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Best cordless saws, ranked on official maker specs

Cordless circular, reciprocating, jig and miter saws compared on official Milwaukee, DeWalt and Makita product pages. We score official tool weight, official platform voltage and whether the official page lists a brushless motor. Official no-load speed (RPM) and official strokes per minute are not scored in this mixed saw table, because those official units are not comparable across circular and reciprocating saws; they are shown as facts when the official page publishes them. Official blade diameter is also shown as a fact when published. When a model family has both a tool-only SKU and kits, this page prefers the official tool-only configuration.

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Top pick

DeWalt 60V MAX Brushless Cordless Reciprocating Saw (Tool Only) (DCS389B)

Score 8.0/10 · Check price

Why it wins: Official 60 V, 3000 RPM, 8.75 lb. Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 3000 RPM.. Official maker product page lists a brushless motor..

Also great: DeWalt 60V MAX 7-1/4-in Brushless Circular Saw With Electronic Brake (Tool Only) (DCS578B) (7.6) · DeWalt 20V MAX 7-1/4-in Brushless Cordless Circular Saw With FLEXVOLT Advantage (Tool Only) (DCS573B) (7.5)

Side-by-side comparison

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Product Score Official tool weightOfficial voltageOfficial brushless motor Best for Price Buy
1DeWalt 60V MAX Brushless Cordless Reciprocating Saw (Tool Only) (DCS389B)
8.0/10
8.75 lb60 VYes Official 60 V, 3000 RPM, 8.75 lb Check price View deal
2DeWalt 60V MAX 7-1/4-in Brushless Circular Saw With Electronic Brake (Tool Only) (DCS578B)
7.6/10
9.92 lb60 VYes Official 60 V, 5800 RPM, 9.92 lb Check price View deal
3DeWalt 20V MAX 7-1/4-in Brushless Cordless Circular Saw With FLEXVOLT Advantage (Tool Only) (DCS573B)
7.5/10
10.15 lb60 VYes Official 60 V, 5300 RPM, 10.15 lb Check price View deal
4DeWalt ATOMIC 20V MAX Cordless One-Hand Reciprocating Saw (Tool Only) (DCS369B)
7.1/10
3.7 lb20 VYes Official 20 V, 2800 RPM, 3.7 lb Check price View deal
5Makita 18V LXT Brushless 2,500 RPM Drywall Screwdriver, Tool Only (XSF04Z)
7.1/10
3.5 lb18 VYes Official 18 V, 2500 RPM, 3.5 lb Check price View deal
6Makita 18V LXT Brushless 4,000 RPM Drywall Screwdriver, Tool Only (XSF03Z)
7.0/10
3.8 lb18 VYes Official 18 V, 4000 RPM, 3.8 lb Check price View deal
7DeWalt 12V MAX Brushless Cordless One-Handed Reciprocating Saw (Tool Only) (DCS312B)
6.7/10
3.52 lb12 VYes Official 12 V, 2800 RPM, 3.52 lb Check price View deal
8Milwaukee M12 FUEL Jig Saw (2545-20)
6.7/10
3.4 lb12 VYes Official 12 V, 3.4 lb Check price View deal
9DeWalt 20V MAX XR Cordless Barrel Grip Jig Saw (Tool Only) (DCS335B)
6.6/10
5.05 lb20 VYes Official 20 V, 3200 RPM, 5.05 lb Check price View deal
10DeWalt 20V MAX XR Cordless Jig Saw (Tool Only) (DCS334B)
6.6/10
5.07 lb20 VYes Official 20 V, 3200 RPM, 5.07 lb Check price View deal
11DeWalt 20V MAX XR Brushless Compact Reciprocating Saw (Tool Only) (DCS367B)
6.5/10
5.4 lb20 VYes Official 20 V, 2900 RPM, 5.4 lb Check price View deal
12DeWalt FLEXVOLT 60V MAX 7-1/4 in. Cordless Worm Drive Style Saw (Tool Only) (DCS577B)
6.3/10
13.27 lb60 VYes Official 60 V, 5800 RPM, 13.27 lb Check price View deal
13Milwaukee M12 FUEL 5-3/8" Circular Saw (2521-20)
6.3/10
4.54 lb12 VYes Official 12 V, 4.54 lb Check price View deal
14DeWalt 60V MAX 12-in Brushless Cordless Double Bevel Sliding Miter Saw (Tool Only) (DCS781B)
6.0/10
65.35 lb60 VYes Official 60 V, 3800 RPM, 65.35 lb Check price View deal
15DeWalt 60V MAX 6-1/2 in. Brushless Track Saw (Tool Only) (DCS520B)
6.0/10
15.8 lb60 VYes Official 60 V, 4200 RPM, 15.8 lb Check price View deal
16DeWalt 60V MAX 9-in Brushless Cordless Cut-Off Saw (Tool Only) (DCS692B)
6.0/10
17.98 lb60 VYes Official 60 V, 6600 RPM, 17.98 lb Check price View deal
17DeWalt 60V MAX Table Saw (Tool Only) (DCS7485B)
6.0/10
52.69 lb60 VYes Official 60 V, 5800 RPM, 52.69 lb Check price View deal
18DeWalt ATOMIC 20V MAX Brushless Cordless 4-1/2-in Circular Saw (Tool Only) (DCS571B)
6.0/10
6.65 lb20 VYes Official 20 V, 4500 RPM, 6.65 lb Check price View deal
19Milwaukee M18 FUEL 6-1/2" Circular Saw (Tool Only) (2833-20)
6.0/10
6.3 lb18 VYes Official 18 V, 6.3 lb Check price View deal
20Milwaukee 18-Volt FUEL 6-1/2 Inch Circular Saw tool only (2730-20)
5.8/10
