Value - Outstanding value, priced significantly lower than the average 12V drill.
Weight - Weighs 3.3 lbs, a little lighter than average.
Satisfaction - Rated 4.5 of 5 stars by many satisfied users.
CORDLESS DRILL WEAKNESSES
Speed - Speed is sufficient for many applications, but 18% less than average.
Run-time - NiCd battery run-time is adequate, but 19% shorter than average. Batteries can be recharged in just 30 min.
Cordless Drill Performance Comparison:
DS12DVF3
Average 12V
Power
230 in-lbs torque
245 in-lbs torque
Speed
1,050 RPM
1,285 RPM
Weight
3.3 lbs
3.4 lbs
Battery
1.4 Ah
1.7 Ah
Hitachi DS12DVF3 Ratings:
A-Excellent B-Very Good C-Good D-Fair F-Poor
Durability
Rating
Above Average
Top 5 Rank
Below Average
Low 5 Rank
Power
B-
-
-
6%
-
Speed
C+
-
-
18%
Yes
Weight
B+
2%
-
-
-
Battery
C+
-
-
19%
-
Rating
Transmission
Sleeve
Motor Brushes
Warranty
Durability
A
Metal/Nylon
Plastic
Internal
5-Year
Hitachi DS12DVF3 User Reviews:
Overall User Rating
- 4.5 of 5 Stars
Favorable Reviews - 26
Critical Reviews - 4
verall the batteries charge fast, the cradle has an indicator, and it's always been there for me between charges when I've needed it. Good buy for home fixes.
Great lightweight drill for hardware install's
The Hitachi gets the basics done and I have no complaints after 1 month of use.
so again, around the house is probably fine. very light weight, quick charge.
Very satisfied so far with this light weight drill. Easy to handle and good power.
Very impressed with the quality of this drill. Plenty strong for homeowner use.
Very impressed
The drill is small, comfortable, easy to handle and has good power.
This drill is a real winner. I love the power of this drill.
This drill is a nice all around drill for average every day tasks but the chuck is extremely annoying.
Highly recommended for ease of use, quality and durability. Even the flashlight comes in handy!
I have not had my Hitachi 12 v codless drill very long, but so far it has worked according to expectations.
Best in class
Sold me power drill that died after 2 light uses. Stay away from Reconditioned Sales!
I have owned this drill combo since last december(2007) and i am very impressed with it! for the price you cant beat it!
This is my second Hitachi 12v drill and my fifth cordless drill overall. Needless to say I am sold on the quality of this drill.
High-Quality, Low Price, Compares to Dewalt / Makita / Bosch but for close to 1/2 the price
this combo kit is great! just like everyone says
This product is made by one of the finest Japanese firm.
This little bugger is powerful, well-balanced, extremely compact, and a pleasure to use.
It is small and light and that's the best part.
This drill is light weight, yet very powerful.
I spent a lot of time researching a light-weight drill to use for my small duty tasks and projects. The Hitachi 12v fit the bill perfectly.
