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Hand Tools May 5, 2022

Best Impact Driver of 2022

by Ross Patton, David Wise, and Austin Palmer

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Best Impact Driver of 2022

Best Impact Driver of 2022

To determine the best cordless impact drivers on the market today we researched our brains out and finally narrowed it down to the top 12 models after hours and hours of staring at forums...

How to Choose the Perfect Drill for DIY Projects

How to Choose the Perfect Drill for DIY Projects

Struggling to figure out which cordless drill is the best fit for you? After tons of research and analysis, we have put together a comprehensive buying guide that covers what to look for...

Best Cordless Circular Saws

Best Cordless Circular Saws

We bought the best circular saws on the market for in-house testing to discover which are a cut above the rest and which got cut out.

Craftsman V20 1/2-In. Drill/Driver Kit CMCD700C1

Craftsman V20 1/2-In. Drill/Driver Kit CMCD700C1

A decent all-around drill that should get the job done for most projects and won't break the bank. Enough to satisfy household chores and needs,

Black+Decker 20V Max Drill/Driver LDX120C

Black+Decker 20V Max Drill/Driver LDX120C

If you mostly want a drill for assembling furniture and light tasks, this drill is handy and inexpensive. The battery and convenience are just enough

Bosch 12V Max Drill/Driver Kit PS31-2A

Bosch 12V Max Drill/Driver Kit PS31-2A

Our top recommendation for any DIYer or homeowner who wants a solid and compact cordless drill. Its smaller size is helpful in tight spaces

Workpro 20V Drill Driver Set

Workpro 20V Drill Driver Set

Finishing close to the back of the pack, we found the WORKPRO's results to be quite disappointing, making it almost impossible to find a reason to recommend this drill over any of the others

Black+Decker 12V Max Drill/Driver BDCDD12C

Black+Decker 12V Max Drill/Driver BDCDD12C

Earning one of the lowest scores to date, the BDCDD12C by BLACK+DECKER at least has one of the lowest price tags and is suitable for extremely light-duty drilling tasks.

DeWalt 12V Max 3/8 In. Drill Driver Kit DCD710S2

DeWalt 12V Max 3/8 In. Drill Driver Kit DCD710S2

Finishing in the lower portion of the group, the DEWALT DCD710S2 compared comparably to budget models but has a significantly higher list price.

Best Drill of 2022

Best Drill of 2022

Looking for the top drill around for your next home improvement project? We bought the top tools currently on the market and tested them side-by-side to find the best.

Milwaukee M18 Fuel 1/2" Drill Driver

Editors' Choice

Milwaukee M18 Fuel 1/2" Drill Driver

If you are searching for a tool-only drill rather than a combo kit, this is the best one. This drill handles heavy-duty drilling and driving tasks with ease, all while efficiently using...

Kobalt 24-volt Max 1/2-in Brushless Drill KDD 1424A-03

Editors' Choice

Kobalt 24-volt Max 1/2-in Brushless Drill KDD 1424A-03

The best of the best when it comes to cordless drills. It has tons of power and an exceptionally impressive battery life, but we did wish that it included more than a single battery.

DeWalt 20V Max Compact Drill/Driver Kit DCD771C2

DeWalt 20V Max Compact Drill/Driver Kit DCD771C2

Although it finished close to the top of the group overall and floored us with its exceptional screw driving performance, this model couldn't quite contend with the slightly more...

Makita 18V LXT Brushless Cordless 1/2" Driver-Drill XFD14Z

Makita 18V LXT Brushless Cordless 1/2" Driver-Drill XFD14Z

This drill does exceptionally well at driving in fasteners and most drilling holes. It has a great battery life and is quite convenient and easy to use, though a bit on a heavy side.

Porter-Cable 20V Max 1/2 In. Drill/Driver Kit PCCK607LB

Porter-Cable 20V Max 1/2 In. Drill/Driver Kit PCCK607LB

While this cordless drill couldn't quite compete with the premium products, it still is an excellent all-around drill that costs quite a bit less. It still is a little more expensive than...

