Bosch JS365 vs Makita VJ04Z

Model Bosch
JS365
Makita
VJ04Z

Basic Info

Suggested Price $99.00 $89.00
Release Sep 2012 Sep 2016

Overview

Top Features
  • The product is 6.5A Top Hand Jigsaw
  • Easy to use
  • The product is manufactured in China
  • Toolless blade-change system – Fast insertion, blade ejection lever eliminates need to touch hot blade. Most secure jigsaw clamping system
  • Four orbital-action settings -different blade strokes for smooth to aggressive cuts
  • Variable speed – Dial sets maximum speed and accelerator trigger controls operating speed
  • Adjustable dust blower – keeps cutting line clear
  • Sturdy Die-Cast Aluminum Foot with steel insert and on-board bevel wrench storage
  • Makita-built variable speed motor delivers 0-2,900 strokes per minute
  • 3 orbital settings plus straight cutting for use in a wide range of materials
  • Compact and ergonomic design at 9-1/8″ long
  • Weighs only 3.8 lbs. with battery (battery not included) for reduced operator fatigue
  • Dust port for use with a vacuum provides efficient dust management

All Features

Cord Type Heavy Duty
Variable Speed Yes Yes
Dust Collection No Yes
Scrolling Action No
Adjustable Shoe Yes
Side Handle No
UL Listed Yes
Dust Port No
ETL Safety Listing No
Voltage 120 V 12
Laser Guide No
Number of Orbital Action Settings 4 unit
Orbital Action Positions 4 unit
Fire Safety No
Speed Range High 3,100.00 unit
Keyless / Keyed Blade Change Keyless Keyed
Length Of Stroke 1.00 in .688
Supplier Product Name 6.5 A Top Handle Jigsaw
AbilityOne No
Blade Type(s) T-Shank Jigsaw Blades
Case Type Case
Cord Length 6.00 ft
Maximum Metal Cutting Capacity 0.38 in
Package Contents Top Handle Jig Saw, No-Mar Overshoe, Anti-Splinter Insert, Blade, Bevel Wrench, Case
UNSPSC 27112734
Tool Type Jigsaw
Bevel Capacity 45.00 ° 45
FOB No
GSA Approved No
TAA/BAA No
On Board Blade Storage No
Cordless/Corded Corded Cordless
Main Handle Type Top Handle
Lock On Switch Yes
Housing Material High Density Plastic
Country of Origin CHINA
ADA Approved No
Maximum Wood Cutting Capacity 3.50 in
Color / Finish Blue
Amperage 7 A 0.0
Amps 6
Dust Blower included? Yes
Jig Saw
Yes
90-Day
7.75
Lithium Ion
3-year limited warranty
Variable Speed
0.0
9.125
1-UL Listed
No
No
3.8
12-volt,Lithium Ion
Power Tool

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