PST 800 PEL
Bosch Home and Garden Jigsaw PST 800 PEL (530 W, in case)
Other product advantages
– Powerful 530 W motor and 80 mm cutting depth in wood – making even hard jobs easy
– Four stage orbital pendulum action for faster sawing progress, better sawing of curves and longer lifetime of the saw blade
– Minimal vibration and safe and comfortable working due to Bosch low vibration with linear mass balance and ergonomic softgrip
– Bosch SDS ensures effortless and safe saw blade changes within seconds– without the need for additional tools
– Switchable air blast function ensures a clear view of the cutting line at all times
– Dust extraction port – for dust free working
– Robust sole plate for steady guidance
– Up to six saw blades can be easily stored in the integrated saw blade storage compartment
– Cable guide with hanging hook for practical storage
| Weight: | 2 kg |
| Size: | PST |
| Dimensions: | 29 x 38 x 10 cm; 2 Kilograms |
| Model: | 06033A0170 |
| Part: | 06033A0170 |
| Colour: | Green |
| Pack Quantity: | 1 |
| Batteries Required: | No |
| Batteries Included: | No |
| Manufacture: | Bosch |
| Dimensions: | 29 x 38 x 10 cm; 2 Kilograms |
| Quantity: | 1 |
| Size: | PST |
Bosch has always been my first choose when it comes to hand tools. Bought this to do a lamination flooring and it was a perfect choose once again.
Did research. Happy with this, seems sturdy, used it a fair bit..perhaps not on ideal wood situations either..and copes..a blade did break..bought some others. Yes, seems ok..a nice quality feel..happy with this purchase for the price but havent tried others to really compare..but yep, would recommend.
Bought this for my husband’s birthday. He is very leased with it – as a DIY fanatic he uses it a lot !!
I’ve used my Bosch PST 700 E Compact Jigsaw for months now, and am so glad I bought it. Forget about Laser guided jigsaws, this compact saw cuts accurately without any fuss. More than pleased with my purchase.
Cuts a clear straight line easily manoeuvres for intricate shapes and clears the dust on your line.
I do however believe that more blades should be supplied with the unit even if it needs a small price increase.
I have discarded three Jigsaws in the past two years all of supposed high quality and price.
This Jigsaw has already helped lay two real wood floors and build two large bedroom wardrobe complexes without a single problem the cuts were so accurate that the units which were built to a specification needed no adjustment what so ever saving me hours of work. (Not flat pack but custom built Of expensive and high quality materials). Well done Bosch.
Well Bosch, you’ve gone and build the god of affordable jigsaws. The low vibration is great. You can also control the speed really well so you’re not just maxed out all the time meaning a better cut.
Only issue is that the lead could be slightly longer.
I needed to cut quite a few panels of 11mm OSB3. My 30 year old jigsaw was on its last legs so I treated myself to a new one. This one does all I need, seems to be well made and is easy to use. Definitely recommend.
Looks much the same as other saws, has a few handy features quick release blade and so on. the real difference is when you cut. i have used a few cheaper saws but fitted with a proper blade, the saw is just a motor to move the blade after all. How foolish i was, how smooth the cut is, the low vibration, the actual feel while using. I’m trying to think of projects to start just to use it.
my old one hadnt broken, but was blowing sawdust upwards making it a pain to use. Really glad i bought this one as it has a feature to blow the dust away. Also the clear plastic guide is superb for getting accurate cuts.
wasnt sure i was going to like the adjustable speed by pressure, but its very useful.
minimal amount of vibration when using it too.
recommended
This is a great piece of equipment without being too expensive. I wanted a simple basic jigsaw for general cutting therefore I did not require a guide fence guide or speed control. This one did the job for me.
Used it a couple of times and it’s really easy to use and more precise, even for someone like me who has never used i
it does the jobs in the house and in the garden very well. Makes light work of certain jobs.
Easy to use
Easy to change the blades
Handy storage case.
