A low-cost 2.5 in cordless saw for people who already have Makita batteries.
Amazon $129.99
A mid-size cordless saw for conduit, pipe and strut work where a deep cut is not needed.
- 3.4 inCapacity
- 20 V batteryMotor
- Up to 570 sfpmBlade speed
- 10.8 lbWeight
Price checked November 3, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Lighter at 10.8 lb than the 5 in saws
- Trigger and dial speed control up to 570 sfpm
- 3-3/8 in capacity is well below the deep-cut saws
- Bare tool, so batteries and a charger cost extra
How it scores
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Specifications
| Model number | DCS378B |
|---|---|
| Cutting | |
| Cutting capacity | 3.4 in |
| Blade speed | Up to 570 sfpm |
| Variable speed | Yes |
| Motor and power | |
| Motor | 20 V battery |
| Brushless motor | Yes |
| Features | |
| Work light | Yes |
| Weight | 10.8 lb |
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