Jigsaws rating 2020 by price and quality

Circular saws

A circular saw is used for precise and long cuts in wood and all types of materials based on it, and with special saw blades, the saw can easily cope with sawing plastic, non-ferrous metals, aluminum alloy profiles. This tool is used at all stages of construction, from sawing boards to carpentry and furniture work.

Circular saw Interskol DP-190 / 1600M

Circular saws differ in the diameter of the blade that can be mounted on the saw, as well as in the diameter of the bore. In everyday life, saws are used with a working diameter of a disc, as a rule, from 120 to 250 mm and with a bore of 16, 20, 22, 30, 32 mm. Some size options are more common (for example, discs 165/20, 185/20, 210/30 mm), some are less common. In any case, make sure that you can easily purchase discs of the correct size at any time.

AEG

Brushless circular saw BKS 18BL (AEG).

Leroy Merlin

Working with a guide plate.

Greenworks

Circular saw Greenworks G24CS 24 V (9 690 rubles)

Greenworks

For precise and accurate cuts, the circular saw is equipped with a laser cutting line indicator, a guide plate and markers. Cordless circular saw Dewalt DCS391N, 18 V, 165 mm (11 735 rubles)

For cutting longitudinal grooves, a circular saw is perfect, on which special slotted adjustable saw blades are installed for this operation.

Makita

Compact cordless circular saw Makita HS301DZ (5 600 rubles.)

Circular saws provide the highest precision when cutting wood. For construction work, this is perhaps one of the indispensable tools with which you can make side cuts, making boards of the required width. When longitudinal cutting of thick beams and logs, a high power of the tool is required, therefore, with a large amount of work, you should not save on this characteristic. It is better to choose a model with a power reserve (1,500-2,000 W) than to burn the instrument in the midst of work. For working with thermoplastic plastics, it is advisable that a speed regulator is provided in the circular saw (thermoplastic materials are cut at a low speed).

Circular saw BISON ZPD-2000

The discs are available for different types of wood and are also designed for rough or fine work. The diameter of the blade determines the maximum cutting depth, which is approximately 30-40% of its value. Select the tool so that the maximum penetration depth is sufficient for cutting thick boards. Therefore, say, saws with a disc diameter of 130 mm and a cutting depth of 42 mm are not suitable for cutting 50 mm boards. On the other hand, such models are very convenient for work due to their compactness and low weight (the mass of such a saw can be 2.5 kg, and the mass of a saw with a 210 mm disc can be more than 5 kg). Perhaps, with a large amount of work, it makes sense to arm yourself with two models of circular saws with large and small working diameters of discs. Fortunately, the cost of circular saws is not very high: for 4-5 thousand rubles. you can get an instrument of quite decent quality.

For cutting boards with great precision, removable guides are used, which in some models are included with the saws, and sometimes they are purchased separately. With a large amount of such work, it makes sense to purchase a sawing machine, since now you can find models for quite affordable money. Thus, models of machine tools "Interskol", Ryobi, Bosch, Einhell can be purchased for 10-25 thousand rubles.

Bosch jigsaws

Starting the review of the Bosch jigsaw range, I would like to pay tribute to its manufacturer - the Bosch trademark, which appeared in 1886, thanks to the efforts of Robert Bosch, who opened his workshop.The workshop produced the development of new household appliances, after which it brought them to life, so Bosch refrigerators and much more were born.

Bosch jigsaws

The consumer immediately appreciated the emerging company, its popularity grew, the assortment increased. The Bosch company has gained worldwide popularity, having declared itself as a manufacturer of high-quality goods: household appliances, hand-held power tools, gardening equipment. Today, Bosch has representative offices in more than 150 countries of the world, factories have been opened in Hungary, Russia, the USA, China, at home in Germany, etc.

What is a jigsaw and what is it used for?

A jigsaw, or jigsaw for short, refers to a hand tool equipped with an electric drive. The small size of this instrument affects its weight, which is practically not felt. With the help of a jigsaw, you can quickly and efficiently perform the following types of work:

• straight cuts in materials such as wood, plastic, drywall. metal sheet, laminate, ceramic tiles, etc.;
• curvilinear cut of any of the above materials;
• cutting round holes of the required diameter;
• cutting of rectangular holes.

The purpose of the jigsaw is to perform a large number of operations both for longitudinal and transverse cutting of sheet material, and for curly cutting.

Example: An electric jigsaw, produced in the Netherlands by Skil, is used in the home to make straight cuts in parts made of wood and other materials.

Interskol MP 100 700e

Jigsaws Interskol MP 100 700e are equipped with a chip collector, have a comfortable handle and a pressure wheel that ensures an even cut. These samples feature reduced vibration, an air cooling system and the ability to adjust the sole without the use of a special key. Work safety is achieved thanks to the presence of a protective screen.

