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Welcome to Cordless Drill Reviews where you can find the best cordless drill for your money.

We have expert ratings and reviews on over 100 drills, impact drivers, and cordless screwdrivers including DeWalt, Bosch, Makita, Milwaukee, Hitachi and more.

Only the elite make it to our Best Cordless Drill list. See why these drills and drivers are a great value... Compare Cordless Drill Ratings on the top drills and drivers. Know the pros and cons before you buy... The Makita BTD144 is our top-rated driver. Read about it in our Impact Driver Reviews...
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How to Choose the Best Cordless Drill

If you'd like to learn more about how to choose a drill that meets your needs and budget, simply follow the 3 easy steps…


Step 1 – Select the Type of Drill You Need

The most common types of cordless power drills are summarized below. Select the drill that best fits your needs.

Drill Driver - The most common power tool in a Do-It-Yourself tool box is the Drill Driver. It drills holes and drives screws. If you don’t already have a cordless drill, the versatile Drill Driver is probably the best tool to start with.

Hammer Drill - Will you frequently drill into brick or concrete? Hammer Drills combine drilling and hammer action, delivering thousands of blows per minute (BPM) that pulverizes masonry easier than a Drill Driver. See our Hammer Drill Reviews

Cordless Screwdriver - For easy jobs like outlet covers, wall pictures, or barbecue grills, consider a Cordless Screwdriver. These electric screwdrivers are small, light-weight, and convenient to use. See our Cordless Screwdriver Reviews

Impact Driver – If you need to drive large lag screws or heavy-duty fasteners, the Impact Driver is for you. It serves up about 3 to 4 times more torque than a Drill Driver, making driving so much easier. See our Impact Driver Reviews

Power Drill - We’re all about cordless here at Cordless Drill Reviews. But we have to admit that an inexpensive, corded Power Drill is still the best tool for those jobs requiring a lot of raw power.

Screw Gun – Do you need to hang drywall, install subflooring, or build a deck? Screw Guns allow you to repeatedly drive screws and countersink holes to a desired depth. They can even auto-feed the screws into the drill.

Right Angle Drill - For working in close quarters, a Right Angle Drill can be the best cordless drill for you. This drill is especially beneficial for electrical, plumbing, and cabinetry work when drilling in hard to access areas.


Step 2 – Select Your Voltage Level

Every drill we evaluate at Cordless Drill Reviews is assigned to one of the following user categories. Select the voltage level that best describes the projects you have in mind.

User Min Volt Max Volt Projects
Renter 9.6V 12V - Drill holes and drive screws in wood
- Install blinds and curtain rods
- Hang pictures and light fixtures
- Assemble furniture and appliances
Homeowner 12V 14.4V - Perform general home maintenance
- Drill holes, drive screws in wood
- Drill holes in metal
- Weekend DIY projects
DIYer 14.4V 18V - Serious DIY projects
- Home remodeling and deck building
- Wood-working and furniture building
- Uses large spade bits and hole saws
- Drives large lag bolts and fasteners
Professional 18V 24V - General trades
- Plumbers, electricians, carpenters
- Heavy duty drilling and fastening
- Durability & performance is critical
- Tough jobsite conditions


Step 3 – Read the Best Cordless Drill Reviews

Now that you know the type of drill and voltage level you need, the final step is to check ratings and read reviews:


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Best Cordless Drill
See our Best Cordless Drill list. Check ratings and read reviews on over 75 drills.

Cordless Drill Ratings
Cordless drill ratings on over 75 popular drills. Includes Makita, Bosch, DeWalt, Milwaukee and more.

18V Cordless Drill Review and Ratings
Find the best 18V cordless drill for your money. See our ratings and reviews on over 25 18V drills including Makita, Bosch, DeWalt and more.

14.4V Drill Reviews and Ratings
Looking for the best 14.4V drill? See our ratings and reviews on over 15 14.4V cordless drills including Makita, Bosch, DeWalt and more.

12V Drill Reviews and Ratings
We can help you choose the best 12V drill. See our ratings, specs, and reviews on 12V cordless drills including Makita, Bosch, DeWalt and more.

Compact Drill Reviews and Ratings - Best Compact Drill
Select the best compact drill. See our ratings, specs, and reviews on Makita, Bosch, DeWalt, Hitachi and more.

Hammer Drill Reviews and Ratings
Choose the best cordless hammer drill for your money. See our ratings, specs, and reviews on 15 of the best hammers including Bosch, DeWalt, Milwaukee, and more.

Cordless Screwdriver Reviews - Best Cordless Screwdriver Ratings
See our cordless screwdriver reviews and ratings. Find the best cordless screwdriver for you. We analyze Milwaukee, Panasonic, Hitachi, Makita and more.

Impact Driver Reviews & Ratings - Best Impact Driver
Use our impact driver reviews, scores, and ratings to select the best impact driver. We analyze Makita, Bosch, DeWalt, and Milwaukee.

Cordless Tool Combo Reviews & Ratings
See our cordless tool combo reviews and ratings on over 40 of the top rated combo kits including Makita, DeWalt, Bosch, and more.

Black and Decker Drill Reviews and Ratings
Which is the best Black and Decker drill? Reviews, ratings, and comparisons.

Bosch Cordless Drill Reviews - Best Bosch Drill
What's the best Bosch cordless drill? Reviews, analysis, and comparisons.

Craftsman Cordless Drill Reviews - Best Craftsman Drill
Craftsman cordless drill reviews, ratings, and comparisons with Black and Decker, Bosch, DeWalt, Makita, and more.

DeWalt Cordless Drill Reviews - Best DeWalt Drill
See our DeWalt cordless drill reviews and ratings. Find out which DeWalt drills are on our Best Cordless Drill list.

Hitachi Cordless Drill Reviews - Best Hitachi Drill
What's the best Hitachi cordless drill? Reviews, analysis, and comparisons.

Makita Cordless Drill Reviews - Best Makita Drill
Which is the best Makita cordless drill? Reviews and recommendations.

Milwaukee Cordless Drill Reviews - Best Milwaukee Drill
What's the best Milwaukee cordless drill? Reviews, analysis, and comparisons.

Panasonic Cordless Drill Reviews - Best Panasonic Drill
What's the best Panasonic cordless drill? Reviews, analysis, and comparisons.

Porter Cable Cordless Drill Reviews - Best Porter Cable Drill
Which is the best Porter Cable cordless drill? Reviews, ratings, and comparisons.

Ridgid Cordless Drill Reviews - Best Ridgid Drill
Which is the best Ridgid cordless drill? Reviews, ratings, and comparisons.

Ryobi Cordless Drill Reviews - Best Ryobi Drill
Which is the best Ryobi cordless drill? Reviews, ratings, and comparisons.

Skil Cordless Drill Reviews - Best Skil Drill
Skil cordless drill reviews, ratings, and comparisons with Black and Decker, Bosch, DeWalt, Makita, and more.

Cordless Drills Buying Guides
Learn how to compare cordless drills with our Buying Guides. Tips and advice on what to look for.

Cordless Drill Comparison
Browse the cordless drill comparison tables and view ratings and prices on over 75 drills. Select those drills you'd like to learn more about.

Best-Selling Cordless Drill
What;s the best-selling cordless drill? See our review of the top-5 and find out why these drills are so popular with users.


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