Angle grinders and cut-off tools might seem like the same tool, but there are some notable differences that set them apart from one another. Read more: 12 Smart Gadgets You Didn't Know Existed ...

Ryobi One+ HP 18V Brushless Cut-Off Tool, $90 (was $130) on Amazon. Courtesy of Amazon. At just 1.14 pounds, this lightweight cordless cut-off tool is a breeze to carry and operate.

Another key distinction between the tool and the saw is the design. Makita's 36V Lxt Brushless 14" Cut-Off Saw weighs 35.9 lb, whereas the cut-off tool weighs just 2.6 lb with the battery.

The new Somma Bar Puller Cut-Off Tool is a combination bar puller and cut-off tool for CNC from Somma Tool Co. (www.sommatool.com) that saves a turret position because it is a bar puller and cut-off ...

Cut-off tools and angle grinders have many similarities but it’s important to consider their differences when picking the right tool for the job.