- Model: 2621-20/21/22
- Length: 19″
- Weight: 8.9 lbs
- Stroke Length: 1-1/8″
- Speed: 0-3,000 SPM
Milwaukee has come out with a new M18 cordless Sawzall reciprocating saw, model 2621. The new saw was designed to replace their previous brushed motor recip saw, model 2620, and offers a couple of updated features and capabilities.
Milwaukee says that their new cordless Sawzall represents a best in class solution in the brushed motor category, with their M18 FUEL Sawzall saw boasting best in class in the brushless category. To be fair, there aren’t any other brushless reciprocating saws for the FUEL Sawzall to compete with, but there are plenty of brushed motor recip saws.
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The new cordless Sawzall has a new inline cutting action that Milwaukee says provides more control and faster starts in metal. They also say that the new saw makes up to 30% faster cuts in key applications, and will deliver up to 50% more cuts per charge than competitive recip saws.
There’s a Quik-Lok blade clamp for tool-free blade changes, and built-in battery fuel gauge. The saw also features a slim front design and updated ergonomics for better control and comfort.
The new saw will be available as part of a (2) battery kit (2621-22), a (1) battery kit (2621-21), and as a bare tool (2621-20). The kits come with one or two M18 XC extended capacity Li-ion battery packs (3.0Ah), a multi-voltage charger, and a carrying case.
Pricing: $129 for the bare tool (2621-20), $229 for the 1-battery kit (2621-21), $329 for the 2-battery kit (2621-22)
ETA: Starting around mid-Feb 2015 (subject to change)
First Thoughts
While the new saw doesn’t seem very exciting, it’s nice to see that Milwaukee cares about updating their brushed motor cordless tools.
It’s interesting to see that the new saw is slightly longer and about a pound heavier than its predecessor (model 2620), which is said to be 17-3/4″ long and weighing 7.9 lbs. The new saw is also a little slower, with a 3,000 SPM cutting speed vs. 3,200 for the previous saw. So essentially, it’s a new saw with a new motor and/or gearbox, new ergonomics, and new drive mechanism.
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adam
I thought I misread something re guarding the specs while I was trying to research what was new about this saw. I thought it was a typo that it was longer & heavier, but I guess I do know how to read.
While trying to compare, this & the new drills/drivers announced, I was thinking it would be nice to have a chart for all of the drills, maybe impact drivers too, that Milwaukee makes, both M18 & M12 comparing specs such as weight, length, torque, rpm. After the announcement of the compact brush-less, my new tool choice became that much more difficult to figure out.
Stuart
I’ll keep that in mind, thanks!
I did something similar for Bosch and Dewalt drills and drivers a few years back – https://14cyiuhvcgv.com/bosch-18v-cordless-drill-hammer-drill-driver-comparison-guide/%3C/a%3E , https://14cyiuhvcgv.com/dewalt-20v-max-cordless-drill-hammer-drill-driver-comparison-guide/%3C/a%3E .
There are two reasons I’m hesitant to do that again. First, when new models come out, the information goes out of date real fast. Second, those posts were never really popular. It’s also a lot of work, as many brands don’t reveal full specs for all tools, such as length and weight, making it a hassle to chase them down for official numbers.
Still, I’ll keep the idea in mind. It might work into a new feature I’m already working on.
mp
Do it in something like a Google doc. Update with new releases, deprecate old stuff when it’s mostly off the market and move it to an “archive” sheet. It’s a lot less work to make incremental changes.
mp
And by google doc I mean spreadsheet.
Stuart
I’ll see what I can do, but it probably won’t be via Google Docs.
I toyed around with Google Docs-based lists before – https://14cyiuhvcgv.com/reference-guyd/%3C/a%3E a long, long time ago (2009).
While I would like to create a comparison engine where two tools could be selected from drop-down menus and viewed side-by-side, that might prove to be too complicated.
I’ll work on something, maybe this weekend if I can spare the time.
adam
thanks for thinking about it at least. I was hoping for more simple too, nothing beyond the stated specs.
If HD comparison tool had the right info, that would work, but it seems they never have ALL the correct specs on their page. Often it seems they tend to use box size specs rather than the tool size
Stuart
Yup. If it’s not a spec that a brand is proud of, they sometimes won’t mention it in any of their press, product, or marketing materials.
mp
If I was doing it (and I’m not, because I’ve made a brand decision), I’d make a category it’s own sheet (impact drivers, drills, circ saws) and it would stay more manageable. I can’t see there being more than 50 impact drivers out there from reasonably major brands. Better yet, allow community contributions to the data once it’s started.
