How does it compare with the previous M18 FUEL 7-1/4 saw?

This model adds ONE-KEY tracking and VACLINK dust control, and the kit pairs it with the 12.0Ah FORGE battery. The core brushless motor and 6,000 RPM performance carry over from the earlier M18 FUEL saw.

Does it really cut 750 times per charge?

That figure is Milwaukee's rating with the HD12.0 FORGE battery, measured in light framing cuts. Expect fewer cuts in wet or dense lumber and more in trim stock.

Will my existing M18 batteries work in it?

Yes. It runs on any M18 battery, though runtime drops with smaller packs. The kit's 12.0Ah battery gives the longest run time.

What blade does it come with?

A 7-1/4-inch 24-tooth thick-kerf framing blade. For trim or finish work, swap in a fine-tooth blade.

What is VACLINK and do I need a dust extractor?

VACLINK turns on a compatible Milwaukee dust extractor wirelessly when the saw starts. Without an extractor, the feature does nothing.

Is the base bevel adjustable?

Yes, the shoe bevels for angled cuts. Check the detents against a square before critical cuts.

Milwaukee M18 FUEL 7-1/4-in. Circular Saw with ONE-KEY 12.0Ah Kit (2835-21HD)

Q: Where is the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 7-1/4-in. Circular Saw with ONE-KEY 12.0Ah Kit (2835-21HD) cheapest?

At The Home Depot, for $549.00, as of our latest check.

Q: Where can I buy the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 7-1/4-in. Circular Saw with ONE-KEY 12.0Ah Kit (2835-21HD)?

2 stores we checked sell it, including The Home Depot, Tool Nut.

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What reviewers say

Owners treat this as a serious framing saw: strong power, long runtime from the 12.0Ah pack and kickback protection they trust. The common complaint is weight, and some question whether ONE-KEY and VACLINK are worth paying for.

What people mention

PowerPraisedOwners say it cuts framing lumber and stacked material without bogging down.
Battery runtimePraisedThe 12.0Ah FORGE pack is reported to last through long cutting sessions.
WeightCriticisedReviewers call it heavy, especially with the large battery attached.
Kickback protectionPraisedAUTOSTOP is valued as a safety feature that stops the saw in a bind.
ValueMixedSome owners question whether ONE-KEY and VACLINK justify the kit's premium over simpler saws.

About the Milwaukee M18 FUEL 7-1/4-in. Circular Saw with ONE-KEY 12.0Ah Kit (2835-21HD)

This is a cordless 7-1/4-inch circular saw from the Milwaukee M18 FUEL line, sold as a kit with a battery, charger, blade and contractor bag. It has a POWERSTATE brushless motor that runs at up to 6,000 RPM under load. REDLINK PLUS electronics protect against overload, overheating and over-discharge.

AUTOSTOP kickback protection cuts power when it detects a severe kickback event, and an electric brake stops the blade when the trigger is released. The saw cuts 3x material in a single pass with its 2-5/8" cut capacity. It has bevel detents at 22.5° and 45° and depth detents at 1/2", 3/4" and 1-1/2". The shoe and guard are magnesium.

The saw has an LED work light, an integrated rafter hook and a dust port on the guard with a vacuum adapter. VACLINK wireless dust control can start a compatible dust extractor from the tool or a remote. ONE-KEY connectivity provides Bluetooth tool tracking. The saw works with the M18 System and the Rip Fence Kit (49-22-4146). The included HD12.0 battery delivers up to 750 cuts per charge.

Model

2835-21HD

Blade diameter

7-1/4 in.

Motor

POWERSTATE brushless

Max speed

6,000 RPM

Cut capacity

2-5/8 in.

Bevel detents

22.5° and 45°