Cordless Drill reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 446 Reddit reviews across 25 subreddits and 41 posts to rank the best Cordless Drill brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/DIY, r/HomeImprovement, r/Tools, r/Construction, r/DIYUK. Top-rated brands include Ryobi (4.1/5), Milwaukee (4.6/5), DeWalt (4.4/5).
Stats
Reviews446
Subreddits25
Posts41
Brands28
Products80
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#1
Ryobi
4.1
(129)
"Ryobi is their batteries are often on real sale making their system a great deal less expensive than the others. Plus their line of tool are unmatched."
"For under $150 you can buy a kit with a drill, impact driver, reciprocating saw and circular saw, with batteries and a carrying case. That will do 90% of what you'll ever need."
"I remodeled my entire house with a Ryobi brushless tools. They have served me well."
"Wait for a sale and get a 5-6 tool package from blue or orange. Black Friday specials are amazing."
"Spring for the nicer Ryobi brushless HP line. For other tools it might not be as critical to have their best, but those will be your primary tools."
"Hands down Ryobi for homeowners. Their ecosystem is unmatched with 300+ products on the same platform."
"I went with ryobi and have 12 batteries, 6 chargers and every tool I've needed after almost 10 years in my house."
"Ryobi one+ 18v is a fantastic platform to buy into. For the jobs you’re describing, they’ll handle them no problem."
"I've got the Ryobi 18V."
"For most homeowners Ryobi offers tremendous value."
#2
Milwaukee
4.6
(96)
"I also have Milwaukee M12 Fuel stuff and I rarely touch the Ryobi stuff anymore. It's PLENTY powerful and much smaller and lighter to carry around."
"Milwaukee is the absolute king of tools when it comes to tearing things down and apart."
"Milwaukee M12 Fuel."
"100% Milwaukee M12 Fuel. I started with the impact driver, then the oscillating tool, and if I didn't already have a Bosche Professional drill I'd have opted for the M12 Fuel Hammer Drill."
"Milwaukee is the best but the cost reflects that."
"For basic homeowner stuff get a 12v system like Milwaukee M12, Bosch, or Dewalt. They have far more power than you’ll ever need for projects inside the house."
"I have all Milwaukee because it is awesome, but get whatever brand you want to stick with for the other tools you will inevitably get in the future."
"Go with Milwaukee simply because they have such a wide variety of other tools."
"The fuel versions of the Milwaukee tools are great for pro usage."
"M18 fuel by Milwaukee."
#3
DeWalt
4.4
(72)
"I second the Dewalt 20V Max line. It almost makes a corded drill unnecessary if you have a bigger battery."
"I use Dewalt or Milwaukee. Their both affordable but professional."
"For $120 splurge and get the dewalt. The power and performance difference is so worth it."
"I've been buying Dewalt as I replace my tools. Been very satisfied with their products!"
"Love my Dewalt- and the cost isn't so bad to replace. Batteries last forever."
"Nothing takes a beating like Dewalt. I dropped my 4 year old Sawzall off a 20 foot cliff, it hit the ground, and tumbled another 20 feet. It worked fine for 6 more years."
"I've ABUSED drills. Previously and still do have DeWalt xrs. Things a beast."
"I feel DeWalt and Milwaukee are the two that are generally defect quality and sold all across America."
"The battery life is great."
"I can’t go lower again. Far superior."
#4
Makita
4.5
(46)
"Makita - I bought a twin hammer drill and driver set when I bought my house, which needed major renovation, and fifteen years later I'm still using it. Only replaced batteries in that time"
"Makita is my personal favorite."
"I ended up going with Makita years ago for light duty work around the house 8+ years ago, and the drill is still holding up great."
"For homeowners, Makita is buy it once have it for ever."
"Makita or Milwaukee are the best if money is no object…but if you’re on a budget, just get Ryobi."
"Try and find a Makita owner that ever had to replace their drill....ever."
"Only from too many r/ opinions it seems Makita will last the longest."
"I have a Makita power drill and a Ryobi impact driver."
"I've had Makita LXT since day 1."
"My Makita brushless has been holding up pretty well."
#5
Bosch
4.4
(24)
"The Bosch 12V brushless drill/driver has some of the best ergonomics out there. Highly recommended."
"Bosch Blue or Makita. Either one will last for 50k screws / drill holes."
"I've abused my Bosche for over a decade on the original batteries."
"They have been truly great, I finished my entire basement with them."
"I love my 18 V Bosch cordless drill."
"I had the Bosch 12v system for over a decade and it was an absolute pleasure to use every time."
"Love my 12v Bosch. Way lighter than big guys."
"I run Bosch 12v mostly and 18 volt when I need something bigger."
"I have the brushed Bosch 12v drill and impact and I grab them before any of my others."
"I've been through all brands of cordless drills, and I always stick to Bosch."
#6
Ridgid
4.3
(21)
"I've had Ridgid for 10 years and have used that battery warranty 3 times. Tools have all held up after constant use. 100% Ridgid all the way."
"Home Depot - Ridgid line. Register for the Lifetime Service Agreement and both tool and battery are covered for life."
"I like Ridgid, I had a good experience with their lifetime warranty."
"If you buy RIGID from Home Depot you can sometimes qualify for a lifetime warranty."
"RIDGID. Lifetime warranty - which includes batteries."
"I ended up with a rigid kit that came with like 5 tools even though I only needed a drill."
"Ridgid tools has a ‘Lifetime Service Agreement’ on all their hand and power tools."
"Ridgid's website says something like "we have over 30 top rated battery powered tools." Meanwhile, Ryobi, DeWalt, Milwaukee have hundreds."
"I went with the Rigid product line up because the tools and the batteries have a lifetime warranty if you buy them from home depot and register them within 90 days."
