A jigsaw is a great all-rounder when it comes to power saws. It can cut curves, shapes, angles and straight lines in all sorts of materials – like metal, wood, plastic, ceramic, glass, masonry and plaster. A jigsaw really comes into its own when you need to cut a hole out of an existing surface, such as cutting a square out of a benchtop to hold a sink.

DIYers love jigsaws for their portability and versatility, as they’re lightweight, easy to manoeuvre and achieve great results. They come in single-speed and more advanced models – have a think about what cutting jobs you’re likely to do with your jigsaw and select accordingly.

You can interchange blades on your jigsaw, with standard blades capable of cutting through most timbers, and specialised blades available for other materials.