Milwaukee 2833-20

Milwaukee 2833-20

By Milwaukee · Circular Saws · Power Tools

  • No-load speed 6000 rpm
  • Depth of cut 2-1/4 in at 90 degrees
  • Depth of cut 1-5/8 in at 45 degrees
  • Bevel 50 degrees
  • Weight 6.3 lb

Lowest price seen
$229.00
from $229.00 at The Power Tool Store · Checked Oct 11, 2026

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Summary

A tool-only M18 FUEL 6-1/2" brushless circular saw for users already invested in Milwaukee’s battery platform. Check whether you own M18 batteries before buying: the bare tool ships without one, and the total cost depends on it.

Strengths

  • 6,000 RPM brushless motor is 1,000 RPM faster than the 2730-20 predecessor.
  • Magnesium shoe and guards keep weight down without giving up durability.
  • Positive bevel and depth detents make repeat cuts fast.
  • Electric blade brake stops the blade quickly after trigger release.
  • Up to 300 cuts per charge on a HIGH OUTPUT XC6.0 battery (not included).
  • 5-year tool warranty is above average for cordless power tools.

Weaknesses

  • Blade-right configuration obstructs the sight line for right-handed users cutting at 90 degrees.
  • The inline front pommel feels cramped for right-handed users.
  • Tool-only configuration means the real cost includes a battery and charger if you do not already own them.
  • No spindle lock, which makes blade changes slower than on competing saws.
  • No variable speed trigger.
  • Independent test data is thin beyond one Pro Tool Reviews hands-on review.

Verified specifications

MotorPOWERSTATE Brushless, 6,000 RPM no-load.
Blade diameter6-1/2 in; 5/8 in arbor.
Depth of cut at 90 degrees2-1/4 in.
Depth of cut at 45 degrees1-9/16 in per Pro Tool Reviews and Construction Tool Warehouse; the Amazon listing says 1-5/8 in (see below).
Bevel capacity50 degrees, with detents at 22.5 degrees and 45 degrees.
Depth detents1/2 in, 3/4 in, and 1-1/2 in.
Electric blade brakeyes.
LED work lightyes.
Rafter hook and belt hookintegrated.
Dust portintegrated on guard, vacuum adapter included.
Shoe and guardsmagnesium.
Weight (bare tool)6.3 lbs per Acme Tools and Construction Tool Warehouse; Pro Tool Reviews lists 6.7 lbs.
Weight with battery8.75 lbs with a Forge XC6.0Ah battery.
Tool length11.75 in; height: 7.6 in.
Includedsaw, blade, blade wrench, vacuum adapter.
Battery and chargernot included (tool only).
Compatibilityall M18 REDLITHIUM batteries.
Warranty5-year limited tool warranty; battery packs carry separate 2- or 3-year warranties.
Full research notes and sources

Cutting power and speed

Milwaukee claims the 2833-20 delivers up to 20% more power and up to 40% faster cutting than the 2730-20 it replaces, with a no-load speed of 6,000 RPM. Pro Tool Reviews tested the saw in July 2024 through 2x pressure-treated lumber and double-stacked 3/4 in OSB rip cuts and reported confident cutting power with no blade-guard hangup during compound miter cuts. The reviewer praised the lightweight design and positive detents. In a 2026 PTR head-to-head, the related 2834-20 (the 7-1/4 in rear-handle sibling) posted the fastest 7-foot rip-cut time among 12 cordless saws at 9.76 seconds, though the 2833-20 itself was not directly tested in that rig.

Sight line and handling

The blade-right configuration that keeps the saw compact also blocks the sight line for right-handed users cutting at 90 degrees, according to Pro Tool Reviews. The shoe has alignment notches to help compensate, but the workaround is not ideal. The inline front pommel also feels cramped for right-handed users, which can fatigue your lead hand on long cuts. Left-handed users report fewer issues. The saw is well-balanced and easy to use with a 6.0Ah battery attached, PTR notes.

Batteries and ownership costs

The “-20” suffix means bare tool: no battery, no charger. If you already own M18 REDLITHIUM packs, the 2833-20 slots into your kit at the bare-tool price. If you do not, add the cost of a battery and charger before comparing it to kit-priced competitors. The kit with a High-Output XC8.0Ah battery, thin-kerf 24T blade, and removable dust port was $419 at launch (Pro Tool Reviews, July 2024). Recurring costs are replacement blades and battery degradation over time. Battery packs carry their own 2- or 3-year warranties separate from the 5-year tool warranty.

Is it worth it?

At $115–$161 — the clearance prices Reddit owners have reported — the 2833-20 is a strong buy for M18 owners who want a lightweight brushless 6-1/2 in saw. At $200–$229 it competes well against the DeWalt DCS391B ($99, brushed motor, 5,150 RPM, 1-5/8 in at 45 degrees) on brushless power, RPM, magnesium construction, and warranty length. Above $250 the value thins unless M18 compatibility is the deciding factor. The Power Tool Store listed the bare tool at $229.00 in October 2026.

Which model this is

This page covers the Milwaukee 2833-20, the Gen II M18 FUEL 6-1/2 in circular saw released in Q2 2024 as the replacement for the 2730-20. It is a distinct 6-1/2 in FUEL model — do not confuse it with the older brushed 2630-20/2631-20/2632-20 saws or the 7-1/4 in M18 FUEL saw (2732-20/2834-20). The Amazon listing is ASIN B0DSVHSGPV. Milwaukee’s official page identifies manual 58-14-0235 and parts list 54-40-2655.

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