This tool reminds me a little of the Rotozip. It works extremely well for the job it was designed for, Multimaster=Flush-cutting, Rotozip=cutting drywall, but isn't as good for the other purposes they are advertised for.
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br /I would give the tool 4 or 5 stars but the blades are way overpriced and don't last real long. You can buy generic blades that are much cheaper and in some cases better quality, but Fein is trying to stop people from making these blades.
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br /By the end of the year Bosch will have their own version here in the states for much cheaper so wait if you can.

I LOVE this tool. I just upgraded from the previous model (MSXE 636-2 variable speed). I won't go into why this tool is so great because everyone else has already done that. Instead I'm going to compare this tool to its predecessor.
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br /This is now a perfect tool. Fein has elegantly fixed the minor gripes I had with the previous generation of the tool. My gripes were 1. Blades slipping and 2. Slow blade-changes using the awkward hex-key that always felt like it was about to cam-out and ruin the lock nut. Both issues have been neatly resolved by the new design. The new star shank on the blades completely eliminates any possibility of slippage, and changing blade, or repositioning it to get into a tight spot no longer requires a trip back to the tool box to get the hex wrench. I LOVE this feature. FEIN ALSO ADDED threaded holes on the body of the tool which function as hard-mount points. This allows you to attach small accessories such as a fence, a depth gauge, a rail guide etc. You can also use the hard-mount points to bench-mount the tool (so you can bring small or delectate work to the tool). This opens up a lot of flexibility on an already very flexible tool. I also like the more ergonomic shape and rubber grip on the new design.
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br /None to speak of. The new machine is a tiny bit louder than the old one, perhaps due to the more powerful motor, although it's louder even on the lowest speed setting. To be honest I'm just trying to find SOMETHING to say on the con side. It's really a perfect tool.
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br /At first I thought I had a slight preference for the larger speed control dial on the old tool, but again he NEW design is ultimately better because the smaller dial (on the tapered rear-end) allows for a more compact dust collection system and a slimmer profile overall. I do actually prefer some of the aspects of my old unit's metal case divider system. The new case can actually hold more stuff but it doesn't organize the contents as well as the old case did. You can still buy the OLD case, but I'm sure I can easily make the new case as functional as the old case by adding some little dividers etc. The new blow molded tray is more durable, and there's more space allocated for the cord (which is welcome). If FEIN had put a divider system in the new case, it would have been a perfect redesign in my opinion. Perhaps Fein is trying to keep these GERMAN MADE tools made in Germany by cutting costs (instead of going to CHINA like many others have done). If the cheaper, simpler, divider-less case is part of that profitability strategy, I forgive them. I'm handy and so are you (that's why you're reading this review), so I'm going to quit complaining, and get busy customizing the case with dividers to suit my personal needs.
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br /BLADE COST:
br /As you may know, the blades for this device are somewhat expensive but Fein is now group-packing blades for meaningfully lower cost than before. Basically 3 packs for the price of 2, and 10 packs for the price of 6. This helps. So now I can keep ONE blade of SEVERAL types and yet affordably buy SEVERAL blades of the ONE type I 'consume' regularly. I've recently also seen aftermarket blades on eBay which are cheaper than the FEIN blades, but I've never actually tried them. For all of the trash-talk, I'm always impressed with the longevity of the wood/metal E cut blades.
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br /A FAVORITE TOOL:
br /This is definitely one of my favorite tools, and I HIGHLY recommend it. Everyone who watches me use mine buys one for themselves. I could write several pages describing all of the things I use it for.
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br /If you own an older model, an upgrade is worthwhile if you use the tool with ANY regularity. The upgrade cost me a mere $100 because I sold my old one (with blades accessories) on eBay.
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br /If you upgrade not only will you be doing yourself a favor, but you will be making your previous model available to someone else who can't quite afford a new one, or who hasn't yet made the plunge.
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Tool and attachments, 6 Stars.. Case, 2 Stars.. Price, -3 Stars = 5 Stars

This Fein MultiMaster Top kit is one of those tools that cost too much but you can't do the job as fast without it. The last few years, attending woodworking shows, I would watch the demos on the MultiMaster tool. I was ALWAYS impressed as to what the tool was capable of. The price made me walk away. It was not on my list of "GEE, I've got to have that"! However I did see its potential.

Recently, I saw the ad for the new version with the quick blade release and the package supplied attachments, but was still held back by the price. Then it happened. I got a job that required this type of tool.

I had to do a job of installing decorative returns on an old house with period moldings. The old returns had rotted along with some of the crown rake boards. Making the new returns was not a problem; trimming back the 4-inch crown molding was going to be tedious to say the least. I purchased the Fein MultiMaster Top kit and felt the pain all the way back to the job..... Until I opened the box, fitted a (expensive) wood / metal cutting blade and trimmed back old rusty hard to reach nails and 4 inch crown molding to solid wood. The roofs 12/12 pitch made it almost impossible to perform the task at hand with any speed with regular tools. The MultiMaster accomplished the task in minutes. After trimming back 6 returns in under an hour, I was convinced the tool was worth the expense. It was kind of anti climatic however, doing all that work in such short time! $389.00 per hour and done so easily and quickly is what came to mind!

