This ranking includes only battery saws, and it ranks them the way site work ranks them: top speed and orbital range first, grip second, platform cost third. A cordless saw is a battery decision wearing a saw's clothes, so every pick states its platform and whether the box includes a battery, because a bare tool on a platform you do not own is not a bargain at any price.
The Best Cordless Jigsaws (2027)
The best cordless jigsaws for 2027: Milwaukee, DEWALT, Makita, RYOBI and BLACK+DECKER battery saws ranked on top speed, grip and platform value.
The short answer
The best cordless jigsaw in 2027 is the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2737-20 for M18 owners and the DEWALT DCS334B for 20V MAX owners: both are brushless, both pass 3,000 SPM, and both offer four orbital settings. Barrel-grip fans should look at the Milwaukee 2737B-20 or the DEWALT DCS335B instead of the top-handle pair. If you own no platform, buy the BLACK+DECKER BDCJS20C kit, which includes battery and charger, or the RYOBI PCL525B if ONE+ batteries already live in your garage.
Our top picks at a glance
- Milwaukee M18 FUEL D-Handle Jig Saw, Bare Tool (2737-20)The fastest cordless saw here: 3,500 SPM from a brushless M18 motor in a confident D-handle body.Best overall cordless
- DEWALT 20V MAX XR Jig Saw, Top-Handle (DCS334B)DEWALT's cordless top-handle flagship: brushless power, four orbital settings and a blower that keeps the line visible.Best cordless for DEWALT users
- Milwaukee M18 FUEL Barrel Grip Jig Saw, Bare Tool (2737B-20)The barrel-grip twin of the M18 flagship: same 3,500 SPM ceiling, a low hand position and gentle auto-control starts.Best cordless barrel grip
- DEWALT 20V MAX Jig Saw, Barrel Grip (DCS335B)The same cordless DEWALT cutting system in a barrel grip that drops the hand low over the blade.Best barrel grip for 20V MAX users
- Makita XVJ03Z 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Jig Saw, Tool OnlyThe LXT cordless option with a big two-finger trigger and a heavy machined base for stable cuts.Best cordless for Makita users
- RYOBI ONE+ 18V Cordless Jig Saw, Tool Only (PCL525B)The easy ONE+ add-on: four orbital settings, a non-marring shoe and a worklight for finished surfaces.Best value cordless
- BLACK+DECKER 20V MAX POWERCONNECT Cordless Jig Saw Kit (BDCJS20C)The complete first cordless kit: saw, battery and charger in one box for quick household cuts.Best cordless kit for beginners
The picks, ranked
Every product in this lineup was picked for this use case, ranked with our strongest choices first. If a product from the wider category does not genuinely fit this scenario, it is not listed here.
| # | Product | Award | Stroke speed | Orbital action | Power | Stroke length | Bevel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Milwaukee M18 FUEL D-Handle Jig Saw, Bare Tool (2737-20) | Best overall cordless | Up to 3,500 SPM | 4 positions | 18V M18 FUEL, brushless, bare tool | 1 inch | 45 degrees, detents at 0, 15, 30, 45 |
| 2 | DEWALT 20V MAX XR Jig Saw, Top-Handle (DCS334B) | Best cordless for DEWALT users | Up to 3,200 SPM (maker rating) | 4 positions | 20V MAX cordless, brushless, bare tool | - | Detents at 0, 15, 30, 45 degrees |
| 3 | Milwaukee M18 FUEL Barrel Grip Jig Saw, Bare Tool (2737B-20) | Best cordless barrel grip | 800 to 3,500 SPM, 6 speed settings | 4 positions | 18V M18 FUEL, brushless, bare tool | 1 inch | 0, 15, 30, 45 degrees; use packs up to 5.0Ah for bevel cuts, per operator manual |
| 4 | DEWALT 20V MAX Jig Saw, Barrel Grip (DCS335B) | Best barrel grip for 20V MAX users | Up to 3,200 SPM (maker rating) | 4 positions | 20V MAX cordless, brushless, bare tool | - | To 45 degrees |
