
Milwaukee M18 Fuel 4-in Circular Saw
Score: 88/100
Milwaukee M18 FUEL Circular Saw
Score: 82/100Rankings

The Milwaukee 2732-20 M18 FUEL 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw is a high-performance tool-only saw featuring a POWERSTATE brushless motor and REDLINK PLUS intelligence. It offers corded-like power with a magnesium construction for durability. It is best suited for professional framers and carpenters who need cordless freedom with corded power for framing and ripping OSB/plywood.

The Milwaukee M18 Fuel 6-1/2" Circular Saw is a lightweight, brushless cordless tool designed for professional framing and woodworking tasks. Its main limitation is an obstructed sight line at square cuts, which can affect alignment precision. It is best suited for professionals needing a compact saw for overhead or tight-space cuts in 2x lumber and OSB.
| Attribute | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
7.25 inchesbest | 6.5 inches | |
2.5 inchesbest | 2.25 inches | |
5,800 RPM | 6,000 RPMbest | |
50 degreesbest | 50 degreesbest | |
18 Vbest | 18 Vbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 9.2 lbs | 6.7 lbsbest |
0.625 inchesbest | 0.625 inchesbest | |
5 yearsbest | — |
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Performance & Cutting(3) | ||
Blade Diameter (inches) | 7.25 inches | 6.5 inches |
Cutting Depth at 90 Degrees (inches) | 2.5 inches | 2.25 inches |
No-Load Speed (RPM) | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
General & Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty Length (years) | 5 years | years |
Design & Ergonomics(2) | ||
Weight (lbs) | 9.2 lbs | 6.7 lbs |
Handle Type | null | |
Features & Accessories(2) | ||
Spindle Lock | true | |
Included Blade | true | false |

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Professional reviewers praise the Milwaukee 2732-20 for its 'Next Breakthrough' power, noting that the Gen 2 upgrade successfully matches the performance of 15A corded saws.
Everyday users and field professionals appreciate the smooth operation of the blade guard and the ease of adjusting depth and bevel settings. The primary recurring complaint is the significant weight when using large capacity batteries.




Professional reviewers praise the Milwaukee M18 Fuel 6-1/2" Circular Saw for its confident cutting power, lightweight design, and improved speed, noting that the 6,000 RPM motor enables rips through demanding materials.
Everyday users commonly praise the tool's lightweight maneuverability and long runtime on high-output batteries, which support full-day framing jobs.