Metabo HPT Miter Saws and MultiVolt Cordless Saws, Explained
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Metabo HPT, the tool brand formerly known as Hitachi Power Tools in North America, is known for accurate miter saws and for MultiVolt, a battery system where one 36V/18V battery runs both its 36V and 18V cordless tools. If you searched for a “Metabo cordless miter saw,” here is the honest answer up front: both miter saws in this guide are corded, meaning they plug into a wall outlet. The cordless options listed here are a table saw, two circular saws and a jig saw that run on MultiVolt or 18V batteries.
So the six products split into two groups: two corded miter saws for precise angled cuts (a compact 10-inch and a large 12-inch sliding model), and four battery-powered saws for ripping, framing and curved cuts away from an outlet.
Metabo HPT Saws Compared
| Model | Saw type | Power | Speed | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metabo HPT C10FCG2 | 10-inch compound miter saw | Corded, 15 amp, 120V | 5,000 RPM | 5 years |
| Metabo HPT C12RSH3 | 12-inch dual bevel sliding miter saw | Corded, 120V | 4,000 RPM | 5 years |
| Metabo HPT C3610DRJQ4 | 10-inch table saw | 36V MultiVolt battery or outlet | 5,000 RPM | 2 years |
| Metabo HPT C3607DWAQ4 | 7-1/4 inch rear handle circular saw | 36V MultiVolt, tool only | 5,100 RPM | Lifetime tool body |
| Metabo HPT CJ18DAQ4 | Jig saw | 18V battery, sold separately | 2,500 strokes per minute | Limited |
| Metabo HPT C3607DB | 7-1/4 inch circular saw kit | 36V MultiVolt, battery included | 6,000 RPM | Lifetime |
Metabo HPT 10-Inch Compound Miter Saw for First-Time Woodworkers
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Metabo HPT 10-Inch Compound Miter Saw, 15-Amp, Single Bevel, C10FCG2
Price and specifications are read from the Amazon product page and can change.
Metabo HPT 10-Inch Compound Miter Saw
Best for: Beginners cutting trim and small boards
Pros
- Light at about 24 lb
- 0-52 degree miter both ways
- Vice clamp included
- 5 year warranty
Cons
- Corded, not cordless
- Single bevel only
The Metabo HPT 10-Inch Compound Miter Saw (C10FCG2) is a second-generation single bevel miter saw. A miter saw is a chop saw on a pivoting base that makes accurate crosscuts and angled cuts, ideal for trim, picture frames and deck boards. “Compound” means it can tilt (bevel) and swivel (miter) at the same time, and “single bevel” means it tilts in one direction only, here 0 to 45 degrees to the left. The miter range is 0 to 52 degrees left and right, with adjustable bevel stops.
It has a 15-amp motor, 5,000 RPM no-load speed, a 40-tooth 10-inch blade, an improved miter scale, a large table for material support and a vice clamp to hold the board. It is corded at 120 volts and weighs about 24 pounds (24.2 in the specs), which makes it easy to carry. It comes with a 5-year warranty.
This is the easiest starting point for a new DIYer or a gift for someone building shelves and trimming doors. It cannot cut very wide boards the way a sliding saw can, so for wide shelving or flooring, look at the C12RSH3.
Metabo HPT 12-Inch Dual Bevel Sliding for Wide and Complex Cuts
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Metabo HPT 12-Inch Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw, C12RSH3
Price and specifications are read from the Amazon product page and can change.
Metabo HPT 12-Inch Dual Bevel Sliding
Best for: Wide boards and crown molding
Pros
- 12 inch sliding blade
- Dual bevel 45 degrees each way
- Xact Cut Shadow Line
- 5 year warranty
Cons
- Corded, not cordless
- Heavy at 53.6 lb
The Metabo HPT 12-Inch Dual Bevel Sliding miter saw (C12RSH3) is a much larger tool. “Sliding” means the saw head rides on rails so it can cut wider boards, and “dual bevel” means it tilts both left and right, 45 degrees each way, so you can make mirror-image cuts without flipping the workpiece. Miter range is 0 to 45 degrees left and 0 to 57 degrees right, with 9 detent stops for common angles.
It runs at 4,000 RPM with a 32-tooth blade, and uses the Xact Cut Shadow Line, which casts the blade’s shadow on the wood to show exactly where it will cut. One-touch bevel and miter locks and an adjustable miter scale help accuracy. It is corded at 120 volts, weighs 53.6 pounds and has a 5-year warranty.
This is for serious woodworkers, trim carpenters and anyone cutting crown molding or wide boards. It is heavy, so a stand helps; our guide to a Metabo miter saw stand covers that. A beginner making small projects may find the 10-inch model plenty.
Metabo HPT Table Saw for Cordless Ripping
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Metabo HPT Table Saw, 36V MultiVolt 10 Inch Cordless, C3610DRJQ4
Price and specifications are read from the Amazon product page and can change.
Metabo HPT Table Saw
Best for: Cordless ripping of sheet goods
Pros
- 36V brushless, 5,000 RPM
- 35 inch rip capacity
- MultiVolt battery or outlet power
Cons
- 2 year warranty only
- Battery inclusion not specified
The Metabo HPT Table Saw (C3610DRJQ4) is a 10-inch table saw on the 36V MultiVolt platform. A table saw has the blade sticking up through a flat table, and you push wood through it, which is ideal for long “rip” cuts along the length of a board or sheet of plywood. It has a 36V brushless motor at 5,000 RPM, a 40-tooth blade and an electric brake.
