DIY & Tools — Power Drills (2026)

Pros

• 18V battery works across the Bosch Home & Garden range
• Hammer action copes with masonry walls
• Ships with 2 batteries and a carrying case

Cons

• Bulkier carrying case than a bare-unit drill

Pros

• Brushless motor for longer runtime and less wear
• Compact XR design reaches tight spots
• Supplied with a 5.0Ah battery, charger and case

Cons

• Higher price than hobbyist drills

Pros

• No battery to charge or replace
• Variable speed with lock-on switch and hammer action for masonry
• Affordable entry point for occasional DIY

Cons

• Mains lead limits reach outdoors
• Heavier than most cordless models

Pros

• Brushless motor and 2-speed gearbox for tradesperson-level performance
• Supplied with 2 x 5.0Ah batteries, fast charger and rugged Makpac stacking case
• Compact 182mm length reaches tight stud and joist spaces

Cons

• Highest price point of the drills in this range

Pros

• 2-speed gearbox with 24 clutch settings for precise control
• Body-only option works with any battery in the Ryobi ONE+ range
• Compact size and LED work light for tight, dim spaces

Cons

• Battery and charger sold separately for first-time Ryobi ONE+ buyers

Pros

• Cheapest way into a hammer drill for occasional masonry jobs
• Compact, lightweight body is easy to handle in tight spaces
• Keyed chuck holds bits securely for wood, metal and masonry

Cons

• Mains lead limits reach outdoors
• No case included

Pros

• Brushless motor gives longer runtime and less wear on heavy use
• Compact body reaches tight stud and joist spaces
• Body-only option runs on any battery in the Milwaukee M18 range

Cons

• Battery and charger sold separately for first-time M18 buyers

Pros

• Affordable entry into the Bosch 18V Home & Garden battery system
• Lightweight body suited to shelving, flat-pack and general household jobs
• Bare-unit option keeps cost down if you already own a Bosch 18V battery

Cons

• No battery or charger included

Pros

• Brushless motor delivers 80Nm torque for masonry and heavy-duty jobs
• Compatible with the wider Einhell Power X-Change battery system
• 20-level torque adjustment plus hammer function in one tool

Cons

• Bare unit — battery and charger sold separately

Pros

• G-Series colour-coded design makes battery swaps quick and simple
• Supplied with 2 batteries, charger and a 74-piece bit set in a carry case
• Two-speed gearbox handles both fast driving and high-torque drilling

Cons

• Fewer accessories compatible than the mainstream Makita LXT range

Pros

• Brushless motor and metal chuck outperform entry-level combi drills
• 55Nm hard torque copes with masonry and dense timber
• Supplied with 2 x 5.0Ah batteries and an L-Case carry case

Cons

• Heavier than a compact 12V driver for one-handed jobs

Pros

• SDS+ chuck and 4 modes handle drilling, hammer drilling and chiselling
• Compact L-shaped design gets close to the work in tight spots
• Runs on any battery in the Ryobi ONE+ range

Cons

• Heavier than a standard combi drill due to the hammer mechanism

Pros

• Affordable way into an 18V cordless driver for flat-pack and shelving jobs
• LED work light and keyless chuck aid visibility and quick bit changes
• 2-speed gearbox suits both driving and drilling

Cons

• No hammer action for masonry work

Pros

• Brushless motor gives longer runtime and less wear
• Hammer action copes with masonry as well as wood and metal
• Body-only price lets you reuse existing Erbauer 18V batteries

Cons

• Battery and charger sold separately

Pros

• Two batteries included so you can keep working while one charges
• Budget-friendly way into an 18V cordless system
• Forward/reverse and variable speed trigger for everyday DIY tasks

Cons

• Less powerful than a brushless tradesperson drill

Pros

• Compact 18V driver suited to everyday household drilling and driving
• Lightweight body reduces fatigue on overhead or repetitive jobs
• Two-speed gearbox covers both drilling and fastening tasks

Cons

• Less torque than a brushless combi drill for heavy masonry work

Pros

• 15 clutch positions plus a drill setting for precise fastening
• Body-only option runs on any Worx Power Share 20V battery
• Compact and light for one-handed use on ladders or overhead

Cons

• Battery and charger sold separately

Pros

• 750W motor with hammer action tackles masonry, wood and metal
• Variable speed and reverse for control across a wide range of jobs
• No battery to charge, so always ready for longer jobs

Cons

• Mains lead limits reach on outdoor or loft work

Pros

• Brushless motor squeezes full-size power from a compact 12V platform
• Body-only option suits owners already on the Milwaukee M12 battery system
• All-metal chuck and gearbox built for daily trade use

Cons

• Battery and charger sold separately

Pros

• Ergonomic slim grip is comfortable for one-handed use
• Ships with 2 batteries so one always stays on charge
• 18V system shares batteries across the Bosch Home & Garden range

Cons

• Lower torque than trade-focused combi drills

Pros

• Affordable way into the Einhell Power X-Change battery system
• LED work light helps in dim cupboards and lofts
• Complete set includes battery and charger, ready to use out of the box

Cons

• 35Nm torque is modest for masonry or dense hardwood

Pros

• Syneon chip electronics adapt torque automatically to the material
• Lightweight body reduces fatigue on overhead or repetitive jobs
• Single 18V battery keeps the price down versus twin-battery kits

Cons

• No hammer action, so unsuitable for masonry drilling

Pros

• 2-speed transmission and 40Nm torque handle drilling and driving alike
• Batteries work across the whole Einhell Power X-Change tool range
• 64-piece accessory set covers most first-time DIY jobs out of the box

Cons

• Torque is lower than premium brushless combi drills

Pros

• 246 pieces covers HSS, wood, masonry bits, screwdriver bits and hole saws in one case
• Compartmentalised storage case keeps every size organised
• Good value way to equip a drill for mixed DIY jobs

Cons

• Masonry and hole saw bits are entry-level rather than trade-grade

Pros

• 32 bits cover the common Phillips, Pozi, hex and Torx head types
• Compact case fits neatly in a drill bag or toolbox drawer
• Reliable Bosch accessory quality at a budget price

Cons

• No magnetic holder included for extra bit retention

Pros

• S2 steel bits hold up well under repeated impact driver use
• Magnetic 1/4-inch bit holder keeps bits seated during driving
• Socket adapter extends use to hex-shank sockets

Cons

• Storage case latch feels flimsy compared with branded sets