R230DCT

Needed something to help with cutting a doorway in a cinder-block wall and would serve for cutting paving slabs for future patio work - this seemed a good value option versus hiring for a few days, and came complete with disc, so opted for this and wasn't disappointed.It's well built - heavy - and needs some care if using in - errrm - unconventional circumstances, shall we say, but performed really well, Sliced through render and cinder block to the full 90mm with no trouble - just learned a valuable lesson about 1960s cinder-block and the dust produced by a diamond disc. The vacuum port on the shroud really doesn't do much, even when connected to a good, industrial-strength vaccy, but no argument about the cutting performance. Looking forward to a time when I can indulge in some patio rework with this beast. Needs some care in use but overall good value.

This is an absolute fantastic cutter to have not too heavy and perfect for me. It's cutting through my 40mm concrete slabs like butter,very impressive bit of kit for the price and for home DIY.

Absolute great bit of kit! I’m a DIY novice but I’ve decided to take on the task of doing my front garden and drive and I needed to take up the concrete path. I’m a 40 mum of 3 just giving things a go.I was worried about the blade wearing out but it did the whole job no problem. I didn’t get a bag for dust collection but wish I had now, but that’s no detriment to the tool. I did 2 cuts which took about 15 mins across the path, then left it for 10 minutes or so as I didn’t want to burn it out, it was fine. I wet the path beforehand and also in between cuts. It only took a couple of hours to make light work of the path. It wasn’t too heavy and I felt confident once I got the hang of it.I tried to add a video but sadly it wouldn’t upload.

Purchased on offer for my patio project and therefore cost only slightly more than it would to have hired one for a few days. This power tool is completely awesome, cut through concrete pavers with ease, around 5 passes letting the weight of the saw do the work and you're through. Dust, well there is some obviously, but not quite as much as I thought having read other reviews. The tool is not that heavy especially if you just gently guide the blade, it almost pulls itself through the cut. The motor is powerful and the build quality of the tool is really good feeling sturdy when in use. So pleased I purchased this instead of hiring, as I am now planning on several other projects. Easily 5 stars!

This is a fantastic tool for cutting through breeze blocks and other block work including concrete and stone blocks. It's particularly useful when you need to make a tidy and quick cut.I was previously using smaller angle grinders and circular saws with diamond blades or a simple hammer and chisel. I was able to cut through blocks for building work, but it took time and effort due to limited power, limited cutting depths and the sheer density of blocks being used. In the case of the lump hammer and chisel it was a lot of effort and time trying to split blocks accurately and wasn't a great option when precision was required.Despite this, I did question the value of buying a disc cutter and wasn't sure how much time it would save. Since buying it my doubts have been blown away. It cuts through even dense concrete blocks and stone blockwork without hesitation. It's also really easy to control and make accurate cuts and I don't find it heavy or cumbersome. Having made several hundred cuts through 215mm x 100mm stone blocks and breeze blocks I dread to think how much longer I would have been stood there without this tool. It also has a handy wheeled rest to place it down on and this combined with the disk brake means you can put it down as soon as you've finished your cut. The cuts have also been beautifully clean, so there's no excuse for a sloppy finish.I normally stick to Makita tools and wasn't sure about trying something from Evolution. So far, despite being well used I'm still on the original diamond blade and touch wood haven't had to replace the brushes. If it continues to work like this it has been a great value purchase.

Great disc cutter. Works very well and is well priced. It's sturdy without being too heavy. Only downside is not being able to move the disc guard around which can restrict cutting walls when getting lower down the wall.

Great Tool - Well balanced and powerful enough to do the job -- much less dust than an angle grinder -- straight cuts are much better

Works well, easily held due to the wheels when cutting light enough to hold steady when cutting.Has cut for numbers around 68, 22mm think 900mm x 600mm sandstone slabs. As well as cutting breeze blocks for my retaining wall. I bought 2 extra OX cutting disc to assist. The original disc it came with held up well. It powered through without any real issues.Just a straight line to finish the job and a slope to dig.Cheaper than hiring one and easy on hand. I’ve just leant it to a friend and he’s gone through porcelain slabs with no issues as well.