6.8 lb18 VYes Official 18 V, 5000 RPM, 6.8 lb Check price View deal
21Milwaukee M12 FUEL Compact Band Saw (2529-20)
5.7/10
6 lb12 VYes Official 12 V, 6 lb Check price View deal
22Milwaukee M12 FUEL Compact Band Saw Kit (2529-21xc)
5.7/10
6 lb12 VYes Official 12 V, 6 lb Check price View deal
23Milwaukee M18 Brushless 7-1/4" Circular Saw (2631-20)
5.7/10
7.2 lb18 VYes Official 18 V, 5000 RPM, 7.2 lb Check price View deal
24DeWalt 12V MAX 5-3/8 in. Brushless Cordless Circular Saw (Tool Only) (DCS512B)
5.6/10
6.35 lb12 VYes Official 12 V, 3600 RPM, 6.35 lb Check price View deal
25DeWalt 20V MAX XR 6-1/2 in. Brushless Cordless Circular Saw (Tool Only) (DCS565B)
5.6/10
7.85 lb20 VYes Official 20 V, 4950 RPM, 7.85 lb Check price View deal
26Makita 18V LXT Brushless 6-1/2" Circular Saw, Tool Only (XSH03Z)
5.6/10
7.3 lb18 VYes Official 18 V, 5000 RPM, 7.3 lb Check price View deal
27Milwaukee M18 FUEL 7-1/4" Circular Saw (2732-20)
5.4/10
8 lb18 VYes Official 18 V, 5800 RPM, 8 lb Check price View deal
28Milwaukee M18 FUEL 10-1/4" Rear Handle Circular Saw (3026-20)
4.5/10
10.3 lb18 VYes Official 18 V, 10.3 lb Check price View deal
29Makita 36V (18V X2) LXT Brushless 7-1/4” Circular Saw, Tool Only (XSH06Z)
4.4/10
10.5 lb18 VYes Official 18 V, 6000 RPM, 10.5 lb Check price View deal
30DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Compact Reciprocating Saw (Tool Only) (DCS387B)
3.8/10
5.58 lb20 VNo Official 20 V, 2900 RPM, 5.58 lb Check price View deal
31DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Jig Saw (Tool Only) (DCS331B)
3.8/10
5.6 lb20 VNo Official 20 V, 3000 RPM, 5.6 lb Check price View deal
32DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Reciprocating Saw (Tool Only) (DCS380B)
3.7/10
5.75 lb20 VNo Official 20 V, 3000 RPM, 5.75 lb Check price View deal
33DeWalt 20V MAX XR 7-1/4 in. Metal Cutting Circular Saw (Tool Only) (DCS383B)
3.5/10
13.35 lb20 VYes Official 20 V, 3900 RPM, 13.35 lb Check price View deal
34Makita 18V LXT 5-3/8" Circular Trim Saw, Tool Only (XSS03Z)
3.5/10
6 lb18 VNo Official 18 V, 3600 RPM, 6 lb Check price View deal
35Milwaukee M12 FUEL Circular Saw (2530-20)
3.3/10
5.35 lb12 VNot listed Official 12 V, 3600 RPM, 5.35 lb Check price View deal
36Makita 18V LXT Brushless 6-1/2" Compact Dual-Bevel Compound Miter Saw with Laser, Tool Only (XSL05Z)
3.1/10
14.6 lb18 VYes Official 18 V, 5000 RPM, 14.6 lb Check price View deal
37Makita 36V (18V X2) LXT Brushless 10" Dual-Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw with Laser, Tool Only (XSL06Z)
3.1/10
60 lb18 VYes Official 18 V, 4400 RPM, 60 lb Check price View deal
38Makita 36V (18V X2) LXT Brushless 7-1/2" Dual Slide Compound Miter Saw, Tool Only (XSL02Z)
3.1/10
28.9 lb18 VYes Official 18 V, 5700 RPM, 28.9 lb Check price View deal
39Milwaukee M18 FUEL 10" Dual Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw (2734-20)
3.1/10
45 lb18 VYes Official 18 V, 4000 RPM, 45 lb Check price View deal
40Milwaukee M18 FUEL 12" Dual Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw with ONE-KEY (2739-20)
3.1/10
47.6 lb18 VYes Official 18 V, 47.6 lb Check price View deal
41Milwaukee M18 FUEL 8-1/4" Table Saw w/ One-Key (2736-20)
3.1/10
41.6 lb18 VYes Official 18 V, 6300 RPM, 41.6 lb Check price View deal
42DeWalt 20V MAX 5-1/2 in. Metal Cutting Circular Saw (Tool Only) (DCS373B)
3.0/10
7.5 lb20 VNo Official 20 V, 3700 RPM, 7.5 lb Check price View deal
43DeWalt 20V MAX 6-1/2-in Circular Saw (Tool Only) (DCS391B)
3.0/10
7.58 lb20 VNo Official 20 V, 5150 RPM, 7.58 lb Check price View deal
44Makita 18V LXT 6-1/2" Circular Saw, Tool Only (XSS02Z)
3.0/10
7.3 lb18 VNo Official 18 V, 3700 RPM, 7.3 lb Check price View deal
45Milwaukee 18V 7-1/4” Circular Saw (2731-20)
2.9/10
7.5 lb18 VNot listed Official 18 V, 5000 RPM, 7.5 lb Check price View deal
46Milwaukee 18v SAWZALL Reciprocating Saw w/ ONE-KEY (2721-20)
2.9/10
7.4 lb18 VNot listed Official 18 V, 7.4 lb Check price View deal
47Milwaukee M18 6 ½" Circular Saw (Tool Only) (2630-20)
2.3/10
9.05 lb18 VNo Official 18 V, 9.05 lb Check price View deal
48DeWalt 20V MAX 7-1/4-in Sliding Miter Saw (Tool Only) (DCS361B)
0.6/10
30 lb20 VNo Official 20 V, 3750 RPM, 30 lb Check price View deal
49Milwaukee M18 Cordless LITHIUM-ION Jig Saw Kit (2645-22)
0.4/10
Not listed18 VNot listed Official 18 V Check price View deal
50Milwaukee M12 High Performance Jig Saw (Tool Only) (2445-20)
0.0/10
Not listed12 VNot listed Official 12 V Check price View deal

