Rating of the best cordless drill drivers for 2022

A screwdriver, in its essence, is a substitute for a conventional screwdriver, with the only difference being that it works without the use of human force to rotate. With its help, they perform the same functionality, only its work in the process of unscrewing / tightening bolts and screws is much more efficient, and it happens faster. This tool will be indispensable when you need to screw in / unscrew dozens or even hundreds of bolts. However, the scope of the screwdriver is not limited to one screwing in of bolts. By inserting a special drill into it, they can drill holes in wooden surfaces, plastic and even in thin metal. Professional devices of this type of tools will master brick and concrete. Recently, screwdrivers powered by mobile batteries have become most widespread, and they have almost replaced mains-operated devices.

The main advantages of battery models

Unlike network devices, they are more manoeuvrable in operation and convenient for transportation. All this is due to the fact that they are not “tied” with a cord to an electrical outlet.

Their other advantages include:

• Mobility - the device and the electric battery are enclosed in one case, no other elements are needed for the full functioning of the tool. It is enough to take the tool in hand - and it is ready to work. You can carry it to any desired distance.
• Compactness - usually, household screwdrivers are small in size, so they can be used in the most inaccessible places.
• Versatility - functions and drills and screwdrivers are immediately enclosed in one device.
• The only disadvantage of battery models can be called their dependence on battery charge.Thus, one must always count on a certain time of work with the tool. However, this problem is not so unsolvable - professionals use two sets of batteries: when one is in operation, at this time the second is on recharging. Then there is their mutual replacement.

Basic tech. cordless drill settings

An ordinary user hardly needs to know all the technological principles of the operation of this tool, one has only to be aware of its main parameters.

Voltage used

• Household appliances use voltage in the range of 10 - 14 V;
• Professional - from 25 to 35 V;
• Special - up to 80 V.

Batteries

Batteries for them are:

• Lithium-ion - they never self-discharge, they are able to withstand 3000 charge cycles (and at any level of filling the battery with a charge). They are the most expensive.
• Nickel-cadmium - perfectly tolerate low temperatures, but are subject to self-discharge. You need to store them only in a completely discharged state (as well as put them on charge), otherwise the battery capacity will decrease. They are in the middle price segment.
• Nickel-metal hydride - the most massive and cheapest batteries. You need to treat them in the same way as with the previous ones, however, their main difference is that they have larger dimensions.

Moment of force (aka torque)

This parameter indicates how much force the tool will use to drive the bolt, or how much force is required when drilling to overcome the load. This indicator is measured in Newton Meters (Nm). Knowing the moment of force, you can calculate the length and diameter of the bolt that the screwdriver can screw in. The higher this parameter, the longer and thicker the bolt can be.For example, a professional tool with an indicator of 40 Nm will freely drive a 10-centimeter self-tapping screw into the wood.

Solid home models are equipped with a special limiter, which is installed immediately behind the chuck. The operator can coordinate the force of the tool by twisting this ring. In addition, it also protects the device from premature wear.

Rotation frequency

It is expressed in terms of the number of revolutions per minute produced by the equipment. Usually, the adjustment is set electronic, i.e. the harder you press the trigger, the higher the speed of the device will work. Thus, the denser the material into which you want to screw the self-tapping screw, the harder you need to press the hook.

In the device, this parameter is characterized by the technical speed:

• 1st speed (at 500 rpm) - the process of screwing in / out;
• 2nd speed (at 1200-1500 rpm) – drilling process;
• 3rd speed (over 1500 rpm) - in general, any work with any hard surfaces.

Ammo use

A chuck is an element that holds a drill or screwdriver. They are of the following types:

• Key (cam) - the holding device looks slightly like a kind of "cam", they are connected in the center by the fastening sides and thus the tool is held. A nut is put on the cartridge itself, which is tightened with a special key. It takes some time to open the “cams”, but this method of fastening is the most reliable and is suitable for working with hard surfaces.
• Cartridges with a quick clamp - to change the gun, you need to press the cartridge, remove the gun, insert a new one, press the cartridge again.Quick-clamps are double-clutch and single-clutch, respectively, in the first case, the operator uses both hands to open, and in the second one.
• Hexagonal - it is equipped with any model of a screwdriver. The tool of the required size is simply inserted into the hexagonal groove.

Additional features

Such features are usually equipped with branded models. These include:

• Convenient case for transportation. It has special compartments for tools (drills, hexagons, screwdrivers), compartments for batteries and a charger, the container itself is made of lightweight, waterproof, durable materials.
• Equipping the body with a battery capacity indicator. Usually this role is performed by a simple LED - the brighter it glows, the more charge is left in the battery. In more advanced models, a liquid crystal display can be installed.
• Special locks - it is advisable to use them when you often have to change the type of drilling tool. They significantly increase the wear resistance of the device.
• Forced Speed ​​Switches - No additional effort is required to increase RPM - by selecting the current speed, the tool will evenly maintain the set RPM for the implement. This function will not allow a person to inadvertently increase / decrease speed.

It is always worth remembering that the presence of additional functionality in a screwdriver will definitely affect its price upwards.

