12 Best Cordless Drill Drivers

Inexpensive version of the impactless drill driver from Hitachi, which weighs only one kilogram. Despite this, the performance remains at a very high level: the keyless chuck is able to work with drills with a diameter of 0.8 to 10 millimeters (for metal), idle speed at the peak can reach 1300 rpm, and the torque on the spindle can increase up to up to 36 Nm.

The voltage of the Hitachi DS10DAL lithium-ion battery is standard 10.8 V, and it takes a little over 40 minutes to fully recharge it.Among other things, as the advantages of the model in their reviews, users highlight the comfortable position of the handle in the hand when carrying out drilling work, the equipment (an additional battery + a durable case with a capacious organizer), as well as a well-mounted backlight that facilitates the use of a screwdriver in low visibility conditions.

The next place in the rating is the development of Japanese designers, the Makita DF330DWE hammerless drill/driver. Makita is considered one of the most popular brands of power tools. The quality and reliability of the Makita tool has been confirmed by millions of users around the world.

The Makita DF330DWE model is one of the most successful in the company's lineup. In our TOP-3, this is the best cordless screwdriver in terms of battery charge speed. From "zero" to a full charge takes only 30 minutes. True, in terms of power, the model is somewhat inferior to the leader, showing a maximum torque of 24 Nm. The device is sold in a very convenient and nice case. It is small in size, while everything you need fits without problems.

A distinctive feature of the model is the unique system of attenuation of the work area LED. The LED after releasing the trigger does not go out immediately, but gradually. The package includes two Li-Ion batteries with a capacity of 1.3 Ah.

User Reviews

Advantages: lightweight, reliable, convenient case, excellent design, capacious batteries, fast battery charging, backlight

Disadvantages: not powerful enough, poor cartridge quality, there is play

Video review Makita DF330DWE

The Metabo PowerMaxx BS Basic 2.0Ah x2 Case rightfully occupies the leading position in the ranking of the best cordless screwdrivers. The model is the best on several points at once:

1. The lightest screwdriver - the weight is only 800 grams. With such a tool, you will work for a long time without straining your hands.
2. The most powerful - the torque of the model is 34 Nm. For comparison, the closest competitor Makita DF330DWE shows only 24 Nm.
3. The most capacious battery is 2 Ah. It comes with two Li-Ion batteries. So you can work without recharging for a very long time. The best option for professional use.

It is also possible to use a bit without a cartridge - it will allow you to drill a hole or unscrew a screw from hard-to-reach places.

The birthplace of the Metabo brand is Germany, but production has been established in China. You should not pay special attention to this fact, since almost all popular screwdrivers are made today by the "Chinese".

Comes with a good set of bits, in a convenient case. Bits of medium quality, optimal for home use. For professional work, of course, it is better to buy more durable bits.

Metabo PowerMaxx BS Basic 2.0 is the best value for money, quality and functionality. Recommended!

User Reviews

Advantages: light and compact, capacious battery, excellent equipment, convenient case, it is possible to work without a cartridge

Disadvantages: there are small complaints about the quality of plastic, the handle is "thick"

Video review Metabo PowerMaxx

An interesting budget model of a universal screwdriver from a Chinese brand, which, in fact, has become a successor to the rather controversial Bort BAB-12-P device. Of all the advantages that this particular version is endowed with, one should highlight the fundamental change in the supply battery. And not just one: the kit includes two batteries, and not nickel, but lithium-ion, without memory effect. Now one full charge is enough for about four to five hours of work, and recharging takes no more than one hour. True, a small flaw was also found here: some users complain about the “unreliable” power supply, which starts to buzz when connected to the network.

Among the other "chips" of the model, one can single out the presence of a reverse, electric adjustment of the spindle speed, as well as the function of an engine brake as a measure to prevent accidents. The idle speed was 1350 per minute, and the maximum torque was 30 Nm. In general, a good tool for home use, moreover, for a very modest price.

VORTEX DA-18L-2K is a positive reflection of the experience gained from the pillars of the construction tool market, which has incorporated a number of point modifications to expand the scope of work performed. It is noteworthy that none of them concerns design solutions that can significantly increase the spindle speed (here it is 1250 rpm) and influence the torque (28 Nm). However, domestic masters nevertheless offered consumers an interesting option with the possibility of varying the number of revolutions over the entire allowable range in order to maintain the charge of an already not very capacious battery (only 1.3 Ah).

Perhaps the main mystery of the VORTEX DA-18L-2K design is where such an excess weight came from - 2.2 kilograms for a budget model with such characteristics, to put it mildly, a bit too much. Otherwise, there are no complaints about the screwdriver - the charging indicators are working properly, the backlight is really useful for some time, and the equipment covers all “near-operational” needs.

An inexpensive cordless screwdriver of Chinese origin, which is a kind of "workhorse" with low working conditions for everyday household needs. The main feature of the PATRIOT BR 201Li is a high-capacity battery (2 Ah) with a high voltage (20 V) and an ultra-fast charging function that takes only one hour.

From an operational point of view, this model does not present anything outstanding, at least in the most obvious indicators.At idle, the spindle produces up to 1350 revolutions per minute, while the torque barely reaches the round number, stopping at around 29 Nm. However, consumers express tacit agreement with the power indicators of the tool, noting good spot lighting, as well as the presence of a "survivable" fuse that blocks the power button.

