Milwaukee M18 FUEL Sawzall 2821 vs DeWalt 20V XR DCS386
Milwaukee M18 FUEL Sawzall 2821 wins — Milwaukee's FUEL Sawzall wins on raw cutting speed and demo durability; the DeWalt DCS386 is better controlled and less …
Scores: Milwaukee M18 FUEL Sawzall 2821 7.2/10 · DeWalt 20V XR DCS386 7.1/10
Milwaukee's FUEL Sawzall wins on raw cutting speed and demo durability; the DeWalt DCS386 is better controlled and less fatiguing with orbital action.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Milwaukee M18 FUEL Sawzall 2821 | DeWalt 20V XR DCS386 |
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| Max SPM | 3,000 | 3,000 |
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| Stroke Length | 1-1/8 in. | 1-1/8 in. |
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| Orbital Action | No | Yes (4-position) |
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| Anti-Vibration | Handle overmold | Mechanical counterbalance |
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| Weight (with battery) | ~7.5 lbs | ~7.8 lbs |
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| Warranty | 5-year | 3-year |
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Milwaukee M18 FUEL Sawzall 2821
What works
- 3,000 SPM with 1-1/8 in. stroke — among the fastest in class through metal
- Battle-tested FUEL motor reliability — handles years of sustained demo work
- M18 High Output batteries give exceptional runtime on long jobs
What doesn't
- No orbital action — slower through wood demolition compared to orbital mode on DeWalt
- Heavier build — 7.5 lbs with battery isn't light for extended overhead work
DeWalt 20V XR DCS386
What works
- Four-position orbital action dramatically speeds wood demolition cuts
- Mechanical counterbalance reduces vibration and hand fatigue on long sessions
- XR brushless motor delivers consistent power with efficient battery use
What doesn't
- Orbital action unsuitable for metal cutting — produces rougher cuts and faster blade wear
- Anti-vibration less proven over long-term heavy demo vs Milwaukee's track record
Bottom line
Our pick: Milwaukee M18 FUEL Sawzall 2821.
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