2-Tool drill Combo KIT—Drill set includes Brushless 12V 1/2 inch drill driver and brushless 1/4 inch hex Impact driver. Plus a PWR core 12 2. 0Ah Lithium battery and PWR jump charger. Compact Size—The digital Brushless motor provides compact, lightweight power for both the cordless drill driver and impact driver. Longer run time & battery LIFE—Industry leading PWR core 12 Lithium battery technology wraps Each cell with cooling material to keep the battery powering on for 25% longer run time and 2x battery life. Power on the Go—Plug in To the battery’s USB port wherever, whenever with PWR assist mobile charging. Charges in 5 minutes jump charges the battery from 0% to 25% in just 5 minutes, or 100% battery in 45 minutes. Easy start-up time on bit changes with the drill driver Hybrid chuck by locking a 1/4 inch hex bit without tightening the chuck. Controlled torque—the two-speed torque selection on the impact driver provides low speed for more control and high speed for more power 2 Tools To Cover Your Home Project Needs: Be ready to take on your next home or DIY project with SKIL’s ultimate cordless drill set: the PWRCore 12 Brushless 12V 1/2 in. Drill Driver and 1/4 in. Hex Impact Driver. Use the drill driver for both light and heavy-duty DIY tasks around the house, and the cordless impact driver for loosening large bolts and driving screws through tougher materials. Both feature a digital brushless motor for durability and compact drill power. And with PWRCore 12 patented battery innovation backing both tools, these power drills are ready to tackle your next project.
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I wouldn't personally. Nothing wrong with the brand. I'd want a larger combo. Some kind of cutting tool is often very handy, and good lights and speakers will get used more than you might expect. I used both my Skil inflator and speaker today. Also, if going with Skil, probably best to go with the dual charging batteries, meaning it'll go on the charger if you have one or charge via USB-C.
I have both these kits from these deals: https://slickdeals.net/f/17995887-skil-pwr-core-12-volt-10-tool-brushless-power-tool-combo-kit-2-batteries-included-and-charger-included-lowes-com-149-00 https://slickdeals.net/f/18228115-5-tool-skil-pwr-core-12v-brushless-power-tool-combo-kit-w-usb-c-charger-99-free-shipping
Those were excellent deals/prices. The tools are great. Nothing wrong with 12v around the house or even lots of jobsites. I'd just wait for a deal on a larger kit again in the next few months.
Something to consider if you're in a house with yard you upkeep, you may want to match your power tools with outdoor power equipment to all use the same batteries. That's stuff like a trimmer, blower, chainsaw, sprayer, etc. and maybe even a push mower if it's a small lot. You'd want to stick with the big 3 (Milwaukee, DeWalt, and Makita) if you go that route... maybe Kobalt. But yes, it's expensive to buy that convenience. Out of all my Makita "power tools" I probably use the blower the most, and it's been extremely nice having lots of batteries for it. The vacuum or trimmer is a close 2nd and 3rd before stuff like drills and impact drivers. I reached for my Skil 12v drill before my Makita 18v to place anchors to hang some pictures a couple weeks ago. It did the job as well as my Milwaukee Fuel 12v drill would have done. Biggest downside of my Skil 12v stuff is its batteries won't power my Milwaukee heated jackets. And my M12 batteries won't power a couple M18 tools I have. It may not matter to you, but to some of us, being in a lot of battery lines is a headache at times. 4 is more than I'd like.
Is this decent for a new home owner? avg use and not really planning a lot of DIY
I wouldn't personally. Nothing wrong with the brand. I'd want a larger combo. Some kind of cutting tool is often very handy, and good lights and speakers will get used more than you might expect. I used both my Skil inflator and speaker today. Also, if going with Skil, probably best to go with the dual charging batteries, meaning it'll go on the charger if you have one or charge via USB-C.