Rules for choosing a screwdriver on batteries

Naturally, a screwdriver should be suitable for a potential buyer in terms of price, functionality, and sit comfortably in your hand. However, it is worth paying attention to the technical side of the matter, that is, the characteristics of the tool itself.

The main criteria to be taken into account are:

• Tool drive. It can be brushed and brushless. The difference between them is that in the first one, the current in the armature windings is switched by special brushes, while the second ones are equipped with simple brushless electric motors. The first is more expensive, because it excludes sparking in its design. And the second is cheaper, but is more powerful.
• The material from which the gearbox is made. Cheap models are equipped with plastic gears, more expensive ones use metal gears.
• Various spindle speeds. For domestic needs, a 2-speed model will fit: for screwing / unscrewing bolts - 500 rpm, for drilling - from 1200 rpm. It is better if, at the same time, the device provides electronic speed control due to the force of pressing the trigger.
• The presence of a reverse feed. It is mandatory, because then it will not be a screwdriver, but a drill (how to unscrew the bolts?).
• Torque. For domestic needs, a moment of force ranging from 10 to 25 Nm is quite suitable. Over 30 Nm have devices for professional use. However, there are also models with a torque of about 80 Nm, but they are used in extremely specific areas (for example, tightening huge bolts in shipbuilding or drilling technological holes in general construction work).
• Manufacturing company. Everything will depend on personal preferences and financial capabilities. Western and Japanese samples are considered the highest quality (Metabo, Hammer, Makita), Russian ones represent the middle segment (Interskol, Bison), while Chinese ones occupy the lower level (there are a lot of them, including it is extremely difficult to single out certain firms).Thus, having looked closely at a particular model, it is better to read its review before buying, since there are a lot of those on the Internet now.
• Cartridge. It is preferable to buy a model with a quick clamp. Single clutch will be more convenient to use, but if you intend to use the drill function, then it is better to take a double clutch. Naturally, for full-fledged work, the tool must have two chucks - cam and quick-clamping (the first is necessary for drilling). The cheapest models come without a cartridge at all and have only a hex adapter.
• Percussion / non-impact device. It should be remembered that a household screwdriver will never replace a hammer drill. However, models with increased torque can drill quite dense surfaces.
• The presence of illumination. Cordless tools often work in hard-to-reach places in the absence of lighting. Thus, the presence of a flashlight on the device will be a big plus.
• Battery kit. It is preferable to buy two batteries at once in order to avoid unnecessary long breaks in work due to battery recharging.

More about manufacturers

Still, the brand in construction equipment plays an important role. Well-known and well-established brands offer high-quality tools, have reliable warranty service, but are also not cheap. An analysis of the Russian market in this area suggests that Russians prefer to use foreign-made samples.

The top three for 2022 are as follows:

1. German Bosch. Most tools are equipped with a more durable lithium-ion battery, with a voltage of 10 to 18 V.The device has overvoltage protection, and the battery may not be fully discharged before recharging. The charge is controlled by the brightness of the LED in the case.
2. Japanese Makita. The brand focuses on the production of professional screwdrivers with a torque of 25 Nm. Most models are equipped with a backlight and a second set of batteries by default.
3. German Metabo. Provides a long-term warranty (from 3 years) for most tools. It has a wide range of models - from budget to professional and special designs. It also uses various battery options: Li-Ion, Ni-Mh, and Ni-Cd.

Rating of the best cordless drill drivers for 2022

The lightest and most inexpensive models

3rd place: MILITARY CD10.8Li

One of the most popular Chinese-made models in Russia. Perfect for occasional use to solve small household issues. The weight of the device is only 1.1 kg. It does not have great performance, but the kit immediately comes with two lithium-ion batteries (this implies that “as if” this tool can be used as a professional one).

Specifications:

Name	Index
Battery voltage, V	10.8
Weight, kg	1.1
Torque, Nm	23
Maximum revolutions, rpm	1350
Number of speeds	2
Battery and its capacity, h	Li-Ion, 1.5
Price, rubles	2500

• Easy to use (comfortable grip, rubberized handle);
• Improved centering;
• Ergonomic design.

• Insufficient motor power.

2nd place: Bort BAB-10.8-P

Former German design, licensed to China. It is currently produced only there, but has a Russian localization.The weight of the tool is 1.1 kg. Like the previous sample, this model is suitable for infrequent domestic use, because it has only one speed.

Specifications:

Name	Index
Battery voltage, V	10.8
Weight, kg	1.1
Torque, Nm	18
Maximum revolutions, rpm	550
Number of speeds	1
Battery and its capacity, h	Li-Ion, 1.8
Price, rubles	1950

• Compactness;
• Proper balancing;
• Sufficient torque.

• Low power.
• Problems with the purchase of "non-native" batteries due to their non-standard shape.

1st place: Kolner KCD 10.8L

The lightest of the popular screwdrivers - this model weighs only 0.8 kg. Therefore, it is possible to work with it even with one hand. It is also an indispensable household assistant, it is poorly suitable for long-term work. The model is equipped with a single keyless chuck.

