Milwaukee
M18 FUEL SAWZALL Reciprocating Saw 2821-20
$249
Released 2020-11
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M18 FUEL SAWZALL Reciprocating Saw 2821-20 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 M18 FUEL SAWZALL Reciprocating Saw 2821-20 or 18V LXT Brushless Cordless Recipro Saw XRJ05Z?
The M18 FUEL SAWZALL Reciprocating Saw 2821-20 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 M18 FUEL SAWZALL Reciprocating Saw 2821-20 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 | M18 FUEL SAWZALL Reciprocating Saw 2821-20 | 18V LXT Brushless Cordless Recipro Saw XRJ05Z |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $249 | $173 |
| Brand | Milwaukee | Makita |
| Released | 2020-11 | 2016 |
| Power source | cordless | cordless |
| Amps or voltage | 18 V | 18 V |
| Strokes per min max | 3000 | 3000 |
| Stroke length (in) | 1.25 in | 1.25 in |
| Orbital action | No | No |
| Tool less blade change | Yes | Yes |
| Brushless | Yes | Yes |
| Weight (lb) | 6.8 | 8.2 |
| Release | 2020 | 2016 |
Sources — M18 FUEL SAWZALL Reciprocating Saw 2821-20: milwaukeetool.com (verified 2026-06-20). 18V LXT Brushless Cordless Recipro Saw XRJ05Z: makitatools.com (verified 2026-06-20).
What's the difference between the M18 FUEL SAWZALL Reciprocating Saw 2821-20 and 18V LXT Brushless Cordless Recipro Saw XRJ05Z?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (1 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.
- Weight (lb): M18 FUEL SAWZALL Reciprocating Saw 2821-20 6.8 vs 18V LXT Brushless Cordless Recipro Saw XRJ05Z 8.2