Bosch PMF 180 or Fein Multimaster ?

[busy builder]

Looking at getting one of these tools as they are good for tight spots.

I lay laminate & hardwood floors and sometimes cutting door linings is a pain if the dooris in the corner.

Any recommendations which is best to use, value for money and best quality. I'm a bit wary of the Bosch as its 'green' not the 'pro blue' one, unless I'm looking at the wrong model ?

TIA

 

[mpooley]

AS I only have the fein i cant comment on the Bosch.

I can say that the Fein is excellent and now they have a quick tool change im sure its even better.


Mike

 

[Neil]

There is a (very new) blue Bosch version - a Li-ion cordless model

I have the Fein and it is excellent, but I would have been very tempted by the blue Bosch if it had been available. I'm not sure that the green Bosch would stand up to professional use - it looked a bit flimsy to me.

There is also a Dremel version now, but I've no idea how much it is.

Cheers,
Neil

 

[Vormulac]

There is another option:

https://www.ukworkshop.co.uk/forums/view ... hp?t=26241

 

[Waka]

I have the fein and find it an excellent machine, but its the only one I've tried.

 

[DaveL]

There is another option:

https://www.ukworkshop.co.uk/forums/view ... hp?t=26241

OK then give us a clue where you can buy this version?

 

[Vormulac]

Argos believe it or not! :shock:

 

[neilyweely]

I got the fein when it was a 'new' toy still, and have been using it quite heavily for a couple of years now, or thereabouts, and it is an excellent bit of kit. I use it for cutting out mortices, and it simplifies the job no end. I can get a precise cut in about a minute.

The bosch looks great for what it is, being green it is obviously directed towards the DIY market, and would suffice for light work. My friend has one, and it is ok, but not as well made as the fein. I borrowed a blade and was suprised at the difference; the fein blades may cost a lot, but they are pretty good. The bosch? Mmmmhhhh.

A cordless model sounds great, but would it really have the 'oomph' to do the same job as a corded model? I doubt it, in spite of the advances with li-ion.

What is so good about these tools is the versatility of them, and this is common to all models. So, I guess you takes your pick.....

Neil

(ps - when I first got the fein the salesman told me that it would mean I could carry less tools to work. Not so, it hasn't actually taken the place of any tool, it just makes certain jobs easier. I suppose I could leave the detail sander at home, but that would be it. You wouldn't wanna cut a long piece of wood with it!!)

 

[gidon]

I have the Bosch one - it's good value. But if you're going to use it day in day out I'd go for the Fein. I've not tried the Fein but whenever I've tried the Bosch on metal it fails miserably. Typically I've not really had a job that's needed it since I got it - but it'd be great for flooring.
Cheers
Gidon

 

[RogerS]

I too have the Fein and on past experience with green Bosch I'd stay well clear. Likewise a cordless version.

Neil...I've given my Fein a fair bit of use but recently noticed that the blade has a tendency to come undone even though I've tightened the bolt down hard. Have you ever had the same problem?

 

[mpooley]

I too have the Fein and on past experience with green Bosch I'd stay well clear. Likewise a cordless version.

Neil...I've given my Fein a fair bit of use but recently noticed that the blade has a tendency to come undone even though I've tightened the bolt down hard. Have you ever had the same problem?

I have had this problem since new the only thing that has helped is buying the new star adapter which has worked well

Mike

 

[RogerS]

Thanks Mike - duly ordered.

 

[Jake]

It makes a huge difference.

 

[toysandboats]

I've got the green Bosch and like it a lot. There are no end of places it can get where other saws fail. It's also a very effective sander.
Usually on offer in B&Q for around £60. 10% off if you know an oldie that will get it for you on a Wednesday!

David

 

[neilyweely]

Yes I have had this problem too. I have tried tightening it up with the impact driver I got so sick of it, but this just snapped the screw!

How much did the star adapter cost? I have heard they are pretty good, but this is really the only improvement the newer machine has made over the original, isn't it?

Still, I have to say, it is still a great gadget, and it always draws attention, whether or not this is a good thing I don't know!!

Thanks all

Neil

 

[Jake]

It doesn't cost much - a fiver or so.

 

[mpooley]

It costs approx £6 and of course is a rip of for a 5p bit of metal but it does work and im glad i bought mine :shock:

the new one has a quick fit mechanism which sounds great but i have never seen it working so cant comment

Mike

 

[Lester Burnham]

One thing I have found is that the bosch blades are compatable with the Multimaster with the original locking nut. They are also half the price. A guy on E bay sells them for about £6.00 each- that is for the saw blades, Fein are double that. I have used the bosch blades on my Fein multimaster and they really are fine!

 

[mack9110000]

Would the Bosch / Worx,or any other make of blade fit on a Fein Supercut?

 

[Vormulac]

The Supercut uses a non-keyed shaft to connect it to the blade doesn't it? The Worx shaft is non-keyed, it's basically just a bolt tightening down on a couple of wide flanged washers, but with the addition of the Fein 'star' adapter that allows the use of new Multimaster keyed tools on older non-keyed it works perfectly with new Fein blades. I've used Fein accessories on the Worx, I can't see why it wouldn't work the other way around (if you could find somewhere selling Worx accessories - the SoniCrafter isn't even on their website yet!).