Selecting the right cordless saw is a similar process to selecting any power saw. Form, as they say, follows function, so the important thing is to choose the right saw for the job. The cordless saw’s…well, cordlessness only factors into the equation in the added weight the battery adds and the need to recharge said battery, limiting use time.

Saw Types & Their Uses

• Cordless Circular Saw: Cutting straight, even lines.
• Cordless Jig Saw: Cutting thin materials, e.g. plywood, plastic, etc.
• Cordless Miter Saw: Making angular cuts.
• Cordless Reciprocating Saw: Cutting just about anything.

Variable speed saws are preferable to 1 or 2 speed saws when the option is available. Recommended brands include the Makita cordless circular saw, the Bosch cordless jigsaw, the Ryobi Cordless Miter Saw and the DeWALT cordless reciprocating saw.