Milwaukee M18 FUEL Super Sawzall Vs Metabo HPT MultiVolt 36-Volt Recip Saw & Dewalt FlexVolt 60-Volt

[@FixthisCD]

you were the only youtube tester that actually used the orbital switch. kudos

[@hongfayianprayong7166]

*A great tool **MyBest.Tools** compact & powerful.*

[@d.beaumont9157]

I'm on the Makita platform. Over the last 12 years I've had 3 Makita reciprocating saws. This last one brushless, amazing improvement. We really cane our saws. Cutting 3inch diameter steel wired cables and heavy switch gear. It would give these 3 a run for their money.

[@jonathanzamora39]

I would love to buy into the HPT line. Lifetime warranty, IP rating on their impacts/drivers, and I can use an AC adapter. Every video you guys put out makes me consider them more! Lol great video!

[@WorkshopAddict]

The ONLY items I dislike about Metabo HPT is the buttons on the tools. I can get over that.

[@vojnikjna30]

Lifetime warranty on the batteries not the tools.

[@paulbiagi6224]

@@vojnikjna30 Lifetime on the tools, 2 years on the batteries

[@hardygeoff159]

I freaking love them , I was using the 18v and with clearances I got the 36v skil saw for 99 bux and the adaptors for 40 bux apiece bought 2 then just now bought the Sawzall for 99 and I've got no complaints in fact I love them , oh I got lucky and bought the hammer drill with charger and 2 of the big 8ah batteries which r 4ah 36v but needless to say I bought 2 of those sets, so I'm bought in the the hpt all the way but everything I've bought has been on clearance and honestly a he'll of a deal

[@J.Wick.]

@@WorkshopAddict i can agree with that. particularly if the tool has a fwd/rev selector. however, I think the Metabo HPT triggers usually make up for that. They have the best feeling triggers to me, easiest to modulate. Love the channel sir.

[@benjaminromshak9904]

HIKOKI!!! Great test Sir!! Thank you for bringing out the Metabo HPT!

[@WorkshopAddict]

You bet!

[@surfdogvacationrentals5207]

Bought the Metabo from Lowes last week for 179 with free battery and charger promo. It's terrific and for the money and with the warranty it's a bargain. Bought the rear handle circular also. Used it two days and I found myself grabbing it over a regular milwaukee circular. Great tools for the money.

[@centurionhomeinspectionsin2253]

I have the super Sawsall and it’s a beast. It’s actually too powerful for some jobs. Ended using the hacksall instead to cut some 1x3 steel tube because the sawsall bit to hard

[@KeyCarist]

Your channel sold me on Metabo-HPT. I was between them and Milwaukee. Price to performance I feel Metabo wins. Milwaukee takes the prize in performance typically but for what I need it for Metabo offers a fantastic product. Between the battery promotion Metabo is running and lowe’s buy more save more promotion with Metabo it was a no brainer and I gotta say I’m really happy with my choice. Thanks for showing the products off so I could have the confidence to make the purchase.

[@WorkshopAddict]

Great to hear!

[@benjaminromshak9904]

Man I’ve got two Godzilla’s (Metabo HPT Multivolt Recip) and they are both just straight creatures, no matter what the material. Love that saw!!

[@baseballdude8491]

Right with ya brother--many fanboys of other colors are missing out

[@GreenmarkBuilders]

I just purchased the Metabo 36v yesterday. I really think the choice is based on your current battery platform. Great video btw

[@baseballdude8491]

I use my Metabo HPT vs my Milwaukee when I have a big job+ I have used it with AC adapter when near poeer- this will save lifetime battery life as well

[@WorkshopAddict]

We do the same. When we have the chance to go corded, we normally do. It is hard to carry enough batteries and also make sure they all get charged.

