I recently purchased a "yellow" 11 amp angle grinder and a "red" 12 amp reciprocating saw. I thought long and hard and I decided to go with corded versions. My reasons for the corded models were (1) the corded models offered more horsepower, (2) the high amperage rechargeable batteries and charger were pretty expensive and you typically need a few batteries on hand to minimize downtime, (3) For the costs of several rechargeable batteries and chargers I can almost buy a portable generator for much greater flexibility at the job site. As you mentioned for occasional and light duty a battery power tool is wonderful. But in the long run corded power tools prevent you from keep buying batteries.
Same thing was in mind as well. I have only 2amp batteries, and i am sure those are skinny for this job. I need to use this saw for demolition, but alwasy around my workshop, maybe sometimes i would use it at site, but there are always power outlets. The only thing that would be a big plus with the cordless is at the roof. But thats might be an add on later.
Great video! Of course cordless would be the easiest but in your opinion how many feet away from the power source could you use extension cord for a corded reciprocating saw to cut very old wooden fencing away from the poles on a small farm? Thanks for your informative video!
pretty good pro and con to illustrate the difference between the two types. personally i use mine very sporadically at work so there’s times i use it every few weeks maybe 10-20 cuts, to once every few months maybe making 5-10 cuts in that time frame. With that kind of gap in usage and with the fact the tool stays in the truck most of the cold winter i prefer running a corded tool so i never run into the issue of forgetting if i charged the battery or letting the battery warm up. I also find that the corded version can take a fair bit more work related use and abuse, although the cord itself definitely will see some wear and tear more than a battery would. However if you take proper care and attention to the workspace running into issues like constantly stepping on the cord or constantly readjusting the cord or having the cord in areas that are corrosive or abrasive are greatly reduced. taking the extra few minutes to plan out where the cuts are going to be made and keeping a clean tidy work space will help keep the cord last long. However if i had to make several dozen cuts a day minimum and had to be more mobile with the tool i would definitely make the case for a battery powered tool would be best
Great video man! Perfect points all around! As soon as you said if you hate dealing with batteries and charging etc. I was rolling 😂 100% my style, corded all the way!!
I'm glad you cover old vs new. I'm watching this video because I got a Makita LXT recip when they first came out. It only accepts my 3ah instead of my 5ah. I was cutting through 2 hardened automotive bolts last night and I went through my 2 3ah batteries 3 times each. And that's with a dual charger. Charge time held up the project. I'm in the market for a corded one now.
For top of the line the Flexvolt 60v Dewalt recip and battery is like $450 whereas the 15amp Skilsaw SPT 44-10 is $155 and the corded saw is still more powerful and no charge downtime and a fraction of the cost.. Unless you're working out far away from power without a genny or can't figure out how to loop the cord to yourself and tie the plug connection together you're best to go corded 15amp if you want power.. Plus if you're not using it every week batteries go flat and need replacement and if power isn't a concern you could always go with a cheap 10-12 amp corded and pay less than $50 if you know where to look.. If $ is no concern and you're using it daily go with the 60v flexvolt brushless but still most people should still go with corded if high power saw is needed and you're near AC plug.. Its pretty rare on a job to not have power, and for the cost saving you could almost buy a generator or 12v inverter for your work vehicle to provide power in that rare situation
Pretty well covered. Some real true situations. Lots of cords get cut. It's hard to believe it happens as much as it does. This is 3 yrrs after this vid. I'm just stepping into battery operated tools. I am using sawsall's in some real jungle places and the cord is a pain. I'll pay more for the convenience and keeping track of two batts isn't a big problem for me. I know they cost more. I don't care.
I'm just looking for a recip saw for occasional home use like trimming some tree branches, cutting a plank here or there for a small project, cutting into drywall etc. I was shocked by how much more expensive the cordless ones are. I'll probably just be getting the cheapest corded one I can find, somewhere around 50 euros. It should do just fine for how little I'll be using it.
Right on. One of these days u gonna hear dey don make dem damn batteries anymore you need to ‘upgrade’. My only uncorded tool is the jigsaw. Then i spent 3 x the money i could e bought more tools for da money
I would have a question, please tell.me the "Truth" :D 900W (yellow) 25mm stroke corded 1050W (very-yellow) 28mm stroke Price is double, both is a trusted brand. Is the 3mm stroke and the 150w has a significant difference? Stanley/Dewalt
If you are going to be really pounding on the saw and or using it to make money, I'd advise buying one that is at least in the middle. If you are a homeowner that's only going to be using the saw occasionally, then the lower-priced unit should be just fine. No matter which price point you decide on, let the product reviews be your guide.