John
Hmmm specs are different. They made a lot of changes to their durability and it looks more like a corded saw. I’ll stick with my fuel. Another tool for milwaukee. Granted it’s an update. Where you at dewalt? ( I’m sure I will get flack from biker dad and Chris)
Stuart
If you’re going to slam a brand, make sure to spell it correctly. =) You left out the w. Don’t worry, I had an extra one lying around to give you.
busf
This is all that the great Milwaukee Tools can muster up! Looks like they keep re-treading old tools with brushless motors. Doesn’t pass my sniff test for innovative.
Robert
I’ve always had a special place in my heart for the original “Sawzall.” There’s something about the original and my lack of anything but dependable service that has influenced my thinking. My issue is that mine is corded and I’ve used it often for tree pruning. I’ve always said that when they develop a cordless model with a run time for serious pruning, I’d be interested.
There’s only one thing besides losing the cord that I would also change. If I was purchasing a new one, I wouldn’t consider anything but a model with orbital action. I’ve determined that to be more than a minor consideration. Mine has been virtually trouble free, but I would’ve definitely appreciated it more if it included orbital action. I’ve used both, and it makes a substantial difference.
That said, if the cordless models are anywhere close to the dependability of the corded versions, I’d buy one in a minute.
KL
I’ve done lots of limbing w my V28. The V28’s were just corded models with dovetails instead of a cord attachment.
joe
That’s because brushless isn’t doing that well a lot problems with them not working after being dropped,if brushless was so great why don’t they make corded brushless tools
adam
do you have a link to any info regarding this? I just bought (hours ago) a Milwaukee Fuel Impact/Hammer Drill Kit. Now it’s hard to argue with the price I paid, but I had been waiting to make the right decision, to only find out the bad info after I purchase. though I wouldn’t expect anything else with my luck.
Larson
Joe,
Someone named “Mike” had the same argument here –
https://14cyiuhvcgv.com/dewalt-20v-compact-reciprocating-saw-dcs387/%3C/a%3E%3C/p%3E
I would be very interested in more info around this too, everything I’m hearing is the opposite that brushless is the future for durability, runtime, power. I don’t mean that to come off the wrong way I’m just genuinely interested in where you’ve heard this because it seems like all the brand’s new tools are coming out brushless, especially ones like the Fuel and DeWalt rotary hammers which you would think would have a lot of hitting and vibration
Also I’m not 100% sure but I think my corded orbital sander is brushless. Which now has me thinking that I’d like to see one of my brands come out with a brushless cordless version.
Stuart
“Joe” and “Mike” are the same person.
Everything I’ve heard and seen about brushed vs. brushless seems to indicate that brushless = more durable as well, but most of the time this is simply in regard to no brushes -> less wear -> greater durability.
firefly
Joe, do you have any data to back that up?
Cost are a big factor and brushless technology are generally more expensive. With roughly the same specs brushless tend to give out much better runtime, a benefit that is not realized with corded tool.
Nathan
I’m more intrigued by the change in the drive mechanism – it’s obviously different than previous – or the housing is very different. While I’m not a fan boy, I do admit that the sawzall is something milwaukee should have a firm hold on – and yes the one I own is a milwaukee – but corded. Would be interesting to see if they are making a better mechanism – that will work it’s way into other versions. IE start off small – make sure it holds up in the field – them bring it to the other versions of sawzall.
joe
Brushless more durable? what are you drinking the same koolaid that all the voters drank that voted for Obama,you do realize brushless technology has been out a long time.So tell me why it took so long to incorporate these superior motors in tools tell me.Does anybody here own a box fan they are brushless,knock it over a couple of times and all of a sudden it does work anymore.Brushless motors are great for itemsthat don’t bang around like dryers,washing machines and fans except box fans they get knock around
Nathan
lol. and yet the brushless motor in my RC car and buggy that jumps, races, flipps, etc etc. is so fragile that in 5 years it’s never been replaced even after getting water on it, mud, and in once case being used as the landing pad from a flip with another car. so yes, they just suck at abuse
Tim
Battery capacity, joe. That is what took so long. So they battery technology could catch up to the brushless tech.