Brand Guides and Matchups

Makita, Milwaukee, Bosch, Ryobi and Craftsman drills, plus side-by-side brand and platform comparisons.

  • Craftsman V20 CMCD700C1 1/2 in. Drill/Driver Kit
    Brand Guides and Matchups

    Are Craftsman Drills Good for Home Use?

    Are Craftsman drills good for home use? Compare four V20 kits for drilling, fastening, and masonry, then choose the right setup for your projects.

  • Ryobi 18V Drill Set with Battery, Charger and Bag
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    Are Ryobi Drills Good? What Buyers Should Know

    Are Ryobi drills good for home projects? Compare the ONE+ battery system, basic kits, and compact brushless option to find a drill that fits your work.

  • Bosch GSR12V-140FCB22 12V Max Drill/Driver Kit with Flexiclick
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    Best Bosch Cordless Drills

    Compare the best Bosch cordless drills for home projects and demanding work. See which 12V, 18V, hammer drill and combo kit fits your needs.

  • Makita XFD131 18V LXT Brushless Driver-Drill Kit
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    Best Makita Cordless Drills

    Find the best Makita drill for home repairs, tight spaces, combo kits or masonry. Compare CXT and LXT options, included batteries and tool-only picks.

  • Milwaukee M18 2606-21CT Compact Drill Driver Kit
    Brand Guides and Matchups

    Best Milwaukee Cordless Drills

    Compare the best Milwaukee drills for home projects and jobsite work, including M12 and M18 options, hammer drills, compact models and a combo kit.

  • Milwaukee 2904-20 M18 FUEL 1/2 in. Hammer Drill/Driver (Bare Tool)
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    Milwaukee 2904-20 Review

    Milwaukee 2904-20 review: see how its hammer mode, metal chuck and M18 battery fit drilling and driving, plus how it compares with other hammer drills.

  • Milwaukee 3404-20 M12 FUEL 1/2 in. Hammer Drill/Driver (Bare Tool)
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    Milwaukee 3404-20 M12 FUEL Hammer Drill Review

    Milwaukee 3404-20 review: see where this compact M12 FUEL hammer drill fits, what its 1/2 in chuck and hammer mode offer, and which alternatives suit other jobs.

  • Milwaukee 2691-22 M18 Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit
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    Milwaukee M12 vs M18 Drills: Which System Fits?

    Compare Milwaukee M12 vs M18 drills by size, power, included tools and battery system. See which fits your projects and when a hammer drill helps.

  • DeWalt DCD771C2 20V MAX XR Drill Driver Kit
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    Milwaukee M18 vs DeWalt 20V Drills: Which Wins?

    Compare Milwaukee M18 vs DeWalt 20V drills by torque, speed, batteries, weight and kit contents, then choose the right platform for your regular jobs.