I have both these kits from these deals: https://slickdeals.net/f/17995887-skil-pwr-core-12-volt-10-tool-brushless-power-tool-combo-kit-2-batteries-included-and-charger-included-lowes-com-149-00 https://slickdeals.net/f/18228115-5-tool-skil-pwr-core-12v-brushless-power-tool-combo-kit-w-usb-c-charger-99-free-shipping
Those were excellent deals/prices. The tools are great. Nothing wrong with 12v around the house or even lots of jobsites. I'd just wait for a deal on a larger kit again in the next few months.
Something to consider if you're in a house with yard you upkeep, you may want to match your power tools with outdoor power equipment to all use the same batteries. That's stuff like a trimmer, blower, chainsaw, sprayer, etc. and maybe even a push mower if it's a small lot. You'd want to stick with the big 3 (Milwaukee, DeWalt, and Makita) if you go that route... maybe Kobalt. But yes, it's expensive to buy that convenience. Out of all my Makita "power tools" I probably use the blower the most, and it's been extremely nice having lots of batteries for it. The vacuum or trimmer is a close 2nd and 3rd before stuff like drills and impact drivers. I reached for my Skil 12v drill before my Makita 18v to place anchors to hang some pictures a couple weeks ago. It did the job as well as my Milwaukee Fuel 12v drill would have done. Biggest downside of my Skil 12v stuff is its batteries won't power my Milwaukee heated jackets. And my M12 batteries won't power a couple M18 tools I have. It may not matter to you, but to some of us, being in a lot of battery lines is a headache at times. 4 is more than I'd like.
I wouldn't personally. Nothing wrong with the brand. I'd want a larger combo. Some kind of cutting tool is often very handy, and good lights and speakers will get used more than you might expect. I used both my Skil inflator and speaker today. Also, if going with Skil, probably best to go with the dual charging batteries, meaning it'll go on the charger if you have one or charge via USB-C.
I have both these kits from these deals: https://slickdeals.net/f/17995887-skil-pwr-core-12-volt-10-tool-brushless-power-tool-combo-kit-2-batteries-included-and-charger-included-lowes-com-149-00 https://slickdeals.net/f/18228115-5-tool-skil-pwr-core-12v-brushless-power-tool-combo-kit-w-usb-c-charger-99-free-shipping
Those were excellent deals/prices. The tools are great. Nothing wrong with 12v around the house or even lots of jobsites. I'd just wait for a deal on a larger kit again in the next few months.
Something to consider if you're in a house with yard you upkeep, you may want to match your power tools with outdoor power equipment to all use the same batteries. That's stuff like a trimmer, blower, chainsaw, sprayer, etc. and maybe even a push mower if it's a small lot. You'd want to stick with the big 3 (Milwaukee, DeWalt, and Makita) if you go that route... maybe Kobalt. But yes, it's expensive to buy that convenience. Out of all my Makita "power tools" I probably use the blower the most, and it's been extremely nice having lots of batteries for it. The vacuum or trimmer is a close 2nd and 3rd before stuff like drills and impact drivers. I reached for my Skil 12v drill before my Makita 18v to place anchors to hang some pictures a couple weeks ago. It did the job as well as my Milwaukee Fuel 12v drill would have done. Biggest downside of my Skil 12v stuff is its batteries won't power my Milwaukee heated jackets. And my M12 batteries won't power a couple M18 tools I have. It may not matter to you, but to some of us, being in a lot of battery lines is a headache at times. 4 is more than I'd like.
I agree. However, have you seen the price hike on the links you mentioned? Crazy
Should be perfect. Seems skil is pushing quite a few 12v tools these days so plenty of room to grow it if you need.Thinking about picking these up for my parents. I got them a cheap HyperTough set a few years ago but they're pretty garbage!
i have 12v and 20v hyper tough tools. the angle grinder doesn't inspire confidence but the drills are fine, and the 12v tools are great, and i also have these skil 12v tools but wondering whether to send them along. what issues were you having with hyper tough?
