Bosch’s PROFACTOR 18V 1-1/8″ brushless reciprocating saw (GSA18V-110) just dropped to $79 at Lowe’s, down from the $249 list price. That’s a 68% cut, and it lands the brand’s top cordless demo saw in the price range most DIYers think of as “budget recip territory.”
The GSA18V-110 is the same PROFACTOR platform that pairs with Bosch’s AMPShare 18V batteries. It runs the CORE18V 8.0Ah or 12.0Ah packs for full-power output and will also run any standard 18V Bosch battery for lighter work. 1-1/8″ stroke, brushless motor, and a toolless blade change make it a real demo-day tool, not a homeowner compromise. The bare-tool deal is the play here: most DIYers already have an 18V battery or two from a drill, impact, or oscillating tool.
Why this is a big deal: cordless recip saws in the sub-$100 range are almost always 12V or compact brushless models with shorter strokes and lower SPM. The GSA18V-110 is a full-size 18V PROFACTOR that competes with Milwaukee’s M18 FUEL Sawzall and DeWalt’s 20V MAX XR recip. The $79 price is well below both.
What to know before you buy
- Tool only: bare tool, no battery, no charger. Plan on a CORE18V pack if you don’t already have one.
- Compatibility: uses 1″ and 12″ recip blades with the standard 1/2″ universal shank. Toolless blade clamp accepts all major blade brands.
- AMPShare platform: same batteries power the entire Bosch 18V cordless line, plus any tool in the AMPShare alliance (over 30 brands including Diablo accessories and certain tools from other makers).
- Where: Lowe’s in-store and online. Deal appears to be regional and may pull without notice.
How it compares
The closest direct competitors are the Milwaukee M18 FUEL Sawzall (around $199 bare at Home Depot) and the DeWalt 20V MAX XR DCS386B (around $169 bare at Home Depot). Both have longer strokes and more SPM in some cases, but both also cost more than twice as much right now. The Bosch PROFACTOR comes out of this round as the value pick for anyone who already owns a Bosch 18V battery platform.
If you’re shopping for a first cordless recip saw and don’t yet own a battery platform, this deal is a great entry point. Pair the bare tool with a CORE18V 4.0Ah starter kit and you have a complete setup under $200, less than the price of the Milwaukee or DeWalt bare tool alone.
When and where to grab it
The deal is live at Lowe’s now. Inventory varies by store, but the online listing should also show the discount. Prices like this typically pull within a few days when the allocation sells through, so if you’ve been thinking about a demo-day saw, this is the moment.
For more on what to look for in a cordless recip saw, check our best cordless reciprocating saws roundup. If you’re starting a Bosch 18V system, our combo kit guide covers the best starter packages. For blade selection on demo work, the reciprocating saw blade guide is worth a read before you load up.