Review: What makes a good cordless screwdriver the best cordless screwdriver?
Posted on | February 26, 2010 |
Sorry for not posting in the last few months but things have been extremely busy for me. I have been using my great Makita cordless screwdriver quite a bit during this time. I have found that I’ve been using this power tool more and more, and my other tools have been staying in the toolbox. This is because cordless screwdrivers are very versatile tools that aren’t a hassle to carry around. Think of all the times you have used your cordless drill; you always think about whether or not you actually need it. You wont take it with you if there is only a slight chance that you will need it. This is because it is a pretty large and heavy tool. The cordless screwdriver however is to so small and light that you can carry it around with you all the time without being a hassle. My drill only comes with me when I know that the job is too demanding for my little screwdriver…but otherwise it stays at home or in my trunk. So far, I have never been let down by my little Makita.
Have I intrigued you about cordless screwdrivers? You might be wondering what the best cordless screwdrivers on the market are. Is there a huge difference between Dewalt and Makita, or even models from Black and Decker. The answer is yes, there are huge differences between some of these models that you should be aware of. First of all, you should be concerned about power. There are some cordless power screwdrivers that lack power and are therefore limited in usability. When selecting a cheaper brand such as Black and Decker or Skil you want to watch out for this. The second most important thing to look out for is build quality. There are many cheap power tools out there that cheap for a very good reason. These will work for the occasional household user but that’s it.
In the end of the day you are left with a small group of cordless screwdrivers from Dewalt and Makita, maybe even one or two from Black and Decker, Skil, Milwaukee etc. After reading a few of the best cordless screwdriver reviews you will probably narrow your selection to the Dewalt DW920K-2 7.2 volt, the Makita DF010DSE 7.2 volt lithium ion, or the Makita TD020DSEW 7.2 volt cordless impact screwdriver with lithium ion batteries. This is because they have the most power, the most features, and the best build quality. Which one is right for you is only for you to determine. Go to the store and play around with them. Compare the specs and make a decision. Either way you will not regret your purchase.
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