Bosch
18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B
$139
Released 2016
Best Reciprocating Saws · head-to-head
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. 11 Amp Reciprocating Saw CR13VST is cheaper at $99. Every spec and price links to its source.
Bosch
$139
Released 2016
Metabo HPT
$99Cheaper
The 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B wins 1 of the 1 specs we compare head to head; the other wins 0. The 11 Amp Reciprocating Saw CR13VST is the cheaper at $99. Get the 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B for the stronger spec sheet, the 11 Amp Reciprocating Saw CR13VST to spend less.
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| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 — 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B: boschtools.com (verified 2026-06-20). 11 Amp Reciprocating Saw CR13VST: metabo-hpt.com (verified 2026-06-20).
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (6 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.