"Ridgid. Bought mine 15 years ago because a friend of mine liked the 'lifetime' warranty."
#7
Hilti
4.4
(8)
"Boss got me a Hilti set like 6 years ago. Cordless recip, impact, power drill, radio, chargers and batteries. They're starting to wear but damn. Well worth the extra bucks."
"Hilti is the best I’ve used, but insanely expensive haha Otherwise Milwaukee or DeWalt are always good options."
"Top tier is Hilti."
"Hilti or Festool 4 speed drill."
"God tier- Hilti, festool, snap on."
"My go to bit is a 7/8 x 18 ship's auger."
"Hilti is Hilti because of their QC, and build quality."
"I didn't think the impacts or drivers were very good or powerful and Hilti's warranty is atrocious."
#8
Bauer
4.4
(7)
"You can’t beat the price or the warranty on the tools or the batteries."
"Ever since I started down the Bauer path, I've been a Bauer Boy."
"Bauer drills at harbor freight are awesome ($70)."
"Great for most people and can handle a beating without breaking the bank."
"I would go with Bauer from harbor freight if you really want to save money."
"I have a full set of Bauer tools from harbor freight and they have all been solid."
"If you're set on a HFT brand then go with Bauer simply for the fact that there are so many more tool options that will work with the same battery."
#9
Hercules
4.2
(5)
"Best bang for your buck, best warranty ANYWHERE."
"I trust Hercules tools more if you’re going to abuse them. I’ve seen Hercules tools in a mechanic shop."
"I don’t think Ryobi is a step up from the Hercules brand of harbor freight. It is a step up from the Bauer brand at Harbor freight, but the Hercules brand is their professional line and actually very solid."
"I have used DeWalt and Milwaukee and while both are fine drills.... I now use the Hercules brand from Harbor Freight and I'm happy."
"If you're looking for a bang for your buck drill, get a Hercules from harbor freight during a sale."
#10
Dewalt
4.8
(4)
"I've had the DEWALT Compact for years and it's yet to let me down. It's perfect for DIY projects around the house."
"I think this Dewalt model would be a solid choice. It's known for its durability and drilling force, perfect for your needs."
"Best cordless drill/driver is going to be the Dewalt DCD998."
"Dewalt compact. $100 for the set."
#11
Kobalt
4.3
(4)
"Kobalt has been the best!! Never need to worry if something will work."
"I've switched to kobalt drills because the batteries were stupid cheap."
"I personally run kobalt and makita."
"Kobalt from lowes is pretty good."
#12
Ozito
4.0
(4)
"Another vote for ozito. A few years ago I got a drill and hammer drill set for around $200 from Bunnings."
"Ozito at $129 (if they restock it). Drill, impact driver, 3.0ah battery + charger."
"Personally I have really good experiences with Ozito tools."
"Turns out they are pretty good. We just went out and bought 4 of the brushless hammer drills."
#13
Rigid
4.3
(3)
"They are a very good quality and will last a long time."
"Personally I have plenty of Rigid tools. Good prices and the lifetime warranty."
"If Rigid still has the lifetime warranty, then it's great. If not Makita or Milwaukee."
#14
Black and Decker
3.3
(3)
"I've had a $30 Black and Decker cordless drill that I have absolutely abuse for the last 7+ years and the thing won't die."
"I used black and decker before"
"Don't get Black and Decker. Garbage."
#15
Metabo
5.0
(2)
"I took a gamble and switched everything over to Metabo and I haven't looked back since."
"Their 3 speed drills go to 3800 RPM, about twice as fast as any other mainstream drill."
#16
HOTO
5.0
(2)
"The drill is so lightweight it’s easy to use for all my decor hanging and furniture assembly needs!"
"The drill is so sturdy and lightweight it’s easy to use for all my decor hanging and furniture assembly needs!"
#17
Craftsman
5.0
(2)
"I recently bought a 20 volt Craftsman set for my barn so I didn't keep pulling my van tools out. It is amazing!!!! Love the drill and impact."
"I got an impact drill (both Craftsman so I can swap the batteries) when we needed to replace our fence and I literally use the impact drill for everything now. So much easier than the regular drill."
#18
6H-22A
4.0
(2)
"We use 2 6H-22A's when working on steel tanks."
"I have a 6H-22A. I have only had it for a few months but I dont have anything bad to say."
#19
Skil
4.0
(2)
"The Skil 20 volt I bought into has a lot of choices for the same battery."
"Skil has a nice combo set that I really like."
#20
Parkside
3.5
(2)
"Lidl’s Parkside is a great shout if cost is a factor."
"Parkside if you want to go cheap, makita if you want to go expensive."
#21
Metabo HPT
5.0
(1)
"It’s 36V, over 1200 inlbs of torque, and has a great all metal Rohm chuck."
#22
Einhell
4.0
(1)
"For general DIY I’d go with Einhell. I’ve been very happy."
#23
Black & Decker
4.0
(1)
"I am a fan of the Black and Decker 20v max line. I bought the drill first, with a couple of batteries. Now I have the reciprocating saw, jigsaw, hedge trimmer, blower, circle saw."
#24
Porter-Cable
4.0
(1)
"I bought a kit from Costco of all Porter-Cable cordless tools. Included a drill, impact drill, circular saw, sander, sawsall and a few other tools."
#25
Hyper Tough
4.0
(1)
"Punches above its weight."
#26
Avid
4.0
(1)
"I've been running this Avid Impact about a year, I'm a fulltimer."
#27
AEG
4.0
(1)
"I’ve been buying second hand AEG 18 volt stuff off Trade Me."
#28
Milwaukee M18 Drill
2.0
(1)
"I got a Milwaukee M18 drill a couple of years ago and even with my light, home usage, its already broken."
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