I own the True HVL, and to control where the dust goes I don't use a vacuum, but I do use the vacuum adaptor and angle it in the direction I want the dust to go. Just a tip!
Skilsaw hands down. That worm drive makes a huge difference especially when ripping stacks of plywood. You can damned near run while cutting and that saw won't slow or bind.
I’m honestly just so excited skilsaw came out with such a modern classic piece for all the old school guys bc the old worm drive had their downsides but were always what you wanted for bigger tasks and I think they will still be the same way now just in the modern era. I think they’re trying to be more of what they do best and I respect that more than anything else
There's no beating the history of the wormdrive skil, but when you look at the breadth of the battery platforms as a person who does more than just cut stuff with a circular saw I had to go with the Milwaukee because there's not much you can't do if you're on their battery platform.
I have the cordless Skilsaw, now I need them to come out with either an 8 1/2 or 10 1/4 cordless Worm Drive next!!! I can see it now, the Cordless 48HVL SawSquatch!!!
I committed to M18 several years back when the "counterfeit" Dewalt batteries I bought on evilBay crapped the bed after a few months work. So it was a no brainer to go with Millie-Walkay on this saw and good to see it hold its own with Skil. I am adding a Prazi beam cutter to make anvil bases from 8x8 oak. Appreciate the review.
It's hard to compete with a Skilsaw worm drive. However if you are invested in the Milwaukee M18 tool line (like me) I would choose the Milwaukee. Thank you for the review.
I’m left handed and being left handed I have learned to use a worn drive saw with my right hand. Yes the first couple cut are a little off if it’s been a while since I have used it but I quickly adjust with no issues
I'm in the concrete business and I would love to see some of these saws cut 2x4 stakes that's where I always find the saws struggle the most. That would then be really interesting to see what happens
That's because you're trying to correct your cut line. On an angle cut for a stake there is too much surface of the wood pressing against the blade, it will work harder and either stall or kick-back. Commit to the angle you start cutting, you can't correct it half way when you realize you made a trapezoid shape instead of a stake.
No problem when you pin that guard up! Just make sure to un-pin immediately after your done cutting those stakes otherwise Osha will show up and start piss'n & moan'n! Lol! Well could be actually slot worse! Could be a hefty fine! I've been fortunate enough to get away with warnings so I'm real careful not to get caught with the guard pinned up, worse case scenario figure out approx. How many stakes you'll be needing and what lengths and cut them at home and bring them to the job? maybe cut them a little long cause you can always cut a little off, unless of course you can afford one of those super expensive M18 fuel board stretchers?
Even though I have a bunch of Milwaukee Tools because of the Acme deal I went with the Skilsaw. I have to admit, I'm really impressed how close this race seems to be in your video. I am curious how the Milwaukee will do in tough material like LVL. I was positive the Worm Drive Skilsaw would not have an issue and that's one of the big reasons I went with that one. Watching the dust fly out of the Skilsaw is another reason I picked that one. If I'm working inside on a remodel project I can control the Dust. If I'm outside I can put an elbow on it and direct it away from from me, win-win! Thanks for the video
We cut so many LVL and glulam with the fuel it's ridiculous. Standard and treated. The saws will not skip a beat. But both are bad ass saws. I'd like to play with the skil, but we have plenty of dewalts and fuels already. Taking the factory dust plate out and installing the included dust collection port did the trick for clogs when cutting treated LVL's, glulam and timber. I've not needed it but 1 time... But the extremely easy, no hassle warranty milwaukee does is why I steer from other companies when possible. We still run several dewalt, mainly flexvolt. But when we have issues, we're just SOL. I think you'll enjoy the Skilsaw though, and surely they will have table saws and miter saws coming out...... Hopefully 🍻
I just like that SKIL is a real worm drive not a look-a-like. Another hit song👍. The complete CD release should be soon or vinyl for us old schoolers 😁. I would rather use a dust collector on the SKIL than dig out clogs or the Milwaukee. for me SKIL wins again.
I have both and both are great however I'm old school and go with skillsaw on circular saws and Milwaukee on sawzall lol....both are great all around, I'm actually left handed but cut right or left comfortably. I keep both by my cut station and pick depending on witch way I pull measurements from.
Funny how battery platforms change that. Skilsaw worm drive and Milwaukee for super sawzall and hoe hawg in corded hand tools. Bosch Roto hammers, Makita grinders, porter cable belt sanders etc etc.
I got the Milwaukee one love it I have a skil corded one my dad had before he passed away skil is a good brand that worm drive is like 15 or 20 years old
It was pretty close I think I'd go with the Milwaukee just because I'm in that platform so I would have plenty of batteries but the skill saw I like how it has plenty of power but it also throws the sawdust away from you so basically I don't think you could go wrong with either one
@@ToolReviewZone find a pipe a size too small and heat it to fit, put a fitting on that pipe to aim the dust. If it fits some standard pipe size that would be great but usually they just fit standard vacuum sizes.
@@ToolReviewZone UA-cam keeps unsubscribing me from random channels I was subscribed to, anyways re-subscribed, been happening to me for 3 years I think.
Previously had the M18. Was a beat when it worked. Just stopped cutting one day on a job after 2 years owning it, then a few months later, hacksaw went to crap. No longer purchasing cutting tools from Milwaukee. Just ordered the skilsaw.