I'm pretty green as a carpenter this year and i've bought mostly corded grinder, multitool, and circle saw... and regret all of them. lugging the extension cord around and getting unplugged is not worth the hassle. Period. Spend the money. Don't look like a fool on the job site running around like I do everyday now haha. I wish I watched this video beforehand. keep up the good stuff man!
When you look at specs even within the same brands, they do a really good job of making the corded and cordless versions hard to compare on paper. I'm planning to do a video comparing a few soon. However, I would say that if the corded version IS more powerful, it's not by much. Cheers!
They all do the same thing. A bigger motor is going to cut faster and easier. If you are going to use this tool once in a blue moon, buy one that's priced with that in mind. If you are someone that is going to use the tool everyday, or is going to need to really work the tool hard, you need to consider getting a more powerful saw, that usually requires you to spend more.
Cordless is great IF you will use it at least a few times a year...every year. Pros will use them a lot, maybe daily, but the casual DiY er might be leaving it in its box for months. If you leave a battery tool unused, the battery loses charge and might go flat. Batteries degenerate rapidly if flattened. Bottom line...you go to use the tool after months to find not only is it flat, but won’t take much charge. New batts are very pricey and if it has become obsolete you might not get a replacement...making the whole tool junk.
except maybe an impact or drill driver, i would stick to corded tools. i recently had to resurface steel rims with a cordless drill and it was a pia because battery will go through quick. i then got a corded one that got a work done quicker than it took to charge.
Anyone that is determined can do renovations. With regard to your question about saw weigh, generally speaking, the more powerful heavy-duty saws tend to weigh more because they have bigger motors and more heavy-duty parts. And the cordless saws typically weigh even more once you factor in the battery pack. As technology continues to advance, perhaps the companies will begin to make lighter saws.
Great video and education. Thanks for sharing. I learned so much.
I recently purchased a "yellow" 11 amp angle grinder and a "red" 12 amp reciprocating saw. I thought long and hard and I decided to go with corded versions. My reasons for the corded models were (1) the corded models offered more horsepower, (2) the high amperage rechargeable batteries and charger were pretty expensive and you typically need a few batteries on hand to minimize downtime, (3) For the costs of several rechargeable batteries and chargers I can almost buy a portable generator for much greater flexibility at the job site. As you mentioned for occasional and light duty a battery power tool is wonderful. But in the long run corded power tools prevent you from keep buying batteries.
True
Another option is just buy the tools and just one or two batteries for all of them. You have to buy the same brand of tools though.
Same thing was in mind as well. I have only 2amp batteries, and i am sure those are skinny for this job. I need to use this saw for demolition, but alwasy around my workshop, maybe sometimes i would use it at site, but there are always power outlets. The only thing that would be a big plus with the cordless is at the roof. But thats might be an add on later.
Great video! Of course cordless would be the easiest but in your opinion how many feet away from the power source could you use extension cord for a corded reciprocating saw to cut very old wooden fencing away from the poles on a small farm? Thanks for your informative video!
Best video on reciprocating saw‘s I learned a lot thank you
pretty good pro and con to illustrate the difference between the two types.
personally i use mine very sporadically at work so there’s times i use it every few weeks maybe 10-20 cuts, to once every few months maybe making 5-10 cuts in that time frame.
With that kind of gap in usage and with the fact the tool stays in the truck most of the cold winter i prefer running a corded tool so i never run into the issue of forgetting if i charged the battery or letting the battery warm up.
I also find that the corded version can take a fair bit more work related use and abuse, although the cord itself definitely will see some wear and tear more than a battery would. However if you take proper care and attention to the workspace running into issues like constantly stepping on the cord or constantly readjusting the cord or having the cord in areas that are corrosive or abrasive are greatly reduced. taking the extra few minutes to plan out where the cuts are going to be made and keeping a clean tidy work space will help keep the cord last long. However if i had to make several dozen cuts a day minimum and had to be more mobile with the tool i would definitely make the case for a battery powered tool would be best
The last part made me laugh, rolling inyo the job with one bat on the battery lol
Thanks for the video. You just saved me a lot of money.
Great video man! Perfect points all around! As soon as you said if you hate dealing with batteries and charging etc. I was rolling 😂 100% my style, corded all the way!!
I'm glad you cover old vs new. I'm watching this video because I got a Makita LXT recip when they first came out. It only accepts my 3ah instead of my 5ah. I was cutting through 2 hardened automotive bolts last night and I went through my 2 3ah batteries 3 times each. And that's with a dual charger. Charge time held up the project. I'm in the market for a corded one now.
