A corded portable band saw has a 10 or 11 amp motor and a 5 in deep cut, enough to go through steel pipe, tube and structural shapes all day without a battery to charge. Most weigh 14 to 18 lb on their own. Several budget models come with a removable bench base that swivels 0 to 45 degrees, which turns the saw into a small benchtop cutoff saw, but the base lowers the cutting capacity and raises the shipping weight to 28 to 33 lb.
Prices were last checked November 4, 2026. Product prices and availability are accurate as of that date and are subject to change; the price and availability shown on Amazon or the retailer's site at the time of purchase apply. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Full ranking 8
- PowerSmart Portable Band Saw PS3051#1 of 8Full review
A well-equipped budget saw with a base for both handheld and bench cutting.
Amazon $159.99$159.995 in10 A15 lb - Anbull Portable Band Saw with Removable Base#2 of 8Full review
A complete handheld-and-bench kit for the price of a bare maker-brand saw.
Amazon $189.99$189.995 in10 A33 lb - WEN 10-Amp Portable Band Saw 94396#3 of 8Full review
The budget pick for a home shop that cuts pipe and bar stock a few times a year.
Amazon $126.44$126.445 in10 A14.5 lb - DOVAMAN Portable Band Saw B120#4 of 8Full review
A budget handheld-and-bench saw; newer to the market, so check the seller.
Amazon $189.97$189.975 in10 A- - VEVOR Portable Band Saw with Removable Base 5 In.#5 of 8Full review
For a home shop that wants one saw to use handheld and on a bench.
Amazon $179.90$179.904.7 in10 A28.7 lb - MAXXT 5 In. Portable Band Saw with Aluminum Base#6 of 8Full review
For shops that want a base and wheels and are comfortable with a lesser-known brand.
Amazon $359.99$359.994.7 in10 A14 lb - VEVOR 5 In. Corded Portable Band Saw#7 of 8Full review
A budget saw for light use around the shop.
Amazon $119.90$119.904.7 in10 A15.8 lb - DeWalt Deep Cut Portable Band Saw DWM120#8 of 8Full review
A long-running jobsite saw for pipefitters and fabricators who want a proven tool.
Amazon $369.09$369.095 in10 A18 lb