Makita still wins and wasn't even in the vid. 😉🤣🤣 Gun to my head, m18, only because I already have the 12ah battery. Love the Xmas tone. Thanks for doing that for us and God bless! 😁👍
I’m a hands down Milwaukee guy I love there tools 🛠 but when it comes to the saws skill saw for the win and also when you buy a skill saw it comes with a nozzle and yes I know it’s meant to attach a vacuum to it but when I do the 45 cuts I put it on and away I go Great video you make awesome content
@@ToolReviewZone We'll there's a few drawbacks. They only have one tool to use the battery on,. Nowadays people are investing in one brand so they always have batteries for the same brand type thing.
Do like the Milwaukee raft or hook, compared to other brands.....it’s pretty great. Far as “wormdrive” saws....think Skil is the only brand that has the market on “wormdrive” saws; but, how many ppl actually change the oil in their Skil wormdrive saws🤔, or do other other maintenance? What IS nice, can buy parts for the Skil pretty much Anywhere, & using those “parts etc...” isn’t hard at all, which is N I C E🤗 Last thing, the Skil dust chute is the BEST I’ve seen out there, it’s a freaking “snow blower”🤣 for throwing saw dust; but is it the “best” for you & what ya need.....that’s the question 😆 Until the day comes that we can “customize” & create a saw to order, like a PC; you’re just gonna have to pick which is the best “for you”.....& might come down to battery platform your in, or even price..... But whatever ya choose, gonna be a good deal👍🏻 7:51 🤣🤣🤣🤣, also.....doesn’t MDF have formaldehyde in it, that’s what I hear🤔🤣🤣🤣 Cheers✌🏼
What's up Aepek! MDF is the Devil, so I'm sure it probably has all kind of crap in it lol. Yeah for me the Milwaukee has the best hook, but that's just my opinion. As for the dust shoot, Milwaukee is probably the worst, but if you use the elbow that comes with the Skil, you can adjust the flow bro 😎👊
I got the milwaukee imported to England as soon as it came out and with the import duties it cost a fair bit but what a saw !I would be in two minds if skilsaw had released their saw earlier. Top class saws both of them
I have used a older Skilsaw hd 77 I do like it I have heard the new cordless is way more power but if you not in the trades or do not need that need power with both batteries and price go Milwaukee or if your money is tighter then go corded from both brands
I’ve had the Milwaukee for over two years now. I finally got the Skilsaw and it is better. I strictly use my Skilsaw now. It sucks I have two different battery platforms on my truck now but that’s how much I like the Skilsaw. The Skilsaw is narrower too which helps when you’re hanging up in those rafters trying to make cuts. I find it funny I like that dust shoot on the Skilsaw and never liked my Milwaukee dust shoot, I guess it’s the way I use the saw.
if you are not doing a 90, the skil works awesome getting that dust away. I'm going to try a few things with the Skil to see if I can mitigate it a bit.
I just have to go with skilsaw cause, where I come from nobody really calls them wormdrive saws, Everyone refers to wormdrive as skilsaw, if I want a sawzall I buy millwaukie, a rotohammer makita and a Skilsaw I buy Skil, old habits I guess, Milwaukee has come along way though with their cordless M18 fuel line, but I pick Skil for this!
Now this a original video. MDF breaks when you pick it up. Mobile homes flooring is MDF. As well as cheaply built homes. My vote skills skillsaw. One question battery life? And number of cuts before battery fatigues? Ever thought of Makita and Hilti, in your comparison?
I adjusted the bevel lock to a down position on the Milwaukee it makes it so much better I don't know why they didn't do that in factory doesn't spin around and just have to turn a hair and it can move easy and lock it right back in.
Milwaukee is a winner for the dust shoot but the ski saw is the winner for the video for the cut depth as well as the power and easy to read for the bevel
I like the skill saw but you would need to modify the dust port somehow. That being said, I would buy the Milwaukee anyway because I already have Milwaukee batteries and it looks like a good saw. Great video TRZ!
@@ToolReviewZone It looks impressive! I have the original 6.5 inch circular saw by Milwaukee provided by the company I work for and it has been reliable but I do not like that blade size and it's outdated now.
Skil all day and I’m a Milwaukee guy, plus you can put the dust collection head on and point the dust away without using the vacuum… With that being said I am a Milwaukee guy so unfortunately I’ll be getting the M18
Well if the Makita and its 36v couldn't keep up with the Skilsaw, the Milwuakee certainly wasn't gonna. But the advantage isn't so great that i'd rush out and buy the Skilsaw if I had either one.
The 36v makita is great. But even with its 36 v vs m18 fuels 18..... The fuel out cuts the Makita. That little Makita is a smooth saw though. My favorites are.... The dewalt 577.... In sheet goods it is fast. Super fast. And the bevel stops are nice. The m18 fuel..... The only saw that I've had that "reaches for more power" when it is slowing significantly. Idk if it's the electronics or what. But I can stall the dewalt easier in glulams and wet treated timber. Otherwise the dewalt is faster. Haven't tried the Skilsaw YET
@@MostlyPeacefulCombatVet The Skill is definitely a beast bro. The HO batteries from Milwaukee Send more power when needed I believe, the larger cells help too. Really impressive for an 18v. I am excited to see how the 577 will hold up against this skil.
Me being a lefty, I personally wouldn't buy either one of these unless they came in a blade-right model. I got the Gen2 M18 7-1/4" circ and love it! So does the rest of the crew, gotta chase it down at times lol. I get the biggest kick outta watching right handers get that "lean" trying to look over the body of the saw to see the blade follow the line where for me it's clear as day! I could see why rightys would love a left-blade saw though, then I'd be the one struggling :) I'd have to say due to the dust extraction (although my Milwaukee clogs often too...), low to zero maintenance, and the wide range of tools for the platform, Milwaukee wins. I don't cut much MDF, but I've never experienced a cross-cut clog. It's always a rip cut getting them long shavings that seem to clog the Milwaukee quickly. Might try taking the port out and see if that alleviates the issue, it came with a replacement for dust extraction. I think the shute is just too narrow, maybe with it completely out it won't clog as often, if at all. I have my gripes about the dust extraction on the Milwaukee too though, Try cutting rafter tails off a ladder above your head pluming them up to accept a fascia board, then that port is blowing right in your face! I guess no matter the saw, it depends on what you're doing with it if the extraction is a benefit or a curse!