This saw was as expected. Good tool with speed that can be varied by pressure on the trigger. The dust collector works OK, remember to empty it often. There are 3 fixed positions for shoe angling the blade 0, 22.5 and 45 degrees. You will need a cross cut screw driver to adjust the shoe. My only gripe is that it has proved quite difficult at times to remove the blade. The unit I have requires a lot of jiggling to get the blade out. I would pay a little more for a better blade carrier. I would buy this model again.
Excelllent bit of kit. Bought to sort out a decking frame and decking boards. Completed the job in double quick time with the aid of this power tool. Only criticism is that it comes with one blade for cutting wood – investing in more blades is sensible if you have a large project to complete!
In the box you get the jigsaw itself, plus one blade (fast cut for wood) and a user manual. There’s space in the box for more blades that you have to purchase separately.
The tool fits both T shank and universal fitment blades, according to the manual, but of course if you buy Bosch or “Bosch compatible” then you should be okay.
Fitting the blade in is simple, although I found it slightly odd that in lifting the red movable mechanism, with the blade in place it didn’t return all the way down. I tried it with a few different blades that I had and the same thing, but in use it holds it fine and no blade has ever fallen out.
A word of caution before making your first cut: make sure the foot plate is centered and tight. Mine wasn’t and that would have resulted in a non-straight cut if you follow the marker arrow and don’t look at the blade that follows it.
I personally chose a corded jigsaw over a cordless one, because I considered that it won’t be in regular use and having a battery out of use for any extended periods of time is not good for its longevity. So, a cord was a requirement of mine. I think Bosch have been a bit stingy though and could have provided a longer power cable as this would avoid the need for extension cables in many scenarios.
The tool itself is simple to operate with the trigger being pressure sensitive so you don’t have to use it at maximum speed all the time. There’s a lock that holds it at maximum speed though, but not at slower speeds. The only other feature is the air blower, which I personally find useful. There is a vacuum attachment on the back of the tool, but despite owning a standard ‘outdoor builder’ type Nilfisk vacuum cleaner, it does not fit and so has so far proven useless to me.
I’ve not tried the footplate angle cutting yet, but have no reason to believe it won’t work. I would say that it would be better if it had two screws holding it in, rather than the single screw. Notches and indents aim to make sure the foot plate is aligned though, but as mentioned, out the box mine wasn’t.
All in all, for my light use so far, it’s a nice lightweight tool that’s easy to use. I like that it isn’t complicated and isn’t covered in buttons or settings or adjustable pendulum action, unlike other brands that — I think — overcomplicate matters. That said, is it worth twice the price of a generic branded jigsaw? Probably not, but I’d like to think that being a Bosch tool its quality and therefore longevity is superior.
This Bosch jigsaw has done big and small jobs and still going.goid solid motor and easy to release blade holder. Good length in power cable .recommend
Good weight. Strong enough motor. Excellent for the small jobs I have. It’s a Bosch so I expect itll last well into the future. Happy customer.
Great quality all round, the only thing is that the saw supplied causes a few tears and chips in plywood. So a better saw is recommended for intricate work
fine for standard house jobs. Battery isn’t great at 1.5aH, however, it’ll suffice for simple home cutting.
It’s a Bosch. You don’t need to say much more. It isn’t lightweight but that is an advantage. Very little vibration and the smooth start-up makes accurate starts very easy. The forward and back blade oscillation makes for a fast and smooth cutting action. The blade guard can be a bit fiddly because it has to be removed to change blades. The blade change itself is very easy. I wish I had replaced my old jigsaw a long time ago.
Brilliant. Really easy to fit blades: without any tools. Cuts really fast and clean. Miles better than my 20 year old black and decker: so glad I changed it. Love the variable speed control as it gives great accuracy
I bought this as i have a very heavy wardrobe that i need to get rid of. It did the job perfectly cutting it up in to easy to lift pieces, granted what I am using it for is not exactly heavy work but I cant fault it, especially for the price, the variable speed gives you total control, i would certainly recommend it.