Since the initial purchase, I have found the MultiMaster tool to live up to all I've seen at demo shows. Once you own it, you will find yourself reaching for it more often than you planned. Time verses cost will eventually be offset as this tool pays for itself very quickly.

I find myself treating the attachments as if they were gold, considering their replacement costs. I guess Fein can get away with the high prices because there is no other tool like it that works so well. The blades by the way are very sturdy and long lasting.

Under-cutting doorjambs loaded with trim nails are a breeze. I was able to set tile under 6 doors and the blade teeth still look new. I am looking forward to trying out all the other attachments that came with the "TOP" kit.

The case has some issues. It is nice and square and stores well. It holds all of the supplied accessories and then some. BUT, after seeing the older metal case, the new plastic case is bigger and holds less. The old metal case has foam dividers that make finding each attachment quite easy. Sanding attachments and the paper can be seen on edge. The new case has 2 removable plastic storage cases within the main case. These cases have snap down covers making it difficult to see and grab what you're looking for. Within the small cases, there are no dividers; everything just sits in there bouncing around and store in no particular order. The outside of the main case is consumed by the nice handle, which is recessed in the top of the case when standing on edge, it chews up a lot of storage space that could have been used to have divided storage inside like the old metal case.

I have zero complaints about the quality of the tool and the attachments. They all do what they are supposed to do. My complaints lye with cost of product and attachments, and the poor thoughtfulness of the case storage areas. This tool will not be easy for most people to purchase because of the cash outlay. In my case, it was one of those tools that came to mind while in a predicament. I purchased it, and think of it as a Cool Tool!

I had 15 Pella wooden window frames, circa 1969, in need of repainting. Three years ago they were 'professionally' repainted. This consisted of slapping new paint over the cracked old paint and sending me a $2000.00 bill. The concept of sanding and prepping the frames was apparently overlooked by the 'professionals'.
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br /Last year, in preparation for a graduation party, my bride strongly suggested that we needed to improve the appearance of the windows. Replacement windows were not in the budget, and I didn't want another 'professional' job visited on my wallet. The wood was still in good shape but the paint needed to be taken down in many areas of the frames. Lots and lots of sanding needed to be done.
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br /After prepping one window frame by hand I knew I needed a better and faster approach. I saw the Fein on Amazon.com and went for it.
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br /I have been very happy with my purchase. It has made a large nasty job much quicker. The detailed sanding accessories made short work of all the mutton bars on the windows.
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br /A trick that helps prolong the sanding paper life is use of a sander cleaner stick, like the kind you use to unload the sand paper on a belt sander. It looks like a large art gum eraser stuck to a paint stirrer.
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br /Heat from too much pressure will ruin the hook and loop corners of the sanding pad. I had to buy replacements.
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br /It is a beautiful tool, but like other fine German products, the replacement parts are not cheap. Someone has to help pay for all those short work weeks, extended vacations, and retirement benefits the europeans dearly love. Think of it as the BMW in your tool box.
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I bought this tool after I began refinishing some painted woodwork. I got the full kit primarily because it came with the sanding and vacuum attachments. That was a mistake. The sanding attachments are clever, but won't work with paper-backed sandpaper. The paper doesn't hold up. Five small squares of cloth backed sandpaper are included (three different grits), but it's hard to find cloth backed sandpaper later. So I've made little use of the sanding attachments to this point. I also haven't used the vacuum attachment because it's critical to keep the sanding triangle level to the work, else the edges can easily dig into the surface. Adding the vacuum attachment and dragging a stiff hose makes it very difficult to keep the device level.
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br /On the positive side, the sanding action is excellent. This is my first hook-n-loop sander and I'm sold on this type of sandpaper. My only complaint is the very high cost of Fein replacement pads. I'm investigating buying sandpaper in 4.5" rolls and cutting my own pads. I figure I can cut the paper cost by 2/3 that way.
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br /Net net, the tool is excellent but buy it first and then get only the attachments you need after verifying that the attachment works and holds up in your situation.
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br /Edit #1: Just used the metal cutting attachment to cut through a chrome flange around a pipe to make room for a pipe wrench. The multimaster did an excellent job. Clean, fast cut. No damage to anything else, no hassle with hacksaw or trying to "tear" flange off with channel-locks.
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br /And be SURE to get one of those sanding disk/belt cleaners, the oversized art gum erasers. They REALLY help lengthen the life of the sanding pads.

