DEWALT DCS387D1 Saw
- Saw
- 8 inches
- 40 watts
- Battery
- Better rated than 62%
A workable single-battery kit for general cutting tasks, provided the 8-inch capacity and included blade type match the jobs you have in mind.
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How it ranks among the 265 saws we track
4.7★ across 386 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
386 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
100+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
A single 20V MAX battery and charger come bundled with the DEWALT DCS387D1, whose D1 suffix marks it as a one-battery kit. This compact reciprocating saw weighs about 8 pounds and is rated to an 8 inch cutting capacity.
DEWALT's D1 kit designation typically pairs the bare tool with a single 20V MAX battery and charger rather than the two batteries some higher-tier kits include, so it's worth confirming exact kit contents before comparing price against other bundles. The listed high speed steel material likely refers to the included blade rather than the saw body itself.
- 20V MAX cordless reciprocating saw
- Kit includes one battery and charger (D1)
- Weighs about 8 pounds
- Rated cutting capacity of 8 inches
Who it's for
Fits DIYers and tradespeople wanting a compact reciprocating saw ready to run with a single-battery kit. Less suited to demolition-heavy work where a two-battery kit or higher-capacity battery would mean less downtime.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Ships as a kit with battery and charger included
- Compact build for tighter working spaces
- Rated to 8 inches of cutting capacity
- Single-battery kit means less run time than two-battery bundles
- Blade material suits general wood and light metal
Performance notes
Reciprocating saws cut through material with a rapid back-and-forth blade stroke, and the compact design behind the DCS387 line trades some raw power for easier handling in tight spaces. The listed 8 inch capacity and high speed steel blade material point to a saw meant for wood and light metal cutting rather than heavy demolition.
Specifications
| Brand | DeWalt |
|---|---|
| Model | DCS387D1 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 8 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 8 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Motor Power | 40 watts |
| Power Source | Battery |
| Voltage | 20 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | High Speed Steel |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in saws.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEWALT DCS387D1 SawThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 386 | 4.1 / 5 |
| SKIL 5280-01 SawSkil | 4.7 / 5 | 14,300 | 4.6 / 5 |
| DEWALT DCS391B SawDeWALT | 4.6 / 5 | 11,000 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Milwaukee 2719-20 SawMILWAUKEE | 4.8 / 5 | 6,485 | 4.5 / 5 |
| BLACK+DECKER BDEJS600C SawBLACK+DECKER | 4.7 / 5 | 11,123 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the DeWalt DCS387D1
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the DCS387D1 include a battery?
Yes, the D1 in the model number marks a kit version bundled with one 20V MAX battery and a charger.
What is the cutting capacity of the DCS387D1?
It's listed at 8 inches.
How much does it weigh?
About 8 pounds.