[@baseballdude8491]

@@WorkshopAddict What's crazy about many of the youtube comments is that the MIlwaukee fanboys(which I am when it fits) are now worse than the old Dewalt Fanboys that I used to shake my head when they wouldn't try Milwaukee or other brands--I notice you guys have plenty of Milwaukee products as do I-but when there is a better tool, especially the Metabo HPT 36V line that gives me more options, flexibility, and longevity on their tools, I get them(simple as that) All in Fanboys just miss out on some great tools

[@WorkshopAddict]

@@baseballdude8491 Number one rule. Marry your self to the best tool for the job, not to one battery platform.

[@gabriellessard1152]

I like how we throw them after each use lol

[@Xoars]

I don't

[@Martian74]

I wouldn't let this guy touch my tools, he just doesn't care for them enough. He can wreck his own tools though.

[@Xoars]

@@Martian74 exactly

[@tacticalplumbingsystems5204]

Not me, I hate how people throw tools after they were useful for their task.

[@Kbm1611]

Haters hate

[@johndessoye]

i got the Metabo. Very happy

[@bombxreviews3261]

Love Metabo HPT! Hope they push their products more, keep coming out with new stuff, and stay around.. especially stay in big box stores so we at least know their sales are doing good!

[@ThePoxo123]

After this video, I would choose the one that weights less, and I feel more comfortable with. Time deference to cut between these is minimum.

[@robd3061]

Great review. I'm a Milwaukee guy, but it seemed like the Metabo transmitted a bit less vibration.

[@WorkshopAddict]

I was watching that also, but I have to say judging vibs on large wood connected to the jawhorse is hard because of the flex. Lots of varibales.

[@0nemoa]

It’s crazy that the Metabo is still the number one as far as power, speed, control and comfort. I honestly didnt think that would be the case over 3 years later now. But damn Metabo truely does have the ball in this court, as well as with impact drivers and oscillating multi tools. And of course they’re nailers. Honestly they are doing fantastic in just about every category. Especially sub compact, it’s insane having a driver and drill that feel like they could be children’s toys due to the size and weight and then use them and realize how much better they are than the old craftsman huge drills from 10 or 15 years ago. My dad still has one of those drills and he is blown away by my tools. He doesn’t understand how he can be using one all day and the battery doesn’t drop a bar, and if it did under very heavy use it would only take about an hour to charge from zero to full. Things have come so far in such little time. That’s why it’s so nice to see something like the Metabo HPT 36v UVP blow everything else out of the water. And you think wow this thing is like 5 years old soon. And the other company’s are only now in 2024 just catching up to making something as well made as the Metabo Recip saw. But if you look, you will notice that the only brands are simply giving in and copying the design as close they can. Which is something they should have done from the start. Even with that you still can’t beat the Metabo. Especially in the 36V category, he’ll even the 40v.

[@reynaldovalle1773]

hello Bryan which is the one that has the less vibration for homeowners. because I have arthritis in my shoulders but I had a Ryobi and it gave out after 4 yrs. God bless you and EVERYONE.

[@WorkshopAddict]

IMHO, these are not home owner units. Ryobi is probably the worst for home owner vibs. Milwaukee is probably where to be, just buy the model that is NOT the FUEL. That one will be priced right for you and give you all the power you need to do stuff around your home.

[@benjaminromshak9904]

Reynaldo Valle I’ve got two of the Metabo HPT’s and have run the old Flexvolt and the Fuel Super sawzall. The Metabo HPT in my eyes jus barely beats out the Milwaukee, but its close enough to where if you are already on the platform, go with the one you’re already on. Makita’s LXT X2 top of the line Recip has great vibration control as well. If I rated the 4 based on my experience I’d say team teal for 1st, team green 2nd best vibration, team red for third and team yellow for 4th.

[@reynaldovalle1773]

@@WorkshopAddict Bryan I don't use it too much around the house just for certain things I'm not looking for power or anything like that but one that has like the lease vibration that you can just tell me I don't hold you to anything I just want to know which one you think that has the least vibration thank you please let me know

[@wrenchesrides]

@@reynaldovalle1773 None of the ones above is the ones I would recommend. Drop down to the low-end Milwaukee. Ben R above has some good recommendations also, but he is talking higher end stuff.