After working for hours, trying to remove old carpet from our RV, I knew there had to be a better way. When I saw the advertisement for the Fein on television, I just had to give it a try. My husband thought I was nuts for spending that much on a tool, but when he used it to cut sheet rock for our new den, he changed his mind. We also used it when we remodeled a bathroom. It worked well for smoothing out the rough surface under the tile we had removed. The attachments are a little expensive, but worth it if you have a back breaking job to do. I'm so glad I took a chance, and purchased the MultiMaster.

I was faced with removing about 12,000 linear feet of improperly installed grout on a limestone tile floor. The grout lines were thin and the task seemed daunting. After researching various techniques, I found the Fein Multimaster and purchased one along with six diamond blades as recommended by the Fein customer support folks, who incidentally are as good as they could be. This is a heavy duty tool and the oscillation approach is very, very effective. It took a bit of time to develop a technique, but once we understood the tool, the job was completed effectively and efficiently. My only complaint is that the dust collection system did not work well and we improvised with a shop vac.
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br /We also used a wood cutting blade and a carbide surfacing blade and were quite pleased with the ease of cutting and the results generally. This is a specialty tool, however, and the infomercials and the dvd that accompany the tool make the described tasks look a lot easier than they are in real life.
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br /However, we saved thousands of dollars in labor over alternative methods, did not damage any of the tile, and the result was better than expectated.
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br /I do not see this as a handyperson tool that will gather dust on a shelf somewhere. It is a specialty tool that can accomplish many tasks very efficiently. It does many tasks that were formerly the province of a sawzall, but if you are cutting nail embedded material or doing demolition, it is the wrong tool. It is a finish tool when working in wood and will greatly facilitate repairs in tile surfaces, especially where you are facing grout problems or have to replace broken tiles. It is essential that the operator wear a first class dust mask and eye protection, although that goes without saying.
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br /Finally, the various blades are expensive, in fact too expensive. They are available on Amazon at discounts, but still, a damaged blade is a $50 problem, and that limits our experimentation with the tool.
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br /Overall, the tool is what it is promoted to be. It is very well made. The case is well designed and can hold all of the blades and attachments that one might like. I recommend it more to professionals than homeowners as it does require good mechanical skills to operate effectively.
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This is an expensive tool with expensive accessories, but in my opinion well worth it. I am an auto mechanic by trade and a homeowner that loves and appreciates quality time saving tools. Since my purchase 2 months ago I have used this tool to pattern cut and install a bath surround, cut and install plastic molding(using a simple adjustable square),trimmed out paneling while on the wall, removed a glued vinyl bathroom floor (with ease), plunge cut and removed damaged soffit material( with such precision that the removed wood could be used as a pattern for the new replacement wood)and scrape old paint off my house corners and soffits. I am very impressed with the tool quality and ease of changing attachments. The profile sanding attachment works good. The storage box could be of better quality but it serves it's purpose. If I were to purchase this again I would probably buy a bare bones kit and choose my accessories seperately. I have some attachments I will probably never use and would gladly trade for more wood and metal cutting blades. Hope this helps you out!

The Multimaster works by moving the blade (or the sanding foot) in a random orbital motion. So unlike a rotary tool, the blade doesn't pull you through the material. That means you can control the depth and speed of the cut very precisely. The tool feels solid but not heavy and it doesn't vibrate in your hand. All the energy goes into the cutting device you've attached to it, and you don't gat tired holding on to it.
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br /It's a very useful tool if you're doing removations. I bought it for sanding profiles like wood molding, and it is quite useful as a profile sander. But it does much, much more. Example: we wanted to move the old vinyl floor in a kitchen and install tile. The vinyl was glued to luan plywood, and both layers ran under the counters and the dishwasher. With one of the Multimaster's saw blades, it was relatively simple to make a clean, straight verical cut in line with the face of the cabinets, back under the toekick. That let me pull up the vinyl and luan from the open floor area and leave it in place under the cabinets. I don't know how I would have been able to do that with any other tool except perhaps a Bosch RotoZip.
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br /It's expensive and the new (250 TOP) version comes in a cheesy plastic case, although to be fair, the metal case that the old (Model 625) version came in was stamped from very thin sheet metal. (If you buy something other than "Top" complete kit, the tool comes in a cardboard box.) But the case is the only light-duty item in the package.
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br /Even if the packaging is cheap, the tool and the accessories are definitely well made and the attachments that are available make it very versatile. If you're taking apart a room in your house or someone else's house, this is a great tool to have.

I hemmed and hawed over this purchase for months before I talked to someone in a forum about it. They had the older, single speed model and loved it. I decided to go with that one, the "start" kit at about $180. I have no doubt that had I got this deluxe kit, or even tried the quick change version I would have been spoiled for life and could never go back to my bare bones model, but since I paid less than half for mine and have never known the sweet taste of VS or quick change blades I am as happy as can be.

My advice is do not wait any longer to get a MM. It is worth it and you will not regret it, but if you can't swallow the big price go for the older cheaper model. You will still be able to do everything you want this tool for, just not as luxuriously.

