Flex Joins the Cordless Cut-Off Club With New 24V 9-inch Model
Until recently, cordless cut-off saws were a rarer phenomenon, with gas machines being king. However, in 2026, there are several battery-powered models on the market in different sizes and targeting different applications. The newest in the crowd is the Flex 24V 9-inch cut-off saw, which we’ll take a closer look at today. Is it the right pick for demanding concrete, masonry, and metal cutting on your jobsite?
Flex Cut-Off Saw: Overview
- Model: Flex FX2481
- Weight: 12.6 lb (bare)
- Blade width: 9 in
- Max speed: 6600 RPM
- Cutting depth: 3 3/8 in
- Arbor: 7/8 in
- Quick-Connect water feed
- Electric brake
- LED work light
- Anti-kickback blade brake
Flex’s first dedicated cut-off saw sports a 9-inch blade that provides a cutting depth of 3 3/8-inch. This is a tad less than similar models like the Makita GEC03, but only by around 0.12-inch.
The blade spins at up to 6600 RPM to power through material like rebar, strut, metal framing, concrete, and masonry. This is on par with what we expect from a pro-grade cut-off saw, and this figure matches what we see from brands like Milwaukee, Makita, and DeWalt.
The design team outfitted this saw with a few display details, like a heavy load indicator and a battery level indicator to help you manage your runtime. While Flex doesn’t provide any runtime specs with this saw, the kit does come with two 10.0Ah Stacked Lithium batteries to keep you powered up all day.
For safety features, it also features an anti-kickback blade brake function that stops blade rotation in the event of kickback. A standard electric brake is present to quickly stop the blade after completing a cut. There’s also an LED work light to illuminate your work area.
Water Connection
For concrete and masonry cutting, this saw is equipped with an OSHA Table 1-compliant water feed system. The dual-sided hose system helps manage airborne dust levels as you work.
Attaching the saw to a water supply is simple, and Flex includes a Quick Water Connector to make it even easier. First, thread the connector to your water hose, then slide the connector over the saw’s water inlet until it clicks into place. From there, you can control the water flow using the onboard valve.
How Does it Compare?
As I mentioned earlier in this article, there are several comparable 9-inch cut-off saws on the market. To give you some context, here’s how the Flex 24V FX2481 compares to similar models from Milwaukee, DeWalt, and Makita.
| Flex FX2481 (this model) | Milwaukee 2786 | DeWalt DCS692 | Makita GEC03 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blade Width: | 9-inch | 9-inch | 9-inch | 9-inch |
| Max Speed: | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Cutting Depth: | 3.38 in | 3.40 in | 3.25 in | 3.50 in |
| Weight: | 12.6 lb (bare) | 10.6 lb (bare) | 18 lb (bare) | 15.8 lb (bare) |
| Price: | $989 (kit) | $1099 (kit) | $1099 (kit) | $999 (kit) |
Surprisingly, most of these models are all fairly evenly matched in performance and pricing, with a difference of only $110 between all four models. The cutting depth and weight vary the most between each pick, with a variation range of around 1/4-inch and 7.4 pounds, respectively.
Flex Cut-Off Saw Price
This saw retails for $989 as a kit, which includes a Flex 24V 10.0Ah battery and super charger. It also comes with an abrasive blade and a diamond blade to get you started. Flex backs your purchase with a 5-year warranty.
A bare tool configuration is also coming soon, though the price hasn’t been announced yet.
Should You Buy It?
The Flex 24V 9-inch cut-off saw has a lot to offer, especially for existing Flex users. Like many of the Flex tools we review, it delivers competitive performance on par with other Pro-grade cordless brands. While the max cutting depth of this saw is marginally smaller than a couple of the models we compared it to, it makes up for it in performance and weight. It’s also the least expensive model at the time of writing, with the kit being $989.
This model is a good choice for the Pro or crew already running on the brand’s 24V system for the rest of their power tools. However, if you’re currently on another cordless platform, you’re probably fine sticking to your current brand to keep your jobsite consolidated to one system.
