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Black+Decker RTX-B 3-Speed RTX Rotary Tool vs Bosch Professional GRO 12V-35 Cordless Rotary Tool

A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Black+Decker RTX-B 3-Speed RTX Rotary Tool is cheaper at $42.71. Every spec and price links to its source.

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Spec Black+Decker RTX-B 3-Speed RTX Rotary Tool Bosch Professional GRO 12V-35 Cordless Rotary Tool
US price $42.71
BrandBlack+DeckerBosch
Released
Power source corded cordless
Amps or voltage 2 A / 120 V 12 V
Speed range (rpm) 12,000 / 24,000 / 30,000 RPM (3 fixed speeds) 5,000–35,000 RPM
Max (rpm) 30000 35000
Variable speed No Yes
Brushless No
Ez change accessories No No
Included accessories count 5
Release year

Sources — Black+Decker RTX-B 3-Speed RTX Rotary Tool: toolboxsupply.com (verified 2026-06-20). Bosch Professional GRO 12V-35 Cordless Rotary Tool: bosch-professional.com (verified 2026-07-10).

What's the difference between the Black+Decker RTX-B 3-Speed RTX Rotary Tool and Bosch Professional GRO 12V-35 Cordless Rotary Tool?

Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (5 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.

  • Power source: Black+Decker RTX-B 3-Speed RTX Rotary Tool corded vs Bosch Professional GRO 12V-35 Cordless Rotary Tool cordless
  • Amps or voltage: Black+Decker RTX-B 3-Speed RTX Rotary Tool 2 A / 120 V vs Bosch Professional GRO 12V-35 Cordless Rotary Tool 12 V
  • Speed range (rpm): Black+Decker RTX-B 3-Speed RTX Rotary Tool 12,000 / 24,000 / 30,000 RPM (3 fixed speeds) vs Bosch Professional GRO 12V-35 Cordless Rotary Tool 5,000–35,000 RPM
  • Max (rpm): Black+Decker RTX-B 3-Speed RTX Rotary Tool 30000 vs Bosch Professional GRO 12V-35 Cordless Rotary Tool 35000
  • Variable speed: Black+Decker RTX-B 3-Speed RTX Rotary Tool false vs Bosch Professional GRO 12V-35 Cordless Rotary Tool true

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