Bosch · Updated June 2026
Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B: price, specs & release date
Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B, released 2016. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: boschtools.com verified STALE · 2026-06-20 ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B is listed at $139 on boschtools.com as of 2026-06-27, #4 cheapest of 11 reciprocating saws (median $159); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Silver Deskmark — 47/100 pay-blind standing, #4 of 11 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Cheapest reciprocating saws: Ryobi ONE+ 18V Cordless Reciprocating Saw P519 — $39.5
Is the Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B a good buy?
At $139, the Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B is #4 cheapest of the 11 reciprocating saws we track, where the median is $159. On the spec sheet, its release of 2016 is the lowest of the 4, its strokes per min max of 3050 is above the median of the 11, and its stroke length of 0.83 in is below the median of the 11. By release date, it is the oldest of the 4 we date.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $139 MSRP bare tool per Bosch 2016 launch press release; current retail ~$159 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Bosch |
| Released | 2016 |
| Power source | cordless |
| Amps or voltage | 18 V |
| Strokes per min max | 3050 |
| Stroke length (in) | 0.83 in |
| Orbital action | No |
| Tool less blade change | Yes |
| Brushless | No |
| Weight (lb) | 4.4 |
Source: boschtools.com (read 2026-06-20) STALE · 2026-06-20 · corroborated by pressroom.boschtools.com (read 2026-06-20). CORRECTED: draft claimed brushless=true; this is FALSE. Neither the official Bosch product page nor the launch press release mentions a brushless motor — Bosch's brushless compact recip is the separate GSA18V-125N ('EC Brushless'). Set brushless=false. Release date (July 12, 2016), MSRP ($139 bare tool), SPM (0-3,050), and stroke length (0.83 in / 21 mm) confirmed on Bosch press release. Bare-tool weight 4.4 lb per official product page (press release cited 5.5 lb for a kit/packaged figure). Tool-less blade change confirmed. No orbital action.
Is the Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B worth it vs cheaper reciprocating saws?
Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B against its closest cheaper and pricier reciprocating saws on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 11 ranked
| Product | Price | Power source | Amps or voltage | Strokes per min max | Stroke length (in) | Orbital action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B this | $139 | cordless | 18 V | 3050 | 0.83 in | No |
| Metabo HPT 11 Amp Reciprocating Saw CR13VST | $99 | corded | 11 A | 2800 | 1.125 in | Yes |
| Milwaukee M18 HACKZALL Reciprocating Saw 2625-20 | $149 | cordless | 18 V | 3000 | 0.75 in | No |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B cost?
The Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B has a US price of $139 (MSRP bare tool per Bosch 2016 launch press release; current retail ~$159), as of 2026-06-20.
How does the Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B compare on price?
At $139, the Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B is #4 cheapest of the 11 reciprocating saws we track, where the median is $159.
When was the Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B released?
The Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B was released 2016.
What are the Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B's key specs?
Bosch 18V Compact Reciprocating Saw GSA18V-083B (Bosch): power source cordless, amps or voltage 18 V, strokes per min max 3050, stroke length in 0.83 in, orbital action No. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-20.
Price of record: $139 at boschtools.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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