J. Schwiebert
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I think my old B & D drill died yesterday. What is the best and most power full (torque wise) cordless drill? Thanks J.
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I have Dewalt and Craftsman cordless drills. The new brushless Craftsman is a pretty nice drill. If your main need is torque I would say the Milwaukee 18 volt drills would be the top of the line. The 20 volt Dewalt are good too. I think the Milwaukee is more of a professional drill.
You need to consider how often you use them and what amount of money your wanting to spend. The top of the line Milwaukee 18 volt storm drill will be over $250 for drill, batteries and charger. The Craftsman brushless 19,2 volt with Ion batteries/charger can be bought for around $100.
You need to consider how often you use them and what amount of money your wanting to spend. The top of the line Milwaukee 18 volt storm drill will be over $250 for drill, batteries and charger. The Craftsman brushless 19,2 volt with Ion batteries/charger can be bought for around $100.
Mike(NEOhio)
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I have a DeWalt 20v, LiIon that I really like. Around $150 but they go on sale for 99.95 two or three times a year from Ace hardwares.
M-MAN
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- Bostic, NC
Milwaukee fuel 18v. A little on the pricey side but they are the only reason I still own cordless tools.
Son loves the Rigid from HD. It has a lifetime warranty on tools and battery's IF you register them properly.
Buy the brushless version no matter which brand you buy. It is worth the extra money.
Son loves the Rigid from HD. It has a lifetime warranty on tools and battery's IF you register them properly.
Buy the brushless version no matter which brand you buy. It is worth the extra money.
Gambles
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I work in a shop with 10 guys. Nine of us have Milwaukee Fuel drills/impact drivers, one guy has a new Dewalt drill and impact.
The reason he bought a Dewalt is so that nobody will borrow his equipment and battery chargers. (Although he always borrows ours)
My Milwaukee Fuel (Fuel is the brushless variety, BTW) drill and impact set has seen five years of HARD use. Everything still works good, with the exception of the trigger that has an occasional dead spot, but it's been used in some extremely dirty conditions.
My co-worker's Dewalt is less than a year old and the gears have stripped out on it. Coincidence? Maybe. He can be abusive on things.
The lifetime warranty on Ridgid can be tempting and my brother has some of those. But be sure you warranty everything and get proof of your warranty. Replacement parts must be warrantied again and again and the service center may not be the same place that you purchased it. Also, if a buddy takes his tools in for warranty work, some places won't let him take your tools in, it must be in person. This may also be decided by the service center or the Barney Fife who is working that day.
The reason he bought a Dewalt is so that nobody will borrow his equipment and battery chargers. (Although he always borrows ours)
My Milwaukee Fuel (Fuel is the brushless variety, BTW) drill and impact set has seen five years of HARD use. Everything still works good, with the exception of the trigger that has an occasional dead spot, but it's been used in some extremely dirty conditions.
My co-worker's Dewalt is less than a year old and the gears have stripped out on it. Coincidence? Maybe. He can be abusive on things.
The lifetime warranty on Ridgid can be tempting and my brother has some of those. But be sure you warranty everything and get proof of your warranty. Replacement parts must be warrantied again and again and the service center may not be the same place that you purchased it. Also, if a buddy takes his tools in for warranty work, some places won't let him take your tools in, it must be in person. This may also be decided by the service center or the Barney Fife who is working that day.
Black & Decker 1/4" cordless was my first and I got it new in 1972 as I recall.
I am sold on Ryobi from Home Depot. One nice thing is their 4 amp-hour batteries have state-of-charge meters and that is a huge asset.
Lithium Ion batteries get ruined if discharged too low even once. So, they have a microprocessor that makes them all-of-a-sudden turn off when low - with no warning. The 4 AH Ryobi battery has a charge gauge and I love it. Plus you can buy a pair of those batteries for $60 when on sale.
My Ryobi 18 volt impact driver maxes at 1500 inch-pounds. Plenty for what I do. An 18 volt Milwaukee makes 1400 inch-pounds and a Milwaukee Fuel makes 1600 inch-pounds. Not a whopping difference.
I am sold on Ryobi from Home Depot. One nice thing is their 4 amp-hour batteries have state-of-charge meters and that is a huge asset.
Lithium Ion batteries get ruined if discharged too low even once. So, they have a microprocessor that makes them all-of-a-sudden turn off when low - with no warning. The 4 AH Ryobi battery has a charge gauge and I love it. Plus you can buy a pair of those batteries for $60 when on sale.
My Ryobi 18 volt impact driver maxes at 1500 inch-pounds. Plenty for what I do. An 18 volt Milwaukee makes 1400 inch-pounds and a Milwaukee Fuel makes 1600 inch-pounds. Not a whopping difference.
Keep in mind there are several different models from some manufactures. I have an older M18, that is the biggest model of the time, you won't find it at a box store. Without the side handle you cannot keep it from turning in your hands. With the side handle, hang on tight.
Ultradog MN
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I use cordless drills very hard and use them almost every day. I usually get a year to a year and a half out of one.
I've had all of the major brands over the years. They are all adequate for your typical homeowner/occasional user.
Right now I'm on a Rigid kick. Bought my 3rd one a couple of months ago. Good power, good balance and not too heavy. And not too many gew gaws and do dads on them. The batteries last - I have one that's over 3 years old and still working. Rigid batteries seem to charge Fast too.
Cordless drills are an expendable item - part of the cost of doing business for me.
Right now I think the best bang for your buck is the Rigid from Home Depot.
I also like that you can get just the drill, 2 batteries and charger without having to buy a whole package of extras in a dumb, big plastic case. I usually just take the drill, charger and batteries out and throw the rest of that junk away. So I like not having to pay for it all.
I've had all of the major brands over the years. They are all adequate for your typical homeowner/occasional user.
Right now I'm on a Rigid kick. Bought my 3rd one a couple of months ago. Good power, good balance and not too heavy. And not too many gew gaws and do dads on them. The batteries last - I have one that's over 3 years old and still working. Rigid batteries seem to charge Fast too.
Cordless drills are an expendable item - part of the cost of doing business for me.
Right now I think the best bang for your buck is the Rigid from Home Depot.
I also like that you can get just the drill, 2 batteries and charger without having to buy a whole package of extras in a dumb, big plastic case. I usually just take the drill, charger and batteries out and throw the rest of that junk away. So I like not having to pay for it all.
Ultradog MN
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- Twin Cities
DMartin9N-2N
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Just an opinion, but, When I recently worked on my rain gutters and screen tops for them, I did not want to climb ladder with a cord, nor with a heavy battery on the drill. I ended up using my cordless (including its heavy battery) but I tied a rope to the drill/battery and only carried the rope up the ladder. Then when I needed the drill, I pulled it up. Getting older has made me lazy (or call it creative).
Dennis M. in W. Tenn.
Dennis M. in W. Tenn.
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