Bosch 7-piece all-purpose reciprocating saw blade set

Why this mixed pack earned a spot in my kit

I keep a mixed pack of recip blades in my job box for one reason: jobs rarely announce what you’re about to cut. The Bosch 7-piece set hits that general-purpose sweet spot—wood, wood with nails, metals, and demolition—without asking me to carry a dozen specialized packs. Over several weeks, I ran it through trim-out odds and ends, light demo, and a smattering of metal cuts to see how far this assortment could stretch.

What you get

The set covers the usual suspects with a thoughtful spread of tooth geometries and body constructions:

• Wood blades: 6 TPI tooth design optimized for fast, rough cuts in construction lumber and green wood.
• Wood with nails: bi-metal construction with a 5/8 variable-pitch tooth pattern, tapered backs, and plunge tips for controlled starts.
• Metal: bi-metal blades with reinforced pair-set teeth on a thin-kerf 0.035 in body to reduce load and speed the cut.
• Demolition: bi-metal with a 10/14 variable-pitch tooth profile to handle mixed materials you meet in tear-outs.

All blades use a standard shank and fit every recip saw I tried. No surprises there.

First impressions and fit

Out of the package, the blades are straight, sit true in the clamp, and the variable-pitch options feel purpose-built rather than token add-ins. The thin-kerf metal blade is notably svelte compared to heavy-duty demolition blades I often use. That construction choice telegraphs how these are tuned: faster cutting and lower load on cordless saws, with less emphasis on brute-force stiffness.

Cutting wood

The 6 TPI wood blade is a quick cutter. In 2x SPF and cedar fence rails, it cleared chips well and stayed on line with reasonable pressure. It’s not a finish blade, so don’t expect clean edges, but for quick crosscuts on studs or trimming a jamb during remodel work, it’s competent. I also used it on a 3–4 inch fallen limb; the cut was fast and drama-free. As with most aggressive 6 TPI profiles, it rewards a firm shoe and a steady feed. Grab a shorter blade than you think you need for better control and less chatter.

Wood with nails and plunge work

The wood-with-nails blade is the standout of the set. The 5/8 variable-pitch teeth and plunge tip make it a solid choice for deck and fascia tear-out, cutting sheathing, or window openings where fast starts and nail encounters are a given. I used it for cutting through old ledger remnants and stair stringers peppered with fasteners. It tolerated incidental nail strikes without instantly rounding over, and the taper back helped me steer through awkward cuts. It’s still a thin-ish body compared to the thickest demo blades, so if you twist the saw through a bind, expect the blade to flex. Keep the shoe planted and avoid side loading—do that, and it holds up well for light-to-medium demo.

Metal cutting

Metal is where this pack is surprisingly capable for its weight class, with an asterisk. The thin-kerf 0.035 in body and pair-set teeth bite quickly and don’t bog down my 20V recip the way heavier blades can. Cutting EMT conduit and 1/16 to 1/8 in mild steel flat bar went smoothly with predictable tracking. On thicker or harder stock—think structural angle or black pipe—the blade will slow and heat up. That’s normal for a thin-kerf, general-purpose metal blade: it trades stiffness and mass for speed and lighter feed pressure. Use a lower stroke rate, turn off orbital (if your saw has it), and let the teeth do the work. For repeated cuts in harder metals, I’d move to a stiffer, dedicated metal blade.

Demolition and mixed materials

The demolition blade’s 10/14 variable pitch is a good middle ground for the mixed mess of remodel work: lath and plaster, fastener-studded framing, composite siding, and the occasional surprise in the wall. It chews through layered materials without hammering the operator. That said, if your day is nonstop nail-embedded hardwood and thick fasteners, a thicker, more rigid demolition blade from a pro-grade line will track straighter through binds and resist bending better. This one favors versatility over brute durability, and it pairs nicely with a cordless saw for overhead or ladder work where a lighter blade reduces fatigue.

Control, vibration, and tracking

Thin-kerf blades cut fast and draw less power, but they don’t forgive sloppy technique. If you freehand long cuts with only a bit of shoe contact, you’ll feel more vibration and may see the cut wander, especially in denser lumber or when the blade is overly long for the task. I had the best results by:

• Choosing the shortest blade that clears the work.
• Keeping the shoe firmly planted at all times.
• Reducing stroke length when the saw allows it, especially near nails or in metal.
• Backing off speed on metals to keep heat in check.
• Avoiding side pressure in binds; release, reset the cut, then continue.

With those habits, the Bosch set was predictable and controllable. Ignore them, and the thin bodies will remind you.

Durability and life

Bi-metal edges are the right call for an all-purpose set. Across wood-with-nails and mixed demos, I didn’t see tooth fracture; edges wore progressively rather than chipping out, which is what I want from a value-minded assortment. Lifespan is good for a general-purpose kit—enough to finish a small project or a punch list without running out mid-stream. The tradeoff is bend resistance. If you pinch a cut, these will flex more readily than thicker demolition blades. You can straighten minor bends and keep going, but repeated kinks signal it’s time for a fresh blade.

Value and who it’s for

As an affordable seven-pack, this set makes sense in several roles:

• Homeowners and DIYers who need a capable, do-most-things bundle for occasional projects.
• Facility maintenance techs and property managers who encounter a mix of materials and want a compact selection on the cart.
• Pros who keep a “grab-and-go” pack in the truck for small jobs, with the understanding that they’ll switch to specialty blades for heavy demo or thick metals.

If your workload skews toward continuous teardown, engineered lumber with heavy fasteners, or frequent cuts in thick steel, step up to purpose-built demolition or heavy-gauge metal blades. You’ll gain stiffness and longevity at the cost of speed and battery efficiency.

What I liked

• Versatile set that genuinely covers wood, wood with nails, metal, and demo tasks.
• Thin-kerf metal blade cuts fast with lower load—great on cordless saws.
• Wood-with-nails blade has useful plunge tips and variable pitch for controlled starts.
• Bi-metal edges wear predictably and tolerate incidental fastener strikes.
• Universal fit and sensible assortment for a compact kit.

What could be better

• Thin bodies are more prone to flexing and bending in binds than heavy-duty blades.
• Metal blade slows considerably in thicker/harder stock; not ideal for production cutting.
• Long cuts in dense wood can wander if you don’t keep firm shoe contact and pick the right blade length.

Bottom line

The Bosch 7-piece set is a practical, no-nonsense assortment that covers most of the cutting you’ll run into on a remodel or maintenance day. It favors speed and efficiency over maximum stiffness, which is a smart match for cordless saws and general-purpose use. Use good technique, pick the right blade for the job, and it pulls its weight across wood, nail-embedded lumber, light-to-moderate metals, and mixed-material demo. For heavy, sustained work, supplement it with thicker demolition or metal-specific blades.

Recommendation: I recommend this set as a versatile, budget-friendly bundle for homeowners, maintenance crews, and pros who need an all-around pack for light-to-medium duty cuts. It delivers solid performance across a wide range of materials, but if your work leans heavily toward thick steel or aggressive structural demo, pair it with dedicated heavy-duty blades for those tasks.