[@reynaldovalle1773]

@@wrenchesrides Ok thank you GODBLESS EVERYONE

[@makingithappen4308]

Probably looking at battery lines people have. Can’t really go wrong with any of the 3. Metabo hot is probably the least popular

[@Jay-sg2ww]

Milwaukee's first test was 11:27 not 10:27. Knew you were on Milwaukees payroll. 😁. Wonder how long my M12 Fuel hackzall would take to cut that 6x6? Appreciate the vid.

[@WorkshopAddict]

I screwed up the notes... Sorry. I will try more when we get to a day when it is not so cold

[@Wroom90]

Hikoki/Metabo HPT is the most powerful sawzall I've used. I don't think I've tried neither of the other two models. I have a Bosch GSA 18v-32 which I think is decent, but the Metabo HPT is much more powerful! At the end of it all you really got to think about weight vs power. Power could in this instance maybe be okay with less weight if you consider demolition and having the weight above your chest.

[@rdeh1678]

Did you notice , that when he was using the Metaboo his arms were not shaking , compared to the other two

[@johnkedah8432]

I just buy Hikoki/metabo cr36da recip saw 1month ago ..faster cutting 12inch tree & very powerfull..less vibration..i love it..plan to buy another one soon for pruning project

[@crbake]

Thx for the video Brian I have the metabo great saw but the blade release needs an improvement.

[@WorkshopAddict]

Super Sawzall is no different.

[@isiah_montoya9701]

Recently started to see the Lowe’s close to the house carryin metabo

[@henryk1031]

So what’s the purpose of orbital action?

[@WorkshopAddict]

Helps to cut wood faster by moving the blade is somewhat of a circular fashion. Same logic behind the curved blades you can buy.

[@raminieminen2955]

I never care for orbital action in recip saws, as I find to make the tool vibrate a lot more, therefore making it more difficult to control. I think these kind of tests should also include cutting steel as it is more solid material than wood which has all the knots and twists in it. I have the old DeWalt DCS380 and I am happy with it. I just bought a new one after using my first one for five years and then donating it, with my old cordless drill and a cordless grinder and some batteries, to my volunteer fire department. I like that model so much because it weighs way less than any of the models tested here, and it has all the power I need for a recip saw. The only things missing are a brushless motor and anti vibration.

[@loucifer323]

All three are beast which one is the lightest that's what I look at now I'm getting old 12volt is my speed now

[@donnysanner342]

Excellent non biased review...these saws continue to improve and are breaking ground in many categories that were unheard of not so long ago. I got a good deal on the Milwaukee super sawzall so I bought thinking this would be the end all be all....well not really. It's a beast if you need a lot of power... however I find myself grabbing the regular m18 fuel sawzall most of the time....all of that power is nice but my arms and shoulders convince be otherwise at the end of the day. Great video brother...

[@WorkshopAddict]

Right tool for the right job. Using the Super all the time is like driving a one ton dually to the grocery store for a gallon of milk every day.

[@donnysanner342]

@@WorkshopAddict indeed

[@MarcusAnything1]

I prefer the regular fuel sawzall also. I like the blade change better. Burn my fingers on those type the super sawzall uses. And it's easier to handle, maneuver. Use it one-handed sometimes.

[@brianf9619]

I know this doesn't sound right but the orbital didn't seem to help much against the Dewalt. People are going to buy a saw based on what platform they are on , but it's nice to see how your tool stacks up against the competition, me personally I really like the new Dewalt Power Detect line . Great Video... Stay Safe ...😷 🖖

[@WorkshopAddict]

Brian, I agree and working alone it is hard to see times. I should have come home, looked at the video and some more testing. Orbital does do more on smaller wood and on the 6x6. But you are right, the PD line is awesome and some bag on it because it lacks a few features. I like it too.

[@justinjrebbert]

If I don’t have any professional or frequent need for this kind of tool, and my other tools are DeWalt, is there any reason to get one of the other brands and have an odd battery, or am I better to just stick with DeWalt for the convenience of the same batteries?

