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BLACK+DECKER BDEJS600C vs. Bosch JS470E

Considering a new jigsaw? Compare the benefits of the BLACK+DECKER BDEJS600C and Bosch JS470E and make a smart purchase!

Lets compare these two jigsaws: the BLACK+DECKER BDEJS600C and the Bosch JS470E.

BLACK+DECKER BDEJS600C
Bosch JS470E

Features & Benefits

Power

Both products are corded and require 120 V. The BDEJS600C draws 5 amps. The JS470E draws 7 amps. Standard U.S. residential circuits are 120 V, 15 A, which will support either of the products.

Pros & Cons

Lets take a look at some of the pluses and minuses of these products.

For the BLACK+DECKER:

Pros

  • Light weight makes for easier use
  • Generally reasonably priced
  • Accepts both T-shank and U-shank blades

Cons

  • Icons on orbital action dial can be misleading

For the JS470E:

Cons

  • Does not accept U-shank blades

Comparison Chart

Here is a full side-by-side look at these productsspecs. You can view comparisons of the BLACK+DECKER BDEJS600C with other products

and comparisons of the Bosch JS470E with other products.

BLACK+DECKER BDEJS600CBosch JS470E
BLACK+DECKER BDEJS600C
Bosch JS470E
BrandBLACK+DECKERBosch
Power Typecordedcorded
Power - Voltage120 V120 V
Power - Amps5 A7 A
Blade TypeT-shank, U-shankT-shank
Maximum Bevel45°45°
Dimensions8” L
Weight4.6 lbs5.6 lbs
Stroke Length3/4”1”
Strokes/Minute30003100
Warranty2 year limited manufacturers warranty1 year warranty
Pros
  • Light weight makes for easier use
  • Generally reasonably priced
  • Accepts both T-shank and U-shank blades
    Cons
    • Icons on orbital action dial can be misleading
    • Does not accept U-shank blades
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