expiredfewlio posted Nov 20, 2022 09:42 PM
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expiredfewlio posted Nov 20, 2022 09:42 PM
Bosch 12V Max Li-Ion Drill/Driver & Impact Driver Combo Kit w/ 2x Batteries
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$93 is a good price and it's not worth paying extra for the brushless versions. The impact is weak (though electrician said he was using it *because* it would not overdrive). Bosch's 12V ecosystem is limited, especially compared to Milwaukee's.
They're very comfortable and ergonomic. The batteries have long shelf-life (low self-discharge).
This drill had long been wirecutter's recommendation but has been supplanted by DeWalt's 12V Extreme [amazon.com], and as much as I love my PS20/PS21 pocket driver, I agree their time as passed and I'd look elsewhere if you're starting a tool collection.
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$93 is a good price and it's not worth paying extra for the brushless versions. The impact is weak (though electrician said he was using it *because* it would not overdrive). Bosch's 12V ecosystem is limited, especially compared to Milwaukee's.
They're very comfortable and ergonomic. The batteries have long shelf-life (low self-discharge).
This drill had long been wirecutter's recommendation but has been supplanted by DeWalt's 12V Extreme [amazon.com], and as much as I love my PS20/PS21 pocket driver, I agree their time as passed and I'd look elsewhere if you're starting a tool collection.
Amazing little drill and driver at an amazing price.
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Bosch is more compact, and at least for me, feel far better in the hand due to how their battery is oriented. In my experience, Bosch batteries have longer shelf-life. $10 cheaper.
If you're starting a first set, go to the store and handle them, and consider what other tools you may want. 18V tool lines get into OPE (Outdoor Power Equipment): having a nice string trimmer or blower may save more time than a slightly faster impact. 12V lines often have more hand-tool-replacements like ratchets or multi-tools.
Frankly, I wouldn't go with either as a first homeowner set. Milwaukee's lower-end (i.e., non-FUEL) tools aren't worth the Milwaukee tax, and Bosch is so limited in other tools. I like Ryobi's huge 18V ecosystem.
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