Does the job well… It comes in a cardboard box… Can buy a plastic case which costs extra… Can’t see why they don’t supply them with a case in the first place
Does the job well… It comes in a cardboard box… Can buy a plastic case which costs extra… Can’t see why they don’t supply them with a case in the first place
Does the job well… It comes in a cardboard box… Can buy a plastic case which costs extra… Can’t see why they don’t supply them with a case in the first place
Does the job well… It comes in a cardboard box… Can buy a plastic case which costs extra… Can’t see why they don’t supply them with a case in the first place
I got this to modify a unit I had to make it fit perfectly. Having never used an electric saw before it was very easy to use but naturally with a power tool you have to be careful. I felt it was easy to control but turning was a little difficult.
This item sits on my shelf and when needed is ready for action in seconds. Corded devices take a little longer, especially if needed to be used away from a power socket.
Accuracy is great and very easy to use.
As a first time user of my own jigsaw I didn’t want anything too complicated. I had to trim and rip some wood for window boards and architrave so had a specific use for it straight away.
It took a short while to get used to the handling. It is however very manoeuvrable so I imagine it will be great fun using for more creative cutting but I needed this jigsaw to cut fairly straight as my track saw wasn’t long enough to rip the battens I had. In the end I was very impressed. I was able to follow my guideline pretty accurately. Considering this edge wasn’t facing out it didn’t matter too much but I loved the fact that it remained fairly true.
A worth while purchase for sure!
A great small jigsaw, very easy to use, good job.
My previous jigsaw was a cheap Argos product and it lasted me for years. I bought this more expensive saw to replace it and I am delighted with how good it is, apart from I struggle to remove the blade.
Used this for the first time today to cut floorboards. Excellent job. Easy to use. Just wish I had bought a few more blades but that is nothing to do with how easy it is to use. Will look at investing in some of the add ons. Excellent produc
Perfect for cutting the opening for the new sink. Followed the line well with little wandering.
Great jigsaw for the size of it, would definitely recommend, the only down side is that the spare blade carrier keeps falling off.
Well made as expected with bosch products, but have to agree with several other reviews, difficult to remove blade after use. Hopefully will ease with use
What a great tool!
Had to buy another saw to replace one which self-destructed after many years but I’m so glad to get my hands on this; light and with vibration control it cuts a straight line with accuracy every time. Usual advice stands about only using quality blades, cheapies just bend and wobble, and great to have its own plastic case to safely hold the saw and a pack of blades all in one place.
Now have almost a full set of Bosch tools, would not buy another brand, VERY happy with this
Really good saw nice and controllable.
Only down side is guide seems very flimsy as it’s only made out of plastic.
Only used this jigsaw once so far due to having a hip replacement operation. I used it to cut a bit of the bottom of a door which wouldn’t close due to a new carpet on the floor. It handled that job easily with no problems. As it was just a straight cut I can’t comment on its manoeuvrability. The reason I gave it 4 stars is because I had some difficulty removing the blade from the saw after finishing the cut, and ended up nicking my thumb a bit, causing it to bleed. That could’ve been down to my own clumsiness rather than anything to do with the saw though?
Like the power this product has, reasonable length cord , easy blade installation, accuracy is dependant on the user these type of cutters rely on the users steady hand they are not designed for total accuracy but certainly does what is was designed for .
Liked the variable speed, getting the blades in and out can be a little tricky at times, other than that a nice machine
What an incredible jigsaw. Slices through wood like a hot knife through butter. Wow. Efficient layout of buttons and storage of blades. Used dust extractor facility and blower , both work amazingly well.
Excellent little jigsaw for use round the house. Well, until your wife finds wood dust everywhere and banishes you back to the shed!
I added a set of saw blades and it does everything I need. The downside is that there is no laser to follow so it’s down to your steady hand for straight edges (let’s face it, by the time you’re doing dad jobs with this, your gin-hungry nature means you’ve lost that hand-steadiness). And the vacuum attachment doesn’t fit all brands tightly so you can end up with a bit of a mess.
For the occasional job this is the perfect jigsaw. If you are going to use it on a very regular basis you might want to consider a slightly more expensive model. I tried my neighbours one at some point and it was overall a better tool, but for the price of this, it still works fine after three years and is not bad at all
I normally like the Bosh professional range but for smaller, easier jobs got the power for all range because batteries are interchangeable. This little jigsaw is excellent. OK blade thicker than I expected but very efficient cutting and excellent battery length.
