Ranking of the best garden drills for 2022

Often, to perform certain earthworks in a summer cottage or personal plot, a gardener may need to drill a hole in the soil. A garden drill is perfect for this. It will be an indispensable assistant in arranging the foundation, installing a fence (when it is necessary to drive piles or poles), and it will simply come in handy for drilling holes in order to plant plants. Therefore, in order to do the job efficiently, you need to correctly choose the model of the tool, evaluating all the advantages and disadvantages.

It is always worth remembering that the quality of work depends not only on who does it, but also on what tool!

What are the types of drills

They may have quite different structural elements, but their main parts will be the same. These include: control handle, support rod, cutting base. These parts are enough to effectively perform garden tasks - from the construction of outbuildings to planting crops.

Which drilling tool for the soil to choose is a question that torments the gardener. Despite the variety of models on the market, all of them can be reduced to a certain general classification:

• Mechanical type (very simple and work due to the muscular strength of a person);
• Gasoline type (have a motorized version and run on a fuel engine);
• Electric drills (the work is done by an electric drive);
• Hydraulic type (they are a professional tool, used when working on an industrial scale, not very suitable for amateur gardeners).

The most optimal option today are gasoline models with manual control, due to their compactness and relatively low energy consumption during use. In addition, they are not only easy to operate, but also, due to the powerful motor, they can easily cope with drilling of especially difficult types of soil, making holes up to 3 meters deep.

An electric drill is considered a direct competitor to gasoline.It is less noisy during operation, but its use will require close proximity to the power source (electrical outlet), which is not always possible and significantly limits the range of the equipment.

The simplest are mechanical soil augers, which are particularly simple in design. They are a metal tube, at one end of which there is a control handle, and at the other - a two-bladed cutter, with which drilling is performed. Reliability is achieved at the expense of simplicity, however, only small holes can be made with such equipment.

In the model range of mechanical tools, there are also “big brothers”, which are distinguished by the complexity of their design. In them, the cutter is made removable, which allows you to vary the nozzles depending on the required hole size. The kit may include several dimensional milling nozzles. In addition, these models may have a telescopic rod, which allows you to adjust the height of the tool itself for your user.

Also, screw models are also found in the family of mechanical samples. They are distinguished from those described above by the presence of not a plastic cutter, but a solid auger knife. They provide a faster pace of work, because the auger can cut a fairly large amount of earth in one turn.

Fields of application of the garden drill

The simplicity of the design, which is inherent in the garden hand drill, perplexes most gardeners. Most consider it an ineffective garden tool. However, this tool can easily cope with a lot of specialized work, such as:

• Ground drilling for the purpose of installing any supports.
• Arrangement of holes for planting trees, shrubs and other plantings.
• Loosening the soil, in order to provide agricultural plants with oxygen, as well as for the production of their top dressing.
• Arrangement of small wells or compost.
• When building outbuildings, he can perfectly drill holes for setting up a columnar foundation.

It can also be easily used for sloping tunnels, which can be used for everything from drainage to ventilation systems.

In today's market it is possible to find specialized models. An example is the Tornado model line, the tools from which do an excellent job of drilling soil overflowing with small stones or gravel and even construction debris. From themselves they are a kind of hybrid of a fork-shaped and lamellar tool.

General disadvantages and advantages of existing models

Advantages:

• Relatively low cost;
• Lightness and compactness;
• Freedom to carry;
• Maneuverability and the ability to do it on your own, without using a professional tool.

Flaws:

• Manual equipment requires considerable muscular strength;
• Fuel models can significantly "hit the pocket", due to the cost of gasoline;
• Electric models are extremely limited in range, require constant presence near a source of electricity.

Operation and maintenance procedure

When using any model of the drill, before starting work, you need to help the tool a little by loosening the ground at the place where the holes are drilled. This will help a lot in the case when you need to break through to a decent depth.