Thanks for the content bro! Like button SMEESHED! I love the m18 fuel. I did take that plate that comes with them off and run the dust collection adapter that they come with. Helped tremendously in treated timber. They never clog in standard lumber for whatever reason. I've noticed the blade makes a YUGE difference in how that dust is made and thrown also. We love our dcs577 dewalts! They are super fast in sheet goods and the detents are great. Milwaukee screwed up on that. But it's not a deal breaker for us. The run time on the milwaukee is crazy, and they keep going when we think they are going to stall out. Like they somehow reach for more juice. Just some things we have noticed. I always grab a fuel. The guys will grab whatever they see first with a battery in it. Lol! Great vid! Looking forward to the next tool duel! 💪🍻
I think the best cordless saw is the metabo 36 volt one. Lightweight but super powerful . The only drawback is it doesn't have a rafter hook which kind of sucks
My Milwaukee after a year and a half is a beast I have dropped it a whole bunch replaced the table lock the guard from a drop of 25 ft to rocks and she still spins strong and uses all the batteries I already own ..I was going to get the skillsaw and this was only a hold over till I had a big check but it's still kicking and I'm an convicted tool abuser .
@@ToolReviewZone I do own the Southpaw I use it as my backup to my Makita 36 rear handle. But much respect to Skil. They have brought a lot to the table. I do wish more saws were left blade.
Thank you all! I should buy both. They are very good . However I think that regardless of the performance, the us old dogs will stay with Skill just because we have our tricks with it and are too old to learn new ones. It would be very foolish to say this one is better than the other one. Both are great. I am in love with both ( foolish aint it???). My wife would buy neither, but that is different story. She doesn't drink beer either.
I have all milwaukee tools. Why would I buy another battery for just the skilsaw. I have the skilsaw, in a cord. Can the skilsaw take 18v batteries universal?
I'd love it if skill would do a professional line of at least a few other cordless tools off the skill saw battery... Give us an impact driver , drill w hammer ( or standard drill ) , roto hammer ads and saw all. Then we would have a reason to invest in the cordless worm drive But as it is gotta " kit out" with preferred cordless set. Then add on specific corded tools, then invest in cordless worm drive and charging for it... Just to have the benifits of a cordless skill saw that in the end takes up as much space a a corded skill saw plus extension cord
Man ole man , these are 2 bad ass saws. I'm going with the Milwaukee....I do believe in the long run the Milwaukee will last longer due to no maintenance....and the gazillion other tools on that particular platform. The Skil is a bad ass too....lots of power but what else does it offer ? Ok it does have a higher voltage battery but those who know .....know that volts really don't mean a whole lot.... remember 12 volts starts ur car everyday. I think it's very clear that the winner here is Milwaukee. I know this isn't relevant to the topic at hand however put a 8ah on the 6 1/2" fuel with a good blade and let it eat. Winner: Milwaukee
Antonio, there is no such thing as the pitch is “louder”. The pitch has nothing to do with the volume. What I can say is that different frequencies can effect how the audio is recorded, and most camera mic set ups such as (just an example) an iPhone will do its best to make quiet things louder and make louder things quieter. My air compressor is quiet as FUCK but it sounds loud over video, that is until I started to speak, the air compressor got quieter. Using and seeing these saws on jobs can allow me to confirm that the Milwaukee IS in fact quieter but this shouldn’t even effect any decision lol. There’s no reason why he would lie about the volume😂 are you slicing and dicing wood during church? I doubt it.. frankly Antonio, I doubt you even use power tools.
@@elderfarms yes there is a such thing as pitch can be louder the pitch is the frequency of the sound we hear as human we hear different pitches at different frequencies and a microphone amplifies the sounds and the software in the phone your refering to calculates and adjusts wether the audio needs to be louder and or softer and wether it needs to be brought to the forground or not oh and half of what your saying makes no sense I use power tools all the time you belive what you like what are you 13? You don't know me and I don't know you and you enjoy the drama you are trying to start take care.
Hi TRZ, Would it be possible to cover the dust extractor on the milwaukee 7 1/4" circular saw (left side blade) so the dust can go down under the blade guard? Just use to a corded style worm drive. Maybe a test and a future video? That's up to you my man, i know you are busy with other stuff. Would be nice if milwaukee made a solid cover plate for this section. Or made a second version without a dust extractor like the 6 1/2" circular saw.
Hi TRZ, I wish DeWalt or Milwaukee can make this model 7 1/4" circular saw (left side blade) with a top handle like their right blade circular saw. I tried the milwaukee and dewalt flexvolt rear handle and it's too bulky. Plus it's not a true rear worm drive circular saw. I will have to wait and see who will make it first, LOL...