"Not listed" means the official manufacturer specification table we used does not publish that figure. Prices show "Check price" until a retailer feed provides a current price.

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Every cordless saw, ranked

#1 · Top pick

DeWalt 60V MAX Brushless Cordless Reciprocating Saw (Tool Only) (DCS389B)

Best for: Official 60 V, 3000 RPM, 8.75 lb

8.0/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 3000 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight8.75 lb
Official voltage60 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model numberDCS389B
Official product name60V MAX Brushless Cordless Reciprocating Saw (Tool Only)
Official voltage60 V
Official no-load speed3000 RPM
Official tool weight8.75 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official motor typeBrushless
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 5800 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight9.92 lb
Official voltage60 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model numberDCS578B
Official product name60V MAX 7-1/4-in Brushless Circular Saw With Electronic Brake (Tool Only)
Official voltage60 V
Official no-load speed5800 RPM
Official tool weight9.92 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter714.0-in
Official motor typeBrushless
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 5300 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight10.15 lb
Official voltage60 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model numberDCS573B
Official product name20V MAX 7-1/4-in Brushless Cordless Circular Saw With FLEXVOLT Advantage (Tool Only)
Official voltage60 V
Official no-load speed5300 RPM
Official tool weight10.15 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter714.0-in
Official motor typeBrushless
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
7.1/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 2800 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight3.7 lb
Official voltage20 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model numberDCS369B
Official product nameATOMIC 20V MAX Cordless One-Hand Reciprocating Saw (Tool Only)
Official voltage20 V
Official no-load speed2800 RPM
Official tool weight3.7 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official motor typeBrushless
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
7.1/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 2500 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.
  • Official maker product page lists a tool weight of 3.5 lb.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight3.5 lb
Official voltage18 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model numberXSF04Z
Official product name18V LXT Brushless 2,500 RPM Drywall Screwdriver, Tool Only
Official voltage18 V
Official no-load speed2500 RPM
Official tool weight3.5 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNo
Official battery system18V LXT Lithium-Ion
Official motor typeBrushless
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
7.0/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 4000 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight3.8 lb
Official voltage18 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model numberXSF03Z
Official product name18V LXT Brushless 4,000 RPM Drywall Screwdriver, Tool Only
Official voltage18 V
Official no-load speed4000 RPM
Official tool weight3.8 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNo
Official battery system18V LXT Lithium-Ion
Official motor typeBrushless
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
6.7/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 2800 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight3.52 lb
Official voltage12 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model numberDCS312B
Official product name12V MAX Brushless Cordless One-Handed Reciprocating Saw (Tool Only)
Official voltage12 V
Official no-load speed2800 RPM
Official tool weight3.52 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official motor typeBrushless
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
#8