Interskol MP-65 E-01

Jigsaws Interskol MP-65 E-01 are easy to use. The round stem does not deform when the saw blade hits the workpiece. Thanks to the air blast, the versatile tool demonstrates excellent overload resistance when machining wood, plastic and metal workpieces. The pendulum mode switch makes it possible to adjust the operation of the saw depending on the nature of the procedures. The jigsaw Interskol allows you to cut material at an angle of 45 degrees.

Festool PSB 420

Festul jigsaws are characterized by an ergonomic body, comfortable grip and low weight. Festul pendulum jigsaws are ideal for curved cuts due to the introduction of the triple torch guiding system. For quick cutting of workpieces from various materials, jigsaws of this brand provide a powerful tractive effort.

Bison ZL 710E

Jigsaws Zubr ZL 710E are equipped with a laser marker, which increases the convenience of work. Rubberized handle grips securely in your hand and does not slip when cutting material. This model of Zubr units with a pendulum motion provides for the presence of an adapter for connecting a vacuum cleaner, and a quick-release connector makes it possible to quickly change the file.

Hitachi CJ90VST

The electric jigsaw with disk speed control of the saw is equipped with a balancing system that ensures smooth operation of the tool. This model of Hitachi brand units successfully combines high power and low noise level. Sawdust is removed from the cut line by blowing.

DeWALT DW349

DeWalt jigsaws are distinguished by their high build quality and excellent performance. Electric jigsaws of this model are equipped with all the necessary options to ensure a flawless cut, and have an adjustable stroke rate, blowing sawdust, and a counterbalance system. The comfortable rubber grip does not slip in the hand, and the anti-vibration system reduces stress on the hand while working.

Fiolent (Рhiolent) PM3 650E

Professional jigsaws Fiolent of domestic production have established themselves as reliable units with high performance. The Fiolent PM3 650E manual jigsaw with a three-stage pendulum stroke and its frequency control meets all modern requirements, including safety, while being inexpensive, which is why it is popular among craftsmen. The Fiolent jigsaw of this model is equipped with an effective ventilation system that protects the unit from overheating during long-term continuous operation. Like most models of Fiolent jigsaws, this sample allows you to process material perpendicularly and at an angle from -45 to 45 degrees. Cutting accuracy is ensured by side saw clamps.

Fiolent PM5-750E M

Another representative of Fiolent jigsaws, which copes well with cutting plastic, wood and metals. Its smooth operation and low vibration contribute to comfortable one-handed use. The set of the Fiolent PM5-750E M jigsaw includes a pendulum arm guide roller, which ensures the stability of the saw blade in all operating modes.

Bosch & Makita comparison

This question is asked by the future owners of jigsaws, looking for a model and manufacturer for themselves. It is impossible to answer this question unequivocally, because each manufacturer has its own pros and cons. Let's evaluate the TOP model of the Makita electric jigsaw using the example of the modification of the Makita 7530 with a laser.

Makita 7530

The jigsaw is assembled in Romania, not China, weighs 2.3 kg, the brush motor has a power of 750 watts. The jigsaw is used for cutting steel, aluminum, wood and other materials, it is a household model.

Jigsaw Makita 7530

Electric tool functions:

• blowing off sawdust;
• steel base plate with position adjustment up to 45 degrees;
• the presence of a laser marker;
• pendulum stroke;
• the working area is highlighted;
• turns are regulated;
• vacuum cleaner connection;
• protection against chipping.

The characteristics of the Makita and Bosch jigsaws are similar, the only difference is the absence of a laser in Bosch tools. If this option is not a priority, then feel free to buy Bosch. It is better to repair a jigsaw of both manufacturers in a service center.

What to look for before buying

The ratio of workpiece thickness and power. A hand-held household jigsaw cuts metal up to 4 mm thick, a professional one - up to 10-12 mm. It is desirable that both have a power of at least 500 watts.

Functional. Think, should you overpay for a tool with illumination, blowing system, pendulum motion, if the device will be used for 1 hour per month? Ample opportunities are welcomed by professionals; the lover can do without them.

The ability to adjust the frequency of movement of the file. If the cutting blade can change speed, the tool is good for several metals at once (for example, steel, copper and aluminum). This is due to the fact that thick workpieces (5-10 mm) are cut at reduced speeds, otherwise the file may crack or become dull.

File selection

It is important to know the type of shank and the method of fastening the file (this is indicated in the technical data sheet of the product). Also, cutting blades are distinguished by their suitability for certain metals, which affects their parameters - the pitch of the teeth, their number, the thickness of the removable element.

A jigsaw file for metal can be recognized by its characteristic marking - T118 A (workpiece thickness up to 3 mm), T224 D (for aluminum) and so on.

Bosch files (T118A) for metal jigsaws

Remember that the instrument (amateur - especially) needs rest. After 20-30 minutes of work, you should put the jigsaw aside to avoid overheating. It is different with professional models - they work for several hours.If, however, you feel that the body of the instrument has become hot (due to the continuous operation of the engine), it makes sense to give the device a break.