I have used this jigsaw on mini DIY jobs at home now. Obviously the accuracy when cutting depends on the individual, but it is very accurate and the movability when cutting is very easy. I have cut different materials with different blades and it was very easy. The overall weight of the jigsaw is quite light and lead length it’s not too bad. I ordered this almost a year ago and it’s still going stron. A good handy jigsaw especially for the price and also comes in a easy caring case.
First rate product. Superbly made. Dead accurate. None of the wonky cuts you get with cheap jig saws. Totally brilliant and worth the extra over a 30 basic model. Worth every penny. The anti vibration feature is great too. Not very noisy either. A must have tool for the DIYer!
Absolutely fantastic to which I can’t do without. Sturdy, powerful and the Battery life is suitable for my uses. I have stopped the green range and plan to buy other 18 V tools and possibly some extra batteries.
Very nice jigsaw for a very good price compared to other retailers, comes in a nice box with plenty of room for accessories and blades. Be mindful it comes with just a single blade included, so make sure to order a set of blades with it if you don’t have any.
Hard to beat value wise
This is my second Bosch Saw (worked the klast one to death)
Only nbegative on the purchase was I was lucky to get it as tghe courier dumped it at the wriong address
Nice powerful bit of kit, used it to cut the hole in for a kitchen sink in a normal 2 inch work surface and it did it no problem at all. Was putting the saw away after finishing and spotted it was on minimum power. If it can do that on minimum can’t wait to see what full power is like 🙂
Got this on a deal-of-the-day offer and it has proved to be one of my best buys. Needed it to complete a re-vamp of my kitchen after installing a new central heating boiler. Cut my work-rate by at least half and made the new installation so much easier. Absolutely delighted with the deal!
This jigsaw was bought to replace a Black and Decker one that the blades won’t stay in, this new one is very good, not the most expensive but cut well and has a soft start and power trigger so you get progressive cutting control not all or nothing power.
Like all Bosch products, this is brilliant! Low vibration while using which helps, also has a blow feature so it blows the dust from the front. The only change I would do is put a laser guide on the front. Also the blade got stuck and I had to use a little pressure using pliers to set it loose.
This baby is a pleasure to use. Thanks to the orbital action it cuts effortlessly and is relatively quiet. I like the soft start too which adds to your control. Like most people I did away with all those pesky guards and maybe this is why the blower function isn’t that effective, such that I find I have to continually blow away the dust. Not a major issue though. Pleased with my purchase and a significant improvement on my old jigsaw.
The guide arrow is off, therefore it’s important to remember to watch the blade when cutting or adjust the guide. However
It cuts really smoothly and makes cutting a breeze. I bought some Bosch pro 10tlc blades to go with it.
Wow! I am very surprised at how powerful this jigsaw is. I had a Bosch prior to this, (an older model), and I am extremely pleased at how easy this is to operate and how well it cuts. Goes through hard wood, like a hot knife through butter.
Corded is always a slight issue with any type of power saw but for the price of it, there is no complaints from me. It’s fantastic for any of the household jobs that I purchased this for. Far exceeds my expectations. Wonderful.
I bought this as a warehouse deal originally and the blade wasn’t sitting properly. I decided to send it back and reorder. I’m extremely pleased I did. This is my first jigsaw. I bought the Bosch blades to go with it and I’ve had no trouble cutting through anything I’ve tried. I’m fitting a kitchen and it’s cut the worktop easily and taken shaped notches out of the backs of the cupboards for pipes etc. It’s a great bit of kit.
I have found this jig saw very easy to use and control the direction of the blade with the variable speed control on the trigger.
The only down side is it can be difficult to remove the blade when packing the jig saw away in its storage box.
Best DIY product I ever bought. Saves me so much time cutting wood for small DIY jobs and projects around the house. It is a little noisy but not too much of a problem, nothing that I would not expect. Cuts through sheet materials easily, could not recommend this jigsaw more. Comes with 1 blade in the box. I bought the Bosch T Shank Jigsaw Blade Set, 8 Pieces with it but as yet have only needed to use the supplied blade. Simply excellent.