| 5 | Makita XVJ03Z 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Jig Saw, Tool Only | Best cordless for Makita users | 0 to 2,600 SPM | 3 settings plus straight cutting | 18V LXT cordless, tool only | 1 inch (26 mm) | 0 to 45 degrees |
| 6 | RYOBI ONE+ 18V Cordless Jig Saw, Tool Only (PCL525B) | Best value cordless | 0 to 3,000 SPM | 4 settings (0, 1, 2, 3) | 18V ONE+ cordless, brushed motor, tool only | 1 inch | 0 to 45 degrees left or right |
| 7 | BLACK+DECKER 20V MAX POWERCONNECT Cordless Jig Saw Kit (BDCJS20C) | Best cordless kit for beginners | Up to 2,500 SPM | - | 20V MAX cordless, brushed motor | - | 45 degree bevel shoe capacity in both directions |
Best overall cordless
Milwaukee M18 FUEL D-Handle Jig Saw, Bare Tool (2737-20)
The fastest cordless saw here: 3,500 SPM from a brushless M18 motor in a confident D-handle body.
Strengths
- Brushless POWERSTATE motor with up to 3,500 SPM, the highest top speed in this guide
- D-handle grip gives a confident hold for one-handed plunge-style starts
- Four-position orbital action with a 1 inch stroke for fast and fine work alike
- On and off cut-line blower plus LED keeps the line visible even in dusty framing work
Limitations
- Bare-tool cost plus M18 battery investment makes the first purchase steep
- Body balance shifts with larger packs, which shows on bevel cuts where the saw tilts
- Dust tube and cover add steps when switching between extraction and free cutting
What owners report
Most praised
- D-handle grip gives a confident hold for one-handed plunge-style starts.
- Brushless motor holds speed in hardwoods without the bog-down corded users expect from battery saws.
- On/off blower plus LED keeps the line visible even in dusty framing work.
Common complaints
- Bare-tool cost plus M18 battery investment makes the first purchase steep.
- Body balance shifts with larger packs, which shows on bevel cuts where the saw tilts.
- Dust tube and cover add steps when switching between extraction and free cutting.
| Stroke speed | Up to 3,500 SPM |
|---|---|
| Orbital action | 4 positions |
| Power | 18V M18 FUEL, brushless, bare tool |
| Stroke length | 1 inch |
| Bevel | 45 degrees, detents at 0, 15, 30, 45 |
| Blade change | Tool-less T-shank, dust cover and extraction tube included |
Best for: M18 users who want the highest cordless stroke speed for hardwoods, framing and fast production cutting.
Skip if: You are not on the M18 platform; the bare tool plus battery buy-in is steep for a first saw.
Best cordless for DEWALT users
DEWALT 20V MAX XR Jig Saw, Top-Handle (DCS334B)
DEWALT's cordless top-handle flagship: brushless power, four orbital settings and a blower that keeps the line visible.
Strengths
- Brushless motor with up to 3,200 strokes per minute and four-position orbital action for fast rough cuts and slow scroll work alike
- LED light and dust blower work together so the cut line stays visible on dim boards
- All-metal lever-action keyless T-shank blade clamp makes blade swaps fast without tools
- Bevel detents at 0, 15, 30 and 45 degrees cover the angled cuts a jigsaw is actually asked to make
Limitations
- Bare tool only, so battery and charger are a separate purchase for anyone outside the 20V MAX system
- The compact body can feel nose-heavy once a larger battery is fitted, which shows on long vertical cuts
- Shoe bevel adjustment, while keyless, takes a firm hand and a recheck before angled cuts stay true
What owners report
Most praised
- Cut line stays easy to follow because the LED and dust blower work together on dim boards.
- Blade swaps feel fast with the lever clamp, so switching between wood and metal blades does not break the rhythm of a job.
