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Best Power Saws UK (2026)

Circular, jigsaw and mitre saws for UK DIY and joinery projects.

DEWALT DCS391N 165mm XR Premium Circular Saw 18 Volt Bare Unit

#1 Pick

DEWALT DCS391N 165mm XR Premium Circular Saw 18 Volt Bare Unit
Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars (780)
  • 18V Cordless
  • 3 Years

£107.94

Pros

  • Thin-kerf 165mm blade cuts up to 55mm deep in one pass
  • Keyless bevel and depth adjustment speed up setup on site
  • Lightweight for a full day of ripping and cross-cutting timber or ply

Cons

  • Bare unit — battery and charger sold separately
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Bosch DIY PST 900 PEL Electric Jigsaw 240V, 620W

#2 Pick

Bosch DIY PST 900 PEL Electric Jigsaw 240V, 620W
Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars (3,450)
  • 620W Corded
  • 2 Years

£64.99

Pros

  • 4-stage pendulum action cuts curves up to 40% faster than a plain jigsaw
  • Tool-free SDS blade change with on-board storage for 6 blades
  • Sole plate tilts to 45° for mitre cuts, with an integrated LED work light

Cons

  • Mains lead limits reach away from a socket
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Makita LS0714LN/2 240V 190mm Slide Compound Mitre Saw

#3 Pick

Makita LS0714LN/2 240V 190mm Slide Compound Mitre Saw
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars (410)
  • 1010W Corded
  • 3 Years

£289.00

Pros

  • 1,010W motor with soft start and constant speed control for clean crosscuts
  • Slide function extends capacity for wide skirting and architrave
  • Compact, lightweight build for a tradesperson-grade mitre saw

Cons

  • Higher price than a basic compound mitre saw
  • Needs bench space or a stand for stable use
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Ryobi R18RS-0 ONE+ 18V Cordless Reciprocating Saw (Body Only)

#4 Pick

Ryobi R18RS-0 ONE+ 18V Cordless Reciprocating Saw (Body Only)
Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,240)
  • 18V Cordless
  • 3 Years

£59.99

Pros

  • 22mm stroke and variable speed make quick work of demolition and pruning
  • Tool-free blade change and anti-vibration system cut fatigue on long cuts
  • Body-only option runs on any battery in the Ryobi ONE+ range

Cons

  • Battery and charger sold separately for first-time Ryobi ONE+ buyers
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