For anyone who already owns compatible batteries and wants a 5 in cordless saw for the least money.
Amazon $103.27The VEVOR 20V Portable Band Saw BW2111 (Bare Tool) rates 4.3 among cordless portable band saws; the JET 5 x 6 In. Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw HVBS-56 rates 2.6 among stationary ones. The VEVOR 20V Portable Band Saw BW2111 (Bare Tool) costs $831.72 less ($103.27 vs $934.99).
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A small-shop horizontal/vertical saw from a well-known brand.
Amazon $934.99Scores side by side
These two sit in different type classes (cordless portable and stationary), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own type peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | VEVOR 20V Portable Band Saw BW2111 (Bare Tool) | JET 5 x 6 In. Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw HVBS-56 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Price 25% | 98 $103.27 | 67 $934.99 |
| Capacity 20% | 100 5 in cutting capacity | 25 5 in cutting capacity |
| Power 15% | 27 up to 394 sfpm | 0 0.5 hp motor |
| Features 30% | 100 brushless motor, variable speed, work light | 35 vertical mode, automatic shut-off |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| VEVOR 20V Portable Band Saw BW2111 (Bare Tool) | JET 5 x 6 In. Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw HVBS-56 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Cutting capacity | 5 in | 5 in round, 6 in wide |
| Blade speed | 0 to 394 sfpm | - |
| Variable speed | Yes | - |
| Vertical mode | - | Yes |
| Motor and power | ||
| Motor | 20 V battery | 0.5 hp |
| Brushless motor | Yes | - |
| Automatic shut-off | - | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Work light | Yes | - |
| Weight | 13.1 lb | 115 lb |