Recip Saws
Choosing a Reciprocating Saw
Reciprocating saws handle demolition, plumbing and electrical rough-in, pruning, and metal cutting. Milwaukee offers the widest range here: M18 FUEL SAWZALL and SUPER SAWZALL models, M18 and M12 FUEL HACKZALL one-handed saws, and a corded 15 amp saw. DeWALT covers 20V MAX XR full-size and compact saws, the ATOMIC one-handed saw, and the XTREME 12V MAX one-handed saw. Makita adds 18V LXT and 36V (18V X2) recipro saws, and Festool offers the RSC 18.
What to Look For
- Full size or one-handed. Full-size saws cut faster in heavy demolition. One-handed HACKZALL, ATOMIC, and XTREME saws fit between studs and overhead.
- Brushless motor. Brushless models such as M18 FUEL, DeWALT XR, and Makita XRJ05 run longer per charge.
- Kit or tool only. Tool-only saws add to an existing battery platform. Kits include batteries and a charger.
- Corded option. The Milwaukee 6538-21 corded saw runs all day for heavy demolition crews.
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Recip Saws FAQ
Should I get a one-handed or full-size reciprocating saw?
Get a one-handed saw if you mostly cut pipe, conduit, and small branches in tight spaces. Get a full-size saw for demolition, thick lumber, and cast iron. Plumbers and electricians often carry a one-handed saw daily and keep a full-size saw for bigger jobs.
What is the difference between SAWZALL and SUPER SAWZALL?
Both are Milwaukee full-size M18 FUEL reciprocating saws. The SUPER SAWZALL is Milwaukee's heavier-duty model aimed at the toughest demolition and cutting jobs, and it is sold tool only or in a 12.0Ah HD kit.