DeWalt 20V Max Compact Brushless Drill/Driver DCD777C2

DeWalt 20V Max Compact Brushless Drill/Driver DCD777C2

Just barely missing out on the top spot overall, this model is one of the most powerful cordless drills that we have tested to date. It's super burly, but its overall lackluster battery...

DeWalt Atomic 20V Max Brushless Compact 1/2 In. Drill/Driver Kit DCD708C2

DeWalt Atomic 20V Max Brushless Compact 1/2 In. Drill/Driver Kit DCD708C2

If you want the portability and compact size of a 12-volt drill but need the power of a higher voltage model, then this tool is an excellent choice.

Bosch 18 V Compact 1/2 In. Drill/Driver Kit GSR18V-190B22

Bosch 18 V Compact 1/2 In. Drill/Driver Kit GSR18V-190B22

Delivering an overall average performance, this model isn't our top recommendation by any means, but it definitely is far better than worst cordless drills we have seen.

Milwaukee M18 Compact 1/2" Drill Driver Kit 2606

Milwaukee M18 Compact 1/2" Drill Driver Kit 2606

With an all-metal chuck and plenty of power, the Milwaukee M18 is definitely a professional grade tool that can handle all the toughest jobs you throw at it. It couldn't quite claim the...

Milwaukee M12 Fuel 1/2" Drill Driver 2503

Milwaukee M12 Fuel 1/2" Drill Driver 2503

If you are looking for an impressive amount of power but want to stick with a 12-volt drill, this is a great and expensive option

Craftsman CMCS500B

Craftsman CMCS500B

This moderately priced 6 1/2" saw delivers reasonable performance though it is lacking in battery life and some modern ease of use features.

Milwaukee M18 Fuel 2853-20

Editors' Choice

Milwaukee M18 Fuel 2853-20

This cordless impact driver displays some of the highest degrees of performance that we've ever seen. It's powerful, it's fast, and it's compact.

KIMO 20V 13809S

KIMO 20V 13809S

While the Kimo is by no means a top-tier tool, it can handle simple DIY projects fairly well and includes a basic set of bits and drills to get you started, all while costing considerably...

Milwaukee M12 Fuel 2553-20

Editors' Choice

Milwaukee M12 Fuel 2553-20

This model is one of the best 12 volt impact drivers that we've gotten our hands on, and is the winner of our Editors' Choice award for this category.

Ryobi P238

Ryobi P238

Packing in plenty of power and speed, an average battery is the only thing that kept the Ryobi P238 from earning one of our awards. Still, if you already have a lot of Ryobi batteries, it...

Makita XDT13

Makita XDT13

This model impressed with its torque, speed, and battery life. It would be hard to find an impact driver that outperforms this tool.

DeWalt DCF809B Atomic

DeWalt DCF809B Atomic

We think the ATOMIC is a fairly run-of-the-mill tool with a decent amount of power and a so-so battery life. It is far from the worst impact we have tested to date but we think it has a...

Black+Decker 20V Max Impact Driver BDCI20C

Black+Decker 20V Max Impact Driver BDCI20C

Considering the price, we can't imagine a tool that offers the amount of performance as the BDCI20C. It isn't the greatest impact driver that we've used but it still gets the job done.

DeWalt DCF815S2 12V

DeWalt DCF815S2 12V

Overall, the DCF815S2 is very, very far from our favorite impact driver, scoring at the back of the pack overall. It fared very poorly in our speed and torque tests, which it paired with...

Bosch GDR18V

Bosch GDR18V

Finishing disappointingly low in the ranks, this 18-volt Bosch impact driver couldn't come close to matching the performance of the top-tier products in our assessment and was even...

Milwaukee M18 2850-20

Milwaukee M18 2850-20

The Milwaukee M18 is a solid impact driver with a burly all-metal chuck. It scored close to the top of the group in our speed and power tests but its fairly lackluster results in the...

