Milwaukee M18 Oscillating Multi-Tool 2626-20 vs Milwaukee M18 FUEL Hackzall

These are different tools, not substitutes. The 2626-20 is an oscillating multi-tool for flush cuts, plunge cuts, sanding and detail work; the M18 FUEL Hackzall is a one-handed reciprocating saw for pipe, conduit, PVC, roots and demolition cuts. Buy the multi-tool if you need precision in tight spots; buy the Hackzall if you need fast, aggressive cutting with one hand. Both are well regarded, but the Hackzall draws more durability complaints from heavy users, while the multi-tool's main limit is that it is a bare tool.

• Choose the Milwaukee 2626-20 M18 Multi-Tool if you need flush and plunge cuts, sanding, or scraping in tight spaces, and you already own M18 batteries.
• Choose the M18 FUEL Hackzall if your work is cutting pipe, conduit, PVC, wood or roots one-handed, including overhead.