The Best Cordless Electric Drills
A cordless electric drill is very handy around the house and indispensable on the job site. Cordless drills come in different power ranges with 12- to 14-volt inexpensive models good for occasional home use, and the more powerful 18-volt drills appropriate for daily or extended use. If you use your drill a lot, it is a good idea to spend some money for a top-rated, powerful drill. Does this Spark an idea?
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Panasonic EY6432GQKW
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The Panasonic EY6432GQKW is a highly rated drill for extensive homeowner use. The 15.6-volt drill has a high-capacity battery and a compact size to fit into tight places. The 1/2-inch keyless chuck (compared to the typical 3/8-inch) provides more flexibility. This Panasonic drill is for the homeowner who wants a professional-level tool. The price is about $190.
DeWalt DC720KA
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DeWalt tools are popular on the job site, and the DeWalt DC720KA is a high-rated, 18-volt drill. This 4.8-lb. drill puts out higher than average power at 410 watts. The DeWalt offers dual speeds, 1/2-inch ratcheting chuck, an LED light, and comes with two batteries. The compact size makes the drill easy to work with. The price will be in the $200 to $250 range.
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Ryobi One+ 18V Compact Drill
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The Ryobi One+ 18V P203 was labeled the Best Value in a December 2008 Popular Mechanics review of 10 cordless drills. That model has been replaced by the Ryobi One+ 18V P202 Compact Drill. This drill is 15 percent more compact, and the lithium-ion batteries provide 20 percent more power than Ni-Cad batteries. The Ryobi Compact Drill kit lists for $160.
Makita 18V BHP454
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The Makita 18V BHP454 was rated the Best Overall Drill in the December 2008 Popular Mechanics review. It was noted as one of the best power tools the testers had ever used. The drill uses lithium-ion batteries that can recharge in 30 minutes. The Makita has a hammer drill and driver modes as well as two separate speeds. Makita claims the battery can be recharged up to 2,000 times. This drill retails for about $300.
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