Two New Hilti Cordless Tools Worth Watching: Multi-Tool and Wide Mouth Band Saw

Introduction

Hilti has quietly expanded its cordless lineup with two tools that trades have been asking for loudly: a proper oscillating multi-tool and a wide mouth band saw. Neither needs much of an introduction in terms of what the category does, but both bring design decisions that set them apart from the rest of the shelf. Here is what stands out on each.

Hilti Multi-Tool

The multi-tool has been widely requested across every trade, and Hilti’s version leans on two main differentiators. First, the tool head is slightly detached from the body, which keeps vibration at the handle dramatically lower. That matters more than most people realize: when vibration is controlled, more of the work happens at the blade instead of in your hand, which usually means faster cutting and much more comfort over long sessions.

Second, it uses a Starlock Max blade connection, so it accepts the entire Starlock platform, from Max blades all the way down to the basic tier. That gives you the full range of the widest blade ecosystem without any adapter fuss. Blade changes are touch-free: during hot undercutting or pipe cuts you can swap blades without grabbing the blade itself, which is exactly the kind of detail you appreciate mid-job.

Speed control is digital with an LED readout offering roughly eight settings, so you can dial in the right speed per material. The tool runs on the Nuron platform, and lighter batteries still deliver solid runtime, so you can go heavy or go light depending on the job.

Hilti Wide Mouth Band Saw

This is a five inch wide mouth band saw, another heavily requested tool, and Hilti built it around safety first. The dual trigger design means the saw will not run when pulled out of a gang box, a real hazard when a battery is installed and a locked trigger gets bumped. There is a large ergonomic front handle with two grip positions, both of which keep the safety active, so it stays controlled and comfortable even when carried from the front.

The blade guard is mounted on purpose rather than snap-on, so it stays in place when the tool inevitably gets tossed around a job site. The motor sits in a metal housing, and there is raised battery protection so a drop will not break the saw or land directly on the pack.

Practical features are well covered: multi-speed control with a thumb press for lower speeds depending on material, a hang hook for up-in-the-air work on ladders or scaffolding, a keyless adjustable shoe, a bright LED work light for dark spaces, and keyless blade exchange that pops the tension off for quick blade swaps. It runs standard 44-7/8 inch band saw blades.

Which One Fits Your Kit

If your work involves undercutting, flush cuts, or constant material changes, the multi-tool is the obvious grab, especially if you are already invested in the Nuron platform. If you spend your days on conduit, threaded rod, and pipe, the wide mouth band saw’s safety design and keyless adjustments make it a strong candidate. Both tools reward users who value durability and jobsite-focused details over bare spec sheets.

Conclusion

Both of these tools answer long-standing requests with thoughtful execution: the multi-tool with its low-vibration detached head and full Starlock compatibility, and the band saw with dual-trigger safety, a fixed guard, and genuinely practical jobsite features. If either matches your daily work, they deserve a spot on your shortlist.