Whats your favorite cordless drill?

[Donnyb748]

So im in the market for a new cordless drill... Ill be using it for work (condo maintenance), & my upcoming 5th gen complete teardown build. Im leaning towards an18volt lithium-ion. But as far as brands go, im trying to get some opinions. Ive always been a makita guy, but open to trying something new..btw, im thinking lightweight as well, as ill be toting it alot. plmk what u like & why. Thanks!

[BMBaccord]

I have had very good experience with Dewalt cordless drills. 12v, 14.4v and 18v are all impressive.

[namegoeshere]

DeWalt or Hilti.

[Honda446]

DeWalt or Makita....but DeWalt seems to be easier to find lately.

[RTexasF]

Makita

[GuidoCoupeV6]

I agree Dewalt or Makita both very expensive for alot of closet time if your not gonna use them - but i voted dewalt based on popularity seems every house i go to has one in the garage or basement -

I was just given a Ryobi with 2 batteries charger etc. basically the works, thing is a work horse, maybe not the top dawg in terms of cordless (this being my first one) but it def does the job for everyday around the house kinda stuff - batteries hold a good charge too!

[Donnyb748]

Originally Posted by GuidoCoupeV6

I agree Dewalt or Makita both very expensive for alot of closet time if your not gonna use them - but i voted dewalt based on popularity seems every house i go to has one in the garage or basement -

I was just given a Ryobi with 2 batteries charger etc. basically the works, thing is a work horse, maybe not the top dawg in terms of cordless (this being my first one) but it def does the job for everyday around the house kinda stuff - batteries hold a good charge too!

Well being that ill be using it daily for work, closet time wont be an issue. I work on alot of jacuzzi tubs, & each one has aprox 30 screws that have to be removed to access the pump/guts area, & then all 30 have to be re-screwed in. sometimes I do 3-5 of these per day. & other general use for maintenance/carpentry/etc. Battery life, torque, durability, & weight are my main concerns

[Artema]

I voted Makita, but I haven't owned many of them. Black & Decker was terrible.

[GenXer]

I've heard good things about Makita and I have a Dewalt myself. You probably won't go wrong with either of them. Get one with 2 li-ion batteries and you are set.

[lysol]

MAKITA!!! HAHA

U gotta scroll down toward the bottom

http://www.eatliver.com/i.php?n=7401

[Donnyb748]

Pretty effin funny lysol!
But seriously, I see its a close race between makita vs dewalt. Gonna hold out for some fathers day sales, & see whats the best,deal

[Donnyb748]

Ok so, I made my order today. Decided on good ole makita. Amazon had this 18v lithium-ion set which includes the drill, an impact, 2 batts & charger all for $199 with free shipping. Thanks for all the input & let yall know what I think when I get it in hand in,a few days...

[Artema]

That's nuts. My Makita, granted, many years ago, was about that price with one battery and no impact.

[Donnyb748]

Originally Posted by Artema

That's nuts. My Makita, granted, many years ago, was about that price with one battery and no impact.

I know right? Seems like a great deal. plus amazon has great return policy. Heres the link:

Amazon

Amazon

[Honda446]

shouldn't this thread be titled: What's your favorite ACCordless Drill? :p