Best Jigsaw

Best Jigsaw

ByKen

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The person typing best jigsaw wants one saw that cuts curves and straight lines in wood, metal or plastic, and needs to choose between a corded saw and a cordless one. Choose the power source first. Six of the ten listings here are corded, three are cordless tools sold without a battery, and one is a cordless kit that includes a battery and charger. The sources we opened do not say how any of these saws cuts, so this is a comparison of stated specifications.

Quick answer

  • Cordless with a battery in the box: the BLACK+DECKER BLJS78E1 kit, which the title says includes a 2.5Ah battery and charger.
  • Most stated amps: the Bosch JS572EK kit at 7.2 amps, with three blades and a case.
  • Lightest corded saw with a stated weight: the BLACK+DECKER BDEJS300C at 4.4 pounds, with a 4.5-amp motor.
  • If you already own a battery and charger for DEWALT 20V MAX, Makita 18V LXT or CRAFTSMAN V20, buy the matching bare tool. The bare tools here do not include a battery.

Specs side by side

Each cell repeats a figure from the listing in its own units. “Not stated” means the text we opened has no figure for that cell. Where a listing gives two figures that disagree, both are shown.

Jigsaw Power Speed (as listed) Stroke, bevel or orbital Included Weight (as listed)
DEWALT DCS334B 20 V battery, bare tool up to 3,200 spm 4 orbital positions; 45 degrees bare tool 4.2 pounds
BLACK+DECKER BLJS78E1 (kit) 20 V, 2.5 Ah battery included not stated 1 inch stroke; straight and orbital modes battery, charger, dust port, two blades 6.6 pounds
BLACK+DECKER BDEJS300C corded, 4.5 A up to 3,000 spm 3/4 inch stroke; 45 degrees jig saw 4.4 pounds
BLACK+DECKER BDEJS600C corded, 5 A up to 3,000 spm 4 curve settings; 45 degrees jig saw, jigsaw blade 4.6 pounds
SKIL JS314901 corded, 6 A not stated 4-stage orbital; shoe bevel without a tool saw, wood blade, metal blade 4.9 pounds
Bosch JS470E corded, 7 A 3,100 spm (highlight) 4 orbital settings; 45 degrees; 8 inch blade saw, bevel wrench on board 10 pounds
Bosch JS572EK (kit) corded, 7.2 A variable dial; range not stated one-touch blade change saw, anti-splinter insert, plastic shoe, 3 blades, case 5 pounds
CRAFTSMAN CMCS600B 20 V V20 battery, bare tool 0 to 2,500 spm 3 orbital settings; 45 degrees saw, wood blade; battery and charger sold separately 2.16 kg
Makita XVJ04Z 18 V LXT battery, tool only 0 to 3,000 strokes per minute 3 orbital settings plus straight attachments, bare tool not stated
WEN 33606 corded, 6.6 A 0 to 3,300 spm (bullets); 3,400 rpm (spec field) 4 orbital positions jigsaw, wood and metal blades, parallel fence bracket 5.4 pounds

Two calculations use only listing figures. The first is battery energy: stated amp-hours multiplied by stated volts gives watt-hours. The BLACK+DECKER BLJS78E1 kit is 2.5 Ah x 20 V = 50 Wh for its one battery. None of the other cordless saws here includes a battery, so no battery energy is stated for them. For how amp-hours and volts relate, our lawn mower battery volts and amps roundup is a related read.

The second is amps per pound, for the corded saws that state both a current and a weight. The BLACK+DECKER BDEJS300C comes to 4.5 divided by 4.4, which is 1.02. The BDEJS600C is 5 divided by 4.6, which is 1.09. The SKIL JS314901 is 6 divided by 4.9, which is 1.22. The WEN 33606 is 6.6 divided by 5.4, which is 1.22. The Bosch JS572EK is 7.2 divided by 5, which is 1.44. The Bosch JS470E is 7 divided by 10, which is 0.70. This is arithmetic on listing figures, and it does not show how cleanly a saw cuts.

The ten listings, one by one

DEWALT 20V MAX XR Jig Saw, Bare Tool (DCS334B)

This is the cordless DEWALT 20V MAX XR jig saw, sold as a bare tool. The title says bare tool only, and the description says the motor is efficient for longer runtime. The description gives speeds up to 3,200 strokes per minute with the variable speed trigger and dial. The bullets describe a four-position orbital action, a bright LED, and a lever-action keyless blade change for T-shank blades.