Yeah bro, seems that they are all left sided blades which I actually like, but I know what you mean. The dewalt is definitely a beefy saw, Milwaukee not far behind
Both are impressive, and pretty close in price, I think the Milwaukee takes it though, I dont see much around in the skill battery line that can compare to the M18 of Milwaukee line of tools especially the Fuel line. My humble opinion is I would stay in the line of tool as my batteries for my other tools. Milwaukee overall just have better tools across the board. The skill was not impressive enough for me to own it over the milwaukee
When you say you did a review on the Milwaukee already you should put a pop up card in top right corner for that video would drive traffic to that video as well as help get more information out it's in settings when you click on this video in studio says cards under that is end screen might help you bro
I don’t mind the dust shoot on the Skilsaw at 45 degrees because when normal cutting it’s perfect shoots it to the side. At 45 degrees I’d just make something to stop it from hitting me. Overall I like the dust there vs the Milwaukee kicking it on your pants and shoes. I’d go for the Skilsaw but I’m on the Milwaukee platform and already about to buy a 12 MAH HO battery so will go will Milwaukee because of interchangeability since they’re close. I really like the Milwaukee look and feel but when it’s worn a bit doesn’t look so good. The design look and feel of the Skilsaw looks really to me but again I can’t see myself buying a saw and a battery I can’t use in anything else with the high price of batteries.
I am heavily invested in the Milwaukee line up so I couldn't wait for Milwaukee come out with rear handle. It was worth the wait as it's the most powerful saw I've ever owned, corded or cordless, and I've owned 8 before this one. I've used the skill but having used sidewinder from my teens I do not care much for the length, weight or balance of worm drives. The Milwaukee is heavier than my other saws but the promise of all the run time and power in a cordless saw enticed me to adapt to a different feeling saw. I'm glad I did. It's great.
Hi Dave. I haven't had any issues with it, but I've heard a few people say that. I didn't drop one bar making theses cuts, but maybe some are pushing theirs a bit harder?
Milwaukee is one of the best tools out there you can use the same battery for different tools I got 17 m18 12.0 I can run a factory with them lol and I love the colors of Milwaukee 🇦🇱🇦🇱🇦🇱🇦🇱🇦🇱 Albanian that’s what I am
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I own the True HVL, and to control where the dust goes I don't use a vacuum, but I do use the vacuum adaptor and angle it in the direction I want the dust to go. Just a tip!
I love that it says "kilsaw" when the guard is up. Probably true
Lmao, just noticed that haha
If your not careful 🤔
Skilsaw hands down. That worm drive makes a huge difference especially when ripping stacks of plywood. You can damned near run while cutting and that saw won't slow or bind.
But it’s very heavy
I’m honestly just so excited skilsaw came out with such a modern classic piece for all the old school guys bc the old worm drive had their downsides but were always what you wanted for bigger tasks and I think they will still be the same way now just in the modern era. I think they’re trying to be more of what they do best and I respect that more than anything else
Yeah Austin, I have been waiting a while for a saw like this from them. Glad they are stepping it up
There's no beating the history of the wormdrive skil, but when you look at the breadth of the battery platforms as a person who does more than just cut stuff with a circular saw I had to go with the Milwaukee because there's not much you can't do if you're on their battery platform.
Mow lawns
I use ego for my lawn anyway
@@Factoryseconds123 it seems Milwaukee decided to change that, as they're coming out with an M18 mower. lol
I have the cordless Skilsaw, now I need them to come out with either an 8 1/2 or 10 1/4 cordless Worm Drive next!!! I can see it now, the Cordless 48HVL SawSquatch!!!
I committed to M18 several years back when the "counterfeit" Dewalt batteries I bought on evilBay crapped the bed after a few months work. So it was a no brainer to go with Millie-Walkay on this saw and good to see it hold its own with Skil. I am adding a Prazi beam cutter to make anvil bases from 8x8 oak. Appreciate the review.
It's hard to compete with a Skilsaw worm drive. However if you are invested in the Milwaukee M18 tool line (like me) I would choose the Milwaukee. Thank you for the review.
I’m left handed and being left handed I have learned to use a worn drive saw with my right hand. Yes the first couple cut are a little off if it’s been a while since I have used it but I quickly adjust with no issues
I'm in the concrete business and I would love to see some of these saws cut 2x4 stakes that's where I always find the saws struggle the most. That would then be really interesting to see what happens
That's because you're trying to correct your cut line. On an angle cut for a stake there is too much surface of the wood pressing against the blade, it will work harder and either stall or kick-back. Commit to the angle you start cutting, you can't correct it half way when you realize you made a trapezoid shape instead of a stake.
Plumb cut them mofos to keep the initial angle you started with
No problem when you pin that guard up! Just make sure to un-pin immediately after your done cutting those stakes otherwise Osha will show up and start piss'n & moan'n! Lol! Well could be actually slot worse! Could be a hefty fine! I've been fortunate enough to get away with warnings so I'm real careful not to get caught with the guard pinned up, worse case scenario figure out approx. How many stakes you'll be needing and what lengths and cut them at home and bring them to the job? maybe cut them a little long cause you can always cut a little off, unless of course you can afford one of those super expensive M18 fuel board stretchers?
Even though I have a bunch of Milwaukee Tools because of the Acme deal I went with the Skilsaw. I have to admit, I'm really impressed how close this race seems to be in your video. I am curious how the Milwaukee will do in tough material like LVL. I was positive the Worm Drive Skilsaw would not have an issue and that's one of the big reasons I went with that one. Watching the dust fly out of the Skilsaw is another reason I picked that one. If I'm working inside on a remodel project I can control the Dust. If I'm outside I can put an elbow on it and direct it away from from me, win-win! Thanks for the video
We cut so many LVL and glulam with the fuel it's ridiculous. Standard and treated. The saws will not skip a beat. But both are bad ass saws. I'd like to play with the skil, but we have plenty of dewalts and fuels already. Taking the factory dust plate out and installing the included dust collection port did the trick for clogs when cutting treated LVL's, glulam and timber.
