What Circular Saw Blades Fit Bosch Saws? — Complete Compatibility Guide

Bosch 18V cordless circular saws use standard metric bore sizes: on Bosch Professional saws, 20mm for the 165mm GKS 18V-57 models and 30mm for the 190mm GKS 18V-68 GC and GKS 18V-70 L. The green Bosch DIY PKS 18 LI is different: 150mm with a 16mm bore. Blade compatibility is straightforward. This guide shows you what fits each Bosch model and recommends the best blades for different jobs.

Bosch Cordless Circular Saw Models & Blade Specs

Both models use sensible metric specs that align with most UK market blades. If you own a Makita DHS680Z (165mm × 20mm) or DeWalt DCS391 (165mm × 20mm), the same blades will fit your Bosch.

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Best Circular Saw Blades for Bosch Saws

For GKS 18V-57 (165mm × 20mm)

Best General Purpose: Bosch Optiline 40-Tooth Thin Kerf

Bosch Optiline is one of Bosch’s wood-cutting blade ranges. The 40-tooth version cuts wood, plywood, and softwood efficiently without overloading the motor.

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Best Fine Finish: Bosch Optiline 60-Tooth Thin Kerf

For melamine, laminate, or quality joinery work. The 60-tooth Optiline blade makes an exceptionally clean edge.

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Best Budget Option: Diablo 40-Tooth

If Bosch Optiline is out of stock or budget, Diablo (owned by Freud) offers excellent performance at a lower price point. The 40-tooth thin kerf is a proven competitor to the Optiline range.

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For GKS 18V-68 GC (190mm × 30mm)

Best General Purpose: 40-Tooth Thin Kerf

Choose a 190mm x 30mm blade from a major maker.

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For PKS 18 LI (150mm × 16mm)

The PKS 18 LI is a green Bosch DIY saw on the 18V POWER FOR ALL system, and it takes a different blade from the GKS 18V-57: Bosch lists a 150mm blade with a 16mm bore. Bosch does not describe it as a plunge or track saw; Bosch’s 18V plunge saw is the GKT 18V-52 GC (140mm × 20mm, listed on Bosch GB as EXPERT EXKT18V-52G).

Bosch vs Other Brands

Bosch Optiline is highly respected in the UK trade. It’s not the cheapest option, but quality and availability are excellent. For general work, Optiline and Diablo are very close in performance. For specialist applications (fine joinery, melamine work), Optiline’s finer options have a slight edge.

Cross-Brand Compatibility

Because Bosch uses standard metric specs, blades for the GKS 18V-57 (165mm × 20mm) work equally well in:

• Makita DHS680Z (165mm × 20mm)
• DeWalt DCS391 (165mm × 20mm)
• DeWalt DCS565 (165mm × 20mm)

So if you switch tools or work with colleagues’ equipment, you’re not locked into buying Bosch-branded blades.

Related Pages

See the full circular saw blade compatibility guide for detailed information on bore sizes and cross-brand compatibility. For battery and charger compatibility, visit the Bosch 18V platform page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Bosch Optiline blades worth the extra cost?

For professional work, yes. They stay sharp longer and cut cleanly. For occasional DIY use, Diablo offers similar quality at lower cost.

What bore size do all Bosch 18V circular saws use?

The GKS 18V-57 uses 20mm bore. The GKS 18V-68 GC uses 30mm bore. Always check your specific model’s manual.

Can I use a Makita blade in my Bosch GKS 18V-57?

Yes. If the Makita blade is 165mm × 20mm bore, it fits your Bosch perfectly. Brand doesn’t matter — specs do.

Which Bosch blade should I buy first?

A 40-tooth thin kerf in your saw’s diameter and bore size. Bosch Optiline or Diablo are both solid choices. Once you know your primary job (framing, finish work, etc.), add a specialist blade to your collection.