[@WorkshopAddict]

No, these are pro saws and really way too much for use on smaller jobs IMHO. Stick with what you have if it works for you.

[@justinjrebbert]

WorkshopAddict I don’t have any recip saw now, but I’m not one to buy a lesser model from a brand.

[@WorkshopAddict]

@@justinjrebbert the power detect is an awesome 20 volt saw

[@JeffreyWillis800]

Got the Metabo 36V today for $80 from someone selling one that looked brand new.

[@kylemcgill9146]

Well that totally didn't fall out of the back of a truck.... Lol

[@dokmanian]

I am all Dewalt tools including sawzall but I also have Metabo sawzall and love it from years ago when I started in construction and was looking on a tool platform to get into I went with DeWalt just because every store sells it from Sears, HD, Lowes, Ace, True value and even some small mom and pop hardware stores you never know at a job when need to get new tool and love Dewalt. Great video stay safe

[@ianmcfadden6900]

Could you do a review and head to head with the 3 of these makes in the Sds max I'm in the process of buying one and would love to hear your thoughts on these.

[@WorkshopAddict]

We will see what we can do!

[@akesha4138]

The smoothest operation of almost any recip saw is the older Ridgid GenX-4. When I demonstrate Milwaukee Fuel VS Ridgid GenX-4 everyone is shocked by how much quieter, smoother and so much less vibration with the Ridgid. Milwaukee fuel by comparison almost vibrates out of your hands and is so noisy you need hearing protection. With tools the excess noise and vibration is wasted energy, sucking the battery down faster.

[@jmahtab]

What kind of sawhorse is that? Looks really useful.

[@WorkshopAddict]

It is a Jawhorse. Lots of companies make them.

[@JoshTheElectric]

This was a great video. Thanks for doing it. I forgot my milwaukee has an adjustable shoe lol

[@leroyjenkins9623]

I have the metabo recip saw definitely powerful and less vibration one issue I have with the saw is the orbital action lever will vibrate loose while cutting in straight mode and switch to orbital in the middle of your cut would expect more for the price of it. Also the customer service for warranty repair is not the greatest nor do they have the fastest turnaround on getting your tool back in my experience. Side note I got this tool for free during a sale so I cant be to upset about it not having the best build quality.

[@Jarco101]

Bryan ... you just made it to difficult to say no to that Metabo HPT

[@Stevej2013]

Very good showing mate. Cheers

[@WorkshopAddict]

Thanks 👍

[@loucifer323]

I use to have a corded Porter Cable tiger saw with orbital hated it on orbital your hands would get numb from using it on orbital

[@seancarley9871]

I like when you throw the tools, nice

[@alexandersmith6790]

That’s what I noticed 😂

[@djjinerson]

The dewalt is just like my. Milwaukee fuel recip minus the rafter hook

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Good demonstration

[@DixieNormous1]

I ordered the Metabo and their impact, have 2 DeWalt recips now and their sloooooow. Got the Metabo occilating tool also and it's way more powerful than DeWalt &has a auto speed

[@jasonmartin9393]

I like the milwaukee saw i have a fuel sawzall it last in hard jobs

[@loucifer323]

Your right the Metabo definitely sounded the weakest, but after seeing the orbital only being a second faster not a deal breaker, that said all three same league I'm in the Dewalt platform so it's Dewalt but I'd go with the 20v power detect because it's so close in power and lighter , another great review its amazing how knot just slows a cut down you can hear the difference once you get past it

[@kingofthecrease30]

i would go with milwaukee cuz it whooped dewalt again by cutting faster 😂😂👍

[@loucifer323]

@@kingofthecrease30 without orbital they cut same time and its two pounds lighter with a shorter stroke length and 150 dollars cheaper for saw with orbital that cuts less than a second faster

[@andreozzii]

just figured id let you know its called orbital mode not called oscillation mode

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Great video brian

[@shane.t.188]

Great upload Brian Godbless brother 🤜🤛🙏

[@WorkshopAddict]

