Reciprocating Saw Reviews

• Reciprocating Saw Features
• Reciprocating Saw Reviews
• Reciprocating Saw Uses
• Reciprocating Saw Blades
• Cordless Reciprocating Saws

Welcome to Reciprocating Saw Reviews. Here you will find the best Reciprocating Saws that money can buy.

We’ve researched over 50 different brands and models. Our reciprocating saw reviews include corded and cordless, light and heavy duty, along with other prominent features.

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Reciprocating Saw Features

As part of our review process, we analyze each feature. Of course features vary depending on the specific model, manufacturer and whether it is a corded or cordless saw.

1. Power

Normally most corded reciprocating saws have an operating power range of 5-15 amps, people who are involved in heavy-duty work prefer using a power range that is above 10 amps.

In comparison to the cordless reciprocating saw, the corded reciprocating saw offers more power and typically more strength. However the cordless saws compensate this by offering more flexibility in terms of the movement and mobility.

2. Weight

In our reciprocating saw reviews, we note that the corded reciprocating saws offer limited maneuverability, mainly due to the power cords. They are lighter in weight because they don’t incorporate battery pack casings like the cordless saws.

Other features we analyzed in our reciprocating saw reviews include:

• Padded comfort grips which help in shielding the user from excessive vibrations while using the device.
• Orbital cutting action which gives them enhanced versatility in terms of the cuts they can make.
• Variable speed control (VSC) which allows the user to alter the saw’s speed as you use it on different kinds of material.
• Tool-less blade change which minimizes the time spent in switching blades when they are being used.

Reciprocating Saw Uses

Both the corded and cordless saws are similar in that they both are used for cutting various kinds of materials, such as, PVC, steel and other alloys.

They are normally utilized in tasks that don’t require a high degree of accuracy. Reciprocating saws generally leave a rough kind of cut therefore they are not suitable for doing finishing on surfaces.

Reciprocating saw uses are extensive, which is why many homeowners own this type of saw for miscellaneous jobs around the house, including yard work and home improvements.

Our reviews process determined that the sawzall offers great functionality and an extensive selection of blades to cut through almost any object or type of material.

Blade Types and Uses

We also discuss which blade is best for your situation. Your choice of reciprocating saw blades will vary depending on the material your cutting, along with the estimated time of use. One type of blade used is the Bi-metal blade; main uses for this blade are:

• Cutting metallic materials.
• Roughing wood.

When cutting heavy duty material such as heavy gauge metal, a high speed blade is probably the best option, other materials this blade can be used on include;

• Cast iron
• Fiberglass
• Cast aluminum

For work that involves removal of smaller objects, the fine-tooth blade is the most appropriate.

Our reciprocating saw reviews will help you determine the best saw and blades for your job.

Cordless Reciprocating Saws

Cordless reciprocating saw (s) are similar to the corded saw is larger in size because of a battery case.

Of course, the cordless reciprocating saw is battery powered and offers increased freedom of movement and is not restricted to one area (garage or basement). Another advantage of this saw is that it contains a powerful motor which makes the work of cutting thick material easier.

We rate the top cordless saws based on power, ease of use, price, durability and more.