Buying guide · updated 24 Oct 2026

Best saws, grinders and rotary hammers

Cordless cutting and masonry tools have caught up with corded ones for most jobs. Here are solid picks on each platform.

Quick list

  1. Milwaukee M18 Brushless 184mm Circular Saw (M18BLCS66) $497
  2. Makita 18V Brushless 125mm Angle Grinder (tool only) $439
  3. Milwaukee M18 FUEL 26mm SDS Plus Rotary Hammer $592

What to look for

  • Match the blade or disc size to the job: 184mm saws for framing, 125mm grinders for most metal work.
  • Look for safety features like kickback detection and electric brakes.
  • SDS Plus rotary hammers drill concrete far faster than a hammer drill.
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Milwaukee M18 Brushless 184mm Circular Saw (M18BLCS66)

Best for: Framers and fit-out crews on the M18 platform

A 184mm (7-1/4") cordless brushless circular saw.

Pros

  • Full-size 184mm blade for decking and framing
  • Brushless motor
  • Runs on the same M18 batteries as your drill

Cons

  • Tool only, battery and charger not included
  • Not Milwaukee's FUEL saw
$497.00at Tool Up · checked 24 Oct 2026
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Makita 18V Brushless 125mm Angle Grinder (tool only)

Best for: Metal workers, plumbers and sparkies cutting on site

A 125mm brushless angle grinder with slide switch and kickback detection.

Pros

  • Kickback detection for safer cutting
  • Common 125mm disc size
  • Brushless motor

Cons

  • Tool only
  • Slide switch isn't a deadman paddle, so check your site rules
$439.00at Tool Up · checked 24 Oct 2026
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Milwaukee M18 FUEL 26mm SDS Plus Rotary Hammer

Best for: Sparkies, plumbers and concreters drilling into masonry

A cordless 26mm SDS Plus rotary hammer for drilling and light chiselling in concrete.

Pros

  • SDS Plus takes standard masonry bits
  • Cordless means no leads on site
  • FUEL brushless power

Cons

  • Tool only
  • Overkill if you only drill timber
$592.24at Tool Up · checked 24 Oct 2026
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FAQ

Do I need a deadman switch on my grinder?

Many commercial sites require a paddle (deadman) switch. Check your site rules before buying a slide-switch grinder.

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