Thank you kindly

[@airfoemoe]

Metabo HPT saw is a fawking monster.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

I have the flexvolt as well as the super sawzall and my opinion the flexvolt needs orbital as well as a adjustable shoe and the problem is dewalt didn't add it to any of the flexvolt models not even there 20v models the metabo and Milwaukee will always be better then the dewalt models because dewalt don't care about adding features that customers want

[@loucifer323]

The thing is I've been on many jobsites and I've never seen anyone myself included use a rafter hook or use the adjustable shoe nobody uses them

[@OUTILSCLIPSQC]

I love the dewalt its so powerfull !!

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Amazing how much faster the Metabo is compared to the Milwaukee

[@johngardea625]

Heres my theory Milwaukees super sawzall has alot more torque then any other sawzall, but less blade speed than others. Even on speed 5. Just a theory.

[@DanielGomez-cf6vk]

I’m wearing the Milwaukee no days sweater as well everyday love my Milwaukee super sawzall!

[@4thewinak]

The makita 18x2 is actually better than all 3. It’s my goto for large jobs.

[@rdeh1678]

Metaboo hpt always , as for bang for the buck as metabo is just as good if not better but half the cost , lifetime warranty, and with the 36volt line you can use it corded as well.

[@joshual2397]

2nd run on metabo. Why did you flip post over to an even BIGGER knot? You should of ran it through after last Milwaukee run. You literally have metabo testing in the most strenuous cut per your "test" each and every time.. Would like to know your reasoning behind this and how the results accumulated to an accurate outcome. I'll wait....

[@jesusmdelacruz1]

I’m gonna Team Red on this one. I’m on both dewalt and Milwaukee platforms, so for me it just doesn’t make sense for me to go to Metabos platform. Their tools are Beast tho, definitely something to consider in the future.

[@mikemorgan5015]

Like the circ saw test. We see what we need to see. All good saws. Metabo looks to be every bit as good a saw, if not better than the Milwaukee. Can't see 2 seconds here or there being a big deal. If time is that critical, get a chainsaw for the 6x6 and larger. Pruning blades in big stuff helps too. Deep cuts need deep gullets. With regular blades, chip removal rears its ugly head and can nearly stop them cold if you don't ease up or rock it just right. Especially in that sappy heart wood. None of these are so much better to justify going "out of battery platform" to get IMHO. Odd that Dewalt hasn't got oscillating mode, though. Saw worked fine regardless. And the test looked righteous. Good video!

[@nuclearexplosion5841]

If you pay for orbital on a saw you paid for it. Yes it makes them better but dewalt doesn't have it so that's a fault of the saw

[@WorkshopAddict]

That's true.

[@LaSombraK7]

Yo queria ver esta pelea.

[@Jack_The_Biker]

Milwaukee wasn't 10.27 it was 11.27 for the first cut

[@WorkshopAddict]

SOB. Did I put in in the description wrong or edit the video wrong? SORRY!

[@Jack_The_Biker]

@@WorkshopAddict in the video

[@WorkshopAddict]

Sorry, I found it. Not sure how that happened. Trying so hard to get a timer that is correct and I screw up on a final number. figures.

[@lifeisahaze120]

So glad you switched to orbital towards the end, you kept saying oscillating and it was driving me nuts.

[@BigDaddysGarage]

The super sawzall has been on my list for quite a while now.

[@kblack1262]

Its not good

[@BigDaddysGarage]

@@kblack1262 got it bout a month ago. Love it so far.

[@johngardea625]

@@kblack1262 it is good that tells me you never used it. Shut up and stop assuming it sucks.

[@kblack1262]

@@johngardea625 I use a saw everyday for I prefer a regular fuel over the super saw. I had the super saw for less than a year and it broke. It started with batteries rattling so bad it made the saw stop. I had to zip tie my batteries on.

[@johngardea625]

@@kblack1262 Hmm? You must have gotten a bad one then? I had mine for like a year and a half, and I do ATON of work with it, and It still runs amazingly. One time I accidentally dropped it from 2 stories, and the battery did not fall out nor did the saw break. I still run good.