These simple actions reduce the load on the cutting part, which will allow you to keep this element of the tool longer without bumps and burrs. Depending on the model, some cutting parts will have to be constantly sharpened and their surface coated with a special anti-corrosion paint. In general, after each use, it is recommended to thoroughly clean the drill itself and its components from dirt.

For motorized types of equipment, the maintenance procedure will be more difficult. First of all, this concerns the content of the engine mechanism, whether it be electric or motor-drill. All its mechanisms must be kept clean and cleaned after each use in order to avoid damage to its moving parts. With regard to electrical equipment, it needs to provide stable moisture protection during operation, and for motorized equipment, it is necessary to use reliable types of oil and fuel.

Ambient temperature also plays a big role: it is better not to use electric tools in rain or at sub-zero temperatures. And motorized tool options should not be used immediately, moving from a warm place to a frosty cold.

How to choose the right garden drill?

The acquisition of such equipment is a matter of a competent concept of the tasks for which it will be used. The speed and quality of the work performed, as well as its practicality, will depend on the right choice. First of all, you need to pay attention to:

• A cutter or a spiral - for what scale it will be required, on what soil it will work;
• Choosing the type of engine - if a large amount of work is not expected, then it is better to give preference to manual models, otherwise motor drills are suitable to achieve quality and speed;
• The presence of a container for collecting the extracted soil will significantly increase the service life.

Drilling holes in the ground is not an easy process and it is necessary to proceed from the scope of work. Cheap models are suitable for one-time operations, large-scale productions will require more expensive models.

The cost of garden drills

Naturally, when purchasing a garden drill, any gardener wants the equipment to last as long as possible, and besides, it required expensive repairs. Based on these prerequisites, it is always better to focus on the “golden mean”, that is, to acquire a good quality tool, but at the same time, so that its cost “does not hit the pocket”.

Today's market is quite widely represented by both domestic and foreign manufacturers. For example, the Shtil brand is distinguished by high safety performance during work, excellent build quality, and excellent ergonomics. The average cost of such equipment is in the range of 12,000 rubles.

Approximately in these price ranges are Hitachi motor drills - another leading brand on the market. At the same time, one should not lose sight of Chinese manufacturers, who are quite capable of providing a good price / quality ratio in the current period. Here you can pay attention to the brand "Champion".

American brands in this market attract the attention of potential buyers not only with the well-known quality and reliability, but also with good performance indicators along with economical fuel consumption.Their price starts from 13,000 rubles.

Garden motor drills use a simple and at the same time effective technology. In terms of labor intensity, they qualitatively differ from their manual counterparts.

Ranking of the best garden drills for 2022

7th place: manual garden drill 39491-200

Robust and simple design provides the best working comfort, and carbide tips guarantee a long service life. The rod can be supplemented with special extensions that allow drilling deeper holes.

Specifications:

Name	Index
Auger diameter	200 mm.
Coating	powder paint.
Additionally	carbide stickers on the cutting edges.
The weight	3.9 kg.
PRICE	790 rubles.

• Convenient to carry;
• versatility due to interchangeable extensions.

• Requires a lot of muscle effort.

6th place: Hand drill Gigant d-200 mm, 2 meters BER 2002

The tool is made of durable and strong steel. Great for regular hard work. It is used both for digging small holes and for drilling technological holes in the soil for installing poles.

Specifications:

Name	Index
Tool length	210 cm.
Recommended soil for drilling	malleable soil.
The weight	1.82 kg.
PRICE	890 rubles.

• Light weight and low price;
• The ability to dig holes of different depths.

• Long control rod.

5th place: FISKARS Quikdrill

This hand drill is perfect for everyday tasks in the garden. The presence of two knives will allow you to make a neat hole of different sizes. The knives are well adapted to drilling in difficult types of soil containing small pebbles.The fibercomp material of which the handle is made allows you to hold the drill steadily in your hands. Length marks are applied to the drill rod, based on which it is possible to adjust the depth of the required hole.

