Speed - One of the top-5 impact drivers for speed. Runs up to 2,800 RPM, about 10% faster than average.
Batteries - NiCd batteries produce 10% longer than average time between charges. Batteries can be recharged in just 30 minutes.
Impact - Higher than average impact rate, delivers up to 3,200 IPM.
Features - Multi-position LED work-light, reversible tool-hook, and quick-release hex drive.
Durability - All-metal gears, aluminum housing, externally accessed motor brushes, and backed by Bosch's 3-year tool and 2-year battery warranty.
Satisfaction - Rated 4.6 of 5 stars by satisfied users.
IMPACT DRIVER WEAKNESSES
Weight - Weighs 4.5 lbs, about 1.0 lb heavier than average.
Performance Comparison:
23618
Average 18V Driver
Power
1350 in-lbs torque
1410 in-lbs torque
Speed
2,800 RPM
2,545 RPM
Weight
4.5 lbs
3.6 lbs
Battery
2.4 Ah
2.2 Ah
Impact
3,200 IPM
3,125 IPM
Bosch 23618 Ratings:
A-Excellent B-Very Good C-Good D-Fair F-Poor
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Rating
Above Average
Top 5 Rank
Below Average
Low 5 Rank
Power
B-
-
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4%
-
Weight
C-
-
-
24%
Yes
Speed
A+
10%
Yes
-
-
Battery
B+
9%
-
-
-
Impact
B+
2%
-
-
-
Bosch 23618 User Reviews:
Overall User Rating
- 4.6 of 5 Stars
Favorable Reviews - 8
Critical Reviews - 1
I have purchased this impact driver a little while ago and very happy with it and recommend it to anyone.
I own this and love it...I have driven 3.5 inch drywall screws thru treated wood, makes you say wow. Great product would highly recommend
I have owned several impactors and used others this is by far the best. Great torque and stamina.
This drill has some serious torque. It prevents stripping screw heads
and for its size and weight it outdoes the heavier bulky non impactor
cordless drills.
Here are 3 major problems with this drill. 1) batteries will not charge in cold weather. 2)Tool clip will not hang effectivly. 3) Will not survive a 10' drop.
Amazing driver...I was told to get one of this by a carpenter friend...All I can say is, it drives screws like nothing you ever used with no spinout.
I have been using the driver for building and remodeling. It drives through new wood, old wood, and sheet metal very fast with a lot of power...I strongly recommend this drill.
It will sink a three inch screw, through a couple of pressure treated 2x12's, as if you were cutting butter with a knife..... the Best.
This is the top of the line impact driver from Bosh and it has worked great! I was able to drive a 3" drywall screws through a 2/4, sheetrock and into the stud without a pilot hole and very little resistance or cam out.