- Variable speed dial plus trigger gives fine control on curves without lunging into the cut.
Common complaints
- Bare-tool pricing stings for anyone who does not already own 20V MAX batteries and a charger.
- The compact body can feel nose-heavy once a larger battery is fitted, which shows up on long overhead or vertical cuts.
- Shoe bevel adjustment, while keyless, takes a firm hand and a recheck before angled cuts stay true.
| Stroke speed | Up to 3,200 SPM (maker rating) |
|---|---|
| Orbital action | 4 positions |
| Power | 20V MAX cordless, brushless, bare tool |
| Bevel | Detents at 0, 15, 30, 45 degrees |
| Blade clamp | All-metal lever-action keyless T-shank |
| Weight | 4.2 lb, per Amazon fields |
Best for: DEWALT 20V MAX owners cutting curves in sheet goods, trim and framing lumber away from an outlet.
Skip if: You own no 20V MAX batteries; the bare tool price is only the start of the purchase in that case.
Best cordless barrel grip
Milwaukee M18 FUEL Barrel Grip Jig Saw, Bare Tool (2737B-20)
The barrel-grip twin of the M18 flagship: same 3,500 SPM ceiling, a low hand position and gentle auto-control starts.
Strengths
- Barrel grip gives a low, controlled feel that suits detailed scroll and curve work
- Brushless motor with 800 to 3,500 SPM across six speed settings for fine speed matching
- Ambidextrous switches let left and right handed users work without repositioning
- Auto-control start ramps speed gently so the blade does not jump at cut entry
Limitations
- Barrel diameter feels wide for small hands on extended sessions
- Battery pack size limit for bevel cuts (no larger than 5.0Ah) catches buyers who own bigger packs
- Switch position draws complaints from users who expect a trigger-style control
What owners report
Most praised
- Barrel grip gives a low, controlled feel that suits detailed scroll and curve work.
- Ambidextrous switches let left and right handed users work without repositioning.
- Auto-control start ramps speed gently so the blade does not jump at cut entry.
Common complaints
- Barrel diameter feels wide for small hands on extended sessions.
- Battery pack size limit for bevel cuts (no larger than 5.0Ah) catches buyers who own bigger packs.
- Switch position draws complaints from users who expect a trigger-style control.
| Orbital action | 4 positions |
|---|---|
| Stroke length | 1 inch |
| Power | 18V M18 FUEL, brushless, bare tool |
| Stroke speed | 800 to 3,500 SPM, 6 speed settings |
| Bevel | 0, 15, 30, 45 degrees; use packs up to 5.0Ah for bevel cuts, per operator manual |
| Weight | 4.59 lb |
Best for: Detailed scroll and curve work on the M18 platform, where a low grip and a soft start protect the cut entry.
Skip if: You have small hands and long sessions planned, or you own only packs larger than 5.0Ah for bevel work.
Best barrel grip for 20V MAX users
DEWALT 20V MAX Jig Saw, Barrel Grip (DCS335B)
The same cordless DEWALT cutting system in a barrel grip that drops the hand low over the blade.
Strengths
- Barrel grip puts the hand low and close to the work, which helps steady tight radius cuts
- Brushless motor with up to 3,200 SPM and four-position orbital action, matching its top-handle sibling
- Same 20V MAX platform as the DCS334B, so existing batteries carry straight over
- Speed dial on the body is easy to reach mid-cut when material thickness changes
Limitations
- Barrel shape suits smaller hands better; larger hands can feel cramped on long sessions
- Tool-only box means first-time buyers face the extra battery and charger purchase
- Dust tends to collect around the barrel housing and needs clearing to keep the line visible
What owners report
Most praised
- Barrel grip puts the hand low and close to the work, which helps steady tight radius cuts.
- Same 20V MAX platform as the top-handle sibling, so existing batteries carry straight over.
- Speed dial on the body is easy to reach mid-cut when the material changes thickness.
Common complaints
- Barrel shape suits smaller hands better; larger hands can feel cramped on long sessions.