Another good product from Bosch – I have a good collection of their power tools.
The jigsaw feels well built and strong and feels good in your hands.
There is a quick and easy release catch to insert blades.
Only downside is that it doesn’t have variable speed setting.
Great piece of machinery which far exceeds the quality of the high street DIY branded rubbish it replaced. Great price too from Amazon, 10 cheaper than afore said high street DIY store. Blades are easily changed thanks to the SDS system which saves loosening and tightening fiddly screws. The blade fits snugly against the “saddle” which prevents wobble. I wish I’d have used this jigsaw when I cut the hole for the cat flap in our uPCV door and not the one it replaced…..!
my other Bosch jig saw you had to use a long thin screwdriver to put down the handle and turn the screw many turns to release the blade, then you had to turn the blade through 90 degrees to get it out which was rather difficult if the blade had broken off flush which is where they usually did. This new one with the quick release (although not used yet) is so easy to blade change (seconds) and a bonus is it will take any type of blade
Highly recommended.
Easiest one yet. If your not a beginner you wont find this one challenging being just a ‘2 piece’. Although what does hold you back is having to supply the second piece.
If you are somewhat of a jigsaw expert and have already ordered all is not lost, make sure it is plugged in and turned on for a huge challenge and when finished i have to admit it is as pretty as my ‘1000 piece constable ‘the haywain”.
I was fed up wth cheap jigsaws that just don’t cut it, so decided to spend a bit more and this one is just great. The first job I did was to cut through a length of worktop with a reinforcing strip underneath the total thickness was almost the depth of the blade, and I expected it to be a struggle. It was so easy it took all the fun out of it. Also putting the blades in is easy, and they dont work loose. Getting a good straight cut is easier than the cheap ones I’m used to. I would recommend this, and consider it good value. The sturdy case is a nice bonus too.
Bought this specifically for the purpose of cutting a worktop to size and making a sink cut-out in it for use in the utility room at home. Even for one job it would work out cheaper that getting someone in to do it. Did the job just fine but the instructions could have been clearer, and there are pictures of various not-included accessories shown in the instructions too, which was a bit confusing (there’s no “what’s in the box” type document). One general purpose blade is supplied with the jigsaw.
However, I digress…………………………sorry…………………………… This is a good, sturdy machine, with a guide to help. Comes in good sturdy case. If you need a jigsaw, I’d definitely give this little baby a go.
Finally got round to replacing my old B&D jigsaw, and now wish I have done so much earlier.
The cable is a sensible length. Very little vibration when cutting, thus making it a lot easier to use. Plus it is nice to have a box to keep the jigsaw in good condition.
I now have several Bosch electric tools (from DIY models to semi-professional models) and am pleased with all of them. So this item is also well recommended.
Bosch are highly considered in the building trade and this is a Great power tool. Relatively easy to use [given I’d never used one before]. I bought it to cut a cat flap but then discovered the door was plated with aluminium both sides! Gave up on that idea but I needed to cut some uPVC for window sills. Did the job perfectly. Next job: a wooden unit for the built-in balcony. I know it will be dead easy using this great piece of kit.
Comes complete with a tough box and a single blade. Would recommend you buy a box of assorted blades as you buy this.
Its refreshing to know that the current model is just as easy to use, with the introduction of the ‘quick change’ blade system.
The jigsaw is easy to handle, light and precise and the ‘air jet’ system to clear away dust and sawdust from the cutting line is a boon (saves puffing away at the dust and getting an eyeful of dust!).
In short: great to use and I would readily recommend this product to anyone.
Amazing product. Cuts through wood cleanly and evenly and has a great battery life. I bought some long blades and cut through 50mm wood posts. Because it uses a battery that is interchangeable with other tools in the range I can take a spare and get through all the work before I need a recharge. The batteries can also be used on drills, sander, lights, hedge trimmers and a strimmer. The batteries charge pretty quickly too. It seems also to me much safer than a trailing flex whilst cutting.
Cordless tools have come a long way. Don’t buy the bare tool (without battery) if you haven’t got the batteries and charger already. It works out cheaper to buy a full tool initially.