Specifications:

Name	Index
Battery voltage, V	10.8
Weight, kg	0.8
Torque, Nm	16
Maximum revolutions, rpm	550
Number of speeds	1
Battery and its capacity, h	Li-Ion, 2
Price, rubles	1650

• Turnovers are regulated quite smoothly;
• Has an LED charge indicator;
• Nice design.

• Extremely low power for a drill mode.

Models of the middle price segment

3rd place: Einhell TC-CD 18-2

This model is already more suitable for solving complex tasks, because it has an impact mode to facilitate drilling. The kit includes a convenient case and two batteries at once. The tool is equipped with an emergency stop function. It is better to use this screwdriver as a drill.

Specifications:

Name	Index
Battery voltage, V	18
Weight, kg	1.6
Torque, Nm	38
Maximum revolutions, rpm	1250
Number of speeds	2
Battery and its capacity, h	Li-Ion, 4
Price, rubles	7500

• Quality assembly;
• The presence of the function of drilling with impact;
• Compactness.

• It is not recommended to work for a long time in the absence of breaks.

2nd Place: Stanley SBH20S2K

This model is an upgraded version of the previous one and is also equipped with an impact mechanism to improve the drilling function. In addition, this tool uses a brushless motor, which means an increase in power by at least 20%. The device is designed to work with more than 20 types of different materials.

Specifications:

Name	Index
Battery voltage, V	18
Weight, kg	1.5
Torque, Nm	55
Maximum revolutions, rpm	1700
Number of speeds	2
Battery and its capacity, h	Li-Ion, 3
Price, rubles	12000

• Reduced noise during operation;
• Quality assembly;
• The presence of a powerful backlight.

• Not detected.

1st place: Metabo BS 18 LT BL Q 602334550

Lightweight and easy to use device. Some of the available features bring it closer to the category of professional equipment (for example, the use of Ultra-M power saving technology). The body of the tool is made of durable materials, is not subject to side vibrations during operation and is equipped with special brackets for fastening on a belt or on a special installation.

Specifications:

Name	Index
Battery voltage, V	18
Weight, kg	1.5
Torque, Nm	60
Maximum revolutions, rpm	2100
Number of speeds	2
Battery and its capacity, h	Li-Ion, 2.4
Price, rubles	21000

• Professional level model;
• It has an ergonomic design;
• Suitable equally for all tasks.

• High price.

professional equipment

3rd place: BOSCH GSR 18 V-EC TE

The most inexpensive model in the segment of professional screwdrivers. Differs in powerful functionality and high reliability (the tool is capable to work more than 3 hours uninterruptedly). The case is equipped with effective ventilation holes, which made it possible to work for a long time without interruption. Its brushless motor ensures durability and increases the power of the machine itself. The belt-type magazine allows you to automate the installation of fasteners. The best device for a professional in terms of price / quality ratio.

Specifications:

Name	Index
Battery voltage, V	18
Weight, kg	2
Torque, Nm	25
Maximum revolutions, rpm	4500
Number of speeds	1
Battery and its capacity, h	Li-Ion, 3
Price, rubles	18000

• Adjustable limiter;
• Trigger lock;
• Protection against static discharges.

• Batteries are not supplied with the kit.

2nd place: MAKITA DHP481RTE

This screwdriver is very technologically advanced - its magazine design speaks for itself. Thanks to the fast feeding of screws, you can automate the process of installing fasteners. The device has a persistent handle and additional body kits. The case is made according to the moisture-dust protection system, the cartridge is equipped with a special adjusting head, with which the length of the self-tapping screws supplied from the magazine is set.

Specifications:

Name	Index
Battery voltage, V	18
Weight, kg	3.7
Torque, Nm	115
Maximum revolutions, rpm	2100
Number of speeds	3
Battery and its capacity, h	Li-Ion, 4.5
Price, rubles	34000

• Reduced noise during operation;
• Rigid fastening of fasteners in automatic mode;
• Smooth and synchronized rotation.

• Extremely heavy weight.

1st place: METABO BS 18 LTX Quick new 5.2

The device has a large weight, so it is equipped with a special persistent handle, respectively, it is qualitatively fixed in the working position. It has keyless and cam chucks, is equipped with an automatic engine brake, the replacement of tools in the chuck takes place in a very short time, thanks to high-quality assembled nozzles. Supplied complete with a handy case and a set of nozzles. The guarantee for the device makes 36 months.

Specifications:

Name	Index
Battery voltage, V	18
Weight, kg	4.5
Torque, Nm	110
Maximum revolutions, rpm	1700
Number of speeds	3
Battery and its capacity, h	Li-Ion, 3.2
Price, rubles	38000

• Versatility;
• The basic package already includes all the necessary elements for work;
• Ease of handling.

• It is not recommended to work at low ambient temperatures.

Instead of an epilogue

The choice of a screwdriver will always depend on the purpose of its use (professional daily work or on an occasional basis) and on the financial capabilities of the buyer. Most construction experts still recommend buying tools from retail stores rather than relying on pseudo-savings when shopping online.Buying at retail involves inspecting and checking equipment directly "on the spot", which will eliminate future issues of performance and functionality of the purchase. At the same time, professionals prefer to stop at foreign-made tools, having little confidence in both domestic and Chinese manufacturers.