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Best New Tools Quick Hits
- Milwaukee Big Hawg 7-Piece Carbide Hole Saw Set – Buy from Acme Tools
Jump to this Tool ↓ - Ryobi 18V One+ HP Brushless Compact Router – Buy from Home Depot
Jump to this Tool ↓ - Makita 40V max XGT High Torque String Trimmer – Find a Dealer
Jump to this Tool ↓ - Flex 24V Random Orbital Polisher – Buy from Acme Tools
Jump to this Tool ↓ - Echo Self-Propelled Gas Lawn Mower – Buy from Costco
Jump to this Tool ↓ - Skil PWRCore 20 6 1/2-inch Circular Saw – Buy at Acme Tools
Jump to this Tool ↓ - Ridgid 18V SubCompact Band Saw– Buy from Acme Tools
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Best New Tools Announced for January 2025
Milwaukee Big Hawg 7-Piece Carbide Hole Saw Set
In our testing, the Milwaukee Big Hawg Carbide Tooth Hole Saws displayed fast, confident cutting power. The brand designed these hole saws for professionals tackling tough materials, like nail-embedded wood, masonry, and other applications. This set is comprised of 7 pieces: 3 hole saws (3-5/8-inch, 2-9/16-inch, and 2-1/8-inch), along with a quick-change arbor, a diamond sharpening stone, and pilot bits for masonry and wood. Its carbide teeth chew through dense materials, and the deep grooves make it easy to remove when the cut is complete.
- Included Sizes: 2-1/8 in., 2-9/16 in., 3-5/8 in.
- Wood and masonry pilot bits
- Quick-change arbor
- Diamond sharpening file
Price: $139.97
Ryobi 18V One+ HP Brushless Compact Router
While the updates on Ryobi’s latest cordless router look subtle at first glance, they are meaningful. The PBLRR01 features a brushless motor that drives speeds of up to 30,000 RPM with six speed settings. Its die-cast components improve durability and performance. This model’s performance puts it in line with big players like the Milwaukee 2723 router and Flex’s FX4221. Plus, it features convenient design features like centrally-located controls, a micro-depth adjustment dial, and a compact form factor.
- Model: Ryobi PBLRR01
- No-Load Speed: 15,000-30,000 RPM
- Speed Modes: 6
- Max Bit Diameter: 1-1/2 in.
- Collet: 1/4 in.
- Length: 6 7/8-inch
Price: $129 bare, $179 kit with 2.0Ah battery and charger
Makita 40V max XGT High Torque String Trimmer
Makita’s GRU07 High Torque String Trimmer is on the brand’s 40V lineup of battery-powered outdoor power equipment. It features an 18-inch cutting swath, making it Makita’s largest 40V max XGT string trimmer to date. This model’s brushless motor delivers speeds of up to 5700 RPM, with a gas equivalence of 35cc. What separates it from the pack is its high torque boost mode, which provides up to 20% more torque than the GRU03, letting you maintain high speeds even under demanding loads.
- Model: Makita GRU07
- Power equivalency: 35cc
- No-Load Speed: 5700 RPM
- Cutting Swath: 18 in.
- Weight: 11.7 lbs. (bare tool), 14.6 lbs. (with kitted 5.0Ah battery)
- Shaft Material: Steel
- Length: 76.5 in.
Price: TBA
Flex 24V Random Orbital Polisher
The Flex 24V Random Orbital Polisher features a brushless motor that drives orbit speeds of up to 4350 RPM with 6 speed settings. With an orbit rate ranging from 2700 to 8700 OPM, its performance is right in line with what we expect from pro-grade polishers. This tool has a slender grip and large front pommel to keep the tool steady, offering a familiar feel to a corded model. Plus, its free-spinning random motion makes it harder to burn through auto paint, making it ideal for both beginners and pros.
- Model: Flex FX3321
- No-load speed: 1250-4350 RPM
- Orbit rate: 2700-8700 OPM
- Orbit diameter: 15mm (0.59 in.)
- 6 speed settings
- Pad diameter: 5.75 in.
Price: $539 bare, $679 kit with a 5.0Ah battery and charger
Echo Self-Propelled Gas Lawn Mower
While battery-powered tools have become a hot topic in recent times, Echo’s newest gas-powered lawn mower proves that gas is still as relevant as ever, especially when it comes to OPE. The LM-2119SP mower features a 190cc Briggs & Stratton engine. Its 21-inch mowing deck makes it ideal for lawns up to 1 acre in size, while a dual-blade design ensures a good quality cut in a variety of grass types. Not only that, but its variable-speed self-propelled function automatically adapts to your walking pace, reducing fatigue during long mowing jobs.
- Model: Echo LM-2119SP
- Engine displacement: 190cc
- 21-inch deck
- Variable speed
- Self-propelled
- Dual-blade design
Price: $579
Skil PWRCore 20 6 1/2-inch Circular Saw
After taking the Skil CR6413 circular saw for a spin, it’s clear that the brand didn’t skimp on performance. Its brushless motor spins the blade at speeds of up to 5500 RPM, which is slightly quicker than average for this class of saw. It powers through high-demand cuts, and even makes full passes in 2x material thanks to its 2 1/4-inch max cutting depth. Skil made a few changes to this saw’s design compared to past iterations, notably opting for a blade-left design and adding in a shadow-line LED light for easier visibility on your workpiece. For serious DIYers and project-oriented homeowners, this saw offers the features you need at a price tag that doesn’t burn a hole in your budget.
- Model: Skil CR6413
- No-Load Speed: 5500 RPM
- Arbor: 5/8 in.
- Max Cut Depth: 2-1/4 in. (at 90°), 1-5/8 in. (at 45°)
- Max Bevel: 45°
Price: $149.99 kit with a 2.0Ah battery and charger
Ridgid 18V SubCompact Band Saw
The Ridgid R87040 band saw features a brushless motor that spins the 30 9/16-inch blade up to 580 SFPM. With this speed, you can cut a variety of materials, like metal, PVC, and wood. A 2-1/2-inch cut capacity comes in handy on electrical, plumbing, and industrial MRO applications. Comparing the new model to Ridgid’s previous (brushed) iteration, the R87040 drops over a pound in weight and opts for a slightly shorter blade length. Overall, if you’re looking for a compact yet capable band saw that won’t break the bank, this tool has you covered.
- Model: Ridgid R87040
- No-load speed: 0-580 SFPM
- Cut capacity: 2-1/2 in.
- Blade length: 30-9/16 in.
- Blade width: 1/2 in.
Price: $199 bare
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