For years, Milwaukee has been known for its introduction of the SawZall and advances in that tool category. As anyone who has done demo work knows, the reciprocating is a tool that is simply unmatched in its ability to demolish, disconnect, and generally destroy a jobsite - on purpose, that is. What the HackZall does is take much of what the SawZall provides and pack it into a more maneuverable tool that can be used one-handed. It also does it in a cordless form factor, freeing it even further for more applications. This is yet another unique tool from Milwaukee, and one that you won't - at least not presently - find from any other manufacturer.

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A jigsaw is one of those tools that, once you get used to using it, you never want to reach for a substitute. It's also the kind of tool where a little heft isn't such a bad thing, and build quality really contributes to both usability and control. When Milwaukee issued its cordless version of their already robust 6268-21 jig saw, we wondered if it would hold up to the rigors of serious jobsite abuse. It turns out that the M18 Cordless Jig Saw (2645-22) is more than up to the task of taking on even larger scale jigsaw jobs.

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The new SKIL 5-3/8" 18V Cordless Skilsaw 5995 is a homeowner's dream tool - offering professional quality at a price almost anyone can afford. With an excellent power-to-weight ratio, top quality design, and the latest 18V lithium ion battery technology, this saw is ideal for anyone who already has some compatible 18V SKIL tools and wants to add a portable saw into the mix. This is a great tool for those just starting out with their first home or the seasoned do-it-yourself type.

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The new SKIL 9350-01 18V Cordless Reciprocating Saw is a homeowner's dream tool - offering professional quality at a price almost anyone can afford. With an excellent power-to-weight ratio, top quality design, and the latest 18V lithium ion battery technology, this saw is an ideal for those just starting out with their first home or the seasoned do-it-yourself type.

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Having a cordless circular saw is like having the keys to your parents' sports car and a full tank of gas when you're 16... You can do just about anything... within reason. With the Milwaukee M18 Cordless 6.5" Circular Saw, you get the same excitable feeling – plus it's even got that sporty red color. This was also the first 6-1/2" cordless circular saw we had tested that was based on a lithium-ion 18V platform – and it both worked well and lasted a long time.

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The Milwaukee M18 Sawzall (2620-22) is just plain fun to use. It's cordless, which opens up a wide range of opportunities for use, and weighs just shy of 8 lbs with the battery. The weight puts it surprisingly close to its corded brethren. What it gives up in power (and lack of orbital action) it makes up in strokes per minute. In fact, it has more SPM than the corded 11-15 amp models Milwaukee offers. Since it lacked orbital action (which reduces its effectiveness at demolition work) overall cutting progress was considerably slower than a corded or even cordless orbital model.

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The new Black and Decker LPS7000 Compact Saw uses a built in 7V Lithium Ion battery, accepts standard T-shank blades and is ideal for quick cuts in many materials that are up to one inch in thickness. The battery is designed to hold a charge for up to 18 months, a feature that will help make this tool be always on the ready for when you need it.

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