This is a great tool! The plastic case is nice on the outside but kind of cheap on the inside, the pastic used inside looks like it could crack in temperature changes, and does not have alot of divided space.
I purchased the metal case which fits this tool very nice and has alot of compartments. Would have gave 5 stars except for the case.

The Fein MultiMaster does not belong in the home workshop or in the DIYer tool bag. This is a serious tool for contractors. I waited 2 years to buy this tool, always finding better uses for the $400. Another reviewer said that only contractors who can pass on the cost of this tool need this tool, he is right, to a degree. I was called to a home that had failed the CO inspection, 28 electrical boxes were partially covered by wood wainscoting. Short of removing the wainscoting, I shelled out the cash for a Fein. Snapping on the multi-blade and firing up the tool, I immediately smiled. It soon became an extension of my hand, I felt like an artist gliding through the house, neatly trimming all the boxes with no worry about hitting the wires or plastic boxes. The control, the dexterity, the power, the finesse! I never felt this with my trusty old roto-zip, it always seemed like it one slip away from disaster. Not so with the Fein.
br /That was 6 months ago. Since then, I have spent about another $400 on blades with no regrets. The Fein seems to come out of its cheap, clunky, ill-fitting case at least 2 or 3 times a week. Sure, there are times when another tool could do the job but none will put a smile on your face like the MultiMaster. The quality is amazing, German engineering, and all that. What this tool can do is only limited by your imagination. The more you use it, the more comfortable and confident you become with it. I have used this tool to remove grout from marble floor and ceramic tile walls, plunge cut into a 6x6, trim doors, set strike plates, cut nails bolts, remove glazing from 100-year-old windows, cut out deteriorating masonry, and so much more.
br /The replacement blades are expensive but they last. The knock-offs don't hold up as well as the originals and the balance is not as good, but if you have a FNG using the tool, they are a good buy. In the hands of an experienced used, the originals are the only blades that give you the precise control that you become accustomed to.
br /Yes, I pass along the cost of this tool and the blades to my clients, but I also pass along the labor savings that this tool brings. When I compare the two, my clients come out way ahead. A wise investment for any contractor!
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This tool is a remnant of the days when quality was most important.
br /They did not even cut corners on the cord. It is very long and very flexible. The cord was long enough for me to run it thru windows to plug in while working on the roof.
br /I used it to trim wood for a perfect fit in otherwise inaccesible spots. It cut nails under siding like butter.
br /I would have given it 5 stars except for the price.

My cousin let me borrow his and I was hooked. I bought one specifically to help with installing some replacement windows. The e-cut blade was superior to a reciprocating saw or hacksaw for cutting through nails to remove trim. You don't have to worry about it plunging farther than you want. Scraper blade removes caulk with almost no effort.
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br /You'll find countless uses for it, especially if you have an old house like me.

First off, I'm not a professional handyman but am pretty good with tools and making/fixing things around the house.
br /I got the tool while I was installing a wood floor in a bedroom... it was extremely useful to under-cut the door trim and I had a wood planked wall that needed undercutting as well... the door trim could have been cut by hand with a flush cut hand saw but the wall under-cut would have been a nightmare without a tool like the multimaster... made quick work of it... even cut right through some hidden nails with very little effort (using the "E-blade").
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br /tool feels "heavy duty" and built to last, the front black part is all metal... orange part is a good quality feeling plastic... power cord is extra long and is a good quality rubber. blade changing is easy as pie with the flip-up lever system.
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br /the case it comes in is OK... it's plastic and like others have said, it doesn't open 180 degrees... only 90 degrees, so maybe it could come down on your hands while rummaging around in the storage boxes for the blades... not a huge deal but would have been nicer if it opened a full 180 degrees...
br /also note that the blades can get hot so trying to change them immediately after use risks some fingertip burns - but I guess that would be true of pretty much all saws and their blades...
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br /overall, I feel it's a good, solid tool even though a bit pricey... like others have said here, I'd be likely to use it a lot more if the replacement blades weren't so expensive - but they also seem to be of very good quality metal and I suspect each will last a good amount of time before needing replacement...
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br /We'll see as I still have a lot of projects to complete in my 100+ year old house! ;o)
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Was a little taken back buy the price, and the cost of the accessories. But nothing can match what you can do with this tool. I'm remoduling a older home, and have used this to remove old moulding. You can cut the nails with out damageing the wall or wood. The sanding attachment works great in hard to reach areas.

Well built tool. The good. Works great for removing old paint in tight spots. Used the blade attachment to remove caulk right next to brick in minutes. It would have taken hours.
br /The not so good. The pin that holds the attachments in wouldn't go in easily after being closed without the pin in it and the lever that holds it in will smack you good if you get in it's way.
br /The tool and all attachments are very pricey but I couldn't find a comparable alternative.
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The amount of projects that can be handled effortlessly is unlimited. As soon as you have this tool in your hand one word comes to mind right away. QUALITY. Excellent design features includes the ease of use when I change tool ends and I especially like the extra long power cord. The case isn't too bad either. For a tool this pricey you definetly get what you pay for. You can buy with confidence. The included DVD is also a great help, as it details alot of uses for the tool.

