What it is: A handheld circular saw powered by a rechargeable battery, used for straight cuts in wood and sheet materials.

What it helps with: Quick, clean cuts without needing a power outlet, ideal for mobility and convenience on job sites or home projects.

Compared to others: Less powerful than the corded version, but offers excellent flexibility and ease of use for lighter work.

Best for: DIYers, carpenters, or anyone needing portable cutting for wood and boards.

What it is: A mains-powered circular saw designed for continuous, powerful straight cutting through various materials.

What it helps with: Heavy-duty cutting with stable performance, especially on thick timber or dense boards.

Compared to others: More powerful than cordless models but limited by the need for a nearby outlet.

Best for: Contractors and woodworkers handling large, repeated cutting jobs.

What it is: A battery-powered saw with a narrow blade that moves up and down for detailed, curved, or intricate cuts.

What it helps with: Freehand cutting in wood, plastic, or light metals without being tethered to a power source.

Compared to others: More flexible than corded jigsaws but with shorter runtime and slightly less cutting strength.

Best for: Hobbyists, repair work, and portable precision cutting.

What it is: An electric jigsaw plugged into mains power for steady, continuous cutting with a vertical blade motion.

What it helps with: Making precise curves, shapes, and detailed cuts, especially in thicker materials.

Compared to others: Offers stronger, longer-lasting performance than the cordless version but requires a power outlet.

Best for: Furniture makers, installers, or anyone doing frequent curved cuts.

What it is: A compact reciprocating saw with a straight blade, designed for use in tight or awkward spaces.

What it helps with: Precision demolition, plunge cutting, or trimming in confined areas where other saws won’t fit.

Compared to others: Smaller and lighter than full-sized reciprocating saws, with more control but less cutting power.

Best for: Maintenance workers, plumbers, and DIYers needing a compact cutting tool.

What it is: A battery-powered saw that uses a back-and-forth blade motion to cut through wood, metal, and plastic.

What it helps with: Rough cuts and demolition work where freedom of movement is important.

Compared to others: Easier to maneuver than the corded version but offers less power for demanding tasks.

Best for: DIY demolition, pruning, or cutting in hard-to-reach places.

What it is: A plug-in reciprocating saw offering consistent, high power for tough materials and extended use.

What it helps with: Cutting through nails, pipes, and wood during demolition or renovation work.

Compared to others: Heavier and more powerful than cordless models.

Best for: Construction professionals doing heavy-duty demolition or renovation.

What it is: A stationary saw with a downward-cutting abrasive disc, used for making 90° cuts in metal or hard materials.

What it helps with: Fast, clean straight cuts in pipes, bars, and steel frames.

Compared to others: Unlike a mitre saw, it doesn’t tilt or bevel; it’s built purely for tough straight cuts in metal.

Best for: Welders, metal fabricators, and construction workers cutting steel and aluminum.

What it is: A bench-mounted saw with a circular blade that rises from a flat surface, used for long, straight cuts.

What it helps with: Fast, precise ripping and cross-cutting of large wood sheets and boards.

Compared to others: More accurate and stable than handheld saws but requires more space.

Best for: Cabinetmakers, carpenters, and workshop users needing speed and repeatable cuts.

What it is: A fixed-blade saw that pivots side-to-side to make angled and straight cuts with high precision.

What it helps with: Cutting trim, molding, frames, and other angled wood pieces.

Compared to others: Offers angled and bevel cuts that a chop saw or circular saw can’t do.

Best for: Finish carpenters, flooring installers, and anyone making frames or corners.

What it is: A motorized saw with a rotating chain blade designed to cut through logs, branches, and tree trunks.

What it helps with: Outdoor cutting tasks such as tree felling, pruning, and firewood preparation.

Compared to others: Not suitable for construction materials, built for raw cutting in nature.

Best for: Gardeners, landscapers, and forestry workers.

What it is: A heavy-duty saw with a diamond blade, used for cutting through brick, concrete, tiles, and stone.

What it helps with: Clean, powerful cuts in dense, abrasive materials often found in construction.

Compared to others: Far more durable than wood saws; never use on timber or soft materials.

Best for: Tilers, masons, and contractors working with hard surfaces.

What it is: A high-speed saw using an abrasive disc to slice through metal, concrete, and asphalt.

What it helps with: Fast cutting in construction or roadwork, particularly for hard materials.

Compared to others: More rugged than a chop saw and often handheld; used where portability and cutting strength are critical.

Best for: Road crews, builders, and industrial metalworkers.

What it is: A range of specialized saws designed for niche or precision tasks in construction, finishing, and installation. This includes tools like plunge saws for accurate panel work, wall chasers for cutting cable channels, alligator saws for block materials, and dust-free saws for cleaner indoor cutting.

What it helps with: Each tool addresses a specific need that standard saws can't handle as efficiently — whether it’s cutting soft concrete blocks without crumbling, making perfect mid-panel cuts, or working indoors without dust pollution.

Compared to others: These saws are more purpose-built and less versatile than general saws like circular or reciprocating saws but excel in their unique roles with higher safety, control, or cleanliness.

Best for: Professionals and serious DIYers needing tools tailored for precision, cleanliness, or special materials in tasks like cabinetry, electrical work, or lightweight construction.