The saw comes in a neat box that stows everything well. There is only one small blade supplied with the box and it was worth buying the recommended set of additional saw blades if you don’t have them already. Overall, a worthwhile buy.
I am pleased with this product. Easily controllably and the tendency all these jig saws have to wander off the line is controllable with less speed and less forward motion pressure. A great advance on my first B & D jig saw although to have made it even better I would have liked to see the ability to swivel the blade that my last B&D Pro had (and my son borrowed, never to be seen again). It made easy light work of cutting a metal ducting, in spite of the awkward shape and my inability to devise a holding system for the work piece. I can see myself using this tool quite a lot.
It is easy to use.
I have used it to cut laminate flooring and it makes an accurate cut.
There is a target site to help you guide your cut. This is slightly mis-aligned. I think I can adjust this with a screwdriver but have not bothered. This is a minor problem, as I just aim slightly to one side to get a straight cut.
It is very easy to change blades with the quick release mechanism.
I would recommend this tool for cutting laminate flooring.
I am no expert, I have not used anything more expensive but I am reviewing this and not comparing. I think this jigsaw is nicely balanced, you don’t get any pain using it and it cuts straight if you don’t push it too hard. It cuts angles, but this takes some practice and you can attach it to a hoover which makes it a lot easier to use and keep clean. The splinter guard is a nice idea and the cut guide is quite effective too. There is a little case under the main part which holds some extra blades. I suppose with so many things it depends on what blades you buy for it. If anyone has some ideas about which blades are good for this or maybe good value for money please feel free to post below, I’d be interested to hear your thoughts.
I bought this on a deal for my Dad as well and I recommend it, hasn’t let me down yet, but I don’t use it everyday.
Good grief, I’ve been sawing wood for thirty years and never got around to buying a jigsaw. My wife bought me this Bosch jigsaw for Christmas and it’s now my favourite bit of kit.
All my power tools are Bosch and they have never let me down. This PST 700 model is so easy to use and changing the blades is done at the push of a button. Sawing starts slowly depending on how much you squeeze the trigger and then off you go! Effortless cutting and shaping of wood and thin steel. It’s such a pleasure to use that I’ve started inventing new jobs for it. Woke up this morning to a snowy day (Saturday 19 Jan 2013) and I’m going to make a toboggan. This jigsaw will make very light work of the cutting.
I bought this as I was preparing to fit laminate flooring to four rooms and wanted a suitable saw for this and other DIY projects. I’m half way through the project and I’m very impressed. The spring-loaded blade-holder is brilliant: laminate is very hard on blades (three to four per room) so changing them quickly and easily is a bonus. The roller-guide to support the blade is another great idea. The plate adjustment for 45 degree angles is easy and precise. The 500 watt motor seems ample for my needs, and the jigsaw is comfortable to hold and use. I also bought a selection box of Bosch blades and several packets of T101BR blades for the laminate. All together, this makes a very handy, versatile tool. I’m very pleased indeed.
Integrated saw blade storage compartment was handy.
Overall a good jigsaw.
I decided to invest in a ‘proper’ jigsaw and settled on this after checking reviews. It’s a really good bit of kit, easy to change blades, good sturdy case to go with it, and cuts through my loft boards (apologies for the cliche) like a hot knife through butter!
I’ve only tried it in straight lines so far, and only with chipboard, but it’s a good solid well made jigsaw and I’m very happy with my purchase. Just need to find some more stuff to cut now…
Although this is quite a big jigsaw, compared with my previous one, it is very comfortable to hold, the rubber coating means you have a solid grip. There is no vibration and the variable speed makes a huge difference; it also has plenty of power. Blade changing is easy (they do recommend you wear gloves though)
There is a blower at the front to keep the blade clear, this worked well although it is a pity there is no light, only the more expensive PST 900 has that. I used this jigsaw to cut shapes out of 18mm thick oak flooring and it had no problem with that. As these were primarily small irregularly shaped cuts I had no need for the Cut-Control device which clips onto the jigsaw to help you follow a line; there is also a splinter guard to prevent chipping when sawing laminate.
This jigsaw is aimed at the keen domestic DIY market and as such Bosch offer a 24 month warranty.