I was a bit reluctant ordering my MultMaster mainly due to the price, but now that I have it, it was worth every penny. It performs as well as the infomercial, but it does take a little practice holding it steady especially when making plunge cuts. There is some more than usual burning of wood when cutting, this takes some getting used to as smoke will definitely be present. It will kick back slightly, but this is overcome by entering at a slight angle. The attachments connect quick, the case is fine for me, and the overall feel is great. This is one of those tools that you will love and use for years, and the somewhat high price will pay for itself in no time.

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br /I have seriously wanted to have a Fein Multimaster for years, and I finally had a project that justified purchasing it. From my research, there is no competitive pricing for this product, but the quickest and free shipping was available through Amazon, and of course that gives the buyer Amazon's excellent customer service if there should be a problem. This is German engineering at its best with easy accessory change mechanism. It also has Mercedes and BMW pricing. That said, I am glad to have purchased something that I know will last a life time and never require replacement. Accessories are equally expensive so I will need to build the kit a little at a time.

I requested this tool as a birthday present from the wife to patch my hardwood floor. After removing a closet as part of my kitchen remodel I had some square cuts on my oak flooring that I needed to stagger (ie: cut in between existing boards) in order to make the repair seamless.

Online instructions had said to use a chisel so I got my trusty Craftsman, sharpened it on the bench grinder, and started whacking away. To my dismay, the super-hard red oak barely budged....time for a Fein Multi Master!

Through trial and error I realized that the best bet is to score a line for the tool to start in (using a razor blade and the above mentioned chisel) otherwise it will wildly vibrate about ruining perfectly good floor boards. I used that technique as well as lowered to tool to the slowest speed to get a good cut line, then would give it full power. I have made about 15 cuts so far and the e-blade is still holding up nice despite the copious amounts of black smoke created when cross cutting the oak.

The tool it's self seems to be well made although the variable speed control is awkwardly located at the back and difficult to adjust (especially when it is running) - and there are no power indicators on it so the first couple times are trial and error. There is no lack of power with the Fein but seems that it could have more control. Perhaps I have shaky hands but I challenge anyone to put this tool on full blast and make a strait knife like plunge cut. It seems that the vibrating is not only side to side but back and forth to a degree. Another thing to be on the lookout for is the actual extension of the vibrating blade. With it moving so fast it is easy to get past where you want to cut as the blade edge is blurry and hard to view when running.

The case is a complete disappointment as the interior is not blow molded but rather has a flimsy plastic cut out that the tool rests in that is about the thickness of three sheets of paper. Mine was broken from the get-go so I will be contacting Amazon for a replacement liner. Moreover, the case does not open 180 degrees but rather only 90 degrees. I am still not sure why it was designed this way as every other tool case I have opens fully. Unless your surface is flat, you run the risk of getting a finger slammed closed in it. All this in a case that costs over $100! Had I to do it over again I think I would forego the case and get a bag to throw it in.

Amongst other qualifiers I rate products on value. How does the Fein measure up? Well, it is HORRIFICALLY expensive for what it is and the replacement blades will run you to the poor house. However, it has the distinction of doing what no other tool can. Funny, this thing reminds me of my BMW M3....:)

Should you get it? If you can avoid it I would say no, but as I stated it has capabilities that no other tool I know of has. If someone made a cheap knock-off of it I would get that in a second being a DIYer. For a pro it is worth the money.

I'm an advid DIY'er and tool nut so this tool has always intrigued me. After watching the info-mercials for about 6 weeks I decided to investigate further. I talked with the service tech at a highly reputable tool store to see if I could find some fault in the ad. What got me was as he was telling me how awesome the tool was and how everything on the TV commercial is true, the guy next to me said he owned 3 and bought a 4th for his brother-in-law! At $400 a piece I was impressed. Next step was to read all the reviews here at Amazon which were also impressive. So I purchased one and after owning it for just over 3 weeks I find myself grabing for it more and more.
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br /It cuts carpet like butter, scrapes adhesives with ease, cuts wood with surgical presision, and sands like a dream. I haven't even scratched the surface of it's possibilities. One word of caution which I learned the hard way, is not to use it for hardend concrete nails as I ruined a blade. If I have another tool that will work better I use it.
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br /I still think it and the accessories are over priced but I don't regret buying it and it is rapidly becoming one of my favorite tools. Like the guy at the hardware store told me, once you get over the initial purchase, you won't look back and regret it.

