Best Power Saws UK (2026) — Page 3

Pros

• Brushless motor delivers up to 5,000rpm for fast, clean cuts
• Cuts up to 57mm deep, enough for most stud and joist timber
• Bare unit works with any battery already in a Makita 18V LXT kit

Cons

• Battery and charger sold separately

Pros

• NanoBlade chain-driven blade cuts wood with very little vibration
• Cuts up to 65mm deep for skirting, timber and garden branches
• Compact one-handed design is easy to control on straight or plunge cuts

Cons

• Battery, charger and blade type limit compatibility versus a standard saw

Pros

• Brushless motor delivers 0-22,000 oscillations per minute for fast cutting and sanding
• Tool-free accessory change speeds up switching between blades and pads
• Body-only option suits owners already on the DeWalt 18V XR battery system

Cons

• Battery and charger sold separately

Pros

• 1400W motor cuts up to 70mm deep in soft and hard wood
• Parallel guide and 56-degree bevel for accurate angled cuts
• Turbo blower keeps the cut line clear of dust and debris

Cons

• Corded design limits reach away from a power point

Pros

• 1100W motor with a 29mm stroke powers through demolition and pruning jobs
• 4-position blade clamp allows flush cutting close to walls and floors
• Lever-action keyless blade clamp speeds up blade changes

Cons

• Mains lead limits reach away from a socket
• Heavier than a cordless equivalent for overhead cutting

Pros

• Multi-material TCT blade cuts wood, steel, aluminium and plastic without changing blades
• Folding stand with wheels makes it portable between site and van
• Bevel and mitre capacity handle angled cuts on skirting and box section

Cons

• Bulkier to store than a standalone circular or mitre saw