DeWalt
FLEXVOLT 60V MAX Brushless Cordless Reciprocating Saw DCS389B
$299
Released 2020
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FLEXVOLT 60V MAX Brushless Cordless Reciprocating Saw DCS389B vs 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B is cheaper at $139. Every spec and price links to its source.
Bosch
18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B
$139Cheaper
Released 2016
Which is better: the FLEXVOLT 60V MAX Brushless Cordless Reciprocating Saw DCS389B or 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B?
The 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B wins 1 of the 1 specs we compare head to head; the other wins 0. The 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B is the cheaper at $139. The 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B both leads on specs and costs less — the straightforward pick.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | FLEXVOLT 60V MAX Brushless Cordless Reciprocating Saw DCS389B | 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $299 | $139 |
| Brand | DeWalt | Bosch |
| Released | 2020 | 2016 |
| Power source | cordless | cordless |
| Amps or voltage | 60 V | 18 V |
| Strokes per min max | 3000 | 3050 |
| Stroke length (in) | 1.125 in | 0.83 in |
| Orbital action | No | No |
| Tool less blade change | Yes | Yes |
| Brushless | Yes | No |
| Weight (lb) | 7.56 | 4.4 |
| Release | 2020 | 2016 |
Sources — FLEXVOLT 60V MAX Brushless Cordless Reciprocating Saw DCS389B: dewalt.com (verified 2026-06-20). 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B: boschtools.com (verified 2026-06-20).
What's the difference between the FLEXVOLT 60V MAX Brushless Cordless Reciprocating Saw DCS389B and 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (5 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.
- Amps or voltage: FLEXVOLT 60V MAX Brushless Cordless Reciprocating Saw DCS389B 60 V vs 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B 18 V
- Strokes per min max: FLEXVOLT 60V MAX Brushless Cordless Reciprocating Saw DCS389B 3000 vs 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B 3050
- Stroke length (in): FLEXVOLT 60V MAX Brushless Cordless Reciprocating Saw DCS389B 1.125 in vs 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B 0.83 in
- Brushless: FLEXVOLT 60V MAX Brushless Cordless Reciprocating Saw DCS389B true vs 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B false
- Weight (lb): FLEXVOLT 60V MAX Brushless Cordless Reciprocating Saw DCS389B 7.56 vs 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B 4.4