I've not needed it but 1 time... But the extremely easy, no hassle warranty milwaukee does is why I steer from other companies when possible. We still run several dewalt, mainly flexvolt. But when we have issues, we're just SOL.
I think you'll enjoy the Skilsaw though, and surely they will have table saws and miter saws coming out...... Hopefully 🍻
@@MostlyPeacefulCombatVet good to know! How is the battery life on the fuel under heavy working conditions?
Yeah Marty, I'm going to see if I can put the dust adapter on and direct it with that for the next video against the Dewalt
I just like that SKIL is a real worm drive not a look-a-like. Another hit song👍. The complete CD release should be soon or vinyl for us old schoolers 😁. I would rather use a dust collector on the SKIL than dig out clogs or the Milwaukee. for me SKIL wins again.
I definitely think I'm going to have a #1 album with this John. I can taste the fame now....or maybe that's just the MDF???
@@ToolReviewZone yeah better wear a dust mask with the MDF😂
@@johnrice9121 yeah bro, wifey just yelled at me for it lol
@@ToolReviewZone 🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂 Merry Christmas to you and your family!
I love the worm drive but it’s all about the battery. You would have to have two batteries to keep the saw going. I say M18 wins.
I have both and both are great however I'm old school and go with skillsaw on circular saws and Milwaukee on sawzall lol....both are great all around, I'm actually left handed but cut right or left comfortably. I keep both by my cut station and pick depending on witch way I pull measurements from.
Funny how battery platforms change that. Skilsaw worm drive and Milwaukee for super sawzall and hoe hawg in corded hand tools. Bosch Roto hammers, Makita grinders, porter cable belt sanders etc etc.
win for SkilSaw, raw smooth power!
Thanks C K!
No way in hell i would be able to deal with the saw dust blowing in my face
I got the Milwaukee one love it I have a skil corded one my dad had before he passed away skil is a good brand that worm drive is like 15 or 20 years old
Yeah buddy, it will definitely last you a very long time. The build quality on the saw is really good
No gracious
I like the milwaukee, just personal preference.
Both are powerhouses, would go with the Milwaukee because of the massive M18 lineup they have.
Thanks for the feedback Aaron!!
It was pretty close I think I'd go with the Milwaukee just because I'm in that platform so I would have plenty of batteries but the skill saw I like how it has plenty of power but it also throws the sawdust away from you so basically I don't think you could go wrong with either one
Yeah both great buddy. I do with they had a cap for that handle though
@@ToolReviewZone find a pipe a size too small and heat it to fit, put a fitting on that pipe to aim the dust. If it fits some standard pipe size that would be great but usually they just fit standard vacuum sizes.
@@Realism91 thanks Realism!
@@ToolReviewZone UA-cam keeps unsubscribing me from random channels I was subscribed to, anyways re-subscribed, been happening to me for 3 years I think.
@@Realism91 yeah bro, they have done the same to me before. Not sure what the deal is with that, but glad to see you back bro👊
You get a Grammy for the Xmas song
Hahaha, AWESOME!
Previously had the M18. Was a beat when it worked. Just stopped cutting one day on a job after 2 years owning it, then a few months later, hacksaw went to crap. No longer purchasing cutting tools from Milwaukee. Just ordered the skilsaw.
Mine arrived today. Charged up and ready to rock.
Makita still wins and wasn't even in the vid. 😉🤣🤣 Gun to my head, m18, only because I already have the 12ah battery. Love the Xmas tone. Thanks for doing that for us and God bless! 😁👍
Thanks for the comment my bro!
@@ToolReviewZone 👊
I’m a hands down Milwaukee guy I love there tools 🛠 but when it comes to the saws skill saw for the win and also when you buy a skill saw it comes with a nozzle and yes I know it’s meant to attach a vacuum to it but when I do the 45 cuts I put it on and away I go
Great video you make awesome content
Really like that skilsaw. Almost would have been better if there was no dust chute though
Yeah bro, it's really the only negative I have about this saw
@@ToolReviewZone We'll there's a few drawbacks. They only have one tool to use the battery on,. Nowadays people are investing in one brand so they always have batteries for the same brand type thing.
Although my other tools are Milwaukee, I would gladly deal with the additional batteries that come with the Skil. I love Skil circular saws.
Can the Milwaukee be used with the prazzi beam cutter even though it’s not a worm drive?
i ordered the plug from amazon. the same one they sell for tile saw pan. it fits perfectly on the skill saw handle
Do like the Milwaukee raft or hook, compared to other brands.....it’s pretty great. Far as “wormdrive” saws....think Skil is the only brand that has the market on “wormdrive” saws; but, how many ppl actually change the oil in their Skil wormdrive saws🤔, or do other other maintenance? What IS nice, can buy parts for the Skil pretty much Anywhere, & using those “parts etc...” isn’t hard at all, which is N I C E🤗 Last thing, the Skil dust chute is the BEST I’ve seen out there, it’s a freaking “snow blower”🤣 for throwing saw dust; but is it the “best” for you & what ya need.....that’s the question 😆
Until the day comes that we can “customize” & create a saw to order, like a PC; you’re just gonna have to pick which is the best “for you”.....& might come down to battery platform your in, or even price..... But whatever ya choose, gonna be a good deal👍🏻
7:51 🤣🤣🤣🤣, also.....doesn’t MDF have formaldehyde in it, that’s what I hear🤔🤣🤣🤣
Cheers✌🏼
What's up Aepek! MDF is the Devil, so I'm sure it probably has all kind of crap in it lol. Yeah for me the Milwaukee has the best hook, but that's just my opinion. As for the dust shoot, Milwaukee is probably the worst, but if you use the elbow that comes with the Skil, you can adjust the flow bro 😎👊
I got the milwaukee imported to England as soon as it came out and with the import duties it cost a fair bit but what a saw !I would be in two minds if skilsaw had released their saw earlier. Top class saws both of them
Skilsaw is a beast! Gets my vote!
