What are the best-reviewed cordless drills from popular brands like DeWalt, Bosch, and Makita?

Compact brushless 20V drill from DeWalt's ATOMIC line with a 2-speed transmission, 1/2 in ratcheting chuck, LED work light, and up to 404 UWO of power; sold as a kit that includes a 2.0 Ah battery and charger. It's designed for tight spaces and general drilling and driving tasks for homeowners and pros needing a lightweight, high-retention chuck drill.

The Makita XFD16 is an 18V brushless 1/2 in driver-drill delivering 970 in.lbs. of max torque with a 2-speed transmission (0-550 / 0-1,800 RPM). It features an all-metal 1/2 in self-ratcheting chuck, XPT dust/water resistance, LED lights, and a compact ergonomic body that weighs about 4.65 lbs with a 5.0 Ah battery.

Brushless 20V XR 1/2 in. hammer drill with a 3-speed transmission, anti-rotation safety system, and a 1/2 in. ratcheting nitro-carburized metal chuck; available as tool-only or kit with an 8.0 Ah battery. It's aimed at professionals and serious DIYers who need high torque for large-diameter holes and durable all-metal transmission construction.

Brushless 18V SDS-plus rotary hammer delivering 1.9 Ft.-Lbs. impact energy, kickback control, electronic precision control, and vibration control for light to medium concrete work. Available as bare tool or in kits with CORE18V batteries and charger; compact and relatively lightweight for a cordless rotary hammer. Suits pros needing cordless concrete drilling with dust-extraction compatibility.

Compact, brushless 20V XR drill/driver kit with a 1/2 in metal ratcheting chuck, two 4 Ah batteries, 2-speed gearbox (0-650 / 0-2000 RPM), and anti-rotation safety system. Designed for professional users needing higher power and longer runtime in a compact form factor.

Brushless 18V hammer driver-drill with a compact 7 in head, 2-speed transmission, and an all-metal 1/2 in chuck; delivers 1250 in-lbs of max torque and up to 31,500 BPM for masonry. Sold as a bare tool for users who already have Makita 18V LXT batteries, it balances high torque and compact size for demanding drilling and fastening tasks.

Compact 40V max XGT brushless hammer driver-drill delivering 585 in-lb of max torque, two-speed settings (0-550 and 0-2,200 RPM), XPT dust/water resistance, and two 2.5 Ah batteries with rapid charger included. Suited for heavy-duty drilling and fastening in wood, masonry and metal on demanding job sites.

Brushless 18V PROFACTOR hammer drill with BITURBO Brushless motor, two-speed metal gearbox (0-550 / 0-2,200 rpm), 1/2 in all-metal keyless chuck, KickBack Control, Electronic Angle Detection and 25 clutch settings. Sold as a bare tool (battery not included) and designed for heavy drilling and driving tasks where corded-level performance is needed. It is compact and relatively light for its power, making it suitable for pro users who want high torque without a cord.

Compact 18V 1/2 in drill/driver kit with a two-speed gearbox, 480 in-lbs torque, 20+1 clutch settings, and two 1.5 Ah SlimPack batteries; includes charger and carrying bag. Lightweight and short head-length make it convenient for overhead and general-purpose drilling and driving tasks. Suited for DIYers and trade users needing a balanced combination of power and portability.

Compact brushless 20V XR 1/2 in. drill/driver kit with two 4 Ah batteries, 2-speed (0-650/0-2000 rpm), 1/2 in. metal ratcheting chuck, and anti-rotation safety system. Suited for pros and serious DIYers who need a powerful, compact drill with long runtime and jobsite features like LED lighting and Tool Connect readiness.

Brushless 18V 1/2 in hammer drill offering CORE18V battery compatibility, KickBack Control, and a precision clutch with two-speed gearbox for drilling, driving and masonry work. It balances power (535 in-lbs torque) with relatively low weight and connected-ready features for app customization. Suited for pros and serious DIYers needing a versatile, high-performance hammer drill.

Brushless 18V hammer driver-drill with a compact 7 in length, 2-speed transmission, all-metal 1/2 in chuck, 0-31,500 BPM hammer action and Makita Star Protection electronics; available as a kit with two 5.0 Ah batteries and rapid charger. Suits heavy-duty drilling, hammer drilling in masonry, and professional fastening tasks where high torque and durability are needed.