Best portable band saw

[Tucko]

I'm looking to get a used portable band saw. Not interested in a cordless one. I only have experience with Milwaukee, and like them just fine, but was thinking perhaps there were better options. How's the Porter Cable? Dewalt? Any opinions? Has anyone had a chance to compare them?

 

[Jamie V]

I use portabands all the time and I prefer the Milwaukee, then porter cable then dewalt. The dewalt is nice but I don't think the offset of the blade is enough.

 

[Wanna Ride]

Hard to beat Milwaukee on some tools. This is one of them.

 

[johndeereman]

Definitely Milwaukee on this one both corded and cordless model's.

 

[PT Doc]

My Milwaukee has served me well. Just make sure the tires on the wheel have the male rectangles aligned weell with the female rectangles to ensure they are flat. That will make the blade run smooth and not lurch.

 

[thebeekeeper1]

I have the Milwaukee and love it. My retired millwright buddy who first introduced me to them had a Porter Cable, but when he wore it out he replaced it with Milwaukee.