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DeWalt DCS387B vs. DeWalt DWE305

Thinking about a new reciprocating saw? Compare the features of the DeWalt DCS387B and DeWalt DWE305 and make an informed purchase!

Lets take a look at these two DeWalt reciprocating saws: the DeWalt DCS387B and the DeWalt DWE305.

DeWalt DCS387B
DeWalt DWE305

Features & Benefits

You can read our review of the best reciprocating saws.

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Power

The DWE305 is corded, runs on 120 V, and draws 12 amps. Standard U.S. residential circuits are 120 V, 15 A, which will support the.

The DCS387B is cordless and runs on 20 V batteries.

Pros & Cons

Lets take a look at some of the pluses and minuses of these products.

For the DCS387B:

Pros

  • Compact for getting into tight spots
  • Variable cutting speed

Cons

  • Lots of vibration transferred to wrist

For the DWE305:

Pros

  • Tool-less blade changing
  • Blade can be oriented in any of four directions
  • Fairly lightweight for the power

Cons

  • No orbital motion for fast wood cutting
  • Harder to control low speeds

Comparison Chart

Heres a full side-by-side comparison of these productsspecs. You can view comparisons of the DeWalt DCS387B with other products

and comparisons of the DeWalt DWE305 with other products.

DeWalt DCS387BDeWalt DWE305
DeWalt DCS387B
DeWalt DWE305
BrandDeWaltDeWalt
Power Typecordlesscorded
Power - Voltage20 V120 V
Power - Ampsn/a12 A
Dimensions14” L17 1/2” L
Weight5.4 lbs7 lbs
Stroke Length1 1/8”1 1/8”
Strokes/Minute29002900
Warranty3 years3 year
Pros
  • Compact for getting into tight spots
  • Variable cutting speed
  • Tool-less blade changing
  • Blade can be oriented in any of four directions
  • Fairly lightweight for the power
Cons
  • Lots of vibration transferred to wrist
  • No orbital motion for fast wood cutting
  • Harder to control low speeds
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