We Compared the Leading Corded Jigsaws. Here's Why TraceTrue is #1:
Written by Emma Collins
The usual workarounds are pressing harder, blowing on the line and stopping to wipe it clean. Each one trades speed for a little visibility, and none of them changes what the saw itself does. A bargain saw with no blower and a loose base plate leaves you in the same spot.
What helps is a saw built for the job: a blower that clears sawdust as you cut, a flat base plate that keeps the saw planted, a trigger lock for long runs, and blades that match the material. The contents of the box matter too, because a bare saw sends you shopping for blades before the first cut.
That is why a side-by-side comparison on four criteria was needed. Features that sound alike on a box can differ a lot on paper, and a light, a laser and a bigger motor each solve a different problem. We set five saws next to each other and let specs, parts and buyer feedback decide the order.
Here's what we found.
How We Compared Them
We compared five corded jigsaws on paper, using four criteria: Cut Line Visibility, Control and Grip, Material Versatility and Kit Value. Cut Line Visibility looks at dust blowers, vacuum ports, guards, lasers and lights. Control and Grip covers handle design, trigger lock and speed control. Material Versatility covers blade types, bevel range and cutting capacity, and Kit Value weighs the blades and accessories that come with each saw.
Nothing here comes from a workshop bench. We compared specifications, materials, parts and design, then weighed them against what real buyers praise and complain about. Specs and buyer feedback built every rating bar, and each claim stays tied to that product's own facts.
Our top pick, TraceTrue, came out ahead because it is built around the cut line. A dust blower clears sawdust from the line, a dust port accepts your own vacuum (not included), and a clear blade guard keeps the blade in view. Add a 710 W motor and a 6-position speed dial reaching 3000 strokes per minute, and the work stays visible and under control.
The secondary strengths add up. The anti-slip handle and trigger lock help on long cuts, the thickened cast aluminum base plate tilts to 45° for bevels, and the guide ruler has a scale to about 15 cm (5.9 in) for straight runs. The complete kit means blades and gloves are in hand from the first cut.
One honest limit: blades are held by a hex screw clamp tightened with a hex wrench, not a lever. That adds a step to each swap. It is minor, because the visibility, bevel range and complete kit more than make up for one extra step.
The Results:
TraceTrue is our top pick because it keeps your cut line visible, holds steady through bevels and long cuts, and arrives with a complete kit.
Value
You stop stopping. No more pausing every few inches to wipe the line, no more hunting for a blade at the bottom of a drawer, no more borrowing gloves. The blower, the guide ruler and the complete kit mean a project starts when you plug in.
Doing nothing has a cost too. Crooked edges mean re-cutting good plywood, a slick grip turns one clean cut into a tense job, and a second cheap saw bought to patch the first adds up fast. Every wasted board is a small bill you keep paying.
Build is where the details show. The anti-slip handle gives your hand something to hold, and the transparent blade guard keeps the blade in view. The cast aluminum base plate, vented housing and 2 spare carbon brushes are built-in features for repeated home projects.
Your Next Project, Start to Finish
Picture a Saturday: a curved cutout for a shelf, a length of PVC pipe trimmed to size, a thin plastic board shaped for a sign. You plug in, tilt the base for a bevel, and watch the blower clear the line against the wood. When you finish, the saw goes back into its carton or hard carry case with everything it came with.
Beyond weekend DIYers, it suits hobbyists who make signs and decor, first-time buyers building a starter tool set, and anyone replacing a worn saw mid-project. It also makes a practical gift for a parent with a garage workshop.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, this saw uses a hex-wrench clamp, not a tool-free lever. Loosen the screw clamp with the included hex wrench, slide the new blade in and tighten it again. The kit blades are T118A short and T244D long wood blades.
It cuts wood, metal, PVC pipe and plastic board, each with a matching blade. The 10 blades in the kit are all wood blades, so add metal blades before you cut metal. Match the blade to the material and you are set.
Yes. It has a dust port for a vacuum, which is not included, plus a blower that sends sawdust off the cut line. Use both together on long cuts to keep the line and the bench clear.
The cord is 1.8 m (5.9 ft) long. This is the 110 V, 60 Hz version with a plug of two flat-blade pins. Being corded, there is no battery to charge or run flat mid-cut.
Speed is set with a 6-position dial on top of the housing, up to 3000 strokes per minute, rather than by squeezing the trigger. The trigger has a lock button for continuous running. Set the dial before the cut and let the lock carry the long runs.
Pencil your line and fit the included guide ruler, which has a scale to about 15 cm (5.9 in). The blower keeps the line clear and the base plate keeps the saw flat on the board. Feed the saw at a steady pace and let the blade do the work.
Both kits bring the same 110 V jigsaw with 10 blades, gloves, a hex wrench, a guide ruler and 2 spare carbon brushes. The only difference is storage, either a carton box or a hard plastic carry case. Pick the case if you want everything kept together on a shelf.
For most weekend projects, yes. Bosch adds low vibration, a brake and a case, but its description notes no dust-collection space and it comes with 3 blades. This saw brings a blower, a vacuum port and 10 blades, and the 6-position dial lets a beginner set a gentle speed.
Purchase and Delivery Process
Ordering is straightforward. Open the store page for TraceTrue, choose your kit, either the carton box or the hard carry case, and add it to your cart.
The store page shows the current offer, the available options and the delivery details, so you can review them before you decide. Both kits bring the same saw and the complete kit.
Check your outlet before you order: this is the 110 V version with a two flat-blade plug.
Where Can I Buy the TraceTrue?
Getting your own TraceTrue with a 50% discount is simple. Just follow these steps: