With its 18-volt NiCad power system, the Bosch 3918 10-inch compound miter saw provides effective cutting power without having to rely on access to an outlet. The cordless design adds a welcome level of convenience to a variety of carpentry or remodeling tasks, letting the user tackle jobs regardless of their location.

With a fully charged battery, you can make up to 100 cuts in 1x6-inch pine. The battery only takes about an hour to charge, but if you need even more non-stop capacity, you could invest in a second battery so you can always have one charging and never run out of juice. Or, if continuous power is more important than portability, it might make more sense to bypass the battery power entirely and stick with a corded model.

This tool features a 20-3/4-inch wide aluminum base, which provides plenty of stability. And Bosch's miter detent system makes it easy to cut consistently and precisely. The entire kit includes the saw, a 2.4-amp battery, charger, 10-tooth circular saw blade, wrench blade, dust bag and material clamp. You can also purchase the Bosch 3918B 10-inch compound miter saw separately, without the extras.


Pros: Powerful, cordless
Cons: Comes with one battery only

Warranty
18 months, battery life; 1 year, tool replacement (register product for free); 2 years, repairs