What are the top-rated cordless drills for home use?
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Ryobi PBLHM102 One+ HP Brushless Drill
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£96.05 ≈ | 18V | — | 850 in-lbs | 0-700 / 0-2150 RPM | 1/2 in | 3.1 lb | 24-position clutch |
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The PBLHM102 is an 18V brushless 1/2 in hammer drill offering up to 850 in-lbs of torque and a 2-speed gearbox (0-700 / 0-2150 RPM) with hammer mode for masonry. Suited for DIYers and pros needing higher drilling/hammer performance in the ONE+ 18V system.
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DEWALT DCD801QQ2
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£200.30 ≈ | 20V | 4 Ah | — | 0-650 / 0-2000 | 1/2 in | — | 15 |
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Brushless 20V XR 2-speed 1/2 in drill/driver kit with two 4 Ah batteries, anti-rotation safety system, and 3-position LED. Suits professional users who need high power and long runtime for demanding drilling and driving tasks.
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Makita FD07R1
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£148.18 ≈ | 12 V | 2.0 Ah | 280 in.lbs. | 0-450 / 0-1,500 RPM | 3/8 in | 2.3 lbs | 18 |
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Compact brushless 12V drill/driver kit with a 3/8 in keyless chuck, two 2.0 Ah CXT batteries, and a two-speed (0-450 / 0-1,500 RPM) brushless motor delivering 280 in.lbs. of torque. Suited for users needing a lightweight, high-performance 12V tool for tight spaces and repetitive driving tasks.
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Milwaukee M18 2904-20 Hammer Drill
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£148.18 ≈ | 18 V | — | 1400 in-lbs | 0-500 / 0-2100 | 1/2 in | 3.3 lb | Mechanical clutch |
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Compact, high‑power M18 FUEL 1/2 in hammer drill delivering 1400 in-lbs torque and up to 2100 RPM with AutoStop safety mode and an all‑metal ratcheting chuck. Suits trade professionals needing a powerful, compact hammer drill for heavy drilling and anchoring in wood, metal, and concrete.
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Skil PWRCore 20 HD6294B-10
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£119.13 ≈ | 20 | 2.0Ah | 450 in-lbs | 0-500/0-1800 | 0.5 in | 2.03 lb | 17+1+1 |
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Brushless 20V compact hammer drill kit with a 2.0Ah PWRCore battery and fast PWRJump charger. Offers up to 450 in-lbs torque, two speed ranges and 17 clutch settings-suited for homeowners and DIYers needing a lightweight, high-value compact hammer drill.
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FLEX FX1271T 24V Brushless Hammer Drill
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£207.74 ≈ | 24V | 6.0Ah | 158 Nm | 0-550/0-2,000; TURBO 0-700/0-2,500 | 1/2 in | 3.8 lbs | 24+D+H |
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Brushless 24V 2-speed hammer drill with Turbo mode, 1/2 in metal ratcheting chuck, and high torque for demanding drilling and fastening. Suits professional tradespeople who need high speed, high torque, and long battery runtime.
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DeWalt DCD701F2
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£125.84 ≈ | 12 V | 2 Ah | — | 0 to 425, 0 to 1500 | 3/8 in | 1.9 lb | 15 |
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Compact 12V brushless drill/driver kit with a 3/8 in ratcheting keyless chuck, two 2.0 Ah batteries, charger and tool bag. Suited for DIYers and tradespeople needing a lightweight, compact drill for tight spaces and light-to-medium tasks.
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