Specifications:

Name	Index
Blade diameter	15 cm.
The length of the drill itself	111 cm.
Number of knives	2 pieces.
Handle material	fiber comp.
PRICE	4400 rubles.

• Marks of the required depth are applied to the bar;
• Has a double blade.

• Impossibility of modernization.

4th place: PATRIOT 742104425 single pass

This power drill is designed to cut holes in even the hardest ground. The maximum diameter of the hole is 20 cm. Replaceable knives will allow you to avoid unnecessary downtime in work. Easy to work, no special efforts required. The main thing is to protect the auger from small stones.

Specifications:

Name	Index
Weight	10 kg.
Production.	China
Drill length	82 cm
Connection diameter	2 cm
Number of visits	one.
PRICE	3200 rubles.

• Possibility to change knives.

• Auger sensitivity to fine gravel.

3rd place: ELITECH BM 52E 2.5 HP

The motor drill is great for drilling holes for installing poles. Perfectly "bites" into the ground, it also works well on viscous soil, where clay impurities are present. The dense execution of the fuel tank does not give smudges, it is quite suitable for drilling holes at an angle. Practically does not demand preliminary digging of the earth.

Specifications:

Name	Index
Engine power (in hp)	1.85 kW and 2.5 HP
Engine volume	52 cm cubic.
Fuel tank	for 1.2 liters.
Fuel consumption	0.7 liters per hour.
Maximum drilling depth	180 cm.
Recommended drilling surfaces	ice and soil.
The weight	9.2 kg.
Additionally	it is recommended to use two operators.
PRICE	8 600 rubles.

• Free work on viscous soil;
• Does not require special soil preparation.

• Relatively small fuel tank.

2nd place: MAXCUT MC 62 3.6 hp

Another powerful model of a motor drill. Well suited for making foundations. Works great on hard ground and viscous surfaces. The power reserve is amazing. More like professional models.

Specifications:

Name	Index
Engine power (and in hp)	2.4 kW and 3.6 hp
Engine volume	62 cm cubic.
Type of fuel	petrol, oil.
Volume of the tank	1.3 liters.
Drill diameter	80 - 300 mm.
Recommended surface for drilling	clay soil.
PRICE	11,000 rubles.

• Powerful engine;
• Confident work on different surfaces.

• Expensive to maintain (gasoline + oil costs).

1st place: ADA instruments Ground Drill 5

Despite the increased power, one operator will quite confidently cope with this drill. It is intended both for production of garden works, and for drilling holes in ice. Shows 100% performance in clay soil. It has a strong frame, light enough in weight, convenient for transportation in the trunk of a car. It is quite possible to make screws for it yourself.

Specifications:

Name	Index
Engine power (and in hp)	1.8 kW and 2.45 hp
Engine volume	52 cm cubic, two-stroke.
Type of fuel	oil, petrol.
Volume of the tank	1.2 liters.
Recommended surface for drilling	soil, ice
The weight	9.5 kg.
Drill diameter	250 mm.
Connection diameter	20 mm.
PRICE	12,000 rubles.

• Powerful blades;
• Possibility of modernization of screws.

• For particularly complex work, it may require the control of two operators.

Instead of an epilogue

As can be seen from the above facts, imported garden equipment is more expensive than their domestic counterparts. Approximately at the same level, prices for manual and automatic drills vary. Therefore, if the scope of work is of a single nature or the volumes are small, then it is easier to rent the necessary tool.

You can buy drills in almost any hardware store. However, as practice shows, you can buy them via the Internet and they will be covered by all the necessary guarantees. Moreover, most manufacturers have their own service centers in almost all major cities of Russia.

It is worth noting that motor drills are complex technical goods, so you should buy them only through well-established Internet sites, where the risk of getting fake is reduced to almost zero. Otherwise, problems may arise not only with banal repairs, but also with the simple purchase of additional devices and spare parts.