Best Cordless Reciprocating Saws (2026)

The DCS380B delivers up to 3,000 strokes per minute with a 1-1/8 inch stroke, a four position blade clamp for flush cuts and a pivoting shoe that extends blade life by spreading wear along the teeth. A rubber over molded grip improves control. It has been a staple of 20V MAX kits for years.

Compared with the compact DCS387B it is longer and more powerful in thick material, and it is better suited to demolition. Against the Craftsman CMCS300B with a 1 inch stroke it cuts faster. For existing DeWalt owners it is the natural choice.

It is a bare tool, so buy a 5 Ah battery for the best run time. Keep the clamp and shoe clean, and use quality blades for the material. Replace the pivoting shoe pads if they wear flat, since a loose shoe wastes blade life.

The DCS387B is a compact reciprocating saw only 14 inches long, which fits between studs and in other tight spots. It keeps the 1-1/8 inch stroke of the larger saws and the four position blade clamp. An LED lights the cut.

Compared with the DCS380B it is shorter and lighter, and a good choice for plumbers and remodelers. It gives up a little mass in heavy demolition. Against the Craftsman it offers a longer stroke in a small body.

A smaller battery keeps it light, and a larger one adds run time. Wear gloves, since a compact saw puts your hand close to the cut. Compact saws like this one reward a firm two handed grip even though a single hand can hold them.

The Craftsman V20 saw runs up to 3,000 strokes per minute with a 1 inch stroke and a variable speed trigger. A quick blade change makes swaps easy. It is part of the V20 cordless system.

Compared with the DeWalt DCS380B it has a shorter stroke and costs less. It suits homeowners with V20 batteries who cut pipes, branches and light demolition. It is not for daily jobsite use.

Buy a larger battery for pruning and long cuts. Use good blades, since the stock blade is basic. Wrap the supplied bag around the tool to keep sawdust out of the battery contacts.

The Black+Decker BDCR20C is a kit with a battery and charger, a pivoting shoe for control and tool-free blade changes. A variable speed trigger lets you start cuts gently. It is a straightforward home tool.

Compared with the Craftsman bare tool it works out of the box, and it costs a little more. Against the DeWalt DCS380B it is clearly lighter duty. It suits pruning, light remodeling and household cuts.

The battery is small, so plan breaks on long jobs. Use fresh blades and keep the shoe locked. Test the pivoting shoe lock before you rely on it for flush cuts.

The TaskStar kit has a 3,500 spm brushless motor rated at 200 W, two 4.0 Ah batteries and eight blades. The maker claims 40 to 60 minutes of runtime from the packs. It is a complete package for a low price.

Compared with the DeWalt DCS380B it has a smaller, less powerful motor, so it is better for pruning and light work. It matches the brushed saws for speed and adds brushless efficiency. It lacks platform support, so batteries are proprietary.

Treat it as a light duty tool. Replace the stock blades with quality ones for demolition. Charge both batteries before a day of pruning, since tree work rarely lets you stop.

The Olmlmo kit pairs a 500 W brushless motor with 3,200 spm, two 4.0 Ah batteries and eight blades. A tool-free blade change swaps blades in a few seconds. The maker claims about 30 minutes of runtime from a pack.

Compared with the TaskStar's 200 W motor it has much more rated power, and it suits heavier cutting. Against the DeWalt DCS380B it lacks the platform and long term support, but it includes batteries and blades. It is a good option for a homeowner who needs more power.

Runtime is modest, so plan to swap batteries. Check the warranty and use quality blades. Check the blade teeth after use, because carbide blades chip if they hit a nail.