Pros.. The tool is well balanced and well designed with very high quality materials.
br /Pros.. It's a great specialty tool that will eliminate the very painful hands resulting from scraping and removing grout in the future.
br /Pros.. The motor is much quieter than a popular red belt driven dirt vac. Hearing protection is recommended though.
br /Pros..Upon opening the package I noticed right away that the power tool was clean and didn't smell like oil or kerosene. Many cheap imported power tools smell that way.
br /Cons.. The plastic case is huge and will store easily under the bed if your paranoid and feel like guarding it.
br /Cons..The plastic case design may lack sufficient storage space if you plan to purchase additional accessories. This high qaulity power tool deserves better than the plastic egg carton style tray and can be easily replaced with foam.
br /Pros.. This high quality power tool fits great in a 20" steel toolbox lined with high density foam.
br /Cons..Yes cutters and accessories are a little expensive.
br /Pros..I didnt buy the fancy pivoting $49 hobby tool stand for it.
br /Instead I drilled and tapped 1/4" 20 TPI holes in 2 old junker pillow blocks then bent a 1" wide x 1/2" thick flat steel into an L shape drilled a 5/8" hole in it. Next attatched bolted (dont own welder) a 3/4" x 1/4" width reducing bar drilled with two 1/4" holes 1/4" from the edge and spaced holes 15/16" apart then ground a slight concave area inbetween the holes.
br /Pros..The money spent on genuine cutters will most likely help the manufacturer research and design other great quality products just like this one in the future.
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This is a great tool for all those little jobs that are frustrating and time-consuming because you have to do them without a power tool. My husband and I were in the middle of renovating a half-bath when we decided to order it. We must have used it for 8 different things before the job was done and by having this tool we saved hours of time and frustration. It seems expensive but when you consider the time it saves on the job it's well worth the money if you plan to be doing some renovating.

I started a handyman business about a year ago and this tool is the is by far the most used tool in my total collection of tools. The only drawback is the cost of the tool itself and for accessories. I highly recommend this tool for any handyman of contractor.

In just a few words... How did I ever live without a Multimaster? I am a remodeling contractor by trade, I have found so many times where the Multimaster is THE tool to get the job done. The surgical precision is much less damaging in lath and plaster than a recip. saw. This tool is worth every penny.

Recently purchased the multimaster top, and have used it quite a few times, though only for cutting. It saved having to take off some kitchen panels that ran down to the old flooring when I laid new over the top. Just took a small piece of the new flooring, laid the Multimaster blade on top and cut the panels off at just the right height to be able to slip the new flooring in under. Beautiful result. My experience was a little different on the blades, as it seemed like they lost their edge quickly even though I was only cutting wood.

I've been wanting a MultiMaster since I saw one at the local Lumber yard. But, I was put off by the price. I thought to myself, "It can't be *that* good to warrant such a high price"!

Yesterday, I gave in and purchased one. Boy was I pleasantly surprised when I took it out of its packaging. It is hefty! You'll be using two hands while operating it.

This is an extremely high quality, German manufactured tool. This is what accounts for the price - Quality and the devaluation of the US Dollar. The Company isn't out to take advantage of us. German made products simply cost more in the US.

I also purchased about $500.00 in accessories. If you are considering purchasing this great tool, be prepared to spend at least an equal amount for blades, Sandpaper, and other attachments.

This was definitely one of my better tool purchases.

This tool is EXCELLENT BUT it is way overpriced and accessories are way to expensive. Dont get me wrong- I like it but for me personally I find a rotozip to be more useful for tile jobs. It is built solid to take some abuse. Not too heavy and easy to control.

Purchased this tool as a wedding gift. The packaging was well done although the tool seemed smaller than expected given the size of the box. Good tool; does live up to its name - "multimaster".

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br /I purchsed this tool in June 2008, it has paid for itself in the time I have had it. I installed some Real Wood Laminate Flooring and it certainly was a time saver when I used it to trim the bottom of the trim around door openings in the room, and also when it came to removing old nailed on 1/4 round trim attached to Base Board in the room, I say this because this tool; with right blade installed; will cut right through old nails. I have also used it to make small vertical opeings in Cabinet Door edges to install new Hidden Hardware. I am extremely pleased with this tool. It is a must for the Professional Tradesman/wood worker or even the DIY. This tool is extremely well made, and well worth the Money. I rate it 5 stars.

I am a remodeling contractor who like most debated buying this tool for quite some time. Now that I have purchased it and used it for about three months I have a few observations.. Like everyone I agree the case is junk for the reasons listed in other reviews, the blades are exspensive agreed use them carefully, The cord length like 10+ ' is great , variable speed function is great. All in all a well thought out and heavy duty tool. You will not believe once you get this and realize what it will do what a time saver this thing is just incredible. If you are a contractor get it you wont regret it. I will end on this scenario. Lets say you are working on a house with Hardisiding, the homeowner needs a light installed on the exterior you need a trim block cut into the siding install the carbide round wheel and cut right through the hardi siding no pulling and reinstalling of siding. Very happpy with the purchase.

