Which is better for cutting PVC and metal pipe?

The Skil. Its brushless motor, 1-1/8 in stroke and linear mode are built for pipe, and it has the mass to stay steady. The Metabo HPT is listed for wood only.

Which is easier to use one-handed?

The Metabo HPT. At 2.9 lbs and 13.8 in it is less than half the Skil's 6.28 lbs and 3 in shorter, with a center-balanced grip made for one hand.

Does the Metabo HPT come with a battery?

The listing says no battery is included, even though the name says kit. Check the box contents before buying, or plan to use Metabo HPT 18V or 36V packs you already own.

Is the Skil worth the extra over the Metabo HPT?

The Skil is $116.10 at Walmart as of November 6, 2026 and includes a 4.0 Ah battery and charger. If you have no Metabo HPT batteries, the Skil is likely the cheaper total; no Metabo HPT price was given here.

The Skil's brushless motor should outlast the Metabo HPT's brushed motor under heavy use. The Metabo HPT's advantage is lighter duty in tight spots, not long-term durability.

Can the Metabo HPT use jigsaw blades?

Yes. It accepts reciprocating saw blades or t-shank jigsaw blades, changed without tools, which the Skil cannot do.

Metabo HPT CR18DAQ4 Reciprocating Saw vs Skil PWRCore 20 Brushless Reciprocating Saw Kit

Buy the Metabo HPT if you want a light one-handed saw for tight spaces and already own Metabo HPT 18V or 36V batteries. Buy the Skil if you want a full-size two-handed saw with a brushless motor, orbital cutting and a 4.0 Ah battery in the box. The Skil kit is $116.10 at Walmart as of November 6, 2026; no Metabo HPT price was given for this page.

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