What is the lightest and most portable jigsaw for on-site use?
This page compares 4 lightest and most portable jigsaws with verified specifications and prices. Top options include Festool PSC 420 HPC 4.0Ah EBI-Plus CARVEX Cordless Pendulum Jigsaw, DEWALT 20V MAX XR Cordless Jigsaw DCS334B, Makita 4329K Top Handle Jigsaw. Prices range from £82 to £442. All data is sourced from manufacturer documentation and specialist retailers.
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Festool PSC 420 HPC 4.0Ah EBI-Plus CARVEX Cordless Pendulum Jigsaw
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£442.21 ≈ | 18 V | ✓ | 26 mm | 1500 - 3800 RPM | Tool-free | 1.7 kg |
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The Festool PSC 420 HPC CARVEX is a cordless pendulum jigsaw with an 18 V battery system, brushless motor, four-stage orbital action, and triple blade guidance for precise straight and curved cuts. Its Bluetooth connectivity, automatic blade guidance, stroboscopic light, and Systainer storage suit professional tradespeople working in workshops or on-site. ★ Ideal forAt 1.7 kg with a cordless 18 V design, tool-free blade changing, and a compact Systainer transport case, this is a highly portable option for on-site cutting where low weight and quick setup matter.
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DEWALT 20V MAX XR Cordless Jigsaw DCS334B
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£176.44 ≈ | 20V | ✓ | 1 in | 0-3200 SPM | Lever-action keyless blade change | 4.62 lb |
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This compact brushless cordless jigsaw offers variable speed control, four-position orbital action, an LED light, and tool-free T-shank blade changes. It suits DIYers, tradespeople, and DEWALT 20V MAX users who need portable cutting performance without a cord. ★ Ideal forAt 4.62 lb bare, with a compact design, cordless 20V operation, LED light, and quick keyless blade changes, this is a practical lightweight and portable jigsaw for on-site use.
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Makita 4329K Top Handle Jigsaw
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£82.15 ≈ | — | ✓ | 11/16 in | 500-3100 SPM | Single hex screw fastening | 4.2 lb |
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The Makita 4329K is a compact corded top-handle jigsaw with variable speed, three orbital settings plus straight cutting, reduced vibration, and a beveling aluminum base. It suits light-duty professional work and serious DIY users who want controlled cutting in wood and steel. ★ Ideal forAt 4.2 lb, with a compact design, onboard hex wrench, and carrying case, this is a relatively light and portable corded jigsaw for on-site use.
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Makita XVJ03Z
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£146.91 ≈ | 18 V | ✓ | 1 in | 0-2,600 spm | Tool-less blade change lever | 6.4 lb |
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The Makita XVJ03Z is an 18 V LXT cordless jig saw with 3 orbital settings plus straight cutting, delivering 0-2,600 spm. It has a tool-less blade change lever for fast blade installation and removal. At 6.4 lb, it's designed for reduced operator fatigue and on-site usability. ★ Ideal forIt's cordless (18 V LXT) and weighs 6.4 lb, making it one of the lighter options for carrying and using on jobsites; it also features a tool-less blade change lever for quick blade swaps while you work.
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