Specifications checked 31 October 2026 · MLC editorial team · UK trade workshop perspective
A metal chop saw cuts bar, tube and angle faster and squarer than an angle grinder, and the main choice is between a cold-cut saw with a toothed blade and a cheaper abrasive-wheel saw. This guide compares three 355 mm saws sold on Amazon UK, from about £165 to £312, with voltage, capacity and warranty checked against manufacturer and UK retailer pages on 31 October 2026.
How we picked these
- Supply: 230V or 240V for a UK workshop, not the 110V site version of the same saw
- Blade type: toothed cold-cut blade or abrasive wheel, which throws sparks
- Cutting capacity at 90 degrees, only where a maker datasheet gives it
- Warranty length as stated by the maker or a UK retailer
- Models still sold, with a working Amazon UK listing
We have not tested these products. Every specification comes from a manufacturer or UK retailer page, and Amazon prices were read on 31 October 2026 and change daily. Links are affiliate links: MLC earns a commission on qualifying purchases.
Reviewed picks
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Cold cut
Evolution S355CPS 355 mm Metal Cutting Chop Saw (230V)
A 2,200W saw with a 355 mm tungsten carbide tipped blade (66 teeth, 25.4 mm bore) that Evolution describes as cold cut with virtually no sparks, used dry. No-load speed is 1,550/min. Maximum depth of cut is listed as 120 mm, and Screwfix gives 180 x 95 mm for a rectangular section. We found no maker figure for round bar or angle at 90 degrees. Weight is 23 kg on one retailer page and 30.5 kg on another. It carries a 3-year limited warranty for UK purchases that excludes blades. A separate 110V version exists, so buy the 230V one.
Amazon UK price seen 31 October 2026: £311.98 · Evolution S355CPS on Amazon UK (ad)
Abrasive wheel
DeWalt D28730-GB 355 mm Metal Chop Saw (240V)
A 2,300W saw with a 355 mm abrasive wheel (25.4 mm bore) at 4,000 rpm no load, and an adjustable spark guard, so expect sparks. DeWalt's datasheet for the 110V D28730-LX version gives capacity at 90 degrees as 125 mm round bar, 120 x 120 mm angle, 115 x 130 mm rectangular and 98 x 98 mm square, with a weight of 17.5 kg and a 3-year guarantee that needs registering. Check those figures against the -GB 240V model you receive, because one retailer quotes a much smaller depth of cut.
Amazon UK price seen 31 October 2026: £216.56 · DeWalt D28730-GB on Amazon UK (ad)
SIP 01307 14 inch Abrasive Cut-Off Saw (230V)
A 2,300W saw for a 13A plug, running at 3,800 rpm with a 355 mm abrasive disc and a 2-year warranty. It is the cheapest saw here. Retailers disagree on its mitre range, with one giving 0 to 45 degrees and another 0 to 90, and we could not confirm its capacity or weight from a maker page.
Amazon UK price seen 31 October 2026: £164.95 · SIP 01307 on Amazon UK (ad)
Recommendations at a glance
| Pick | Amazon UK price | Link |
|---|
| Evolution S355CPS 355 mm Metal Cutting Chop Saw (230V) | £311.98 | Amazon |
| DeWalt D28730-GB 355 mm Metal Chop Saw (240V) | £216.56 | Amazon |
| SIP 01307 14 inch Abrasive Cut-Off Saw (230V) | £164.95 | Amazon |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a cold-cut saw and an abrasive chop saw?
A cold-cut saw uses a toothed blade and, according to Evolution, leaves no heat, no burr and virtually no sparks. An abrasive saw grinds through the metal with a wheel and throws sparks, which is why the DeWalt D28730 has an adjustable spark guard. The two abrasive saws here are cheaper than the cold-cut saw.
Why does the voltage suffix matter?
Several makers sell the same saw as separate 110V and 230V or 240V versions. DeWalt sells the D28730-LX at 110V and the D28730-GB at 240V, and Evolution sells a 110V S355CPS alongside the 230V one. A 110V saw on a normal UK socket is wrong, so check the suffix before you order.
What capacity should I look for?
Check round bar, tube and angle at 90 degrees, not just maximum depth of cut. Makers quote depth differently, and for the Evolution S355CPS we found no maker figure for round bar or angle, so ask the seller if your work depends on it.
Do these saws need a 13A plug or a bigger supply?
The SIP 01307 is listed as 230V 13A. We did not confirm the plug rating for the other two, so check the rating plate.
Can I use an abrasive saw on stainless steel?
We did not find a maker statement on this, so we are not giving advice on it. Check the saw's manual and use a wheel rated for the material.
How we checked this
- We compared manufacturer pages and UK retailer listings and used a figure only where a named page gave it.
- Where sources disagreed, we left the figure out or said so.
- We did not list the Metabo CS 22-355 or the Makita LC1230 because their Amazon listings are 110V versions, and the Makita is discontinued.
- We did not list the Evolution S355CPSL, S355CPS Gen2 or the cordless Evolution saw because we could not verify their voltage or specifications.
- Amazon prices are shown for each model and differ from the prices at retailers such as ITS and Rapid.
Sources
Data as at 31 October 2026.