[@solarman6873]

gr8 vid hav both milwaukee/matabo hpt 36v cntr/cty philly handeeman- keepup the rockshow

[@joeframer9642]

Awesome video. Great disclaimer. Rob with his controlled jerry rigged apparatus to test tools is a joke, besides Milwaukee wins every test he does anyway. You should be a framer, you have common sense, like hidden knots that alter tests. We are all flexvolt for framing, still nothing better. But Milwaukee still makes the best sawzalls. I would say Makita AVT sawzalls are second best. Flexvolt gets the job done, but need orbital,it does help a lot. Fk the haters, I trust your videos they’re a good source of added information when buying products. Always like your channel, honest, hardworking, common sense tool reviews. Buy American 👍🇺🇸..fk China.

[@WorkshopAddict]

Framed with my Grandfather when I was in my teens. It was fun because you had to think things through and each decision had an effect on something. Mad respect for construction workers as the job is so much more than building. Dealing with people from buyers to suppliers would be my downfall.

[@natekrabill7812]

Super sawzall all day.

[@raytepoletrejo5007]

I have no remorse spending 200 dollars for my green beast

[@jeffalan6339]

The saws must be either rentals or a coworker damn just throw them down.i treat mine like work of art I have milwaukee it is a beast little vibe plenty of power and speed

[@WorkshopAddict]

Contractors and employee's do not treat tools well so we beat them up to try to help people get an idea what they will take.

[@jeffalan6339]

@@WorkshopAddict I am a finish carpenter I treat my tools with respect. I saw you or another throw any tool I would let them know about it,unless is their own. I've seen many trades men none throw them, they hang or lay them down get to work. Even the younger lay them down I buy the best tool for the job, milwaukee some DeWalt,Bosch plunger router cost 400, Makita tools, I still have my DeWalt ciircular saw since 1993. Your co-workers might toss them around I've not seen any other

[@robdiv5848]

Metabo/Hikoki kick ASS!

[@danabenjamin3300]

3:46 metabo wins gets worse review/treatment 😅

[@muscleman369]

It's not oscillation mode... It's ORBITAL mode.

[@fernandoacevedo1495]

😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡 Por que esa forma tan vulgar de tirar las herramientas!!!! Así no se tratan las herramientas 🤦‍♂️

[@qusaiqarqaz5941]

Agreed 100%

[@islandcharlie7132]

Made my teeth chatter just watching.

[@WorkshopAddict]

These are powerful saws and they send some vibs!

[@nutz4gunz457]

Some things never change. Milwaukee makes the best recip saw, Dewalt makes the best drill, and Bosch makes the best Jigsaw.

[@johngardea625]

I can agree with that. 👍🏽

[@loucifer323]

Craftsman makes a brushless recip saw half the size of these and just as fast if not faster and half the price

[@moderngunguy3666]

his excuse for not using weights is the typical excuse a liar would use besides using weights or something like that would give you a more efficient scientific test so basically he's saying let's do it testing video the worst way possible LOL

[@LASTSAGI888]

Stop chucking the tools down

[@WorkshopAddict]

Why?

[@NemesisRTCW]

@@WorkshopAddict Because it makes you look like a douche.

[@johngardea625]

@@WorkshopAddict Well because you should treat your tools with respect.

[@JesusG90247]

Those blades are horrible ... 😂

[@johngardea625]

He needs some Diablo carbide or Lenox.

[@Nguyent2477]

R.I.P Dewalt 🤣

[@charlesvinch595]

Metabo

[@konamanstudio2447]

😷🍻🍺

[@markt7143]

Milwaukee on @ 2:53 said 11 sec. but U put time up as 10.27 U MUST be a Milwaukee Fan boy! Can't trust Ur test!!!

[@danabenjamin3300]

Binds the metabo on purpose too... lol

[@nvg1526]

Metabo is a faster saw but In tougher material Milwaukee has more power Then metabo