A budget compact saw for Milwaukee M18 battery owners; buy a blade with it.
Amazon $125.99The AUTOJARE 2-1/5 In. Cordless Band Saw (Milwaukee Battery) is the better band saw overall, rated 3.6 to 3.2. The AUTOJARE 2-1/5 In. Cordless Band Saw (Milwaukee Battery) leads on features and price. The Milwaukee M12 FUEL Compact Band Saw 2529-20 wins on capacity. The AUTOJARE 2-1/5 In. Cordless Band Saw (Milwaukee Battery) costs $103.01 less ($125.99 vs $229).
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For electricians and plumbers who cut small stock overhead and want the lightest option on 12 V batteries.
Amazon $229Which should you buy?
- Choose the AUTOJARE 2-1/5 In. Cordless Band Saw (Milwaukee Battery) for features (brushless motor, variable speed, work light vs work light) and price ($125.99 vs $229).
- Choose the Milwaukee M12 FUEL Compact Band Saw 2529-20 for capacity (2.5 in cutting capacity vs 2.2 in cutting capacity).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every cordless portable band saw; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | AUTOJARE 2-1/5 In. Cordless Band Saw (Milwaukee Battery) | Milwaukee M12 FUEL Compact Band Saw 2529-20 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Price 25% | 88 $125.99 | 57 $229 |
| Capacity 20% | 7 2.2 in cutting capacity | 17 2.5 in cutting capacity |
| Power 15% | 50 blade speed not published (neutral score used) | 77 up to 570 sfpm |
| Features 30% | 100 brushless motor, variable speed, work light | 30 work light |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| AUTOJARE 2-1/5 In. Cordless Band Saw (Milwaukee Battery) | Milwaukee M12 FUEL Compact Band Saw 2529-20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Cutting capacity | 2.2 in | 2.5 in |
| Blade speed | - | Up to 570 sfpm |
| Variable speed | Yes | - |
| Motor and power | ||
| Motor | 18 V battery | 12 V battery |
| Brushless motor | Yes | - |
| Features | ||
| Work light | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | - | 6 lb |
| Warranty | - | 5 years |
