VEVOR 20V Portable Band Saw BW2111 (Bare Tool)
For anyone who already owns compatible batteries and wants a 5 in cordless saw for the least money.
Amazon $103.27$103.27
The VEVOR 20V Portable Band Saw BW2111 (Bare Tool) is the better band saw overall, rated 4.3 to 3.0. The VEVOR 20V Portable Band Saw BW2111 (Bare Tool) leads on features, price and capacity. The Makita 18V LXT Portable Band Saw XBP02Z wins on power. The VEVOR 20V Portable Band Saw BW2111 (Bare Tool) costs $326.01 less ($103.27 vs $429.28).
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Makita 18V LXT Portable Band Saw XBP02Z
#15 in Cordless portableFull review
For Makita LXT owners who want a full-size cordless cut with a speed dial.
Amazon $429.28$429.28
Which should you buy?
- Choose the VEVOR 20V Portable Band Saw BW2111 (Bare Tool) for features (brushless motor, variable speed, work light vs variable speed), price ($103.27 vs $429.28) and capacity (5 in cutting capacity vs 4.8 in cutting capacity).
- Choose the Makita 18V LXT Portable Band Saw XBP02Z for power (up to 530 sfpm vs up to 394 sfpm).
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 | VEVOR 20V Portable Band Saw BW2111 (Bare Tool) | Makita 18V LXT Portable Band Saw XBP02Z |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Price 25% | 98 $103.27 | 25 $429.28 |
| Capacity 20% | 100 5 in cutting capacity | 92 4.8 in cutting capacity |
| Power 15% | 27 up to 394 sfpm | 66 up to 530 sfpm |
| Features 30% | 100 brushless motor, variable speed, work light | 30 variable speed |
| 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) | Makita 18V LXT Portable Band Saw XBP02Z | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Cutting capacity | 5 in | 4.8 in |
| Blade speed | 0 to 394 sfpm | 275 to 530 sfpm |
| Variable speed | Yes | Yes |
| Motor and power | ||
| Motor | 20 V battery | 18 V battery |
| Brushless motor | Yes | - |
| Features | ||
| Work light | Yes | - |
| Weight | 13.1 lb | 15 lb |