Top 10 Band Saws

This brand is still not well known among Russian users, it appeared on the market quite recently, but has already gathered ranks of fans. This particular model of band saw is designed specifically for home use. With its help, you can cut wood or plywood with almost no effort. The tool is easy to use, accurate even with deep cuts thanks to the rigid frame used in the design. The power is also impressive - the band saw can easily process workpieces up to 152x245 mm thick.

This can hardly be called a serious drawback, but the saw is quite large compared to other similar models, it weighs 39 kg, so it is convenient to use it only in a garage or utility rooms at home. You can’t put this in an apartment, there will be problems with its storage. It does not look elegant, but the manufacturer did not care about the design, but the performance and functionality of the tool.

Studying the characteristics of the band saw of the German brand Einhell, one can only marvel at its low cost. Among the bright features are high speed - up to 900 m / min, corrosion protection, a stabilizer for even distribution of vibrations, ball bearings as part of the design. I am pleased with the reliable fastening of the parallel stop, thanks to which the same type of workpiece can be processed without preliminary marking. The manufacturer did not stint on the package - it includes several hex keys of different sizes, a pusher, a tilt lock, a parallel stop. A wing screw is provided for adjusting the saw blade tension.

Of the advantages, users call compact size, low weight, low cost, relatively quiet operation. But there are also a lot of complaints about quality and work. Users consider the flimsy stamped table, not very good workmanship, to be the main disadvantages. This band saw is suitable only for small work, for serious purposes and frequent use it is better to choose more reliable models.

An inexpensive band saw designed to work with wooden blanks is quite popular among users. It is convenient in work - it is securely fixed on the desktop due to the longitudinal stop. Precise positioning is ensured by a rotary stop with a transport scale. The surface of the table can be slanted to produce angled cuts. If desired, a chip extractor is connected to the dust outlet to keep the worktable clean.The buttons for turning on the band saw are located on the body, which further increases the convenience of work.

This model for working with wood is one of the most common for domestic use due to its good performance and low cost. In the reviews, users write that the saw works properly, but the build quality leaves much to be desired. Many immediately recommend replacing the installed canvas with another, as it is not of the best quality. Otherwise, given the low cost, this is quite a worthy option for personal use, since the manufacturer’s small flaws can be easily eliminated if desired and skill.

A very serious band saw for professionals or those who often have to deal with cutting metal, plastic and thick wood. It will be indispensable where a circular saw is already useless. And if you put a diamond tape, it will easily and very accurately cut ceramics and glass. Cuts can be made different - longitudinal, transverse, rounded, oblique. The manufacturer provides for electronic adjustment of the belt speed (from 180 to 330 m / min), which allows you to accurately set the parameters for an ideal cut that does not require further processing.

And the tool itself is made of surprisingly high quality - from cast aluminum, reinforced with stiffeners. The desktop is rigid, at an inclination of 45 degrees, designed for additional mounting of the cooling system and the square. Another advantage that users often point out in reviews is surprisingly quiet operation for such a tool.

Perhaps this model will not be the best solution for the home, as it has a stationary structure, rather large dimensions, and weighs 15 kg. But for a garage or utility room, it is optimal. It is intended for cutting metal blanks with a maximum diameter of 105 mm. The high cost of the model is due to its improved characteristics - electronic control, a powerful engine that can withstand heavy loads for a long time. The speed of the belt movement can be adjusted, and a quick-clamping vice with adjustable jaws provides reliable fixation of the workpiece.

The saw cuts materials without lubrication and has a locking handle for easy control. The advantages include the base of sheet steel, providing the desired rigidity. Users often mention in their reviews about the impeccable build quality, very good materials, and reliable construction. They do not have any serious complaints about the operation of the tool. This model is optimal for people who often work with metal, who want to spend a minimum of time and effort on cutting it.

An important fact is that this band saw was made in the homeland of the brand, and not in China. This already allows us to hope for better quality and conscientious assembly. The model as a whole is not bad for personal use - replacing the blades, it can be used for cutting metal, plastic, wood. The manufacturer has provided for the presence of illumination for work in dimly lit rooms, keyless change of equipment, the presence of rubber inserts against slipping. This band saw is very handy, compact and lightweight. The brush motor is easy to maintain, has a long service life, so with careful use, the tool will last a long time.

The weak point of the model is insufficient power. The maximum diameter of a metal pipe or profile should not exceed 64 cm, the speed cannot be adjusted, but it is not bad at all - 192 m / min. All these shortcomings are minimized by a very affordable price compared to other battery models.

The main advantages of this model are compactness, convenience and the absence of sparks during metal cutting, which makes it possible to use it in fire hazardous environments. Working in low light conditions will also not be a hindrance thanks to the bright LED backlight. The brushed motor is quite reliable, durable, does not overheat under prolonged loads.The convenience of working with the tool is added by the presence of an additional rubberized handle, independence from the network, extremely simple replacement of the saw blade.

The manufacturer clearly took care of the convenience of users, but did not work out the issues of functionality very well. There is no electronic speed control (only one speed), tool change without auxiliary tools. The battery, as in most models, must be purchased separately, paying from 2,500 to 11,000 rubles for it, depending on the characteristics.

The well-known manufacturer BOSCH offers a cordless band saw at a more affordable price compared to other popular models. At the same time, it cannot be said that its characteristics are at least somewhat worse. It is intended for cutting mainly pipes made of steel, aluminum, plastic, it has good power with a tape movement of up to 162 m / min, due to which it copes well with even the most durable materials. The weight of the saw is only 3.8 kg - this is the best indicator among similar tools.

In the reviews, users call the main advantages of the model the optimal price-quality ratio, a comfortable support handle with a small grip area, and ease of operation. The start and lock buttons are right at your fingertips, allowing you to quickly turn the tool on and off. The canvas is very easy to change, a special lever is provided to adjust its tension. An important design feature is that the motor protective cover can be removed to independently replace worn brushes.

The cordless band saw has two features - it is independent of the mains and equipped with a special POWERSTATE™ brushless motor that is more powerful than conventional models, consumes less electricity and lasts up to ten times longer. The tool is equipped with an intelligent system that prevents overloads and increases productivity. The saw can operate at negative temperatures down to -20C, the maximum cut section is 125x125 mm. The list of characteristics and advantages is simultaneously complemented by a very easy replacement of the cutting blade with just one touch of a button, LED illumination of the working area and a five-speed speed control.

Users also like the small weight of the tool - less than seven kilograms. All this would make it possible to call the saw one of the best in its category, if there was no need to separately purchase a battery and charger. Otherwise, the saw is quite comfortable, functional, of high quality, users do not have any complaints about its performance.

The lightweight band saw is one of the best cordless models in the category. It provides an accurate, even cut of metal and plastic without the formation of burrs and notches. The compact dimensions allow cutting even in hard-to-reach places, while the user's work is simplified due to the large rubber grips on the handle, optimal placement of the center of gravity and minimal vibration.The cutting area is illuminated by built-in lighting, which also increases the comfort of use.

Customers also pay attention to such points as a very fast blade change without the use of auxiliary tools, the possibility of simple, quick adjustment of tension and stroke. Thanks to Ultra-M technology, a combination of high power and economical battery consumption is achieved. A characteristic disadvantage for band saws of this type is that the battery is not supplied with the kit, but is purchased separately by the user, which is associated with additional costs.