Ecarke 20V 2-1/2 In. Cordless Band Saw (DeWalt Battery)
A budget compact saw for DeWalt battery owners.
Amazon $130.99$130.99
The Ecarke 20V 2-1/2 In. Cordless Band Saw (DeWalt Battery) is the better band saw overall, rated 3.9 to 3.0. The Ecarke 20V 2-1/2 In. Cordless Band Saw (DeWalt Battery) leads on features and price. The Ecarke 20V 2-1/2 In. Cordless Band Saw (DeWalt Battery) costs $118.01 less ($130.99 vs $249).
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.
Bosch 18V Compact Band Saw GCB18V-2N
#17 in Cordless portableFull review
A light 18V compact saw for overhead and tight-space cuts, backed by a five-year warranty.
Amazon $249$249
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Ecarke 20V 2-1/2 In. Cordless Band Saw (DeWalt Battery) for features (brushless motor, variable speed, work light vs work light) and price ($130.99 vs $249).
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 | Ecarke 20V 2-1/2 In. Cordless Band Saw (DeWalt Battery) | Bosch 18V Compact Band Saw GCB18V-2N |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Price 25% | 86 $130.99 | 53 $249 |
| Capacity 20% | 17 2.5 in cutting capacity | 17 2.5 in cutting capacity |
| Power 15% | 94 up to 630 sfpm | 50 blade speed not published (neutral score used) |
| 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
| Ecarke 20V 2-1/2 In. Cordless Band Saw (DeWalt Battery) | Bosch 18V Compact Band Saw GCB18V-2N | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Cutting capacity | 2.5 in | 2.5 in |
| Blade speed | Up to 630 sfpm | - |
| Variable speed | Yes | - |
| Motor and power | ||
| Motor | 20 V battery | 18 V battery |
| Brushless motor | Yes | - |
| Features | ||
| Work light | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 10.9 lb | 7.3 lb |
| Warranty | - | 5 years |