I wouldn't personally. Nothing wrong with the brand. I'd want a larger combo. Some kind of cutting tool is often very handy, and good lights and speakers will get used more than you might expect. I used both my Skil inflator and speaker today. Also, if going with Skil, probably best to go with the dual charging batteries, meaning it'll go on the charger if you have one or charge via USB-C.
I have both these kits from these deals: https://slickdeals.net/f/17995887-skil-pwr-core-12-volt-10-tool-brushless-power-tool-combo-kit-2-batteries-included-and-charger-included-lowes-com-149-00 https://slickdeals.net/f/18228115-5-tool-skil-pwr-core-12v-brushless-power-tool-combo-kit-w-usb-c-charger-99-free-shipping
Those were excellent deals/prices. The tools are great. Nothing wrong with 12v around the house or even lots of jobsites. I'd just wait for a deal on a larger kit again in the next few months.
Something to consider if you're in a house with yard you upkeep, you may want to match your power tools with outdoor power equipment to all use the same batteries. That's stuff like a trimmer, blower, chainsaw, sprayer, etc. and maybe even a push mower if it's a small lot. You'd want to stick with the big 3 (Milwaukee, DeWalt, and Makita) if you go that route... maybe Kobalt. But yes, it's expensive to buy that convenience. Out of all my Makita "power tools" I probably use the blower the most, and it's been extremely nice having lots of batteries for it. The vacuum or trimmer is a close 2nd and 3rd before stuff like drills and impact drivers. I reached for my Skil 12v drill before my Makita 18v to place anchors to hang some pictures a couple weeks ago. It did the job as well as my Milwaukee Fuel 12v drill would have done. Biggest downside of my Skil 12v stuff is its batteries won't power my Milwaukee heated jackets. And my M12 batteries won't power a couple M18 tools I have. It may not matter to you, but to some of us, being in a lot of battery lines is a headache at times. 4 is more than I'd like.
Funny you don't mention Ryobi, that has every single power tool you mention either in 18v line or their 40v. All of which are comparable to DeWalt and Milwaukee in power plus their selection of tools won't break the bank if you need a one off tool, like a soldering iron. For a home owner you cant beat the prices and selection.
I have this drill driver and it has been a great tool for projects around the house, but I found it wasn't strong enough for unscrewing tight bolts on a gutter removal job I was doing for my church. Had to switch to an impact driver (not this Skil one though) to get the job done. I will say, I'm very impressed with how long the battery lasts on this thing!
Edit: I just realized this was the 12V, I have the 20V.
Funny you don't mention Ryobi, that has every single power tool you mention either in 18v line or their 40v. All of which are comparable to DeWalt and Milwaukee in power plus their selection of tools won't break the bank if you need a one off tool, like a soldering iron. For a home owner you cant beat the prices and selection.
Simply an oversight. I didn't think about them. I'm not a huge fan of them, but for the occasionally used stuff, they'd probably be fine. That said, friend has had a ~10 ft Makita pole saw for around 4 years now and a ~20 ft Ryobi for 2-3 years. He's had to replace the chain on the Ryobi multiple times and the Makita never even though the Makita is his primary b/c it's lighter and more powerful. He's definitely not your typical home owner. He's on 5 acres and has a nearly 1/4 mile long driveway he maintains pretty heavily twice a year. Same bar oil, same trees, the Ryobi just doesn't perform well enough to be the only tool for that job. Much slower cutting speed and the chain dulls much much faster. For the person taking down a half dozen 3" or smaller branches per year, it'd be awesome. Other than that saw, I have almost no experience with Ryobi's stuff, so I forget they exist.
I agree. However, have you seen the price hike on the links you mentioned? Crazy
The normal price increase isn't a lot, maybe 10% ($500 to $550 for the 10 tool kit). But they aren't on sale currently. They were a month ago. What's crazy is how cheap they were selling Skil kits for for a month. I wouldn't buy them at normal price.
Is this decent for a new home owner? avg use and not really planning a lot of DIY
Oh for sure. I have a brushed Craftsman 12V drill that I use a few times a month for smaller projects, and it's a perfect alternative to having to use a screwdriver.
