DeWalt
FLEXVOLT 60V MAX Brushless Cordless Reciprocating Saw DCS389B
$299
Released 2020
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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 comparison. 18V LXT Brushless Cordless Recipro Saw XRJ05Z is cheaper at $173. Every spec and price links to its source.
Makita
18V LXT Brushless Cordless Recipro Saw XRJ05Z
$173Cheaper
Released 2016
Which is better: the FLEXVOLT 60V MAX Brushless Cordless Reciprocating Saw DCS389B or 18V LXT Brushless Cordless Recipro Saw XRJ05Z?
The FLEXVOLT 60V MAX Brushless Cordless Reciprocating Saw DCS389B wins 1 of the 1 specs we compare head to head; the other wins 0. The 18V LXT Brushless Cordless Recipro Saw XRJ05Z is the cheaper at $173. Get the FLEXVOLT 60V MAX Brushless Cordless Reciprocating Saw DCS389B for the stronger spec sheet, the 18V LXT Brushless Cordless Recipro Saw XRJ05Z to spend less.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | FLEXVOLT 60V MAX Brushless Cordless Reciprocating Saw DCS389B | 18V LXT Brushless Cordless Recipro Saw XRJ05Z |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $299 | $173 |
| Brand | DeWalt | Makita |
| Released | 2020 | 2016 |
| Power source | cordless | cordless |
| Amps or voltage | 60 V | 18 V |
| Strokes per min max | 3000 | 3000 |
| Stroke length (in) | 1.125 in | 1.25 in |
| Orbital action | No | No |
| Tool less blade change | Yes | Yes |
| Brushless | Yes | Yes |
| Weight (lb) | 7.56 | 8.2 |
| Release | 2020 | 2016 |
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).
What's the difference between the FLEXVOLT 60V MAX Brushless Cordless Reciprocating Saw DCS389B and 18V LXT Brushless Cordless Recipro Saw XRJ05Z?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (3 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.
- Amps or voltage: FLEXVOLT 60V MAX Brushless Cordless Reciprocating Saw DCS389B 60 V vs 18V LXT Brushless Cordless Recipro Saw XRJ05Z 18 V
- Stroke length (in): FLEXVOLT 60V MAX Brushless Cordless Reciprocating Saw DCS389B 1.125 in vs 18V LXT Brushless Cordless Recipro Saw XRJ05Z 1.25 in
- Weight (lb): FLEXVOLT 60V MAX Brushless Cordless Reciprocating Saw DCS389B 7.56 vs 18V LXT Brushless Cordless Recipro Saw XRJ05Z 8.2