PORTER-CABLE Oscillating Multi-Tool Kit, 3.0-Amp, 11-Piece, Corded (PCE606K)

This is the first time I have ever used a oscillating saw and I wasn't sure it it would work as easily as I hoped. I was very controlled and simple to use.I used one of the skinny blades (the ones about the width of a paint stirrer stick) and plunged it into the end of 2x stock. Then I made a couple more cuts and removed a chunk. The overcut on the plunge cut into the top face of the board represents my third cut where I was trying to match kerfs. I think I could have done better.I used these blades: Vtopmart 15 Wood Metal Oscillating Multitool Quick Release Saw Blades.The quick change feature is awesome. You just squeeze the silver handle to compress a stiff spring that presses an indexed mandrel into the notches of the blade.

This isnt my first multi-tool. I had a harbor-freight cheapie that still lasted me a good decade, so I picked this one up when it finally gave up the ghost. I have been using it frequently for remodeling a bathroom including cutting out drywall, wood flooring, small technical sections from 2-bys, trim, etc.It is possibly the most versatile tool I have. The bits change easily. Just keep in mind that not all bits are interchangable - my old bits dont fit on this one. But you gain easy bit changes, so its worth buying new ones. They're not that expensive anyway.Anyway, the performance is good, and Im very happy with this multi-tool.

This thing is solid and well built! I don’t use an oscillating tool very often but when I do I need it to not Peter out on me all the time. Others that I have used are kind of flimsy and cheap. This thing has the heft and strength that I need for a large project. The cord is long so I don’t have to use extension cords and it doesn’t ever fail. I prefer it over a battery device. Excellent all the way around! I can tell this thing will last the rest of my life.

Quick release lever placement would be better on top, but most of the time it's OK. Other than that, it's a great tool. Variable speed helps a lot and plenty of power. Most, but not all so-called "universal" blades will fit, Dremel in particular does not. Preferred buying this basic set and just getting the attachments I actually need vs. the 200 piece sets. So far, only thing I've added is a half-circle blade.

Anyone in the Know is aware of the Quality of Porter Cable Tools. You Can't go wrong. Recommended.

I think the quality of the construction is very good. The variable speed has a excellent range. And the vibration and noise is much better than my previous Harbor freight unit. Best of all the clamp down blade holder is the best style. The blade will not slip out like the screw on style does.

I have a couple battery powered multi tools. They are good for cutting through sheet rock, but not much else. This one has so much more power. I've cut through nails and wood so far and had no problems. I like the ease of using a battery powered tool but in this instance the corded tool is superior.

This tool performs exactly as expected. It is powerful enough to cut quickly and it is precise. The tool-less blade-change feature is very handy, although it requires quite a bit of force on the lever to free the blade; much easier than having to use a screwdriver or allen wrench, however. The tool body does get somewhat hot after continuous use, and you should be careful not to cover the ventilation area with your hand when holding it. Finding blades on-line to fit was not easy, since the tool is so new and uses blades with rectangular slots instead of circular holes. However, Performax brand blades with the rectangular slots do fit, and they are pretty reasonably priced.