Best plunge and track saws

In its favour

• Two 5.0 Ah batteries, a charger and a guide rail are listed in the title.
• Brushless motor and electric brake, according to the listing.
• Runs on standard 18 V LXT batteries, two at a time.

Good to know

• Rail length and maximum depth are not stated in this listing; confirm before buying.
• The listing is short on detail, so check the exact kit contents with the seller.

In its favour

• The listing claims the greatest cutting depth in its class at 66 mm.
• Works on HiKOKI rails and common rails from Makita, Bosch, Festool and Hilti.
• Undercut from minus 1 to plus 46 degrees and a run out brake are listed.

Good to know

• Needs a HiKOKI 36 V MultiVolt battery and charger, not included.
• No guide rail in the box, so add one that suits your sheet sizes.

In its favour

• Listed 230 V and 1,200 W, with a speed range of 2,000 to 5,200 rpm.
• Cuts up to 55 mm thick and suits trimming doors on a rail, according to the listing.
• Transparent viewing window and dust extraction connection are listed.

Good to know

• A guide rail is not listed as included, so budget for one.
• The highest priced corded saw in this guide.

In its favour

• A 140 cm FSN guide rail is included, enough for most door and worktop widths.
• 1,400 W motor, according to the listing.
• Bosch FSN rails can be joined for longer cuts.

Good to know

• The listing does not state the voltage; make sure you get the 230 V UK version.
• Very little detail on depth or speed in this listing.

In its favour

• Guide rail and clamps are included, according to the listing.
• 1,300 W motor and a 48 tooth blade are listed.
• Bevel capability to 48 degrees per the listing specs.

Good to know

• Voltage is not stated; check it is the 240 V version and not a 110 V site model.
• Depth of cut and rail length are not given in the listing.

In its favour

• Listed 56 mm depth and tool free depth and bevel adjustment.
• Soft start, motor brake and restart protection are listed.
• Long warranty terms are noted: 3 years on the device and 10 on the motor.

Good to know

• No battery, charger or rail in the box, only the saw and blade.
• Rail compatibility is not stated in the listing.

In its favour

• Bluetooth version that can start a compatible Makita extractor, per the listing title.
• Runs on two 18 V LXT batteries at once for 36 V power.
• 165 mm blade and spindle lock are listed.

Good to know

• Body only: no batteries, charger, rail or case.
• Listing details are minimal, including depth of cut.