The rating opens with a level model of a screwdriver from the German company Bosch, showing excellent power characteristics. According to consumers, the first months of operation of the GSR 180-LI 1.5Ah x2 Case pass without a single complaint: the two-speed device does an excellent job of drilling holes of small and large diameters (up to 35 mm for wood and up to 10 mm for metal), since the torque is 54 Nm allows such operations.

The main problem begins to manifest itself at the stage of long-term operation (from six months or more) and is expressed in the failure of the keyless chuck.On some specimens, beating begins to appear, which, of course, negatively affects the accuracy of the drilled hole. And if in irresponsible work on metal (taking into account the maximum diameter of the drill) such a fact is uncritical, then drilling on wood can cause a lot of trouble. As a screwdriver, the Bosch GSR 180-LI 1.5Ah is ideal without the slightest complaint.

A place of honor in the ranking of professional screwdrivers is occupied by AEG BS 18G2 Li-152C. The screwdriver was invented in Germany, but is currently made in China. The practice of locating production facilities in China is now applied by almost every brand of power tools.

What is the positive thing I would like to note in this screwdriver. Firstly, this is a maximum torque of 50 Nm - one of the best indicators in the ranking. Secondly, it is a very thoughtful ergonomics. So, in the case of a drill-driver there is a special socket for attaching bits. This allows you to keep the most commonly used bits close at hand, rather than putting them on the floor or in your pocket. Yes, maybe this gives additional weight to the instrument, but no one forces you to stack all the bits - just take 2 - 3 of the most popular ones for the current work.

It is also worth noting the presence of a keyless chuck, spot lighting and torque adjustment. AEG BS 18G2 Li-152C is made in a strict and somewhat aggressive design.

A clear disadvantage AEG BS 18G2, according to user reviews, is a weight of 1.8 kg. Otherwise, this is a great model. One of the best screwdrivers for professionals.

DeWalt Cordless Screwdriver is designed to meet the needs of any user in the professional field. Despite the increased dimensions of individual components, American developers managed to keep the weight of the product at 1.5 kilograms, which is the best indicator in the category. Parallel to this, the operating modes have been upgraded (relative to older versions): the spindle speed has increased to an impressive 2000 rpm, and the torque to 70 Nm. Thanks to these indicators, users have a unique opportunity to work with viscous and stubborn materials by drilling or screwing connecting elements into them (self-tapping screws, screws, etc.)

In addition to the above, a huge number of options and functions have been added to the DeWALT DCD791D2, ranging from the ability to control the speed of rotation and ending with the notorious reversal of rotation. It is also worth noting the brushless motor at the heart of the design - no problems with switching, and, consequently, an increased working life.

Not the most famous company in Russia, which not so long ago existed in the realities of a purely American market, presented to the court of domestic users a whole line of inexpensive cordless screwdrivers with a drill function. The most paradoxical in this selection was the BLACK+DECKER BDCDC18K, a mid-level model, but with a very specific set of performance characteristics. The maximum rotational speed here barely reaches 650 rpm, which imposes a number of restrictions on the possibility of drilling holes in dense metal. In this case, the torque on the chuck can increase up to 30 Nm, which in some cases allows you to use 10 mm drills.

Despite the strange configuration of operating parameters, the BLACK + DECKER BDCDC18K was very liked by buyers who saw in it the potential to perform everyday household functions (according to the vast majority of reviews). Ergonomics are at their best, the batteries last for a long time, all additional gadgets work properly - what else is needed for comfortable work?

There is a rather controversial opinion about the DeWALT DCD710C2 drill driver: on the one hand, this model has all the necessary characteristics for a home workshop tool, and not at the very entry level. On the other hand, the abundance of safety margin and constructive balance cannot atone for the scarcity of technical characteristics and rather high cost.

The whole essence of the claims converges on key operating parameters: the maximum number of spindle turns at idle and torque equal to 1500 rpm and 24 Nm. Such parameters will be quite enough to work with soft woods and thin sheet metal, which do not require much effort from the turning mechanism and, as a result, a large torque to rotate the chuck with a drill or with a bit for a screw. All the rest of the wealth of materials, alas, the screwdriver will not be able to refuse. Therefore, if the priority is purely light work, and the first place is the high operational reliability of the elements and the device itself, the DeWALT DCD710C2 is the best, but expensive option, and you should prepare for this in advance.

Another battery representative from Hitachi, based on the use of nickel-cadmium batteries with a high working life of capacitive plates. Despite the low speed (1200 rpm), DS18DVF3 produces 45 Nm of torque, which is enough to fully replace the drill in everyday life.

According to consumer reviews, this tool has a high impact resistance - the rubberized case perfectly protects the "insides" from mechanical damage, allowing you to survive falls from decent heights (3-5 meters). Of the characteristic advantages, good ergonomics and a fairly wide range of diameters of drilling tools supported by a chuck for drilling are also noted.Of the nuances, complaints about the low capacity of batteries most often pop up: for comfortable operation in the given modes, 1.4 Ah is still not enough.