I have used a older Skilsaw hd 77 I do like it I have heard the new cordless is way more power but if you not in the trades or do not need that need power with both batteries and price go Milwaukee or if your money is tighter then go corded from both brands
I’ve had the Milwaukee for over two years now. I finally got the Skilsaw and it is better. I strictly use my Skilsaw now. It sucks I have two different battery platforms on my truck now but that’s how much I like the Skilsaw. The Skilsaw is narrower too which helps when you’re hanging up in those rafters trying to make cuts. I find it funny I like that dust shoot on the Skilsaw and never liked my Milwaukee dust shoot, I guess it’s the way I use the saw.
I do like that the Milwaukee kicks the dust out the side
if you are not doing a 90, the skil works awesome getting that dust away. I'm going to try a few things with the Skil to see if I can mitigate it a bit.
I just have to go with skilsaw cause, where I come from nobody really calls them wormdrive saws, Everyone refers to wormdrive as skilsaw, if I want a sawzall I buy millwaukie, a rotohammer makita and a Skilsaw I buy Skil, old habits I guess, Milwaukee has come along way though with their cordless M18 fuel line, but I pick Skil for this!
all my tools are milwaukee and but I had to pick up the skillsaw with two batteries no regrets
Now this a original video.
MDF breaks when you pick it up.
Mobile homes flooring is MDF.
As well as cheaply built homes.
My vote skills skillsaw.
One question battery life?
And number of cuts before battery fatigues?
Ever thought of Makita and Hilti, in your comparison?
I adjusted the bevel lock to a down position on the Milwaukee it makes it so much better I don't know why they didn't do that in factory doesn't spin around and just have to turn a hair and it can move easy and lock it right back in.
Milwaukee is a winner for the dust shoot but the ski saw is the winner for the video for the cut depth as well as the power and easy to read for the bevel
Yeah bro, that Skil an an absolute powerhouse. They did this right
I like the skill saw but you would need to modify the dust port somehow. That being said, I would buy the Milwaukee anyway because I already have Milwaukee batteries and it looks like a good saw. Great video TRZ!
Thanks smoken! Yeah I like how it tosses out the dust, but at the 45 mark it definitely shots it out. Needs a cap or something?
How many cuts can I get from from the millwaukee
I would love either one at this point. Great video bro👍🔨
I hear ya brother. Thanks Justin 👊
That Milwaukee will be my next purchase.
Definitely an awesome saw Dale
@@ToolReviewZone It looks impressive! I have the original 6.5 inch circular saw by Milwaukee provided by the company I work for and it has been reliable but I do not like that blade size and it's outdated now.
Saw is ordered and should arrive this week. I just bought a DeWalt 7 1/4 inch XR saw also, so it will be interesting to compare the two.
Awesome bro, definitely let me know how you like them👊👊👊👊
Love it! Its now my most used tool!!
Skil all day and I’m a Milwaukee guy, plus you can put the dust collection head on and point the dust away without using the vacuum… With that being said I am a Milwaukee guy so unfortunately I’ll be getting the M18
I'm part of the 10% so the answer is C, the other Milwaukee 7 1/4"
Well if the Makita and its 36v couldn't keep up with the Skilsaw, the Milwuakee certainly wasn't gonna. But the advantage isn't so great that i'd rush out and buy the Skilsaw if I had either one.
I thought the larger cells in the HO battery would play a role, but that damn Skill is a beast. Wondering how the Dewalt will do. It's a monster too
@@ToolReviewZone Yeah the Dewalt matchup is the one I really wanna see!
The 36v makita is great. But even with its 36 v vs m18 fuels 18..... The fuel out cuts the Makita. That little Makita is a smooth saw though.
My favorites are....
The dewalt 577.... In sheet goods it is fast. Super fast. And the bevel stops are nice.
The m18 fuel..... The only saw that I've had that "reaches for more power" when it is slowing significantly. Idk if it's the electronics or what. But I can stall the dewalt easier in glulams and wet treated timber. Otherwise the dewalt is faster.
Haven't tried the Skilsaw YET
@@MostlyPeacefulCombatVet Fair enough, I took for granted that the Makita would've been more powerful. Guess the marketing got me, haha.
@@MostlyPeacefulCombatVet The Skill is definitely a beast bro. The HO batteries from Milwaukee Send more power when needed I believe, the larger cells help too. Really impressive for an 18v. I am excited to see how the 577 will hold up against this skil.
Me being a lefty, I personally wouldn't buy either one of these unless they came in a blade-right model. I got the Gen2 M18 7-1/4" circ and love it! So does the rest of the crew, gotta chase it down at times lol. I get the biggest kick outta watching right handers get that "lean" trying to look over the body of the saw to see the blade follow the line where for me it's clear as day! I could see why rightys would love a left-blade saw though, then I'd be the one struggling :)
I'd have to say due to the dust extraction (although my Milwaukee clogs often too...), low to zero maintenance, and the wide range of tools for the platform, Milwaukee wins.
I don't cut much MDF, but I've never experienced a cross-cut clog. It's always a rip cut getting them long shavings that seem to clog the Milwaukee quickly. Might try taking the port out and see if that alleviates the issue, it came with a replacement for dust extraction. I think the shute is just too narrow, maybe with it completely out it won't clog as often, if at all.
I have my gripes about the dust extraction on the Milwaukee too though, Try cutting rafter tails off a ladder above your head pluming them up to accept a fascia board, then that port is blowing right in your face! I guess no matter the saw, it depends on what you're doing with it if the extraction is a benefit or a curse!
I have the Milwaukee and bought the Skilsaw. Any and all roof framing is way better with the Skilsaw
Thanks for the content bro! Like button SMEESHED! I love the m18 fuel. I did take that plate that comes with them off and run the dust collection adapter that they come with. Helped tremendously in treated timber. They never clog in standard lumber for whatever reason. I've noticed the blade makes a YUGE difference in how that dust is made and thrown also. We love our dcs577 dewalts! They are super fast in sheet goods and the detents are great. Milwaukee screwed up on that. But it's not a deal breaker for us. The run time on the milwaukee is crazy, and they keep going when we think they are going to stall out. Like they somehow reach for more juice. Just some things we have noticed. I always grab a fuel. The guys will grab whatever they see first with a battery in it. Lol!
Great vid!
Looking forward to the next tool duel! 💪🍻
I’d go with the Milwaukee
Thanks Nate!
My Milwaukee's all take same battery can't say same for skilsaw so clearly Milwaukee wins
If skill saw had some other tools for that beast of a battery it couldn’t be beat but with that said I give it too Milwaukee.
I think we will start seeing some new tools coming out soon Jed. I'm hoping anyway
I have the Milwaukee but that skilsaw is a beast! Is there anyway to collect dust on the Milwaukee with a vacuum?
Guys I've worked with who had the old Porter Cable put a copper 90 in the dust chute to send the sawdust where they wanted it.
How do these saws compare to the dewalts worm drive style (Dcs577)?
I did a bunch of videos comparing them to the dewalt and the dewalt was a monster. Basically won every tool duel
Tool Review Zone haha, I’ll search for the videos on your channel. And guess I’m going to get a dewalt! Haha
What's the battery life on these saws, and how long is the charge time? Thanks
I think the best cordless saw is the metabo 36 volt one. Lightweight but super powerful . The only drawback is it doesn't have a rafter hook which kind of sucks
Best review of this tools tools guys great job, funny as f**k😂
Haha, thanks Joe!!!!
2.5" cut depth is awesome. Cuts a 3x4
How long does those batteries last on the skilsaw77?
No question the skilsaw definitely wins this contest
My Milwaukee after a year and a half is a beast I have dropped it a whole bunch replaced the table lock the guard from a drop of 25 ft to rocks and she still spins strong and uses all the batteries I already own ..I was going to get the skillsaw and this was only a hold over till I had a big check but it's still kicking and I'm an convicted tool abuser .
Thank you for letting me know about the deal. You just got a subscriber.
You are very welcome, and welcome to the channel Kervin!!!
@@ToolReviewZone I just bought two!!! I'll tell my wife when it's delivered. 🤫🤫🤫
I have all Milwaukee but I still bought the skil
Skill doesn't have any additional tools. Love the legend of the Skill. But I can't buy for only one tool.
I have a feeling they will be coming out with a bunch more
@@ToolReviewZone I do own the Southpaw I use it as my backup to my Makita 36 rear handle. But much respect to Skil. They have brought a lot to the table. I do wish more saws were left blade.
About time someone did this
Thank you all! I should buy both. They are very good . However I think that regardless of the performance, the us old dogs will stay with Skill just because we have our tricks with it and are too old to learn new ones. It would be very foolish to say this one is better than the other one. Both are great. I am in love with both ( foolish aint it???). My wife would buy neither, but that is different story. She doesn't drink beer either.
Hahaha, thanks for the awesome comment Wendell!
I have all milwaukee tools. Why would I buy another battery for just the skilsaw. I have the skilsaw, in a cord. Can the skilsaw take 18v batteries universal?
I'd love it if skill would do a professional line of at least a few other cordless tools off the skill saw battery... Give us an impact driver , drill w hammer ( or standard drill ) , roto hammer ads and saw all.
Then we would have a reason to invest in the cordless worm drive
But as it is gotta " kit out" with preferred cordless set. Then add on specific corded tools, then invest in cordless worm drive and charging for it...
Just to have the benifits of a cordless skill saw that in the end takes up as much space a a corded skill saw plus extension cord
Man ole man , these are 2 bad ass saws. I'm going with the Milwaukee....I do believe in the long run the Milwaukee will last longer due to no maintenance....and the gazillion other tools on that particular platform. The Skil is a bad ass too....lots of power but what else does it offer ? Ok it does have a higher voltage battery but those who know .....know that volts really don't mean a whole lot.... remember 12 volts starts ur car everyday. I think it's very clear that the winner here is Milwaukee. I know this isn't relevant to the topic at hand however put a 8ah on the 6 1/2" fuel with a good blade and let it eat.
Winner: Milwaukee
Thanks for the awesome feedback Donny! Seems like the Mikwaukee is taking the lead
It's all about the batteries
The Milwaukee pitch is way louder! oh really in person the Milwaukee is quieter? interesting.
Yeah, actually sounds louder on the video for some reason bro?
Antonio, there is no such thing as the pitch is “louder”. The pitch has nothing to do with the volume. What I can say is that different frequencies can effect how the audio is recorded, and most camera mic set ups such as (just an example) an iPhone will do its best to make quiet things louder and make louder things quieter. My air compressor is quiet as FUCK but it sounds loud over video, that is until I started to speak, the air compressor got quieter.
Using and seeing these saws on jobs can allow me to confirm that the Milwaukee IS in fact quieter but this shouldn’t even effect any decision lol. There’s no reason why he would lie about the volume😂 are you slicing and dicing wood during church? I doubt it.. frankly Antonio, I doubt you even use power tools.
