 9 stations.
What to Know About the Circular Saw (Corded)
Power Profile
Running range: 1560W (13A) to 1800W (15A) depending on motor rating. Estimated surge range: 4680W to 5400W at 3x running (motor-load multiplier — no circular saw manufacturer publishes starting watts). Voltage: 120V AC for all corded models.
Real-World Usage
Circular saws draw near-maximum rated power during cutting and drop to near-zero between cuts. Unlike compressors or refrigerators, there is no continuous cycling — the load is entirely user-controlled. At 1 hour daily use, energy consumption ranges from 1560 to 1800 Wh depending on model.
Pro Tip
Startup surge is the primary compatibility bottleneck, not running watts. A circular saw motor must overcome blade inertia from standstill, creating a brief 3x inrush event. Blade binding in wood can also spike current above rated amps — size your power source for the surge rating, not the nameplate amps.
Full Compatibility Matrix
All 33 generators tested against the Circular Saw (Corded) (1800W / 5400W).
| Power Station | Running W | Surge W | Capacity | Weight | Verdict | Runtime | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Pro Ultra X | 12,000 | 24,000 | 6,144 Wh | 187.4 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 2.4h | View |
| Delta Pro Ultra | 6,000 | 12,000 | 6,144 Wh | 182.1 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 2.4h | View |
| DELTA Pro 3 | 4,000 | 8,000 | 4,096 Wh | 113.5 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 1.6h | View |
| Yeti Pro 4000 | 3,600 | 7,200 | 3,993.6 Wh | 115.7 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 1.6h | View |
| Anker SOLIX F3800 | 6,000 | 9,000 | 3,840 Wh | 132.3 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 1.5h | View |
| Delta Pro | 3,600 | 7,200 | 3,600 Wh | 99.2 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 1.4h | View |
| Pecron E3600LFP | 3,600 | 7,000 | 3,072 Wh | 79.4 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 1.2h | View |
| Explorer 3000 Pro | 3,000 | 6,000 | 3,024 Wh | 63.9 lbs Two-person recommended | Tight | 1.2h | View |
| Explorer 2000 Plus | 3,000 | 6,000 | 2,042 Wh | 61.5 lbs Two-person recommended | Tight | 0.8h | View |
| Zendure SuperBase V4600 | 3,800 | 3,800 | 4,608 Wh | 121.3 lbs Two-person recommended | Fail | N/A | View |
| Elite 200 V2 | 2,600 | 3,600 | 2,073 Wh | 53.4 lbs Heavy carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| AC200L | 2,400 | 3,600 | 2,048 Wh | 62.4 lbs Two-person recommended | Fail | N/A | View |
| AC200MAX | 2,200 | 4,800 | 2,048 Wh | 61.9 lbs Two-person recommended | Fail | N/A | View |
| DELTA 2 Max | 2,400 | 4,800 | 2,048 Wh | 50.7 lbs Heavy carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| Explorer 2000 v2 | 2,200 | 4,400 | 2,042 Wh | 39.5 lbs One-person carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| Yeti 1500X | 2,000 | 3,500 | 1,516 Wh | 45.6 lbs Heavy carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| DELTA (Gen 1) | 1,800 | 3,300 | 1,260 Wh | 30.9 lbs One-person carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| AC180 | 1,800 | 2,700 | 1,152 Wh | 36.2 lbs One-person carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| Explorer 1000 v2 | 1,500 | 3,000 | 1,070 Wh | 23.8 lbs One-person carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| SOLIX C1000 | 1,800 | 2,400 | 1,056 Wh | 28.4 lbs One-person carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| DELTA 2 | 1,800 | 2,700 | 1,024 Wh | 26.5 lbs One-person carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| DELTA 3 Plus | 1,800 | 3,600 | 1,024 Wh | 27.6 lbs One-person carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| VTOMAN Jump 1500X | 1,500 | 3,000 | 828 Wh | 36.2 lbs One-person carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| SOLIX C800 Plus | 1,200 | 1,600 | 768 Wh | 24.0 lbs One-person carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| AC70 | 1,000 | 2,000 | 768 Wh | 22.5 lbs One-person carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| RIVER 2 Pro | 800 | 1,600 | 768 Wh | 18.3 lbs Easy carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| Explorer 500 | 500 | 1,000 | 518.4 Wh | 13.2 lbs Easy carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| RIVER 2 Max | 500 | 1,000 | 512 Wh | 13.4 lbs Easy carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| SOLIX C300 | 300 | 300 | 288 Wh | 9.0 lbs Easy carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| Explorer 300 Plus | 300 | 600 | 288 Wh | 8.4 lbs Easy carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| EB3A | 600 | 1,200 | 268.8 Wh | 10.1 lbs Easy carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| RIVER 2 | 300 | 600 | 256 Wh | 7.7 lbs Easy carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| RIVER 3 | 300 | 600 | 245 Wh | 7.7 lbs Easy carry | Fail | N/A | View |
Why 73% of Power Stations Fail
24 of 33 generators tested cannot safely run this device. Here's why.
Startup surge too high
The Circular Saw (Corded) draws 5,400W at startup, 3.0× its running watts. Most portable power stations can't handle this inrush.
Model Variants
Different models have different power requirements. Check the specific report for your exact model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many power stations can run a Circular Saw (Corded)?
Out of 33 portable power stations we tested, 9 can safely run a Circular Saw (Corded) (7 with full safety margin, 2 at tight margin). 24 are incompatible.
What specs should I look for to run a Circular Saw (Corded)?
Your power station needs at least 1,800W continuous output and 5,400W surge capacity. We recommend a safety buffer of 15% above these minimums for reliable operation.
How do we test compatibility?
Every pairing is evaluated using our True Surge protocol: we compare OEM-verified running watts, surge watts, and voltage requirements against each power station's published specs, with load-profile-specific safety buffers applied. Read our full methodology.
What size power station do I need for a corded circular saw?
Only if your power source can supply at least 1800W continuous and 5400W surge at 120V. Lower-amperage models (13A) draw less power and are more compatible with mid-range power stations.
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