  • Power: 20 V battery, not included
  • Speed: up to 3,200 spm (description)
  • Orbital: four positions
  • Bevel: 45 degrees
  • Weight: 4.2 pounds
  • Blade change: lever-action keyless (T-shank)
  • Included: bare tool

Limit: a battery and charger are needed before the saw can run, and the listing does not include either. Skip if: you do not already own a DEWALT 20V MAX battery and charger. If you do run DEWALT 20V MAX XR batteries, our DEWALT 20V MAX XR leaf blower roundup covers that battery line.

BLACK+DECKER 20V MAX Jig Saw Kit with 2.5Ah Battery (BLJS78E1)

This is the only cordless jigsaw here that comes with a battery and charger. The title says the kit includes a 2.5Ah battery and a charger, and the included components line adds a dust port, a 4-inch 24 TPI steel blade and a 4-inch 6 TPI wood blade. The bullets say the brushless motor gives up to 36% more power and that the saw cuts up to 82 feet per charge. The text we opened does not explain the 82-foot figure. The bullets also describe a 1-inch stroke and a sturdy aluminum base.

  • Power: 20 V, 2.5 Ah battery (LBD2520S) included
  • Stroke: 1 inch
  • Modes: straight and orbital
  • Weight: 6.6 pounds
  • Included: jig saw, battery, 1A charger, dust port, two blades

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Limit: the speed range is not stated, and the 82-foot figure has no material or cut condition attached. Skip if: you want a tool-only saw for a battery you already own, since this kit comes with its own.

BLACK+DECKER Jig Saw, 4.5 Amp (BDEJS300C)

This corded jig saw is listed at 4.5 amps. The bullets say its variable-speed motor generates up to 3,000 strokes per minute, and the saw has a 3/4 inch stroke and a base plate that tilts for cuts up to 45 degrees. The bullets also mention a wire guard for a clear line of sight and a quick-clamp for tool-free blade changes. At 4.4 pounds, it is the lightest corded jigsaw here with a stated weight.

  • Power: corded, 4.5 A (540 watts in the spec field)
  • Speed: up to 3,000 spm (bullets)
  • Stroke: 3/4 inch
  • Bevel: 45 degrees
  • Blade change: tool-free quick-clamp
  • Weight: 4.4 pounds
  • Warranty: 2 year limited

Limit: the spec field gives 3,200 rpm while the bullets give 3,000 strokes per minute, so this roundup uses the bullet figure. Skip if: you need more than 4.5 amps, since the Bosch JS572EK lists 7.2.

BLACK+DECKER Jig Saw, 5 Amp, Curve Control (BDEJS600C)

This corded jig saw is listed at 5 amps. The bullets describe Curve Control with four settings for the orbit, a variable-speed motor that generates up to 3,000 strokes per minute, and a 45 degree bevel. The title names a 3/4 inch orbital blade. The included items are the jig saw and a jigsaw blade. At 4.6 pounds it is a little heavier than the BDEJS300C.

  • Power: corded, 5 A (600 watts in the spec field)
  • Speed: up to 3,000 spm (bullets)
  • Curve settings: four
  • Bevel: 45 degrees
  • Weight: 4.6 pounds
  • Included: jig saw, one jigsaw blade

Limit: the warranty field says full warranty, while the manufacturer field says 2 year limited, so this roundup shows the manufacturer field. Skip if: you want a battery-powered saw, since this one runs on a cord.

SKIL 6 Amp Corded Jig Saw with Tool-Free Blade Change (JS314901)

This corded SKIL saw is listed at 6 amps and 600 watts. It has a four-stage orbital function, a two-finger trigger for speed control, and a shoe that adjusts for angled cuts without a tool. The bullets describe a tool-free blade clamp and a halo light, which the listing says gives 10 times more light than a standard LED. The included items are a wood blade and a metal blade.

  • Power: corded, 6 A
  • Orbital: four stages
  • Bevel: adjustable shoe, no tool needed
  • Weight: 4.9 pounds
  • Warranty: 1 year limited
  • Included: jig saw, wood blade, metal blade

Limit: the listing states no speed figure, so the speed is set by the trigger alone. Skip if: you want the most amps in this set, since this saw lists 6 A.

BOSCH Top-Handle Jig Saw, 7.0 Amp (JS470E)

This Bosch top-handle jig saw is listed at 7 amps and 3,100 strokes per minute, with a 45 degree bevel and an 8 inch blade length. The bullets describe a variable speed dial, four orbital settings, a tool-less blade change system with an ejection lever, and a die cast foot with a bevel wrench on board. The listing gives 10 pounds, the heaviest stated weight among these jigsaws.

