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Mar 9, 2026 2:28 PM

Milwaukee M12 FUEL 12V Lithium-Ion Cordless Compact Band Saw (Tool-Only). YMMV - HACK $181.81

$182

$269

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If the blue "Get Deal at Home Depot" button above takes you to a summary page for the Milwaukee M12 FUEL 12V Lithium-Ion Cordless Compact Band Saw (Tool-Only), then just click on the "View Full Product Details" button just under the "Add to Cart" button and that will take you to the full product details page where you can complete the steps below.

1. On the Milwaukee M12 FUEL 12V Lithium-Ion Cordless Compact Band Saw (Tool-Only) full product details page click on the "FREE" box just above "Shop This Offer" and select the Milwaukee M12 12-Volt Lithium-Ion XC High Output 5.0 Ah Battery Pack then click the orange "Add to Cart" button.

2. You should now see both items in your cart with the Milwaukee M12 FUEL 12V Lithium-Ion Cordless Compact Band Saw (Tool-Only) priced at $181.81.

3. Either return or don't pickup the Milwaukee M12 12-Volt Lithium-Ion XC High Output 5.0 Ah Battery Pack and you end up with the Milwaukee M12 FUEL 12V Lithium-Ion Cordless Compact Band Saw (Tool-Only) for $181.81.

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11 Comments

TenseAlpaca2239

Mar 9, 2026 6:04 PM

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TenseAlpaca2239Mar 9, 2026 6:04 PM

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Doesn't work for me, says 181$ then when I go to finish checkout it's $269.

BRING_GUNS

Mar 9, 2026 7:11 PM

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BRING_GUNSMar 9, 2026 7:11 PM

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They wouldn't allow me to set the battery for pickup and ship the saw but I was able to set them for pickup at different stores.

WilliamsQ

Mar 9, 2026 7:12 PM

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WilliamsQMar 9, 2026 7:12 PM

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It is showing $269 for me as well. But there is an option if you look through the Home Depot listings where you can get one free 12-volt battery to go along with it.

psyctto

Mar 9, 2026 7:21 PM

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psycttoMar 9, 2026 7:21 PM

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Quote from TenseAlpaca2239

Doesn't work for me, says 181$ then when I go to finish checkout it's $269.

Quote from WilliamsQ

It is showing $269 for me as well. But there is an option if you look through the Home Depot listings where you can get one free 12-volt battery to go along with it.

reread the 3 steps...
primarily the 3rd step...

TenseAlpaca2239

Mar 9, 2026 7:29 PM

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TenseAlpaca2239Mar 9, 2026 7:29 PM

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Quote from psyctto

reread the 3 steps...primarily the 3rd step...

Ok i'm unfamiliar with this process. If I returned that battery home depot would give me money for the battery even though I bought the two together?

BRING_GUNS

Mar 9, 2026 8:14 PM

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BRING_GUNSMar 9, 2026 8:14 PM

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Quote from TenseAlpaca2239

Ok i'm unfamiliar with this process. If I returned that battery home depot would give me money for the battery even though I bought the two together?

This is referred to as the "hack". For these separate items that are bundled together as one deal you can either not pick up or return one of the items and you'll get back a portion of the purchase price that often results in the remaining item being very significantly discounted. Even though it's initially sold as the battery being free it averages the prices out for the purpose of returning them.
This doesn't work for bundles that are sold as a single item even if they're actually packaged separately.

Jstruth

Mar 9, 2026 9:29 PM

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JstruthMar 9, 2026 9:29 PM

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They show up separately in the cart. You need to just purchase both and return the battery. That will bring the cost of the bandsaw to $181. You can get them both delivered or pick up both and return the battery. Either way works. They won't let you have one pick up and one delivered.

Last edited by Jstruth March 9, 2026 at 02:37 PM.

Jack Schitt

Mar 9, 2026 11:00 PM

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Jack SchittMar 9, 2026 11:00 PM

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Quote from Jstruth

This is the way. Key is (as you stated): "show up separately in the cart." You know before even before checking out if this so called 'hack' is possible.

Caleo

Mar 11, 2026 12:16 AM

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CaleoMar 11, 2026 12:16 AM

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Used my M18 compact version of this just yesterday... not something I use often but man it can't be beat when it's the right tool for the job. Would've taken me 10x longer to cut (steel tube) with a hacksaw, and did a much cleaner job of it, too.

Puckfreak

Mar 12, 2026 1:58 AM

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PuckfreakMar 12, 2026 1:58 AM

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I'll get one

wsecluded

Mar 12, 2026 5:36 PM

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wsecludedMar 12, 2026 5:36 PM

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FYI, when I added M12 shop vac and another "free" battery, the price for the band saw went down to $166 and the shop vac is $92. I'm probably going to keep both tools, but I guess if I return the vac the saw is even cheaper than the OP.

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Product Description:	The Milwaukee M12 FUEL Compact Band Saw utilizes a POWERSTATE Brushless Motor and Constant Power Technology, making it the fastest cutting compact band saw in Unistrut with a cut capacity of 2-1/2" X 2-1/2". The M12 FUEL Compact Band Saw offers a compact design and weighs only six pounds, making it the lightest compact band saw on the market. The M12 FUEL Compact Band Saw offers integrated blade covers, making it suitable for one-handed use while offering a larger capacity than the existing M12 Sub-Compact Band Saw. The improved performance, lightweight design, one-handed capability, and increased capacity enhance user productivity while lowering their fatigue. The compact, portable band saw is equipped with Jobsite Armor Technology, a proprietary composite material to better protect it from drops and debris and crush zone barriers that absorb impacts. A variable speed trigger and an LED work light provide maximum control. An integrated rafter hook allows for easy storage in-between cuts. The M12 FUEL Compact Band Saw is also compatible with the band saw reamer attachment (49-90-2029, sold separately), which easily attaches to the back of the tool, providing users the ability to cut and ream with the same tool. One 12/14 TPI Extreme Metal Blade is included.
Product SKU:	315086839
UPC:	45242579365

Milwaukee M12 FUEL 12V Lithium-Ion Cordless Compact Band Saw (Tool-Only). YMMV - HACK $181.81

$182

$269

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