The Fein MultiMaster is an extremely well built piece of machinery, it is sturdy, simple and easy to use. I install a lot of laminate and hard wood flooring and this tool cuts down the install time dramatically especially for rooms with odd angles. The tools sanding abilities are excellent with a great variety of different attachments for the trickiest of sanding jobs. One small complaint was the vacuum attachment which I could not get to work with either of the two vacuums I own, I need to work on making a special adapter to allow it to fit. Overall I am extremely glad I bought this tool.

There are jobs that only this tool can perform (properly). I would use it much more often if the damn blades weren't so expensive. Look on eBay for less expensive aftermarket blades. Also, I read an article a guy wrote about making his own by cutting up cheap Japanese Pull Saw blades and mounting them in the file holder.

Wonderful tool for many uses
only objection is keeping the grit on the sanding pad
I need to use the points to get in tight places and the velcro melts.
going to try the carbide grinding fingers

Seems well-built. I've used the grout saw, the e-blade, the scraper and the segment blade. The e-blade and scraper were a little disappointing. The grout saw and segment blade worked great. I understand the sander works very well, too, but haven't tried that yet... The replacement blades seem a little over priced which is disappointing. I hope the tool pays for itself. Time will tell.

I have used this tool just about as many times as I have used my cordless drill since I purchased it. As a sign of the times I have had to diversify into remodeling from new construction home building and this tool has saved me time, impressed clients, and has gotten me out of a pinch (as well as it pinching me too). GREAT TOOL! As of the pinching part, be careful of the tool lever that snaps when you put on an attachment. Go slow with this lever. It will catch you off gaurd if you are not careful. Small issue, but big results!

This is by far the most useful tool I have ever seen, especially for detail work in remodeling etc... The only concern I have is that the attachment blades are expensive when needing to be replaced. The blades last a long time but cannot be forced into the work material. The blade must be allowed to work through the material at its own pace or you risk destroying the teeth. Great product!!!!

I typically don't buy anything I see on an infomercial, but the multimaster looked like just the tool I needed. I must say, it was worth it. Expensive, but extremely flexible. I used it to repair a pull down attic staircase, cut copper pipes, and remove old glue from a vinyl floor. I was also able to cut a section of facial board without removing it from the house. I give this 5 stars because it's a great tool.

I had purchased the Fein Multimaster for my husband, the best price was from Amazon. My husband loves this tool does everything it is supposed to do. The Fein Multimaster arrived more quickly then we expected just love it and the service from Amazon.

The MultiMaster is all that it is advertised to be and even though there were a couple of mix ups with my order the company I ordered from was outstanding with their customer service.

This is a tool which was too heavy for me. It is good for cutting wood, but the blade dulled quickly. Replacement blades are very expensive. It wasn't for me.

I would of given this five stars but for one reason, all the blades and attachments are expensive.

I am currently using the multimaster to remove all the grout from around the tub in one of my bathrooms. This is the perfect tool for this job.

The scraper blade works great for removing the silicone from parts of the tub too. The tool is designed well. The best way to buy it is as a kit.

I've owned the Fein Multimaster for about a month now, and use it in conjunction with the Turbo II vacuum. This is a convenient and aggressive tool. I held off purchasing it for several years because of the price but now I see that I could have used it for many purposes during my home remodel and could have used it more effectively than the sawzall for most, if not all, of the tasks for which I needed it. The sanding capacity alone will save you significant time and sweat. When I think back to all the sanding I did to the window frames while standing on a ladder I feel somewhat foolish. The vacuum attachment works quite well and is excellent when sanding. In conjunction with the HEPA filter, I cannot detect any airborne particles and there is no cleanup. Be careful when selecting which model to purchase. The new 'no-tool' feature is very nice and I'm glad I didn't buy the previous version that required a hex tool. Look carefully at the supplied items for each of the 3 levels available. The 'Top' version provides the best value and not all of them come with the case, which is somewhat of a necessity. I've read complaints about the case but it certainly seems adequate to me and I can shove a great amount of sandpaper and attachments into the 2 compartments and 1 miscellaneous storage area. You definitely want ear protection. I know the promo. videos show everyone happily using the Multimaster and even talking to each other while it is running, but at 85db+ you WILL damage your hearing. For those who don't need to act manly and go without protection, my standard is a set of silicone plugs combined with the Bilson Thunder T3 ear muffs.

The Fein Multimaster handles every job with ease and precision. The bit changing process is very easy and holds the tool very solidly. I tried cutting wood, and 1/8 " aluminum , cutting holes for my car speaker sheet metal, and sanding. It does everything well, and cuts through sheet metal much easier than the rotozip or dremel with metal cutting disk.
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br /When cutting sheet metal I've noticed that it doesn't give off that hot spark unlike most metal cutting tools.
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br /It also sands really well when used properly which saves me a ton of time sanding.
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br /It also has more power than I really need. I hardly use the maximum speed setting unless I'm cutting thick wood or metal.
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br /This is a really nice product and it's worth every penny. Everyone should have one of these wether you're a car audio installer like myself, or a hobbyist.