  • Power: corded, 7 A
  • Speed: 3,100 spm (highlight)
  • Orbital: four settings
  • Bevel: 45 degrees
  • Blade length: 8 inches
  • Weight: 10 pounds
  • Warranty: limited 1 year (manufacturer field)

Limit: the weight is the highest in the table, and the text we opened does not say whether the foot can be removed. Skip if: you need a light saw, since this listing gives 10 pounds.

BOSCH JS572EK Jigsaw Kit, 7.2 Amp (JS572EK)

This Bosch kit is listed at 7.2 amps, which the bullets call a highest-in-class rating for its tool class. The bullets also describe a counterbalancing mechanism for low vibration, a one-touch blade change, and circuitry that the listing says keeps speed steady under load. The included items are an anti-splinter insert, a plastic shoe, three assorted jig saw blades and a case.

  • Power: corded, 7.2 A
  • Speed: variable dial; range not stated
  • Weight: 5 pounds
  • Blade change: one touch
  • Included: jig saw, anti-splinter insert, plastic shoe, three blades, case

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Limit: the speed range is not stated in the text we opened. Skip if: you want a battery-powered saw, since this kit is corded.

CRAFTSMAN V20 Cordless Jig Saw, Bare Tool (CMCS600B)

This cordless CRAFTSMAN jig saw is sold as a bare tool, and its battery and charger are sold separately. The bullets describe a variable speed trigger from 0 to 2,500 strokes per minute, three orbital settings, and a beveling shoe that cuts up to 45 degrees. The blade holder accepts both T and U blades, and the description adds a lightweight design and overmolded grips.

  • Power: 20 V V20 system, bare tool
  • Speed: 0 to 2,500 spm (bullets)
  • Orbital: three settings
  • Bevel: up to 45 degrees
  • Weight: 2.16 kg
  • Included: jig saw, wood blade; battery and charger sold separately

Limit: the spec field shows 500 rpm and 20 watts, which do not match the bullets, so this roundup uses the strokes per minute from the bullets. Skip if: you do not already own a V20 battery and charger.

Makita 18V LXT Brushless Cordless Jig Saw, Tool Only (XVJ04Z)

This Makita jig saw is sold as tool only, and its description says the battery and charger are sold separately. The bullets give a brushless variable speed motor that runs from 0 to 3,000 strokes per minute, three orbital settings plus straight cutting, and a soft no-load mode that the listing says creates a more accurate starting cut. The bullets also note a built-in LED, and the listing gives a 3-year limited warranty.

  • Power: 18 V LXT battery, tool only
  • Speed: 0 to 3,000 strokes per minute
  • Orbital: three settings plus straight
  • Blade length: 10.13 inches (field)
  • Warranty: 3-year limited
  • Included: attachments and bare tool

Limit: the listing gives no weight in the text we opened. Skip if: you do not already own a Makita 18V LXT battery and charger.

WEN 33606 6.6-Amp Variable Speed Orbital Jig Saw with Laser (33606)

This corded WEN jig saw is listed at 6.6 amps, with a variable speed dial that the bullets say runs from 0 to 3,300 strokes per minute. It has a four-position orbital knob, an onboard laser and LED light, and a dust port or front-mounted dust blower. The included items are a wood blade, a metal blade, a parallel fence bracket, a beveling footplate and a non-marring shoe. The bullets state a two-year warranty.

  • Power: corded, 6.6 A (792 watts in the spec field)
  • Speed: 0 to 3,300 spm (bullets); 3,400 rpm (spec field)
  • Orbital: four positions
  • Weight: 5.4 pounds
  • Warranty: two years (bullets)
  • Included: jigsaw, wood blade, metal blade, parallel fence bracket, beveling footplate, non-marring shoe

Limit: the spec field gives 3,400 rpm and the bullets give 3,300 strokes per minute, so this roundup uses the bullet figure. Skip if: you want a battery-powered saw, since this one is corded.

How we chose

We searched Amazon for best jigsaw on 2026-10-22. The first results pages mixed corded and cordless jigsaws with kits, puzzle boards and novelty items that matched the keyword by name, generic compatible tools, and unrelated tools. We kept jigsaws from established tool brands, corded and cordless. We left out puzzle products, generic compatible tools, and sellers without a clear brand.

We opened ten listings on 2026-10-22 and used no stored records. Six are corded saws, three are cordless tools sold without a battery, and one is a cordless kit with a battery and charger. Ten listings are a small sample of the jigsaws sold on Amazon, so treat this list as a starting point, not a full survey.

