I'm in the market for a cordless drill/driver. I would like to get one that is of superb quality and has as many applications as possible.
For example, I would like it to have a built-in level for both vertical and horizontal drilling. I wouldn't mind it having a light for use in dark places (e.g attic & basement). Also, I think an optional hammer feature may come in handy from time to time but isn't absolutely necessary.
I would prefer something well balanced with a comfortable grip. I'm not a professional contractor, but I am in the process of fixing up a house so the drill will see moderate use is the future.
I've read that when it comes to battery technology Lithium Ion is the way to go for a nice balance between power, weight, and longevity - or holding charge. I think an 18v Lithium Ion would be nice but am not dead set against considering something else - perhaps 14.4v.
I've looked at Makita, Milwaukee, and DeWalt. They all seem to make a nice product. Online searches say Panasonic makes a good one as well as Bosch. I'm torn. Any help from personal experience or even anecdotal is much appreciated.
Please offer your opinion regardless of price. Again, I desire a drill that has many of the above features and such a comprehensive drill/driver will have extreme value for me in the years to come whatever the price.
I'm looking to get a drill/driver for DH for his birthday/Xmas. Cordless would be good, but i'm not opposed corded, since i've heard a lot of bad stuff about batteries dying, especially with infrequent use. It would mostly be around the house stuff and probably woodworking (something he's always mentioned a liking for but never had the tools). i've read a lot of great reviews on stuff but dont know what half of it means, lol.
i've heard several mentions of the "hammer" thing, but am clueless to its use. Any advice? and do you know of any great sales going on right now?
i'd like to spend under 0.
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