Bosch
Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B
$139
Released 2016
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Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B vs Metabo HPT 11 Amp Reciprocating Saw CR13VST
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Metabo HPT 11 Amp Reciprocating Saw CR13VST is cheaper at $99. Every spec and price links to its source.
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Which is better: the Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B or Metabo HPT 11 Amp Reciprocating Saw CR13VST?
The Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B wins 1 of the 1 specs we compare head to head; the other wins 0. The Metabo HPT 11 Amp Reciprocating Saw CR13VST is the cheaper at $99. Get the Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B for the stronger spec sheet, the Metabo HPT 11 Amp Reciprocating Saw CR13VST to spend less.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B | Metabo HPT 11 Amp Reciprocating Saw CR13VST |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $139 | $99 |
| Brand | Bosch | Metabo HPT |
| Released | 2016 | — |
| Power source | cordless | corded |
| Amps or voltage | 18 V | 11 A |
| Strokes per min max | 3050 | 2800 |
| Stroke length (in) | 0.83 in | 1.125 in |
| Orbital action | No | Yes |
| Tool less blade change | Yes | Yes |
| Brushless | No | No |
| Weight (lb) | 4.4 | 8.7 |
| Release | 2016 | — |
Sources — Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B: boschtools.com (verified 2026-06-20). Metabo HPT 11 Amp Reciprocating Saw CR13VST: metabo-hpt.com (verified 2026-06-20).
What's the difference between the Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B and Metabo HPT 11 Amp Reciprocating Saw CR13VST?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (6 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.
- Power source: Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B cordless vs Metabo HPT 11 Amp Reciprocating Saw CR13VST corded
- Amps or voltage: Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B 18 V vs Metabo HPT 11 Amp Reciprocating Saw CR13VST 11 A
- Strokes per min max: Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B 3050 vs Metabo HPT 11 Amp Reciprocating Saw CR13VST 2800
- Stroke length (in): Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B 0.83 in vs Metabo HPT 11 Amp Reciprocating Saw CR13VST 1.125 in
- Orbital action: Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B false vs Metabo HPT 11 Amp Reciprocating Saw CR13VST true
- Weight (lb): Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B 4.4 vs Metabo HPT 11 Amp Reciprocating Saw CR13VST 8.7