What we could not verify

  • How any jigsaw cuts curves, plywood, metal or plastic, or how steady its cut runs. The listings give specifications and claims only.
  • The battery run time for the BLJS78E1, which the listing puts at up to 82 feet per charge without naming the material or cut.
  • Speed figures that disagree: the BDEJS300C (3,200 rpm in the spec field and 3,000 strokes per minute in the bullets) and the WEN 33606 (3,400 rpm and 3,300 strokes per minute).
  • The speed range for the SKIL JS314901, the Bosch JS572EK and the BLJS78E1, which the text we opened does not state.
  • The warranty type for the BDEJS600C, where the title field says full warranty and the manufacturer field says 2 year limited.

What the sources do not say

  • Whether a battery from one brand fits another brand’s jigsaw. Each cordless listing names only its own battery system.
  • Which blade types fit each saw beyond the blades the listing includes.
  • How these jigsaws compare with a reciprocating saw or a hand saw for the same cut. The listings do not make that comparison.
  • Whether the DEWALT DCS334B and the CRAFTSMAN CMCS600B, both bare tools, come with any blades. The listings name only the wood blade in the CRAFTSMAN case and no blade for the DEWALT.

FAQ

What is a jigsaw used for?

The listings describe curves, shapes and straight cuts in wood, metal and plastic. The BLJS78E1 says it slices straight, curved or angled cuts through those materials. This roundup compares stated specifications, not how cleanly any saw cuts.

What does orbital action do on a jigsaw?

Orbital settings change how the blade moves, from a straight up-and-down stroke to a more aggressive cut. The listings describe the choice as controlling cut quality and speed. The Bosch JS470E lists four orbital settings, and the DEWALT DCS334B lists four positions.

Should I buy a corded or a cordless jigsaw?

The corded saws here state 4.5 to 7.2 amps and need no battery. The cordless saws are sold as bare tools or tool only, except the BLJS78E1 kit, which includes a 2.5 Ah battery and charger. Choose the power source that fits the work you do most.

What does tool only mean on a jigsaw listing?

Tool only or bare tool means the listing sells the saw without a battery or charger. The DEWALT DCS334B, the CRAFTSMAN CMCS600B and the Makita XVJ04Z are sold this way. You need a battery and charger from the same system before the saw can run.

Why do stroke and speed figures differ between listings?

Some listings give strokes per minute in the bullets and rpm in the spec field. The WEN 33606 gives 3,300 strokes per minute in its bullets and 3,400 rpm in its spec field. This roundup shows the figure as listed and uses the bullet figure where the two disagree.

Can a battery from one brand run another brand’s jigsaw?

This roundup cannot say that. Each cordless listing names only its own battery system, and the sources we opened do not state that any battery fits a different brand’s tool. Buy within the system named in the listing.

Bottom line

Start with the battery you already own: if it matches one of the cordless systems in this roundup, buy the matching bare tool; if you own no battery, buy the BLACK+DECKER BLJS78E1 kit, which comes with a battery and charger.

Sources

  • DEWALT 20V MAX XR Jig Saw, 3,200 Blade Speed, Cordless, Brushless Motor, LED Light, Bare Tool Only (DCS334B) (opened 2026-10-22)
  • BLACK+DECKER 20V MAX Brushless Cordless JigSaw Kit with 2.5Ah Battery and Charger, 24T Steel Blade, 6T Wood Blade, Up to 82 Ft per Charge, 1 In. Stroke, Variable Speed, LED, PowerConnect (BLJS78E1) (opened 2026-10-22)
  • BLACK+DECKER Jig Saw, 4.5 -Amp (BDEJS300C) (opened 2026-10-22)
  • BLACK+DECKER Jig Saw, 5-Amp, 3,000 Blade Speed, 45 Degree Beveled Cuts, 3/4-Inch Orbital Blade, 4 Curve Settings, Corded (BDEJS600C) (opened 2026-10-22)
  • SKIL 6 Amp Corded Jig Saw with Tool-Free Blade Change – JS314901 (opened 2026-10-22)
  • BOSCH Top-Handle Jig Saw, 7.0 Amp, Variable-Speed, Corded (JS470E) (opened 2026-10-22)
  • BOSCH Power Tools Jigsaw Kit – JS572EK – 7.2 Amp Corded Variable Speed Top-Handle Jig Saw Kit with Assorted Blades and Carrying Case (opened 2026-10-22)
  • CRAFTSMAN V20 Cordless Jig Saw, 3 Orbital Settings, Up to 2,500 SPM, Bare Tool Only (CMCS600B) (opened 2026-10-22)
  • Makita XVJ04Z 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless Jig Saw, Tool Only (opened 2026-10-22)
  • WEN 33606 6.6-Amp Variable Speed Orbital Jig Saw with Laser and LED Light, Black, Silver (opened 2026-10-22)

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