Compact and light, the Bosch PST 18 LI develops 2,500 rpm and offers a pendulum movement to facilitate cutting. Arguments that should allow the jigsaw to get a good place in our comparison.
This jigsaw is ideal for people who want to learn how to use this type of machine, as it has excellent ergonomics. It is also compact and very light, with a protective cover around the blade and many accessories. On the other hand, it produces significantly more splinters in the wood than the Ryobi R18JS-0 model.
Strong points
- Very accessible to people who want to learn how to use a jigsaw.
- Good work safety.
- Lightweight.
- Good autonomy.
Weak points
- Less clean cuts than the competition, especially on small thicknesses.
- No charge level on the battery.
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Alternatively
Efficient and well equipped as standard, the Einhell TE-JS 18 Li-Solo jigsaw is a good model to equip yourself inexpensively and start your career as a handyman. Powerful enough to cut a wide variety of materials, it remains comfortable enough for long-term use.