The listing claims the highest rip capacity for a cordless saw at 35 inches to the right, plus 22 inches to the left. Bevel runs 0 to 45 degrees, and cutting depth goes from 3-1/8 inches straight down to 2-1/4 inches at 45 degrees. As part of MultiVolt, the listing says it can run from a Metabo HPT battery or with the power of a corded tool when plugged into an outlet. It does not specify whether a battery or AC adapter is included. The warranty is 2 years.
This suits someone who builds cabinets, furniture or remodels on sites without reliable power. It is not a substitute for a miter saw’s precise angled crosscuts, so many woodworkers own both.
Metabo HPT 36V MultiVolt 7-1 4 Rear Handle Circular Saw for Framing
Best for: Complete cordless circular saw kit
Pros
- Battery, charger and bag included
- Torque Boost button
- 6,000 RPM
- 55 degree bevel
Cons
- Listing has battery type errors
- Sidewinder style, not rear handle
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Metabo HPT 36V MultiVolt 7-1/4 Inch Rear Handle Circular Saw, Tool Only – No Battery, Lightest Weight in Its Class, 53° Bevel Capacity, High-Capacity Cutting, C3607DWAQ4
Price and specifications are read from the Amazon product page and can change.
Metabo HPT 36V MultiVolt 7-1 4
Best for: Framers who want a light rear-handle saw
Pros
- Up to 500 2×4 cuts per charge
- 53 degree bevel
- Electric brake
- Lifetime tool body warranty
Cons
- Tool only, no battery
- Needs a 36V MultiVolt battery
The Metabo HPT 36V MultiVolt 7-1 4 inch rear handle circular saw (C3607DWAQ4) is sold as tool only, with no battery. A rear handle, or worm drive style, saw puts the handle behind the blade, which framers like for long straight cuts. The listing says it is the lightest in its class, about 2 pounds lighter than competitors, with a brushless motor up to 5,100 RPM.
It claims up to 500 cuts of 2×4 per charge and can cut through up to 5 layers of 1/2 inch or 4 layers of 5/8 inch OSB or plywood. Bevel capacity is 53 degrees with stops at 0, 45 and 53, though the spec sheet lists 45 degrees. It has an electric brake, a rafter hook for hanging on joists, a magnesium base and a lifetime tool body warranty.
This fits framers and remodelers who already own MultiVolt batteries. If you are starting from scratch and want the battery in the box, the C3607DB kit is the easier buy.
Metabo HPT 18V Cordless Jig Saw for Curves
Best for: Curves and cutouts for DIYers
Pros
- Light at 4.2 lb
- Tool-less blade change
- LED and dust blower
- 4 cutting modes
Cons
- Battery sold separately
- Listed dimensions are clearly wrong
The Metabo HPT 18V Cordless Jig Saw (CJ18DAQ4) makes curved cuts, cutouts for sinks and outlets, and shapes that straight saws cannot. It has a variable speed trigger up to 2,500 strokes per minute, four cutting modes (three orbital settings for fast cuts and one straight setting for precision), and an adjustable base for angle cuts.
It weighs 4.2 pounds, has a soft grip, a quick brake, an LED light, a dust blower and tool-less blade changes. It accepts any Metabo HPT 18V battery or 18V/36V MultiVolt battery, sold separately. The listed dimensions of 361 by 26 by 99 inches are obviously an error.
This is a friendly first power saw for crafts and home repairs. For long straight cuts, a circular saw is faster.
Metabo HPT 36V MultiVolt 7-1 4-Inch Circular Saw Kit for a Complete Start
The Metabo HPT 36V MultiVolt 7-1 4-Inch circular saw (C3607DB) is the third-generation 36V circular saw, and it includes a 36V/18V MultiVolt 4.0Ah/8.0Ah battery, a charger, a saw blade and a carrying bag. Its Torque Boost button adds power for thicker, denser materials, and it runs at 6,000 RPM.
It has a 2-7/16 inch cutting depth, a 55-degree bevel, a visible depth indicator, an aluminum base plate, a rafter hook and a larger sub-handle. The listing claims it is more than 25 percent faster with 40 percent more torque than its predecessor, and lists a lifetime warranty. The spec sheet mentions AAA batteries, which is clearly an error.
This is the best starting point for someone new to MultiVolt, since the battery can later power the table saw or jig saw.
How to Choose the Right Metabo HPT Saw
Decide on the cut. Miter saws make precise angled crosscuts, table saws make long rip cuts, circular saws cut sheets and framing lumber, and jig saws cut curves.
Accept that the miter saws here are corded. If you need a battery miter saw, none is listed in this group, so choose the C10FCG2 or C12RSH3 for accuracy and add a MultiVolt tool for cordless jobs. A sturdy miter saw with stand setup makes either easier to use.
Plan your batteries. MultiVolt 36V/18V batteries run both the 36V and 18V tools, so the C3607DB kit’s battery can power the rest.
Check the warranty: 5 years on the miter saws, 2 years on the table saw and lifetime on the circular saws.
FAQ
Does Metabo HPT make a cordless miter saw?
Neither miter saw in this guide is cordless; both are corded 120V models. The cordless saws here are a table saw, two circular saws and a jig saw.
What is MultiVolt?
It is Metabo HPT’s battery system where a 36V/18V battery powers both 36V and 18V tools. The listings also say some MultiVolt tools can run from an outlet.
Single bevel or dual bevel miter saw?
A single bevel saw like the C10FCG2 tilts one way. A dual bevel saw like the C12RSH3 tilts both ways, which saves flipping boards on crown molding and trim.
Which saws include a battery?
The C3607DB kit includes a battery and charger. The C3607DWAQ4 is tool only, the jig saw’s battery is sold separately, and the table saw listing does not specify.
Which Metabo HPT saw should a beginner buy?
The 10-inch C10FCG2 miter saw is light and simple. For cordless cutting, the C3607DB circular saw kit includes everything to start.
