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Bigger is not always better

in the world of cordless drills. Figure out how much power you need without breaking your wrist.

hen we started discussing categories for this Tool Buying Guide, there was never a question whether cordless drill/drivers would be listed and discussed. What did come up was whether we should look at corded drills as well. We decided against it, but not because they aren't useful tools. Rather we decided that with the advancements in battery technology, cordless drills are now becoming the tool of choice for many woodworkers.

While corded drills are still the best choice for endless power (if you've paid your bills) and unparalleled torque for use with larger bits, more of these tools sit on

the shelf waiting for a special task. In addition, while the face of cordless drill/drivers changes monthly, corded drills have remained basically the same for the last decade.

So while we wouldn't give up our corded drills, we're going to tell you how to shop for cordless drill/drivers.

Handle Design

Physically, cordless drills are very similar. One difference is the handle orientation, the rest is related to the features on the tool, which we'll talk about later. Handles on drills can be either pistol grip (where

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