Is this decent for a new home owner? avg use and not really planning a lot of DIY
in my experience, get the cheap one first and if you use it enough for it to break, get the good one. i always wanted a nice one so i got a good one first and i barely used it. it's a waste of money. for 70 bucks you get both here and that makes it an insane deal.
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For the drill, no issues driving dozens and dozens of stainless steel screws putting up a redwood fence. Drilling into wood works fine, too.
For both, if you're going into something very hard or need the torque to get stuck tire nuts off, it'll be borderline. 20v+ better.
Built-in usb port on the batteries charges phones just fine, too.
Quick charge of depleted batteries works fine, nice. Enough added in 5-10 minutes to keep going awhile.
2ah on a 12v is going to handle putting up slats on a double wide fence gate with screws, but will need recharging for longer fences. (6 screws per slat)
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I have both these kits from these deals:
https://slickdeals.net/f/17995887-skil-pwr-core-12-volt-10-tool-brushless-power-tool-combo-kit-2-batteries-included-and-charger-included-lowes-com-149-00
https://slickdeals.net/f/18228115-5-tool-skil-pwr-core-12v-brushless-power-tool-combo-kit-w-usb-c-charger-99-free-shipping
Those were excellent deals/prices. The tools are great. Nothing wrong with 12v around the house or even lots of jobsites. I'd just wait for a deal on a larger kit again in the next few months.
Something to consider if you're in a house with yard you upkeep, you may want to match your power tools with outdoor power equipment to all use the same batteries. That's stuff like a trimmer, blower, chainsaw, sprayer, etc. and maybe even a push mower if it's a small lot. You'd want to stick with the big 3 (Milwaukee, DeWalt, and Makita) if you go that route... maybe Kobalt. But yes, it's expensive to buy that convenience. Out of all my Makita "power tools" I probably use the blower the most, and it's been extremely nice having lots of batteries for it. The vacuum or trimmer is a close 2nd and 3rd before stuff like drills and impact drivers. I reached for my Skil 12v drill before my Makita 18v to place anchors to hang some pictures a couple weeks ago. It did the job as well as my Milwaukee Fuel 12v drill would have done. Biggest downside of my Skil 12v stuff is its batteries won't power my Milwaukee heated jackets. And my M12 batteries won't power a couple M18 tools I have. It may not matter to you, but to some of us, being in a lot of battery lines is a headache at times. 4 is more than I'd like.
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Thinking about picking these up for my parents. I got them a cheap HyperTough set a few years ago but they're pretty garbage!
I have both these kits from these deals:
https://slickdeals.net/f/17995887-skil-pwr-core-12-volt-10-tool-brushless-power-tool-combo-kit-2-batteries-included-and-charger-included-lowes-com-149-00
https://slickdeals.net/f/18228115-5-tool-skil-pwr-core-12v-brushless-power-tool-combo-kit-w-usb-c-charger-99-free-shipping
Those were excellent deals/prices. The tools are great. Nothing wrong with 12v around the house or even lots of jobsites. I'd just wait for a deal on a larger kit again in the next few months.
Something to consider if you're in a house with yard you upkeep, you may want to match your power tools with outdoor power equipment to all use the same batteries. That's stuff like a trimmer, blower, chainsaw, sprayer, etc. and maybe even a push mower if it's a small lot. You'd want to stick with the big 3 (Milwaukee, DeWalt, and Makita) if you go that route... maybe Kobalt. But yes, it's expensive to buy that convenience. Out of all my Makita "power tools" I probably use the blower the most, and it's been extremely nice having lots of batteries for it. The vacuum or trimmer is a close 2nd and 3rd before stuff like drills and impact drivers. I reached for my Skil 12v drill before my Makita 18v to place anchors to hang some pictures a couple weeks ago. It did the job as well as my Milwaukee Fuel 12v drill would have done. Biggest downside of my Skil 12v stuff is its batteries won't power my Milwaukee heated jackets. And my M12 batteries won't power a couple M18 tools I have. It may not matter to you, but to some of us, being in a lot of battery lines is a headache at times. 4 is more than I'd like.
