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Best OverallA compact 20V reciprocating saw for buyers already on the DeWalt battery platform, sold as a bare tool.
Popular PickA 20 volt cordless DeWALT saw at 2800 RPM with a 4.8 rating across nearly 10,800 reviews, a solid pick for anyone already invested in the 20V MAX battery system.
A compact cordless saw that adds cutting capability to an existing RYOBI 18V kit when paired with a battery you already own.
A capable cordless reciprocating saw for anyone already on the Makita 18V LXT battery system; factor in the cost of a battery and charger separately.
A SEESII saw with strong recent purchase volume but no published spec sheet here; check the full listing for power source and blade details before buying.
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DEWALT DCS369B ATOMIC 20V MAX One-Handed Reciprocating SawModel DCS369BDEWALT DCS367B 20V MAX XR Compact Reciprocating SawModel DCS367BRYOBI PCL515B ONE+ 18V Reciprocating SawModel PCL515BMakita XRJ04Z 18V LXT Cordless Recipro SawModel XRJ04ZThese 4 reciprocating saws are the most searched brands and models among the established products in this category (monthly searches for each brand and model); on a tie, the one with more owner ratings ranks first. Product data comes from public Amazon listings (updated 15 days ago). We do not test products ourselves.
DeWalt, Makita, RYOBI, SEESII lead this category among the 4 brands that passed our curation checks.
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Reciprocating saws cut with a straight blade moving back and forth, and they are demolition and rough cutting tools for cutting through walls, pipes, nails, branches and old framing. They are not built for fine cuts; a jigsaw or circular saw is the better choice for clean lines. The first decision is how much heavy cutting you do, because compact one handed saws suit occasional pruning and plumbing, while full size saws cut faster through thick material.
Power and stroke are the next questions. Longer stroke length and higher stroke rate remove material faster, and an orbital action speeds up cuts in wood at the cost of a rougher edge. Among the 5 products that list item weight, most fall between 2.1 and 7.9 pounds, and 5.4 pounds is typical. Lighter saws are easier to use overhead and in tight spaces. Cordless saws dominate this category, and the battery platform you already own often decides the brand.
Vibration and blade changes matter in use. Anti vibration features make long demolition jobs less tiring, a tool free blade clamp makes changes quick, and an adjustable shoe helps use more of the blade's teeth.
Before buying, check the stroke length, the speed range, whether the saw has orbital action, the weight, and whether a battery, charger and blades are included. Use the right blade for each material, hold the shoe firmly against the work, and wear eye and hearing protection.
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