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FLEXVOLT 60V MAX Brushless Cordless Reciprocating Saw DCS389B vs 18V LXT Brushless Cordless Recipro Saw XRJ05Z

A sourced, side-by-side spec comparison. 18V LXT Brushless Cordless Recipro Saw XRJ05Z is cheaper at $173. Every spec and price links to its source.

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FLEXVOLT 60V MAX Brushless Cordless Reciprocating Saw DCS389B18V LXT Brushless Cordless Recipro Saw XRJ05Z
US price$299 (MSRP, bare tool (DCS389B); Ohio Power Tool/Home Depot list $299)$173 (MSRP bare tool per Pro Tool Reviews; current retail varies)
BrandDeWaltMakita
Released20202016
power sourcecordlesscordless
amps or voltage60 V18 V
strokes per min max30003000
stroke length in1.125 in1.25 in
orbital actionfalsefalse
tool less blade changetruetrue
brushlesstruetrue
weight lb7.568.2
release20202016

Sources — FLEXVOLT 60V MAX Brushless Cordless Reciprocating Saw DCS389B: dewalt.com (verified 2026-06-20). 18V LXT Brushless Cordless Recipro Saw XRJ05Z: makitatools.com (verified 2026-06-20).

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