The 5 Best 18v Drills
The drill features an automatic spindle lock for easy one-handed bit changes, a useful clutch override system which lets you switch between drilling, driving and hammer modes easily, 24 torque settings and onboard bit storage. If you plan to do a lot of heavy-duty drilling, there are probably better drills for you, but if you want a light, compact, general-purpose drill with a spare battery, this one is hard to beat. There are plenty of cheap 9v drills around, but we recommend that you go for a decent 18volt drill , particularly if it will be the only drill you have. As with the DeWALT, this drill comes with an additional battery which is very useful if you have a lot of drilling to do in a day. The Ryobi One Plus Starter kit includes the drill, battery, charger, additional handle, depth gauge and a strong carrying bag. The drill also features a built-in LED light and comes with a adjustable front handle and a couple of double-ended driver bits. The keyless chuck holds the drill bit very securely whilst remaining easy to release when needed. The keyless chuck is also not quite as large as some drills in the same price range, meaning that your choice of bits is reduced. The Bosch PSB 18volt is a very good drill with some impressive features (not least the additional battery) for the money. The PSB comes with the usual accessories including a charger, additional front handle and a sturdy carry case, but it is the built-in features which make this drill so good. Bosch PSB 18v Li Combi Drill (2 Batteries) Price: £99. The drill features a huge 30 torque settings, as well as hammer and driver settings. As with most modern drills, the DeWALT features a keyless chuck and dual speed gearing, along with a hammer action setting. At £99 it is right at the top of our £100 budget, but for that you get a high quality drill with a very useful second/spare battery. Black & Decker 18v Hammer Drill (2 Batteries) Price: £79. This drill feels reassuringly solid in your hand and the batteries seem to hold their charge very well. DeWALT 18v Combi Drill (2 Batteries) Price: £99. The EPC188BK-GB 18v cordless hammer drill from Black & Decker is ideal for most DIY tasks around the home. The Bosch PSB 18v is a solid, reliable and reasonably light cordless drill. The safety cutout feature is a nice addition for a drill at this price. 5kg, the Black & Decker is fairly light, but doesn’t feel quite as solid as some of the other drills mentioned here.