
Milwaukee 6232-20
Score: 88/100
DeWalt DCS376
Score: 88/100Rankings

The Milwaukee 6232 is a corded deep cut variable speed band saw designed for professional contractors needing industry-leading 5x5 inch cutting capacity. It features an 11 Amp motor with Constant Power Technology and a lightweight 14.5 lb design with durable housing. It is best suited for industrial metalworkers and fabricators working with large metal stock or pipe.

The DEWALT DCS376B is a 20V MAX XR cordless brushless deep cut band saw designed for high-capacity metal cutting tasks. It features a variable speed motor reaching 490 SFPM and a rectangular cutting capacity of 5 in. x 4-3/4 in., making it suitable for heavy-duty fabrication. It is ideal for professionals needing portable, high-capacity cutting without cords.
| Attribute | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
5 inbest | 5 inbest | |
11 HP | 20 HPbest | |
380 RPM | 490 RPMbest | |
120 Vbest | 18 V | |
| ↓ lower better | 14.5 lbs | 14.49 lbsbest |
44.875 inbest | 44.875 inbest | |
12.13 inbest | 6.27 in | |
6.14 in | 11 inbest |
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| Attribute | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
Portability & Build(1) | ||
Weight (lbs) | 14.5 lbs | 14.49 lbs |
Power & Performance(4) | ||
Motor Power (HP) | 11 HP | 20 HP |
Blade Speed (RPM) | 380 RPM | 490 RPM |
Nominal Voltage (V) | 120 V | 18 V |
Motor Type | Brushed | Brushless |
Blade & Guides(1) | ||
Blade Guide Type | Adjustable Shoe | Tool-less lever |
Dimensions(3) | ||
Overall Height (in) | 12.13 in | 6.27 in |
Overall Width (in) | 6.14 in | 11.0 in |
Overall Length (in) | 21.65 in | 22.4 in |


Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).

Professional reviewers praise the Milwaukee 6232 as a game-changing tool for contractors, highlighting its industry-leading 5 x 5 inch capacity and 11 Amp power.
While direct consumer reviews are limited, professional demos reflect high satisfaction regarding the tool's balance and light weight.

Professional review excerpts are not available in the source data. However, product pages and retailer descriptions position the DCS374B as a pro-grade upgrade within the 20V lineup, highlighting its power for tough jobs, large cutting capacity, and brushless efficiency.
No user reviews or feedback data is available in the source results. Common themes cannot be detailed, though specs suggest potential praise for capacity and runtime, with possible complaints regarding the 12.4 lb weight.