Perfect scenario for one 👍
For top of the line the Flexvolt 60v Dewalt recip and battery is like $450 whereas the 15amp Skilsaw SPT 44-10 is $155 and the corded saw is still more powerful and no charge downtime and a fraction of the cost.. Unless you're working out far away from power without a genny or can't figure out how to loop the cord to yourself and tie the plug connection together you're best to go corded 15amp if you want power.. Plus if you're not using it every week batteries go flat and need replacement and if power isn't a concern you could always go with a cheap 10-12 amp corded and pay less than $50 if you know where to look.. If $ is no concern and you're using it daily go with the 60v flexvolt brushless but still most people should still go with corded if high power saw is needed and you're near AC plug.. Its pretty rare on a job to not have power, and for the cost saving you could almost buy a generator or 12v inverter for your work vehicle to provide power in that rare situation
Pretty well covered. Some real true situations. Lots of cords get cut. It's hard to believe it happens as much as it does. This is 3 yrrs after this vid. I'm just stepping into battery operated tools. I am using sawsall's in some real jungle places and the cord is a pain. I'll pay more for the convenience and keeping track of two batts isn't a big problem for me. I know they cost more. I don't care.
I'm just looking for a recip saw for occasional home use like trimming some tree branches, cutting a plank here or there for a small project, cutting into drywall etc. I was shocked by how much more expensive the cordless ones are. I'll probably just be getting the cheapest corded one I can find, somewhere around 50 euros. It should do just fine for how little I'll be using it.
Right on. One of these days u gonna hear dey don make dem damn batteries anymore you need to ‘upgrade’. My only uncorded tool is the jigsaw. Then i spent 3 x the money i could e bought more tools for da money
Some Very Good Points 👍
I would have a question, please tell.me the "Truth" :D
900W (yellow) 25mm stroke corded
1050W (very-yellow) 28mm stroke
Price is double, both is a trusted brand. Is the 3mm stroke and the 150w has a significant difference?
Stanley/Dewalt
If you are going to be really pounding on the saw and or using it to make money, I'd advise buying one that is at least in the middle. If you are a homeowner that's only going to be using the saw occasionally, then the lower-priced unit should be just fine. No matter which price point you decide on, let the product reviews be your guide.
I'm pretty green as a carpenter this year and i've bought mostly corded grinder, multitool, and circle saw... and regret all of them. lugging the extension cord around and getting unplugged is not worth the hassle. Period. Spend the money. Don't look like a fool on the job site running around like I do everyday now haha. I wish I watched this video beforehand. keep up the good stuff man!
Does corded have more power. Trying to cut some tree and roots
When you look at specs even within the same brands, they do a really good job of making the corded and cordless versions hard to compare on paper. I'm planning to do a video comparing a few soon. However, I would say that if the corded version IS more powerful, it's not by much. Cheers!
Yes.
HELL YESSSSS CORDED HAS MORE CONSTANT POWER BY A MILE!!! Lol...
So the craftsmen that’s 69.99 at Lowe’s isn’t good?
They all do the same thing. A bigger motor is going to cut faster and easier. If you are going to use this tool once in a blue moon, buy one that's priced with that in mind. If you are someone that is going to use the tool everyday, or is going to need to really work the tool hard, you need to consider getting a more powerful saw, that usually requires you to spend more.
Cordless is great IF you will use it at least a few times a year...every year. Pros will use them a lot, maybe daily, but the casual DiY er might be leaving it in its box for months. If you leave a battery tool unused, the battery loses charge and might go flat. Batteries degenerate rapidly if flattened. Bottom line...you go to use the tool after months to find not only is it flat, but won’t take much charge. New batts are very pricey and if it has become obsolete you might not get a replacement...making the whole tool junk.
Tool rental is also an option. That way you can just use it and take it back. That way it's somebody else responsibility.
Also a huge difference between brushed and brushless motors. That's why many cheap tools are so cheap.
Why didn't show them in action and compare the two
Appreciate the vid, but would have been nice to show a quick demo vs listening to 10 mins of talking.
Demonstrations would improve your channel
Honestly cordless is the way to go.
Not when you dont use the tool much and the tool line eventually changes up battery platforms after so many years.
except maybe an impact or drill driver, i would stick to corded tools. i recently had to resurface steel rims with a cordless drill and it was a pia because battery will go through quick. i then got a corded one that got a work done quicker than it took to charge.
Why cant women do renos? And how about a good saw that doesn't weigh a ton and still has the power to rip out several rooms and deck?
Anyone that is determined can do renovations. With regard to your question about saw weigh, generally speaking, the more powerful heavy-duty saws tend to weigh more because they have bigger motors and more heavy-duty parts. And the cordless saws typically weigh even more once you factor in the battery pack. As technology continues to advance, perhaps the companies will begin to make lighter saws.
Do you think they make these saws heavier than they need to be? I think you answered your own question