@@elderfarms yes there is a such thing as pitch can be louder the pitch is the frequency of the sound we hear as human we hear different pitches at different frequencies and a microphone amplifies the sounds and the software in the phone your refering to calculates and adjusts wether the audio needs to be louder and or softer and wether it needs to be brought to the forground or not oh and half of what your saying makes no sense I use power tools all the time you belive what you like what are you 13? You don't know me and I don't know you and you enjoy the drama you are trying to start take care.
milwaukee $250 - 12amp battz can power moor toolz - thn skill haz to offer
Yeah, I definitely think this is the downside with the skil, but I have heard that they are coming out with new cordless tools.
Hi TRZ,
Would it be possible to cover the dust extractor on the milwaukee 7 1/4" circular saw (left side blade) so the dust can go down under the blade guard? Just use to a corded style worm drive. Maybe a test and a future video? That's up to you my man, i know you are busy with other stuff.
Would be nice if milwaukee made a solid cover plate for this section. Or made a second version without a dust extractor like the 6 1/2" circular saw.
Mdf dust is extremely hazardous to your health try not to breath that stuff .
Lmfao at the song
Instant classic bro!
I saw on a video skil saw bringing out a larger version
Team m18
Vote for Team 18 noted... thanks Hamed!
Skill 💯
do a review in the new skil cordless the one that looks like makita mattblack and red
Skillsaw was great but disappointed with all that dust on face nice video dude.
Thanks bro. I'm going to try something different with the dust attachment in the dewalt vid. Maybe I can deflect it downward
1ninety angle like something they sell at Home Depot you could put in that hole hmmmmmm.
Test em both with 12.0 batteries so it's even
Hi TRZ,
I wish DeWalt or Milwaukee can make this model 7 1/4" circular saw (left side blade) with a top handle like their right blade circular saw.
I tried the milwaukee and dewalt flexvolt rear handle and it's too bulky. Plus it's not a true rear worm drive circular saw.
I will have to wait and see who will make it first, LOL...
Yeah bro, seems that they are all left sided blades which I actually like, but I know what you mean. The dewalt is definitely a beefy saw, Milwaukee not far behind
SAME
7:40 Holy mesothelioma!
lol
@@ToolReviewZone Awesome channel. I just found you yesterday and you have some great content. You earned yourself another subscriber.👍
@@EM-fi2qg Awesome E30! Welcome to the channel buddy, glad to have you 👊
MIlwaukee!!!!!!
Both are impressive, and pretty close in price, I think the Milwaukee takes it though, I dont see much around in the skill battery line that can compare to the M18 of Milwaukee line of tools especially the Fuel line. My humble opinion is I would stay in the line of tool as my batteries for my other tools. Milwaukee overall just have better tools across the board. The skill was not impressive enough for me to own it over the milwaukee
From what I know all skils other tools use different batteries anyway, the saw is the only thing using the hvl battery
When you say you did a review on the Milwaukee already you should put a pop up card in top right corner for that video would drive traffic to that video as well as help get more information out it's in settings when you click on this video in studio says cards under that is end screen might help you bro
Do you know what the preferred oil is for the Skilsaw? Is it the same as the corded 77?
Yes sir. You can get the oil at Home Depot or on-line
Will Milwaukee honor the warranty from where you buy your milwaukee products?
That they do because their tools don’t last. I had a corded worm drive skilsaw that lasted ten year and going
I don’t mind the dust shoot on the Skilsaw at 45 degrees because when normal cutting it’s perfect shoots it to the side. At 45 degrees I’d just make something to stop it from hitting me. Overall I like the dust there vs the Milwaukee kicking it on your pants and shoes.
I’d go for the Skilsaw but I’m on the Milwaukee platform and already about to buy a 12 MAH HO battery so will go will Milwaukee because of interchangeability since they’re close.
I really like the Milwaukee look and feel but when it’s worn a bit doesn’t look so good. The design look and feel of the Skilsaw looks really to me but again I can’t see myself buying a saw and a battery I can’t use in anything else with the high price of batteries.
I am heavily invested in the Milwaukee line up so I couldn't wait for Milwaukee come out with rear handle. It was worth the wait as it's the most powerful saw I've ever owned, corded or cordless, and I've owned 8 before this one. I've used the skill but having used sidewinder from my teens I do not care much for the length, weight or balance of worm drives. The Milwaukee is heavier than my other saws but the promise of all the run time and power in a cordless saw enticed me to adapt to a different feeling saw. I'm glad I did. It's great.
I heard the skilsaws battery life sucks. Is this true?
Hi Dave. I haven't had any issues with it, but I've heard a few people say that. I didn't drop one bar making theses cuts, but maybe some are pushing theirs a bit harder?
Oh boy this video still has me undecided. Ugh....which one to get? 😟
Haha, sorry I couldn't help more
@@ToolReviewZone I hear ya. Both are amazing
Skil 48v saw kit is $259 @ Lowes.
All time low.
I’m so exite I’m just got milwakee
Tried both and skil is to damm heavy
3:45 "Kilsaw"
Take off the plastic on the Milwaukee
You know if you use a 18 teeth blade the results will be different on both saws
Yeah, ill throw some new blades on for the dewalt challenge
Milwaukee is one of the best tools out there you can use the same battery for different tools I got 17 m18 12.0 I can run a factory with them lol and I love the colors of Milwaukee 🇦🇱🇦🇱🇦🇱🇦🇱🇦🇱 Albanian that’s what I am
Milwaukee
skilsaw always