Best Scroll Saws UK 2026

1. KATSU Tools Scroll Saw 16 Inch 85W

£89.99 · 85W motor · 45° tiltable table · 410 x 250mm work surface · Tool-free blade change

The KATSU has become the default recommendation for UK beginners on a budget, and for good reason. At under £90, you get a 16-inch throat depth, a 45-degree tiltable metal work table for mitre cuts, and tool-free blade changes that actually work without fiddling. The 85W motor handles softwood and thin hardwood up to about 50mm thick without complaint.

Where it falls short is vibration. The steel frame transmits more vibration than the Record Power or Scheppach, which means your hands feel it after an hour of cutting. The dust blower is weak, and the work light is more decorative than useful. But for occasional hobby work, model making and learning fretwork, it does the job.

An Amazon reviewer noted: "Does exactly what I need it to do. Cuts clean curves in 6mm plywood and the blade changes are quick. Vibration is noticeable but not a dealbreaker at this price."

2. Electric Scroll Saw 120W

~£80 · 120W motor · 16 inch throat · 50mm cutting thickness · Pin and pinless blade compatible

This unbranded 120W scroll saw punches above its price point. The motor is more powerful than the KATSU at a similar price, and it accepts both pinned and pinless blades out of the box. That pinless compatibility matters - it opens up the full range of fine-tooth scroll saw blades for tighter curves and cleaner cuts in hardwood.

The 50mm cutting thickness handles most hobby materials. Build quality is acceptable but not premium - the table tilt mechanism feels plasticky compared to the KATSU. If you want pinless blade support without spending £150+, this is the option to consider. Pair it with a decent workbench clamp for stability.

3. Record Power RPTSSBNS07

~£150 · 120W motor · 16 inch throat · Variable speed · UK manufacturer (Chesterfield)

Record Power has been making woodworking tools in Chesterfield since 1909. That heritage shows in the build quality of this scroll saw. The cast iron table is heavier and flatter than the budget options, vibration is noticeably reduced, and the variable speed control lets you dial in the right speed for different materials without guessing.

The main advantage over budget saws is the dust extraction port. Connect it to a shop vacuum and you get genuinely clean cutting - no more blowing sawdust off your cut line every thirty seconds. UK manufacturer support means spare parts and warranty claims don't involve international shipping. An Amazon reviewer noted: "Much quieter and smoother than my old budget scroll saw. The dust collection makes a real difference in my small workshop."

4. Scheppach Deco-XLS Scroll Saw

~£180 · 120W motor · 406mm throat · 500-1700rpm variable speed · Foot pedal · LED work light

The Scheppach Deco-XLS is the scroll saw for anyone who wants features that matter. The variable speed range (500-1700rpm) is wider than the Record Power, the LED work light actually illuminates the cut line, and the included foot pedal lets you control power without taking your hands off the workpiece. That foot pedal alone justifies the price premium for serious hobby work.

The 406mm throat depth is generous for a saw at this price, and the cast iron table stays flat. Blade changes are tool-free and genuinely quick - about 15 seconds once you've done it a few times. The dust blower is the best of the four saws tested, keeping the cut line visible without needing extraction for short sessions. If you're doing epoxy resin projects or wood burning that requires precise pre-cuts, this saw handles the detail work.