
Best Reciprocating Saws for Cutting Metal
Compare reciprocating saws for cutting metal by blade changes, speed control and power source. Find a corded or cordless pick for pipe, sheet and demolition work.
Metal, PVC pipe, tile, concrete, tree roots and branches: which tool and blade handle each cut, and where to stop.

Compare reciprocating saws for cutting metal by blade changes, speed control and power source. Find a corded or cordless pick for pipe, sheet and demolition work.

Can a reciprocating saw cut concrete? Learn which blades may work, when to choose another tool, and how to reduce dust and control the cut.

Can an oscillating tool cut metal? Yes, with the right metal-rated blade, careful control, and a shallow cut suited to thin stock or small fasteners.

An oscillating tool can cut tile for small notches and controlled trim work with the right blade. Learn where it works, how to cut, and what to avoid.

Learn how to cut PVC pipe with a reciprocating saw, choose a suitable blade, support the pipe, control the saw, and smooth the cut edge.

A reciprocating saw can cut exposed tree roots with the right pruning blade. Learn how to prepare the root, control the cut, and choose a suitable blade.