A budget compact saw for DeWalt battery owners.
Amazon $130.99The Ecarke 20V 2-1/2 In. Cordless Band Saw (DeWalt Battery) is the better band saw overall, rated 3.9 to 3.6. The Ecarke 20V 2-1/2 In. Cordless Band Saw (DeWalt Battery) leads on price and power. The DeWalt 20V MAX XR Band Saw DCS378B wins on capacity. The Ecarke 20V 2-1/2 In. Cordless Band Saw (DeWalt Battery) costs $217 less ($130.99 vs $347.99).
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A mid-size cordless saw for conduit, pipe and strut work where a deep cut is not needed.
Amazon $347.99Which should you buy?
- Choose the Ecarke 20V 2-1/2 In. Cordless Band Saw (DeWalt Battery) for price ($130.99 vs $347.99) and power (up to 630 sfpm vs up to 570 sfpm).
- Choose the DeWalt 20V MAX XR Band Saw DCS378B for capacity (3.4 in cutting capacity vs 2.5 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 | Ecarke 20V 2-1/2 In. Cordless Band Saw (DeWalt Battery) | DeWalt 20V MAX XR Band Saw DCS378B |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Price 25% | 86 $130.99 | 36 $347.99 |
| Capacity 20% | 17 2.5 in cutting capacity | 46 3.4 in cutting capacity |
| Power 15% | 94 up to 630 sfpm | 77 up to 570 sfpm |
| Features 30% | 100 brushless motor, variable speed, work light | 100 brushless motor, variable speed, work light |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Ecarke 20V 2-1/2 In. Cordless Band Saw (DeWalt Battery) | DeWalt 20V MAX XR Band Saw DCS378B | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Cutting capacity | 2.5 in | 3.4 in |
| Blade speed | Up to 630 sfpm | Up to 570 sfpm |
| Variable speed | Yes | Yes |
| Motor and power | ||
| Motor | 20 V battery | 20 V battery |
| Brushless motor | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Work light | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 10.9 lb | 10.8 lb |
