Cordless Jig Saws

A jig saw is one of the most-used power tools in a woodworker’s tool box.  The only tool more convenient than a jig saw is a cordless jig saw.  A cordless jig saw will allow you to make cuts in tight places and also makes your jig saw portable enough to take out to job sites where there is a limited source of electricity.  Let’s look at some of the best cordless jig saws on the market:

Makita LXT BJV180 Cordless Jig Saw

The Makita LXT BJV180 cordless jig saw is a power horse of a jig saw that retails at just under $400.  Many first-time cordless jig saw shoppers experience sticker shock when they see that a cordless jig saw is more expense than a traditional corded jig saw.  But this Makita cordless jig saw is money well-spent.  With a lithium ion powered 18 volt battery, this lightweight (around six pounds) saw has one of the longest run times of any cordless in its class.  With an LED light and a twenty-five minute charge time, you’ll be able to recharge fast to get on with the job at hand!  Because the Makita LXT BJV180 has a lithium ion battery, you will get a charge that lasts as much as five times longer than traditional Ni-cad or NIMH batteries.  This saw is backed by Makita’s three year warranty, and the lithium ion battery is guaranteed for one year as well.

Bosch 52318 Cordless Jig Saw

For a little bit less cash you can own the Bosch 52318 cordless jig saw (around $240) and still get the 18 volt power that you’ll find with the Makita saw above.  This Bosch cordless jig saw features smooth cutting power and that allows for easy blade changes with a blade ejection mechanism.  Unlike the pricier Makita saw, this Bosch cordless jig saw has Ni-cad batteries that are warranted for two years.  The saw itself is backed by a three year warranty from Bosch.

Rockwell RK2847K2 Cordless Jig Saw

Another great option is Rockwell’s RK2847K2 cordless jig saw.  This powerful and precise jig saw is very easy to use with a simple design and (again) an 18 volt battery.  This saw is a bit cheaper (around $150) but has plenty to offer.  One great feature of this saw is that it comes with two batteries (Ni-cad), so that you can use one and have a spare charging.  These batteries charge in a little under an hour.  With four orbital settings for thin, hard, thick and fast cuts, this Rockwell saw has a thirty second blade change feature and two year limited warranty from the manufacturer.

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