Independent · sourced · Updated June 2026

Best Jigsaws (2026)

12 jigsaws compared on the specs that matter and US price — ranked cheapest-first. Every spec and price links to its source and the date we captured it.

The best overall jigsaw is Black+Decker BDEJS600C 5-Amp Jig Saw ($59.99). The best value jigsaw is Ryobi P5231 18V ONE+ Cordless Orbital Jig Saw ($69). The cheapest is Black+Decker BDEJS600C 5-Amp Jig Saw at $59.99. 12 jigsaws compared from $59.99 to $445 across 9 brands — every figure sourced, updated June 2026.

As of 2026-06-20

Cite this comparison Per The Front Desk Review, the cheapest jigsaws is Black+Decker BDEJS600C 5-Amp Jig Saw at $59.99; across 10 models the median price is $214 ($59.99–$445), every figure sourced and dated, as of 2026-06-20. https://frontdeskreview.com/gear/jigsaws/

Our data Across the 10 jigsaws we priced, the most expensive lists for 1013% more than the best-specced one — Black+Decker BDEJS600C 5-Amp Jig Saw at $40 — so the premium mostly buys the badge, not better hardware. Premium Myth study, as of August 2026.

Which jigsaw should you buy?

Three buyer-intent picks from the algorithmic ranking below — no paid placement.

As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. Prices verified 2026-06-20; live price may differ.

Key takeaways

  • Lowest price: Black+Decker BDEJS600C 5-Amp Jig Saw at $59.99 (Current Home Depot / Amazon retail price).
  • Typical price: from $59.99, median $214, up to $445 — across 10 priced.
  • Tracked: 12 products across 9 brands, current through 2026-06-20.
  • Compared on: Power source, Amps or voltage, Strokes per min max, Stroke length (in), Orbital settings, Bevel capacity (°).

Best by the numbers

Objective winners — each is the leader on one measured spec, with the figure. No subjective ranking.

Top 3 by quality

An algorithmic overall ranking from the data on this page — value for money, spec strength, and recency. 100% data-driven, no paid placement.

  1. Black+Decker BDEJS600C 5-Amp Jig Saw Black+Decker BDEJS600C 5-Amp Jig Saw Quality score 78/100 Best value
  2. Ryobi P5231 18V ONE+ Cordless Orbital Jig Saw Ryobi P5231 18V ONE+ Cordless Orbital Jig Saw Quality score 52/100 Best value
  3. Metabo HPT CJ110MV Variable Speed Jig Saw Metabo HPT CJ110MV Variable Speed Jig Saw Quality score 50/100 Most powerful

How we rank: Value 45% · Spec strength 35% · Recency 20%. Scores are computed only within this category from published specs and prices — never influenced by commissions or placement. Method & open data →

What to look for

How to read the comparison — what each key spec means and the range across these jigsaws.

  • Amps or voltage — higher is better.
  • Bevel capacity (°) — higher is better (this group: 45 to 45).

Comparison

US price = launch MSRP for the base configuration. Sourced per row.
#JigsawPricePower sourceAmps or voltageStrokes per min maxStroke length (in)Orbital settingsBevel capacity (°)SourceBuy
1 Black+Decker BDEJS600C 5-Amp Jig Saw Black+Decker BDEJS600C 5-Amp Jig Saw $59.99 corded5.0 A30000.75 in445 blackanddecker.com On Amazon →
2 Ryobi P5231 18V ONE+ Cordless Orbital Jig Saw Ryobi P5231 18V ONE+ Cordless Orbital Jig Saw $69 cordless18 V30001 in445 homedepot.com On Amazon →
3 Bosch JS470E Top-Handle Jig Saw Bosch JS470E Top-Handle Jig Saw 1 review $179 corded7.0 A31001 in445 boschtools.com On Amazon →
4 DeWalt DW331K Jig Saw Kit DeWalt DW331K Jig Saw Kit $193.99 corded6.5 A31001 in445 dewalt.com On Amazon →
5 Makita XVJ03Z 18V LXT Cordless Jig Saw Makita XVJ03Z 18V LXT Cordless Jig Saw 1 review $199 cordless18 V26001 in345 makitatools.com On Amazon →
6 Milwaukee M18 FUEL D-Handle Jig Saw (2737-20) Milwaukee M18 FUEL D-Handle Jig Saw (2737-20) 1 review $229 cordless18 V35001 in445 ohiopowertool.com On Amazon →
7 DeWalt DCS334B 20V MAX XR Cordless Jig Saw DeWalt DCS334B 20V MAX XR Cordless Jig Saw 1 review $239 cordless20 V32001 in445 dewalt.com On Amazon →
8 Bosch JS572EBL Barrel-Grip Jig Saw Bosch JS572EBL Barrel-Grip Jig Saw 1 review $289 corded7.2 A30001 in445 boschtools.com On Amazon →
9 Makita 4350FCT Top-Handle Jig Saw Makita 4350FCT Top-Handle Jig Saw $309 corded6.3 A28001 in345 makitatools.com On Amazon →
10 Festool Carvex PSB 420 EBQ-Plus Jig Saw Festool Carvex PSB 420 EBQ-Plus Jig Saw 1 review $445 corded4.5 A38001 in445 woodcraft.com On Amazon →
11 Metabo HPT CJ110MV Variable Speed Jig Saw Metabo HPT CJ110MV Variable Speed Jig Saw corded5.8 A30001 in445 metabo-hpt.com On Amazon →
12 Skil JS820301 PWRCore 20V Cordless Jigsaw Skil JS820301 PWRCore 20V Cordless Jigsaw cordless20 V28000.875 in445 skil.com Check price →

Specs are as published by the manufacturer (or a reputable spec source where the official page was unavailable); prices are US launch MSRP. Full per-product records and all spec columns are in our open dataset. The “Buy” links go to Amazon; as an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, and the live price may differ from the sourced figure shown.

Popular comparisons

What is the cheapest jigsaw?

Black+Decker BDEJS600C 5-Amp Jig Saw is the cheapest at $59.99 (Current Home Depot / Amazon retail price), as of 2026-06-20.

How much does jigsaws cost?

Across the 10 jigsaws with a published price, the median is $214, ranging from $59.99 to $445, as of 2026-06-20.

Which jigsaw is best by the numbers?

Lowest price: Black+Decker BDEJS600C 5-Amp Jig Saw ($39.99). Highest bevel capacity deg: Bosch JS470E Top-Handle Jig Saw (45 bevel capacity deg).

How many jigsaws are compared here?

12 jigsaws across 9 brands, with US price and key specs, current through 2026-06-20.

What is the best overall jigsaw?

Black+Decker BDEJS600C 5-Amp Jig Saw ($59.99) — Highest overall score (78/100) — the strongest balance of specs, value and recency in this group.

What is the best value jigsaw?

Ryobi P5231 18V ONE+ Cordless Orbital Jig Saw ($69) — Most specification per dollar of any jigsaws here at $69.

What is the most capable jigsaw?

Metabo HPT CJ110MV Variable Speed Jig Saw — Leads this group on the measured specs.

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