- Tool-only box means first-time buyers face the extra battery and charger purchase.
- Dust tends to collect around the barrel housing and needs clearing to keep the line visible.
| Stroke speed | Up to 3,200 SPM (maker rating) |
|---|---|
| Orbital action | 4 positions |
| Power | 20V MAX cordless, brushless, bare tool |
| Grip | Barrel grip |
| Bevel | To 45 degrees |
| Weight | 4.75 lb, per Amazon fields |
Best for: Scroll and tight-radius work on the 20V MAX platform, where a low hand position steadies the cut.
Skip if: You have large hands or long sessions in mind; the barrel shape can feel cramped over a full day.
Best cordless for Makita users
Makita XVJ03Z 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Jig Saw, Tool Only
The LXT cordless option with a big two-finger trigger and a heavy machined base for stable cuts.
Strengths
- Large two-finger trigger gives comfortable speed control across long cuts
- Heavy-gauge machined base adds stability that lighter cordless saws lack
- Tool-less blade lever works with gloves on, which matters on cold job sites
- Three orbital settings plus straight cutting and bevel to 45 degrees
Limitations
- Older 18V platform top speed is lower than newer brushless rivals, so thick hardwood cuts take longer
- Sold as a bare tool, and the 18V battery adds noticeable weight at the back of the saw
- Dust extraction needs an adapter setup that is not part of the bare tool box
What owners report
Most praised
- Large two-finger trigger gives comfortable speed control across long cuts.
- Heavy-gauge machined base adds stability that lighter cordless saws lack.
- Tool-less blade lever works with gloves on, which matters on cold job sites.
Common complaints
- Older 18V platform top speed is lower than newer brushless rivals, so thick hardwood cuts take longer.
- Sold as a bare tool, and the 18V battery adds noticeable weight at the back of the saw.
- Dust extraction needs an adapter setup that is not part of the bare tool box.
| Power | 18V LXT cordless, tool only |
|---|---|
| Stroke speed | 0 to 2,600 SPM |
| Stroke length | 1 inch (26 mm) |
| Orbital action | 3 settings plus straight cutting |
| Bevel | 0 to 45 degrees |
| Base | Heavy-gauge machined base, tool-less blade change lever |
Best for: Makita 18V LXT owners who want cordless cutting with a stable base and comfortable long-cut trigger control.
Skip if: Thick hardwood speed is the priority; this older 18V platform tops out below newer brushless rivals.
Best value cordless
RYOBI ONE+ 18V Cordless Jig Saw, Tool Only (PCL525B)
The easy ONE+ add-on: four orbital settings, a non-marring shoe and a worklight for finished surfaces.
Strengths
- ONE+ battery compatibility makes it an easy add-on for existing RYOBI owners
- Four orbital settings give useful range from fine curves to faster rough cuts
- LED worklight and non-marring shoe help on finished surfaces and trim work
- Tool-free blade release with T-shank blades and bevel to 45 degrees left or right
Limitations
- Brushed motor feels less refined than brushless rivals at the same stroke range
- Tool-only box means buyers outside the ONE+ system need battery and charger too
- Shoe bevel lock needs care to hold angle on repeated angled cuts
What owners report
Most praised
- ONE+ battery compatibility makes it an easy add-on for existing RYOBI owners.
- Four orbital settings give useful range from fine curves to faster rough cuts.
- LED worklight and non-marring shoe help on finished surfaces and trim work.
Common complaints
- Brushed motor feels less refined than brushless rivals at the same stroke range.
- Tool-only box means buyers outside the ONE+ system need battery and charger too.
- Shoe bevel lock needs care to hold angle on repeated angled cuts.
| Power | 18V ONE+ cordless, brushed motor, tool only |
|---|---|
| Stroke speed | 0 to 3,000 SPM |
| Stroke length | 1 inch |
| Orbital action | 4 settings (0, 1, 2, 3) |
| Bevel | 0 to 45 degrees left or right |
| Shoe | Non-marring shoe, LED worklight |
Best for: RYOBI ONE+ households adding a jigsaw for trim, plywood curves and weekend projects.