Multi Master is very simple to use and fills the gap between circular saws,jig saws, sanders, and other cutting tools.
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Had it a month and already it has proven to be an excellent multi-use power tool with the flexibility to complete the most challenging task with ease. With awesome array of blades and attachments.

My hubbie got this from Fein web site (FMM 250Q) and got it fast. However, we had missing parts (a cellopane wraped 3 blade combination of accessories) that should come with the kit. Called Fein and they were surprised that those were missing, but sent to us by UPS anyway without charges. Do not have 365/7/24 customer service, but people who picked up the phone are nice and professional.
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br /Tool seem to be well made, but accessories are very expansive. For charging this kind of price, Fein should have included all accessories in the product.
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br /For using, I am not strong enough to flip the handle to change the accessories. However, I like using it to cut wood board and pipes. My hubby has used this to cut sidings, trims and he used this to change sidings in the front portion of our house and he likes the tool. We are planning on using the MulitMaster to sand down the window trims for re-painting this coming year. We like using this tool for detail work and projects that are limited in space.
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br /I understand that Dremmel and Rockwell has came out with similar product (even look the same), but at a lower price level, but I am not sure if the quality are as good as this one from Fein.
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br /Overall, we like the tool, but think it is a bit costly, especially when you need to order additional accessories.
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This is the best tool I've found for remodeling anything around the house, it makes doing things like making holes in the wall a snap and for refinishing wood without taking it all apart.. would recommend highly to anyone with a lot of projects or professional carpenter who does remodeling.

My review will be just like most reviews of the Fein Multimaster. It's very expensive, the attachments are really expensive, but this tool does the job that other tools don't do. The first week I used it a half a dozen times. It really works, I'm glad I got, I wish the accessories were cheaper.

Does just what they say. I had to straighten a wall where it ended at a closet opening. I was able to cut the nails in about 20 sec, with no damage to the sheetrock where it mattered, as the molding covered it. The wall could then easily be pushed into the correct position and renailed. I was dreading doing this work so tried to hire someone. They were going to charge me $150 dollars and use a sledge. I learned long ago not to skimp on tools as the good ones last a lifetime. This tool is heavy but works so quickly it really doesn't matter.

This if a great tool, it works just like it was shown on tv. Perfect for what would otherwise be tricky cuts. I have found many uses for it.

You can get the MultiMaster direct for the same price and free shipping as well. Not sure what the 100.00 savings is listed at Amazon.com for this tool
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I have to admit that I was somewhat skeptical about bying the Multimaster because this tool was so expensive but now I can't imagine being without it. It makes detail work in hard to reach places a snap. It will pay for itself in the first couple of uses in the time and frustration it saves!

Great product, replacement blades are expensive, take a little getting used to, but overall its great!

the video looks good, but i used it to cut plywood subflooring -- after cutting 1 foot the blade came apart at the spot-welds. A replacement blade costs $57. $57/foot is very expensive. Simply stated, this is a toy, not intended for anything like serious work.

This is one of thoes tool you didn't know you need till you have it. I use it all the time and will do thing that no other tools will.

I was looking for a corded oscillating tool and looked at the Fein Multitasker and blades, but it is just way too expensive to purchase for my needs. So I bought the Dremel and the Rockwell to compare side by side...
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br /The $100 Dremel is lighter and a bit smaller but the buzz the motor makes compared to the Rockwell motor [a little bit heavier and slightly bigger] which humms smoothly is like comparing a Vespa scooter to a Victory street bike.
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br /Since the basic Rockwell is only $20 more than the Dremel and the extra blades are about the same price, there was no question about going for the quality/durability of a Rockwell.
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br /The only convenience problem that I can foresee is getting replacement blades:
br /Dremel is carried by big box hardware stores; hobbyists who do crafts on the spur of the moment and do not need to rip open walls, will appreciate the around-the-corner convenience.
br /Rockwell is carried by speciality woodworking stores or the internet; the Home Proj. kind of guys have to plan ahead before ripping into a wall for remodeling. So ordering parts in advance should be a no brainer.
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br /I also really liked the Rockwell case, it is created with niches and screw-downs to hold lots of blades/attachments in place.
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br /I looked at the Bosch 12v battery operated version, and that would have been a good choice but I do not want to have numerous 18v tool systems and chargers for the various power hand tools that I use. I read that the Bosch delivers 20 min of battery power and I might need more time than that between charges.
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br /All four tools mentioned above have variable speeds pretty much the same: 10,000 - 21,000 opm. The Bosch details that I read boasted of 5,000 - 20,000 opm, but I do not know if I need to go that slow. If I did I would have researched more into the rare Praxon version of oscillating tool, which is reportedly underpowered and equivalent to size and weight of the Dremel.
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Anyone but a contractor that can pass the cost onto the customer, must have nothing better to do with their money than to blow it on this outrageously priced tool. Don't be a fool. $400 or $500 could buy you a lot more than a glorified detail sander with "cute" attachments. Your choice.