The reciprocating saw blades from Baurix made a very good impression in our test. We tested both the saw blades specifically for wood (black box) and those for metal and wood (yellow box).
The precisely ground teeth achieve a high cutting performance and a clean cut. The high-quality heat-treated chrome vanadium steel (black box) impresses with a 60% longer service life than conventional saw blades. The product for wood and metal is made of hard-wearing bi-metal and hardened with 8% cobalt, making it easy to cut wood with nails and metals. The reciprocating saw blades can be used universally with all commercially available reciprocating saws.
Advantages
✅Sharp saw teeth
✅ High quality material
✅ Favorable price
Disadvantages
❌ Wood up to max. 7 cm diameter (yellow)
❌ Tilting possible with normal woodcuts (black)
The first impression
Packaging and labeling
ℹ️ Here we take a closer look at packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, adequate protection of the product must of course also be ensured.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Product protection | Carton is sturdy, product sufficiently protected | 100 points |
| Sustainability Packaging | Unnecessary packaging waste was avoided, items were packaged compactly, use of plastic | 90 points |
| Packaging convenience | Packaging appropriate for the product, can be opened without tools | 100 points |
| Total | 97 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The reciprocating saw blades from Baurix arrived in the typical Amazon box. The box was undamaged and the zipper made it easy to open without any additional tools. Inside the box, the saw blades were packed in a plastic box. This protects the saw blades from dirt and scratches as well as the customer from injuries caused by the product. In this case, the product was fully protected and the reciprocating saw blades were therefore in perfect condition.
The packaging of the saw blades is partially recyclable. Unfortunately, the plastic box is not recyclable, but the Amazon box is.
On the whole, the Baurix reciprocating saw blades make a very good impression. The saw blades were not damaged and the package was in good condition.
After unpacking
Package contents and instructions
ℹ️ Most people’s first impression after unpacking is immediately memorable. Are the contents of the package complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Package contents & scope | Packaging box with 5 saw blades (black) Packaging box with 6 saw blades (yellow) | 100 points |
| Instructions for use | Not available, but not absolutely necessary | 85 points |
| Contact information | Can be found on the packaging box | 100 points |
| Total | 95 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
After unpacking, there were two things on the workbench. In addition to the five or six reciprocating saw blades, a sturdy plastic box was supplied for each of them to prevent possible injury to the user. There are no instructions on how to use and care for the product, but this is not absolutely necessary for this product. Contact information is provided on the packaging box. All in all, this is an extremely well thought-out and customer-friendly way of shipping a product.
The first time in your hand
Product processing and appearance
ℹ️ Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the product processing. How high quality are the materials used? Is the look and feel satisfactory?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Visual appearance | Good visual appearance | 90 points |
| Processing | Good workmanship | 90 points |
| Stability | Product appears stable | 90 points |
| Sustainability of the product | Due to the materials used, we assume a long service life | 90 points |
| Total | 90 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The reciprocating saw blades are made of chrome vanadium steel (CRV steel) with special teeth for fast cutting in living wood. The saw blades for wood and metal are made of durable bi-metal and hardened with 8% cobalt, making them versatile, e.g. for wood, coarse wood, wood with nails, metal, plastic, PVC, drywall.
Thanks to the universal shaft , the products fit all standard reciprocating saws. The plastic box prevents damage to the saw blades and also ensures safe storage and protects against accidental injury.
This is what our practical test showed
Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?
ℹ️ Our practical test is the most relevant and therefore the most important. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting precision | Precise cuts whether wood or metal (yellow) Slight tilting for normal woodwork, but good results on trees (black) | 90 points |
| Area of application | depending on the box for wood without metals or wood and metal | 100 points |
| Sectional view | Very good results whether wood or metal (yellow) Not quite smooth cutting surface (black) | 90 points |
| Handling | Layman friendly | 95 points |
| Stability during use | Extremely stable, no wobbling | 95 points |
| Total | 94 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
We enjoyed working with the reciprocating saw blades from Baurix during the test.
The yellow box contains different toothings: TPI 14, 18, 24 for metals and TPI 5-8, 6, 10 for wood. These saw blades impressed us positively in the test with both wood and metal. The blades cut precisely and cleanly, but due to their length, they can only cut beams up to a maximum of 7 cm.
Due to the different serrations, the reciprocating saw blades in the black box tilt relatively quickly when the wood is clamped, but when used on the tree itself, the saw blades in the black box deliver very good results.
In summary, the reciprocating saw blades make a very good impression in the test due to their excellent usability and very good quality.
Price/performance ratio
and ratings from consumers
ℹ️ Finally, we look at how the product compares to the competition. Can it keep up with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend buying it? We also examine consumer ratings and check whether the critical and positive reviews are actually justified.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Price / performance ratio | Very good price/performance ratio | 95 points |
| Rating cut | 4.5 out of 5.0 on Amazon | 75 points |
| Total | 85 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
On the Amazon platform, consumers have given the product an average rating of 4.5 stars. One common complaint is that the blades become dull very quickly and start to flutter. Many customers like the good price/performance ratio. In our practical test, we were able to confirm that the price/performance ratio was very good.
Prices of up to €17.99 are charged on the Internet for equivalent products. Very inexpensive products are available from as little as €8.97. The reciprocating saw blades from Baurix are currently priced at € 9.99 or € 6.99, which puts them in the lower price segment. The price ratio is reasonable/verygood for the quality and scope of services you get.
Overall result
| Weighting | Score achieved* | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. packaging & labeling | 10% | 97 points |
| 2. package contents & instructions | 10% | 95 points |
| 3. product processing & appearance | 20% | 90 points |
| 4. in the practical test | 40% | 94 points |
| 5. price/performance & consumer ratings | 20% | 85 points |
| Total | 92 points |
