Best Reciprocating Saws
Top reciprocating saws ranked by transparent trust scores.
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9.4
Excellent
Milwaukee M18 FUEL SAWZALL
Ranked #1 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
#1
9.4
Excellent
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Ranked #1 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Fastest cordless cutting speed
- Fastest cordless cutting speed
- POWERSTATE brushless motor
Cons
- Tool-only pricing
- Tool-only pricing
- Heavy at 7.2 lbs with battery
Don't buy this if…
- The high-speed blade can kick back when the tip contacts an obstruction so always maintain a firm two-handed grip.
- The high-speed blade can kick back when the tip contacts an obstruction so always maintain a firm two-handed grip.
#2
9.2
Excellent
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Ranked #2 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- FLEXVOLT power boost capability
- FLEXVOLT power boost capability
- Variable speed 0-3000 SPM
Cons
- Best performance requires 60V battery
- Best performance requires 60V battery
- Bare tool only
Don't buy this if…
- FLEXVOLT Advantage mode only activates with a 60V FLEXVOLT battery and runs in standard mode with 20V batteries.
- FLEXVOLT Advantage mode only activates with a 60V FLEXVOLT battery and runs in standard mode with 20V batteries.
#3
9.0
Excellent
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Ranked #3 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Compact 14.5-inch length
- Compact 14.5-inch length
- Brushless motor efficiency
Cons
- Shorter stroke than full-size models
- Shorter stroke than full-size models
- Battery sold separately
Don't buy this if…
- The compact size means less leverage so maintain a firm grip when cutting through thick material that can bind the blade.
- The compact size means less leverage so maintain a firm grip when cutting through thick material that can bind the blade.
#4
8.7
Excellent
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Ranked #4 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Corded 13-amp equivalent power
- Corded 13-amp equivalent power
- Orbital action for wood
Cons
- Tool-only purchase
- Tool-only purchase
- PROFACTOR batteries are expensive
Don't buy this if…
- Orbital action must be turned off for metal cutting as it causes premature blade wear and rough cuts.
- Orbital action must be turned off for metal cutting as it causes premature blade wear and rough cuts.
#5
8.5
Excellent
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Ranked #5 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Affordable brushless option
- Affordable brushless option
- 3100 SPM competitive speed
Cons
- Battery sold separately
- Battery sold separately
- Vibration reduction is modest
Don't buy this if…
- Prolonged use on demolition projects causes significant vibration fatigue so take regular breaks.
- Prolonged use on demolition projects causes significant vibration fatigue so take regular breaks.
#6
8.3
Good
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Ranked #6 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Battery and charger included
- Battery and charger included
- Very affordable complete kit
Cons
- Shorter 1-inch stroke length
- Shorter 1-inch stroke length
- Build quality trails premium brands
Don't buy this if…
- The shorter stroke length means more passes are needed on thick material which can overheat the blade.
- The shorter stroke length means more passes are needed on thick material which can overheat the blade.
#7
8.1
Good
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Ranked #7 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- One-handed operation
- One-handed operation
- Ultra-compact for tight spaces
Cons
- 12V limits heavy cutting
- 12V limits heavy cutting
- Short stroke for thin materials only
Don't buy this if…
- The one-handed design is intended for pipe and light materials and is not suitable for demolition or framing work.
- The one-handed design is intended for pipe and light materials and is not suitable for demolition or framing work.
#8
7.9
Good
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Ranked #8 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.
Pros
- Complete kit with battery and charger
- Complete kit with battery and charger
- Pivoting shoe for flush cuts
Cons
- 2.0 Ah battery limits runtime
- 2.0 Ah battery limits runtime
- Entry-level power for heavy demo
Don't buy this if…
- The 2.0 Ah battery depletes quickly during continuous cutting and a spare battery is strongly recommended.
- The 2.0 Ah battery depletes quickly during continuous cutting and a spare battery is strongly recommended.
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