Milwaukee M12 FUEL Jig Saw (2545-20)

Best for: Official 12 V, 3.4 lb

6.7/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.
  • Official maker product page lists a tool weight of 3.4 lb.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight3.4 lb
Official voltage12 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model number2545-20
Official product nameM12 FUEL Jig Saw
Official voltage12 V
Official no-load speedNot listed
Official tool weight3.4 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter0 in
Official battery systemM12
Official motor typePOWERSTATE Brushless
Official warranty5 Year Limited Warranty
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
#9

DeWalt 20V MAX XR Cordless Barrel Grip Jig Saw (Tool Only) (DCS335B)

Best for: Official 20 V, 3200 RPM, 5.05 lb

6.6/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 3200 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight5.05 lb
Official voltage20 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model numberDCS335B
Official product name20V MAX XR Cordless Barrel Grip Jig Saw (Tool Only)
Official voltage20 V
Official no-load speed3200 RPM
Official tool weight5.05 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official motor typeBrushless
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
#10

DeWalt 20V MAX XR Cordless Jig Saw (Tool Only) (DCS334B)

Best for: Official 20 V, 3200 RPM, 5.07 lb

6.6/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 3200 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight5.07 lb
Official voltage20 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model numberDCS334B
Official product name20V MAX XR Cordless Jig Saw (Tool Only)
Official voltage20 V
Official no-load speed3200 RPM
Official tool weight5.07 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official motor typeBrushless
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
6.5/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 2900 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight5.4 lb
Official voltage20 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model numberDCS367B
Official product name20V MAX XR Brushless Compact Reciprocating Saw (Tool Only)
Official voltage20 V
Official no-load speed2900 RPM
Official tool weight5.4 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official motor typeBrushless
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
6.3/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 5800 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight13.27 lb
Official voltage60 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model numberDCS577B
Official product nameFLEXVOLT 60V MAX 7-1/4 in. Cordless Worm Drive Style Saw (Tool Only)
Official voltage60 V
Official no-load speed5800 RPM
Official tool weight13.27 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter714.0-in
Official motor typeBrushless
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
#13

Milwaukee M12 FUEL 5-3/8" Circular Saw (2521-20)

Best for: Official 12 V, 4.54 lb

6.3/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight4.54 lb
Official voltage12 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model number2521-20
Official product nameM12 FUEL 5-3/8" Circular Saw
Official voltage12 V
Official no-load speedNot listed
Official tool weight4.54 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter5.38 in
Official battery systemM12
Official motor typePOWERSTATE Brushless
Official warranty5 Year Limited Warranty
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 3800 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight65.35 lb
Official voltage60 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model numberDCS781B
Official product name60V MAX 12-in Brushless Cordless Double Bevel Sliding Miter Saw (Tool Only)
Official voltage60 V
Official no-load speed3800 RPM
Official tool weight65.35 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter12 in
Official motor typeBrushless
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
#15

DeWalt 60V MAX 6-1/2 in. Brushless Track Saw (Tool Only) (DCS520B)

Best for: Official 60 V, 4200 RPM, 15.8 lb

6.0/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 4200 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight15.8 lb
Official voltage60 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model numberDCS520B
Official product name60V MAX 6-1/2 in. Brushless Track Saw (Tool Only)
Official voltage60 V
Official no-load speed4200 RPM
Official tool weight15.8 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter612.0-in
Official motor typeBrushless
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
#16

DeWalt 60V MAX 9-in Brushless Cordless Cut-Off Saw (Tool Only) (DCS692B)

Best for: Official 60 V, 6600 RPM, 17.98 lb

6.0/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 6600 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight17.98 lb
Official voltage60 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model numberDCS692B
Official product name60V MAX 9-in Brushless Cordless Cut-Off Saw (Tool Only)
Official voltage60 V
Official no-load speed6600 RPM
Official tool weight17.98 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter9 in
Official motor typeBrushless
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
#17

DeWalt 60V MAX Table Saw (Tool Only) (DCS7485B)

Best for: Official 60 V, 5800 RPM, 52.69 lb

6.0/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 5800 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight52.69 lb
Official voltage60 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model numberDCS7485B
Official product name60V MAX Table Saw (Tool Only)
Official voltage60 V
Official no-load speed5800 RPM
Official tool weight52.69 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter814.0-in
Official motor typeBrushless
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
6.0/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 4500 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight6.65 lb
Official voltage20 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model numberDCS571B
Official product nameATOMIC 20V MAX Brushless Cordless 4-1/2-in Circular Saw (Tool Only)
Official voltage20 V
Official no-load speed4500 RPM
Official tool weight6.65 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter412.0-in
Official motor typeBrushless
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
6.0/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight6.3 lb
Official voltage18 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model number2833-20
Official product nameM18 FUEL 6-1/2" Circular Saw (Tool Only)
Official voltage18 V
Official no-load speedNot listed
Official tool weight6.3 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter6.5 in
Official battery systemM18
Official motor typePOWERSTATE Brushless
Official warranty5 Year Limited Warranty
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
#20

Milwaukee 18-Volt FUEL 6-1/2 Inch Circular Saw tool only (2730-20)

Best for: Official 18 V, 5000 RPM, 6.8 lb

5.8/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 5000 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight6.8 lb
Official voltage18 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model number2730-20
Official product name18-Volt FUEL 6-1/2 Inch Circular Saw tool only
Official voltage18 V
Official no-load speed5000 RPM
Official tool weight6.8 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameterMagnesium
Official battery systemM18
Official motor typeBrushless
Official warranty5 Year Limited Warranty
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
#21

Milwaukee M12 FUEL Compact Band Saw (2529-20)

Best for: Official 12 V, 6 lb

5.7/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight6 lb
Official voltage12 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model number2529-20
Official product nameM12 FUEL Compact Band Saw
Official voltage12 V
Official no-load speedNot listed
Official tool weight6 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter30.5625 in
Official battery systemM12
Official motor typeBrushless
Official warranty5 Year Limited Warranty
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
#22

Milwaukee M12 FUEL Compact Band Saw Kit (2529-21xc)

Best for: Official 12 V, 6 lb

5.7/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight6 lb
Official voltage12 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model number2529-21xc
Official product nameM12 FUEL Compact Band Saw Kit
Official voltage12 V
Official no-load speedNot listed
Official tool weight6 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameterMetal
Official battery systemM12
Official motor typeBrushless
Official warranty5 Year Tool, 2 Year Battery
Official configurationThe official product page for this SKU may describe a kit. Official specs shown are for this official SKU.
PriceCheck price
#23

Milwaukee M18 Brushless 7-1/4" Circular Saw (2631-20)

Best for: Official 18 V, 5000 RPM, 7.2 lb

5.7/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 5000 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight7.2 lb
Official voltage18 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model number2631-20
Official product nameM18 Brushless 7-1/4" Circular Saw
Official voltage18 V
Official no-load speed5000 RPM
Official tool weight7.2 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter7.25 in
Official battery systemM18
Official motor typeBrushless
Official warranty5 Year Limited Warranty
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
5.6/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 3600 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight6.35 lb
Official voltage12 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model numberDCS512B
Official product name12V MAX 5-3/8 in. Brushless Cordless Circular Saw (Tool Only)
Official voltage12 V
Official no-load speed3600 RPM
Official tool weight6.35 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter538.0-in
Official motor typeBrushless
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
5.6/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 4950 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight7.85 lb
Official voltage20 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model numberDCS565B
Official product name20V MAX XR 6-1/2 in. Brushless Cordless Circular Saw (Tool Only)
Official voltage20 V
Official no-load speed4950 RPM
Official tool weight7.85 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter612.0-in
Official motor typeBrushless
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
#26

Makita 18V LXT Brushless 6-1/2" Circular Saw, Tool Only (XSH03Z)

Best for: Official 18 V, 5000 RPM, 7.3 lb

5.6/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 5000 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight7.3 lb
Official voltage18 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model numberXSH03Z
Official product name18V LXT Brushless 6-1/2" Circular Saw, Tool Only
Official voltage18 V
Official no-load speed5000 RPM
Official tool weight7.3 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter6 in
Official battery system18V LXT Lithium-Ion
Official motor typeBrushless
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
#27

Milwaukee M18 FUEL 7-1/4" Circular Saw (2732-20)

Best for: Official 18 V, 5800 RPM, 8 lb

5.4/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 5800 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight8 lb
Official voltage18 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model number2732-20
Official product nameM18 FUEL 7-1/4" Circular Saw
Official voltage18 V
Official no-load speed5800 RPM
Official tool weight8 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter7.25 in
Official battery systemM18
Official motor typeBrushless
Official warranty5 Year Limited Warranty
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
4.5/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight10.3 lb
Official voltage18 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model number3026-20
Official product nameM18 FUEL 10-1/4" Rear Handle Circular Saw
Official voltage18 V
Official no-load speedNot listed
Official tool weight10.3 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter4 in
Official battery systemM18
Official motor typePOWERSTATE Brushless
Official warranty5 Year Limited Warranty
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
4.4/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 6000 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight10.5 lb
Official voltage18 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model numberXSH06Z
Official product name36V (18V X2) LXT Brushless 7-1/4” Circular Saw, Tool Only
Official voltage18 V
Official no-load speed6000 RPM
Official tool weight10.5 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter7 in
Official battery system2X 18V LXT Lithium-Ion
Official motor typeBrushless
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
#30

DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Compact Reciprocating Saw (Tool Only) (DCS387B)

Best for: Official 20 V, 2900 RPM, 5.58 lb

3.8/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 2900 RPM.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight5.58 lb
Official voltage20 V
Official brushless motorNo
Official model numberDCS387B
Official product name20V MAX Cordless Compact Reciprocating Saw (Tool Only)
Official voltage20 V
Official no-load speed2900 RPM
Official tool weight5.58 lb
Official brushless motorNo
Official max torqueNot listed
Official motor typeBrushed
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
#31

DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Jig Saw (Tool Only) (DCS331B)

Best for: Official 20 V, 3000 RPM, 5.6 lb

3.8/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 3000 RPM.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight5.6 lb
Official voltage20 V
Official brushless motorNo
Official model numberDCS331B
Official product name20V MAX Cordless Jig Saw (Tool Only)
Official voltage20 V
Official no-load speed3000 RPM
Official tool weight5.6 lb
Official brushless motorNo
Official max torqueNot listed
Official motor typeBrushed
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
#32

DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Reciprocating Saw (Tool Only) (DCS380B)

Best for: Official 20 V, 3000 RPM, 5.75 lb

3.7/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 3000 RPM.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight5.75 lb
Official voltage20 V
Official brushless motorNo
Official model numberDCS380B
Official product name20V MAX Cordless Reciprocating Saw (Tool Only)
Official voltage20 V
Official no-load speed3000 RPM
Official tool weight5.75 lb
Official brushless motorNo
Official max torqueNot listed
Official motor typeBrushed
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
3.5/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 3900 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight13.35 lb
Official voltage20 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model numberDCS383B
Official product name20V MAX XR 7-1/4 in. Metal Cutting Circular Saw (Tool Only)
Official voltage20 V
Official no-load speed3900 RPM
Official tool weight13.35 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official motor typeBrushless
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
#34

Makita 18V LXT 5-3/8" Circular Trim Saw, Tool Only (XSS03Z)

Best for: Official 18 V, 3600 RPM, 6 lb

3.5/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 3600 RPM.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight6 lb
Official voltage18 V
Official brushless motorNo
Official model numberXSS03Z
Official product name18V LXT 5-3/8" Circular Trim Saw, Tool Only
Official voltage18 V
Official no-load speed3600 RPM
Official tool weight6 lb
Official brushless motorNo
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter8 in
Official battery system18V LXT Lithium-Ion
Official motor typeBrushed
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
#35

Milwaukee M12 FUEL Circular Saw (2530-20)

Best for: Official 12 V, 3600 RPM, 5.35 lb

3.3/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 3600 RPM.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor * 27%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official tool weight5.35 lb
Official voltage12 V
Official brushless motorNot listed
Official model number2530-20
Official product nameM12 FUEL Circular Saw
Official voltage12 V
Official no-load speed3600 RPM
Official tool weight5.35 lb
Official brushless motorNot listed
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameterAluminum
Official battery systemM12
Official warranty5 Year Limited Warranty
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 5000 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight14.6 lb
Official voltage18 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model numberXSL05Z
Official product name18V LXT Brushless 6-1/2" Compact Dual-Bevel Compound Miter Saw with Laser, Tool Only
Official voltage18 V
Official no-load speed5000 RPM
Official tool weight14.6 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter6 in
Official battery system18V LXT Lithium-Ion
Official motor typeBrushless
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 4400 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight60 lb
Official voltage18 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model numberXSL06Z
Official product name36V (18V X2) LXT Brushless 10" Dual-Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw with Laser, Tool Only
Official voltage18 V
Official no-load speed4400 RPM
Official tool weight60 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter10 in
Official battery system2X 18V LXT Lithium-Ion
Official motor typeBrushless
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 5700 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight28.9 lb
Official voltage18 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model numberXSL02Z
Official product name36V (18V X2) LXT Brushless 7-1/2" Dual Slide Compound Miter Saw, Tool Only
Official voltage18 V
Official no-load speed5700 RPM
Official tool weight28.9 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter7 in
Official battery system2X 18V LXT Lithium-Ion
Official motor typeBrushless
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
#39

Milwaukee M18 FUEL 10" Dual Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw (2734-20)

Best for: Official 18 V, 4000 RPM, 45 lb

3.1/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 4000 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight45 lb
Official voltage18 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model number2734-20
Official product nameM18 FUEL 10" Dual Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw
Official voltage18 V
Official no-load speed4000 RPM
Official tool weight45 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter10 in
Official battery systemM18
Official motor typeNot Applicable
Official warranty5 Year Limited Warranty
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight47.6 lb
Official voltage18 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model number2739-20
Official product nameM18 FUEL 12" Dual Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw with ONE-KEY
Official voltage18 V
Official no-load speedNot listed
Official tool weight47.6 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter12 in
Official battery systemM18
Official motor typePOWERSTATE Brushless
Official warranty5 Year (Tool), 3 Years (Battery)
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
#41

Milwaukee M18 FUEL 8-1/4" Table Saw w/ One-Key (2736-20)

Best for: Official 18 V, 6300 RPM, 41.6 lb

3.1/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 6300 RPM.
  • Official maker product page lists a brushless motor.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight41.6 lb
Official voltage18 V
Official brushless motorYes
Official model number2736-20
Official product nameM18 FUEL 8-1/4" Table Saw w/ One-Key
Official voltage18 V
Official no-load speed6300 RPM
Official tool weight41.6 lb
Official brushless motorYes
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter8.25 in
Official battery systemM18
Official warranty5 Year Limited Warranty
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
3.0/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 3700 RPM.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight7.5 lb
Official voltage20 V
Official brushless motorNo
Official model numberDCS373B
Official product name20V MAX 5-1/2 in. Metal Cutting Circular Saw (Tool Only)
Official voltage20 V
Official no-load speed3700 RPM
Official tool weight7.5 lb
Official brushless motorNo
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter512.0-in
Official motor typeBrushed
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
#43

DeWalt 20V MAX 6-1/2-in Circular Saw (Tool Only) (DCS391B)

Best for: Official 20 V, 5150 RPM, 7.58 lb

3.0/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 5150 RPM.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight7.58 lb
Official voltage20 V
Official brushless motorNo
Official model numberDCS391B
Official product name20V MAX 6-1/2-in Circular Saw (Tool Only)
Official voltage20 V
Official no-load speed5150 RPM
Official tool weight7.58 lb
Official brushless motorNo
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter612.0-in
Official motor typeBrushed
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
#44

Makita 18V LXT 6-1/2" Circular Saw, Tool Only (XSS02Z)

Best for: Official 18 V, 3700 RPM, 7.3 lb

3.0/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 3700 RPM.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight7.3 lb
Official voltage18 V
Official brushless motorNo
Official model numberXSS02Z
Official product name18V LXT 6-1/2" Circular Saw, Tool Only
Official voltage18 V
Official no-load speed3700 RPM
Official tool weight7.3 lb
Official brushless motorNo
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter6 in
Official battery system18V LXT Lithium-Ion
Official motor typeBrushed
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
#45

Milwaukee 18V 7-1/4” Circular Saw (2731-20)

Best for: Official 18 V, 5000 RPM, 7.5 lb

2.9/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 5000 RPM.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor * 27%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official tool weight7.5 lb
Official voltage18 V
Official brushless motorNot listed
Official model number2731-20
Official product name18V 7-1/4” Circular Saw
Official voltage18 V
Official no-load speed5000 RPM
Official tool weight7.5 lb
Official brushless motorNot listed
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameterMagnesium
Official battery systemM18
Official warranty5 Year Limited Warranty
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
2.9/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page is linked for this cordless tool.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor * 27%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official tool weight7.4 lb
Official voltage18 V
Official brushless motorNot listed
Official model number2721-20
Official product name18v SAWZALL Reciprocating Saw w/ ONE-KEY
Official voltage18 V
Official no-load speedNot listed
Official tool weight7.4 lb
Official brushless motorNot listed
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameterYes (QUIK-LOK Universal)
Official battery systemM18
Official warranty5 Year Limited Warranty
Official blade clampQUIK-LOK Universal
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
#47

Milwaukee M18 6 ½" Circular Saw (Tool Only) (2630-20)

Best for: Official 18 V, 9.05 lb

2.3/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page is linked for this cordless tool.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight9.05 lb
Official voltage18 V
Official brushless motorNo
Official model number2630-20
Official product nameM18 6 ½" Circular Saw (Tool Only)
Official voltage18 V
Official no-load speedNot listed
Official tool weight9.05 lb
Official brushless motorNo
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameterSteel
Official battery systemM18
Official motor typeBrushed
Official warranty5 Year Limited Warranty
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
#48

DeWalt 20V MAX 7-1/4-in Sliding Miter Saw (Tool Only) (DCS361B)

Best for: Official 20 V, 3750 RPM, 30 lb

0.6/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page lists a no-load speed of 3750 RPM.

Watch out for

  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor 27%
Official tool weight30 lb
Official voltage20 V
Official brushless motorNo
Official model numberDCS361B
Official product name20V MAX 7-1/4-in Sliding Miter Saw (Tool Only)
Official voltage20 V
Official no-load speed3750 RPM
Official tool weight30 lb
Official brushless motorNo
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameter714.0-in
Official motor typeBrushed
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
PriceCheck price
0.4/10

What we like

  • Official maker product page is linked for this cordless tool.