I have both these kits from these deals:
https://slickdeals.net/f/17995887-skil-pwr-core-12-volt-10-tool-brushless-power-tool-combo-kit-2-batteries-included-and-charger-included-lowes-com-149-00
https://slickdeals.net/f/18228115-5-tool-skil-pwr-core-12v-brushless-power-tool-combo-kit-w-usb-c-charger-99-free-shipping
Those were excellent deals/prices. The tools are great. Nothing wrong with 12v around the house or even lots of jobsites. I'd just wait for a deal on a larger kit again in the next few months.
Something to consider if you're in a house with yard you upkeep, you may want to match your power tools with outdoor power equipment to all use the same batteries. That's stuff like a trimmer, blower, chainsaw, sprayer, etc. and maybe even a push mower if it's a small lot. You'd want to stick with the big 3 (Milwaukee, DeWalt, and Makita) if you go that route... maybe Kobalt. But yes, it's expensive to buy that convenience. Out of all my Makita "power tools" I probably use the blower the most, and it's been extremely nice having lots of batteries for it. The vacuum or trimmer is a close 2nd and 3rd before stuff like drills and impact drivers. I reached for my Skil 12v drill before my Makita 18v to place anchors to hang some pictures a couple weeks ago. It did the job as well as my Milwaukee Fuel 12v drill would have done. Biggest downside of my Skil 12v stuff is its batteries won't power my Milwaukee heated jackets. And my M12 batteries won't power a couple M18 tools I have. It may not matter to you, but to some of us, being in a lot of battery lines is a headache at times. 4 is more than I'd like.
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I have both these kits from these deals:
https://slickdeals.net/f/17995887-skil-pwr-core-12-volt-10-tool-brushless-power-tool-combo-kit-2-batteries-included-and-charger-included-lowes-com-149-00
https://slickdeals.net/f/18228115-5-tool-skil-pwr-core-12v-brushless-power-tool-combo-kit-w-usb-c-charger-99-free-shipping
Those were excellent deals/prices. The tools are great. Nothing wrong with 12v around the house or even lots of jobsites. I'd just wait for a deal on a larger kit again in the next few months.
Something to consider if you're in a house with yard you upkeep, you may want to match your power tools with outdoor power equipment to all use the same batteries. That's stuff like a trimmer, blower, chainsaw, sprayer, etc. and maybe even a push mower if it's a small lot. You'd want to stick with the big 3 (Milwaukee, DeWalt, and Makita) if you go that route... maybe Kobalt. But yes, it's expensive to buy that convenience. Out of all my Makita "power tools" I probably use the blower the most, and it's been extremely nice having lots of batteries for it. The vacuum or trimmer is a close 2nd and 3rd before stuff like drills and impact drivers. I reached for my Skil 12v drill before my Makita 18v to place anchors to hang some pictures a couple weeks ago. It did the job as well as my Milwaukee Fuel 12v drill would have done. Biggest downside of my Skil 12v stuff is its batteries won't power my Milwaukee heated jackets. And my M12 batteries won't power a couple M18 tools I have. It may not matter to you, but to some of us, being in a lot of battery lines is a headache at times. 4 is more than I'd like.
Edit: I just realized this was the 12V, I have the 20V.
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For the drill, no issues driving dozens and dozens of stainless steel screws putting up a redwood fence. Drilling into wood works fine, too.
For both, if you're going into something very hard or need the torque to get stuck tire nuts off, it'll be borderline. 20v+ better.
Built-in usb port on the batteries charges phones just fine, too.
Quick charge of depleted batteries works fine, nice. Enough added in 5-10 minutes to keep going awhile.
2ah on a 12v is going to handle putting up slats on a double wide fence gate with screws, but will need recharging for longer fences. (6 screws per slat)
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