BLACK+DECKER BDEJS600C Black
Score: 78/100
Craftsman CMCS600B
Score: 74/100Rankings
The BLACK+DECKER BDEJS600C is a corded jig saw featuring CurveControl technology with four orbital settings for enhanced curved cut control. It offers reliable performance and good value for DIY homeowners, though its corded nature limits portability. It is best suited for home improvement projects and occasional woodworking.
The Craftsman V20 Cordless Jigsaw (CMCS600B) offers portable precision cutting with variable speeds up to 2,500 SPM and 3 orbital settings. It is a lightweight, affordable option for DIY homeowners and light professionals, though the sensitive trigger and fiddly bevel lever are notable drawbacks. It is best suited for curved or straight cuts in plywood and trim work.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
3,000 SPMbest | 2,500 SPM | |
19.05 mmbest | 19.05 mmbest | |
120 Vbest | 20 V | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.08 kgbest | 2.16 kg |
45 degreesbest | 45 degreesbest | |
4 positionsbest | 3 positions | |
2 years | 3 yearsbest | |
1.83 mbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Max Speed (SPM) (SPM) | 3000 SPM | 2500 SPM |
Orbital Action Positions (positions) | 4 positions | 3 positions |
Ergonomics & Build(1) | ||
Tool Weight (kg) | 2.08 kg | 2.16 kg |
Support & Reliability(1) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | 2 years | 3 years |
Power & Battery(2) | ||
Voltage (V) | 120 V | 20 V |
Power Source | Corded | Cordless |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers highlight these jigsaws as solid entry to mid-range options suitable for home DIYers and occasional users, noting the CurveControl feature as a meaningful differentiation.
Everyday users consistently praise the tool for its reliable performance, ease of use, and good value, noting smooth reciprocating action and effective dust management.
“The reciprocating action is smooth and reliable.”
“After four years of use, the reviewer has experienced no issues.”
“Surprisingly powerful for DIY-3 orbital settings make wood cuts fly without binding”
Professional reviewers highlight the CMCS650 brushless model as a significant upgrade, noting its speed and runtime, but consistently note that the bevel lever is fiddly and the tool lacks the vibration dampening of heavier competitors.
Everyday users praise the tool's surprising power for DIY projects and long battery life, but recurring complaints focus on the sensitive trigger and painful bevel adjuster mechanism.
