Bosch’s MX25EC-21 is their first corded Multi-X oscillating tool. Their PS50 cordless Multi-X has been out for several years now, and while positively reviewed, not all jobs are suitable for such a battery-powered tool.
The corded Multi-X is powered by a 2.5A motor and features a variable-speed dial (8k-20k oscillations per minute), Constant Electronics circuitry to maintain speed under load, OIS accessory platform, and a ball-joint cord swivel for flexible positioning and durability.
The MX25 kit comes with:
- OSC138JF Japanese-Tooth Wood Saw Blade
- OSC2RSC Rigid Scraper Blade
- OSC312F Wood/Metal Saw Blade
- OSC312RF RIFF Grout Blade
- SDP001 Sanding Pad
- 15 Wood and Paint-Sanding Sheets
- Allen wrench, accessory box, carrying case
The tool also includes a OSCAD1 adapter, which apparently allows other brands’ accessories to be used with the tool. We’ll post more about this new adapter as soon as more info is made available.
Bosch MX25 Corded Multi-Tool via Amazon
Bosch Multi-X Product Family via Amazon
Product Info via Bosch
I saw this available to purchase on Home Depot.com. I picked one up. $159, great deal. It shipped today to me, can’t wait!
http://www.homedepot.com/Tools-Hardware-Power-Tools/Bosch/h_d1/N-5yc1vZ1xmiZarfeZ9u/R-202564945/h_d2/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053
Lowe’s had the cordless version for under $64 as a close out. My $10 off coupon made it a super deal, so I thought that I would try it. One battery didn’t want to charge since the tabs were bent, so that was easy to fix. I used a Dremel blade, and it broke right away. When I changed blades, and tried again, the internal mechanism broke. The motor was running, but the tool did not work due to the design of the internal drive which looks like a wishbone. It split in half. I returned the tool, and bought a Ridgid JobMax from Home Depot. The Bosch came with a nice carry case, and two batteries while the Ridgid came with only one battery, and a tool bag. They had a promotion to get a free attachment, so that made it a good deal. I plan on using the Ridgid a little more to see how well it holds up compared to the Bosch.
That’s pretty strange about the Bosch, and I don’t recall coming across similar complaints elsewhere, so it probably isn’t a common defect. Good luck with the Ridgid Job Max, I found it to be a great tool!