Watch out for

  • Official tool weight is Not listed on the official product page.
  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight * 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor * 27%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official tool weightNot listed
Official voltage18 V
Official brushless motorNot listed
Official model number2645-22
Official product nameM18 Cordless LITHIUM-ION Jig Saw Kit
Official voltage18 V
Official no-load speedNot listed
Official tool weightNot listed
Official brushless motorNot listed
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameterT-Shank
Official battery systemM18
Official warranty5 Year Limited Warranty
Official configurationThe official product page for this SKU may describe a kit. Official specs shown are for this official SKU.
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What we like

  • Official maker product page is linked for this cordless tool.

Watch out for

  • Official tool weight is Not listed on the official product page.
  • Official maximum torque is Not listed as a specification on the official product page we used.

Score breakdown

Official tool weight * 40%
Official voltage 33%
Official brushless motor * 27%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official tool weightNot listed
Official voltage12 V
Official brushless motorNot listed
Official model number2445-20
Official product nameM12 High Performance Jig Saw (Tool Only)
Official voltage12 V
Official no-load speedNot listed
Official tool weightNot listed
Official brushless motorNot listed
Official max torqueNot listed
Official blade diameterYes
Official battery systemM12
Official warranty5 Year Limited Warranty
Official configurationTool only (battery and charger sold separately, per the official product page).
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Buying guide: how to choose the right cordless saw

This table is for official cordless saws

Every product here is a cordless circular, reciprocating, jig, miter, track or similar saw with an official Milwaukee, DeWalt or Makita product page. Official drills and official impact tools are ranked in their own tables. Official blades and outdoor chainsaws are outside this comparison.

Why official RPM is not scored here

Official circular-saw pages usually list no-load RPM. Official reciprocating and jig saw pages usually list strokes per minute. Those official units are not the same measurement, so they are shown as facts and are not scored against each other. Official tool weight, official voltage and official brushless listings can be compared across saw types.

What “Not listed” means

If official tool weight is missing from the official product page, the field is Not listed and scores at the category minimum. Official blade diameter and official stroke length, when published, are extra details.

Safety

A cordless drill, impact driver or saw is a powered cutting or fastening tool. Wear eye protection, and hearing protection when the work is loud. Keep hands, hair and loose clothing away from chucks, bits and blades. Remove the battery pack before changing accessories, clearing a jam or making adjustments, and wait for the bit or blade to stop. Mind kickback, bind-up and recoil, especially in hammer, impact and sawing work, and use work-holding that keeps the material stable. Follow the maker's official operating, charging and storage guidance, including the official battery and charger pairing. Recycle lithium-ion batteries and worn packs through a certified battery or e-waste program. Official figures on this site are taken from the maker's product page for the configuration shown; confirm the current official specification and the kit contents with the maker and the retailer before you buy.

How this ranking is calculated

Score = weighted average of normalised specs, out of 10. Full method

Official tool weightThe official tool weight published on the maker's product page, in pounds. When the official page lists a weight excluding the battery, we use that official tool-only figure. Official values outside the reference range are clamped for scoring only; the official figure is still shown. Scale: 14 → 3.5 lb.
30%
Official voltageThe official battery-platform voltage published on the maker's product page (for example M12 / 12V max, M18 / 18V LXT, 20V MAX, 40V XGT or 60V MAX). A higher official platform voltage is not automatically the right tool for tight spaces. Official values outside the reference range are clamped for scoring only; the official figure is still shown. Scale: 12 → 60 V.
25%
Official brushless motorWhether the official product page lists a brushless motor (Yes) or a brushed motor / no official listing. An official brushless listing scores at the top of this criterion; Not listed scores at the category minimum. Scale: 0 → 1.
20%

Frequently asked questions

Do you test these tools in a lab?

No. Rankings use only figures published on the official Milwaukee, DeWalt or Makita product page, each linked on the product card. We do not publish prices, customer ratings or hands-on performance test scores. Official no-load speed is a free-speed figure, not a speed we measured under load.

Does a higher score mean more torque or a better tool for every job?

No. We score official no-load speed (where published), official tool weight, official platform voltage and whether the official page lists a brushless motor. Official maximum torque is shown as a fact when the official page publishes it, but it is not scored, because some official pages do not list a torque specification. A higher official voltage or speed is not automatically the right tool for tight spaces or fine work. Confirm the official specification with the maker.

Is this the kit or the bare tool?

When the official catalog lists both a tool-only SKU and kit SKUs for the same official model family, we keep one page and prefer the official tool-only / bare-tool configuration. The official model number is the SKU on the official page we used. Confirm whether a battery and charger are included with the retailer listing.

Do commissions change the ranking?

No. Amazon may pay a commission if you buy through a Check price button, at no extra cost to you. Commissions never change the order, and no brand can pay for placement.

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