Ecarke 20V 2-1/2 In. Cordless Band Saw (DeWalt Battery) vs Milwaukee M12 FUEL Compact Band Saw 2529-20

Last updated: November 3, 2026

The Ecarke 20V 2-1/2 In. Cordless Band Saw (DeWalt Battery) is the better band saw overall, rated 3.9 to 3.2. The Ecarke 20V 2-1/2 In. Cordless Band Saw (DeWalt Battery) leads on features, price and power. The Ecarke 20V 2-1/2 In. Cordless Band Saw (DeWalt Battery) costs $98.01 less ($130.99 vs $229).

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Ecarke 20V 2-1/2 In. Cordless Band Saw (DeWalt Battery) vs Milwaukee M12 FUEL Compact Band Saw 2529-20

Which should you buy?

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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 weightEcarke 20V 2-1/2 In. Cordless Band Saw (DeWalt Battery)Milwaukee M12 FUEL Compact Band Saw 2529-20
Overall rating3.9/53.2/5
Price 25%86 $130.9957 $229
Capacity 20%17 2.5 in cutting capacity17 2.5 in cutting capacity
Power 15%94 up to 630 sfpm77 up to 570 sfpm
Features 30%100 brushless motor, variable speed, work light30 work light
Warranty 10%0 warranty not published, scored as none100 5-year warranty

Specifications

Ecarke 20V 2-1/2 In. Cordless Band Saw (DeWalt Battery)Milwaukee M12 FUEL Compact Band Saw 2529-20
Cutting
Cutting capacity2.5 in2.5 in
Blade speedUp to 630 sfpmUp to 570 sfpm
Variable speedYes-
Motor and power
Motor20 V battery12 V battery
Brushless motorYes-
Features
Work lightYesYes
Weight10.9 lb6 lb
Warranty-5 years

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