Skip if: You cut thick hardwood all day; the brushed motor is outclassed by brushless rivals at that job.
Best cordless kit for beginners
BLACK+DECKER 20V MAX POWERCONNECT Cordless Jig Saw Kit (BDCJS20C)
The complete first cordless kit: saw, battery and charger in one box for quick household cuts.
Strengths
- Complete kit with battery and charger means it works straight out of the box
- Accepts U and T shank blades, so existing blade stock stays useful
- Light cordless body suits quick household cuts and trim jobs
- Variable speed trigger, built-in dust blower and wire guard for line of sight
Limitations
- Brushed motor and lower top speed limit it on thicker stock compared with pro cordless saws
- Small included battery runs down faster on longer cutting sessions
- Bevel shoe adjustment feels less precise than the detented systems on pro models
What owners report
Most praised
- Complete kit with battery and charger means it works straight out of the box.
- Accepts U and T shank blades, so existing blade stock stays useful.
- Light cordless body suits quick household cuts and trim jobs.
Common complaints
- Brushed motor and lower top speed limit it on thicker stock compared with pro cordless saws.
- Small included battery runs down faster on longer cutting sessions.
- Bevel shoe adjustment feels less precise than the detented systems on pro models.
| Power | 20V MAX cordless, brushed motor |
|---|---|
| Stroke speed | Up to 2,500 SPM |
| Speed control | Variable speed trigger |
| Bevel | 45 degree bevel shoe capacity in both directions |
| Blade change | Tool-free, accepts U and T shank blades |
| Kit includes | 1 jig saw, 1 blade, 1 20V MAX 1.5Ah battery, 1 charger |
Best for: Households starting from zero who want a working cordless jigsaw without assembling a kit piece by piece.
Skip if: You already run a pro platform, or thick stock is routine; this is a light-duty kit, not a pro saw.
How we chose
Top speed still matters, but only with control
Cordless top speeds here run from 2,500 to 3,500 SPM. The gap shows on thick hardwood and framing lumber, not on plywood curves, where trigger control matters more. Six speed settings on the Milwaukee barrel grip beat a single top number for matching speed to material.
The platform is the price
Five of the seven cordless picks are bare tools. A buyer new to DEWALT, Milwaukee, Makita or RYOBI must add battery and charger costs to the saw price before comparing, which is why the complete BLACK+DECKER kit leads on first-purchase value despite the lowest top speed.
Weight sits at the back
Battery packs hang behind the shoe, so a big pack changes balance on vertical and bevel cuts. Owners of every cordless pick mention this, and it is the main reason compact packs stay popular for curve work even though they shorten runtime.
Questions, answered
How long does a cordless jigsaw run on one battery?
It depends on the pack size, the material and the orbit setting: plywood curves sip charge while thick hardwood at high orbit drains a pack quickly. A 5.0Ah class pack is the practical minimum for a serious cutting session, and owners who cut all day carry a second pack. Small 1.5Ah kit batteries, like the one in the BLACK+DECKER kit, suit short household jobs rather than long sessions.
Is a brushless cordless jigsaw worth the extra cost?
For regular use, yes. Brushless motors hold speed better under load, run cooler and generally last longer than brushed motors, which is why the Milwaukee and DEWALT flagships lead this ranking. For occasional household cuts, a brushed saw like the RYOBI PCL525B or the BLACK+DECKER BDCJS20C cuts perfectly well and costs far less.
Can a cordless jigsaw replace a corded one in the shop?
For most curve and cutout work, the top cordless saws now can: 3,200 to 3,500 SPM with four orbital settings matches corded output for practical purposes. Corded saws still win on all-day stamina without battery rotation and on price for buyers who own no platform. If you cut for hours without stopping, corded remains the simpler answer.
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