Kreg KMA2685 Rip-Cut Circular Saw Guide - Cutting Tool - Guide is Best for Regular (Side-Blade) Circular Saw - Ensure Compatibility Before Use - Woodworking Tools for Home Improvement

Excellent product. This was way easier than using a table saw, gave me repeatable and accurate cuts. This is absolutely the way to go to rip down large sheets of plywood. The one thing I am struggling with is how to properly support the cut and the stock at the same time, I bought saw horses but I didn't think about how to actually cut the wood without hitting the saw horse. I ended up just going slow and supporting it with a stool but think I'll buy some insulation board to cut on in the future. I purchased this to help me create a french cleat wall and I needed to rip 48 4" strips out of 4'x8' plywood. I initially intended to use a table saw before I realized how heavy and tedious that would be. This Kreg rip cut made it significantly easier and faster. The worst part about this was the set-up instructions as the parts, pictures, and write-up did not match the parts in the box. All of my screws were the same size and 2 different colors and it was difficult to figure out which ones were supposed to go where. Overall this is great value for the money, well built, and extremely effective. I wish I had bought it sooner and am glad I went with a reputable brand like Kreg so I know it will last and will remain accurate in future use.

The Kreg KMA2685 Rip-Cut guide is a game-changer for straight, accurate cuts with a side-blade circular saw. Setup is fast and simple, and once clamped, the guide stays rock solid — no wobble or drift. Cuts come out perfectly straight every time, which makes a huge difference on sheet goods or long boards. I’ve used it on plywood, MDF, and solid wood, and it performs flawlessly every time. It’s lightweight, easy to store, and incredibly sturdy. Tip: Double-check your saw’s compatibility before purchasing, but if it fits, this guide will dramatically improve your cutting accuracy and confidence. Highly recommended for DIYers and professionals alike — precision and peace of mind in one simple tool.

I used this Kreg cutting system to break down large plywood sheets while building shelves for my built-in closet, and it definitely helped make the project more manageable. I’ve attached photos showing the plywood I ripped — from oversized sheets to narrow precision cuts. For large boards, this tool is a huge help, and I was even able to make cuts as narrow as 1 inch. However, several issues keep this tool from earning a higher rating. First, the product arrived in basic plastic packaging with no protective covering, and the jigsaw guide piece inside was already bent and scratched before I even started. For a tool meant to support precision work, this was disappointing and cost it a star on its own. Next, the latch mechanism used to set measurements doesn’t always stay locked. Adjusting the ruler takes more effort than it should, and at times I had to hold things manually to keep my measurements steady. The entire system is made of plastic, which raises durability concerns. Even tightening screws by hand caused bending — without using a drill. That doesn’t inspire confidence for long-term, repeated use. Sliding the jigsaw along the guide also takes finesse. The head attachment can shift or loosen during cuts, which slows the process and affects consistency. The instructions were okay, but I strongly recommend watching a video tutorial first. The spacing between the saw head attachment and the actual blade isn’t perfectly accurate, so doing several test cuts is essential before starting real projects. Despite these issues, this system does handle large rip cuts well, and with patience, you can achieve more precise cuts too. Overall, while this tool is very helpful for DIYers, especially for breaking down large panels, the packaging damage, plastic construction, and latch issues prevent it from being a top-tier product. Still, it’s a useful addition to a DIY toolkit — just expect some quirks.

This works beter than I expected. Once adjusted the settings are spot on when ripping plywood. Works ell with my Chraftsman battery operated saw. Only issue was when attaching the saw the lever to set the angle is in the way of the adjustment screw, but only had to loosen the lever , tighten the screw and reset the blad to 0°.

EDIT Its update time on this one yall. To start I stand by my enitial review of the product. After a few uses the slideing action did smooth out as I thought it would. As I allso mentioned the plastic felt like it was to brakable. And this latest episode ads credence as to why I feel It should be all mettle. The plastic lock snapped while I was sinching it down after an adjustment. I had not at any point in time gottent ruff with the tool. BUT it was sitting out in the blazeing sun for a good while as I was working out doors and had no real shade. So I do wander if the exces heat on the plastic didnt play a part in it. Iv uploaded picures to show whare the failure occured I'm highly satisfied with this tool. It's a snap to put together its light waight and easy to use. If you can mess up your cuts with this you mayby might want to find something ells to do Now despite my happiness with this product I do have some mild constructive criticism. 1 it would be really nice to get and all mettle version of this tool. I just feel like all the plastic parts can be broken. Even at a cost premium I would pay it 2 the adjustment on this thing is herky jerky rough not at all as smooth as I feel it could and should be it can allso effect fine mesurements. But Mayby this will level out with more use 3 this gose back to the all metle parts thing again. But the plastic clamp that holds the main line in place i wish wer metel as it feels like something that could eventuilly get warn out and iether snap or not make good grip. As well as the saw clamps themselves theyr metle rods anchored to plastic and the way that whole portion of the unit flexes upwhen ypu put tension on the mounting screws. Yea I think you can do somthing about that Now befor anyone starts throwing rotten food at there monitore I'm actuilly not bagging on this product far from it. So far nothing is brocken and everything is holding together. This is so far a good product. These are all just feed back for the company to take into consideration on any future tool updates

This is a perfect accessory for occasional use with a circular saw on long straight cuts. Exactly what I was looking for! Good quality, good price, nice gift! I also like the way it was packaged - well enough to survive the rigors of shipping!

Adequate for general cut requirements. Very easy to assemble and connect to, but definite issues. Allows for left and right motored circs. It is better suited for more contemporary saws (7 1/4, etc.). Very dependent on plastic...not the strongest choice. It is better than a simple straight edge, but not a great deal better. Does NOT replace the accuracy and precision of a table saw. Anyone who sells this as a table saw replacement is doing the buyer a disservice. That is, uinless it is being compared to a weak, basic capable job site saw. There accommodation for tilt capabiility, to make straight line angled cuts, but does not provide for angled mitred cuts--also a capability on even to the most cheapest table saws out there. The critical anchor points for securing the saw to the base (the essential element of the setup--there are only two) are steel, but rooted in the plastic base...design flaw...seriously limits the available pressure that can be placed on the anchors when securing the saw to the base. This means that any resistance encountered during the cut, whether by knots, sap filled wood grain, or even an unintentional uneven pressure on the saw sled, can cause the base to move from its front mount. This means an ever so slight offset results which gives an offline result. So, is it worth the money? Depends on what you are using it for. For serious woodworking, where real precision counts, no, it's not worth it. For more general applications, it is better than nothing, and would probably, probably be welcomed...that's about it.

Was able to use with a battery powered Bosch saw as well as my 40+ year old, metal cased, cored, Craftsman saw. Just about any saw should fit on this system. Saves tons of time with easily repeatable cuts. This is especially handy when making several of the same item. One of the best upgrades for my wood shop I have added in a very long time.