DeWalt MAX XR DCF887B

DeWalt MAX XR DCF887B

Offering good performance at a slightly higher than average price, the DEWALT MAX XR DCF887 makes a great, if somewhat pricey, addition to any toolset.

Bosch PS41BN 12V

Bosch PS41BN 12V

The Bosch PS41 is a mini impact driver that can drive in smaller screw sizes without too much difficulty but can't come close to competing with the top-tier higher voltage tools.

Porter-Cable PCCK647

Porter-Cable PCCK647

The PCCK647 by PORTER-CABLE is an alright option that can handle most projects but can't compete with the high-end tools when it comes to speed and torque.

Ridgid R86038

Ridgid R86038

The Ridgid R86038 had final scores that were close to the top models, especially for torque, but wasn't quite on par with the award winners in our review.

Kobalt KID 324B-03

Kobalt KID 324B-03

This model offers some of the best performance of any impact driver that we've seen to date. It's fast, it's powerful, and it has a great battery life.

Buying Advice for Cordless Impact Drivers

Buying Advice for Cordless Impact Drivers

Struggling to pick out the perfect impact driver? Wondering why you even need one? We take a look at the different types available, what they are used for, and what features to look for...

Kobalt KCS 6524B-03

Editors' Choice

Kobalt KCS 6524B-03

If you need a capable saw that carries a long-lasting battery charge, you can't do better than the Kobalt KCS. The machine has decent ease of use features and well above average cutting...

Milwaukee M18 2631-20

Editors' Choice

Milwaukee M18 2631-20

The heavy-duty M18 leaves little to be desired in a saw. It will cut like a plug-in machine, and its robust battery will keep it up for a surprisingly long time. This saw also has accurate...

SKIL CR540601

SKIL CR540601

The SKIL offers cutting accuracy, moderate power, affordability, and a battery life that outlasts many more expensive products. On the whole, this saw will please skilled and novice users...

Makita XSS02Z

Makita XSS02Z

The Makita boasts cutting power but lacks reasonably long battery life as well as features that simplify setting the cut depth and angle

Porter-Cable PCC660

Porter-Cable PCC660

While the PORTER-CABLE's modest price tag may be appealing, the cut in cost is outweighed by the cut to performance.

DeWalt 20V MAX DCS570

DeWalt 20V MAX DCS570

The DEWALT is a proper framing saw with plenty of power and practical features. However, we were less than impressed with its battery life...

Ridgid R8653B

Ridgid R8653B

The Ridgid is packed with every conceivable ease of use feature. However, the saw's cutting power is underwhelming given its otherwise exceptional design.

Black+Decker BDCCS20B

Black+Decker BDCCS20B

This is a good little saw at a low cost. Just don't expect it to do any heavy lifting because it will let you down

Ryobi P507

Ryobi P507

The Ryobi isn't a professional-grade tool, but it's more than enough saw for the average DIYer. Plus, the modest price makes it a good point of entry for the layperson.

Bosch CCS180

Bosch CCS180

The 6 1/2" Bosch gave bland performances across all of our evaluations. The saw's battery life is so-so, the cutting power is just adequate, and the ease of use functionality could use...

How to Pick the Best Cordless Circular Saw

How to Pick the Best Cordless Circular Saw

Are you shopping for a cordless circular saw? This step-by-step buyer's guide has the answers to all your questions.

Ryobi P252

Ryobi P252

Meriting the Best Buy Award, the P252 by Ryobi is one of the best value options that you can buy. It performed quite well across the board and holds its own against drills that cost...

Makita XFD10R

Makita XFD10R

Even though the Makita XFD10R is priced like a top-tier drill, it struggles to compete with them and delivered an overall mediocre set of results in our test.

Ridgid R86009K

Ridgid R86009K

While we didn't have any major complaints with the performance of the Ridgid R86009K in our tests, it didn't quite compare to the top-tier tools that we have tested. Unfortunately, while...

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