Cordless Power Tool Reviews

Our in depth cordless power tool reviews include battery powered cordless drills, cordless saws, LED flashlights, cordless oscillating multi-tools, and more. If you’re a Pro, knowing whether or not you’re using the very best tools for the job makes all the difference. Pro Tool Reviews does head-to-head testing, tool shootouts, and individual tool reviews. We cover the latest products so you can know which manufacturers and tools work the best. Cordless Power Tool Reviews for Pros While anyone can read our cordless power tool reviews, we write them with professional tradesmen in mind. That means we test some tools in-house with our expert panel of tool testers. Others, we send out on the jobsite and put them into the hands of Pros for evaluation. This lets us really get a feel for how a tool performs against the expectations of real-world applications. Also, it ensures we don’t miss out on a particular tool application we may not have thought of.

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DeWalt 12V MAX Impact Driver DCF815S2 Preview

DeWalt DCF815S2 12V Impact Driver Preview

DeWalt recently announced the launch of a 12V MAX Lithium Ion 1/4″ Impact Driver Kit (DCF815S2) and 3/8” Impact Wrench Kit (DCF813S2) as part of its new 12 Volt MAX Lithium Ion cordless platform. Weighing just over two pounds, the impact driver and impact wrench are compact and lightweight for ease of use in tight areas or overhead applications. Both products incorporate a contoured grip, designed for comfort and balance, as well as three LED lights that provide visibility without shadows in dark work areas.The small, lightweight design of these tools is ideal for cabinetmakers and HVAC professionals, as well as electrical, mechanical and general contractors who perform fastening applications; often overhead or in tight spaces.

DeWalt 12V MAX Compact Kit DCK210S2 Preview

DeWalt DCK210S2 12V Compact Combo Kit Preview

DeWalt’s new 12 Volt MAX Combo Kit is compact and lightweight, allowing contractors to easily access tight areas for jobsite versatility. Three LED lights eliminate shadows on work surfaces and provide improved visibility to ensure better accuracy, compared to existing products on the market. For added convenience, a one hand loading 1/4-inch hex chuck allows users to simply push in the bit to lock it in place as well as accepts a 1″ bit tip to fit into the tightest spaces. The clutch of the driver is easy to access, and 0-1,050 RPMs deliver the speed that contractors demand, while the impact driver’s 950 in-lbs of torque is industry-leading.

Bosch PS21-2A pocket driver

Bosch PS21-2A Pocket Driver Review

Bosch’s new PS21-2A 12V Pocket Driver improves significantly upon last year’s model (the PS20-2A). Suffice it to say, Bosch has completely re-engineered the guts of this driver, tripling its torque and shrinking its footprint by a striking amount. They also beefed up the lithium-ion battery, giving the tool a nice tweak in the power department and showing that Bosch is serious about its technology. The purpose of the tool is to fill the needs of all manner of users, from contractors who want a handy, portable driver, to homeowners looking to obtain a beefy, lightweight solution for all their small project needs.

DeWALT DC515K 18V Cordless 1/2 Gallon Wet/Dry Portable Vac Review

DeWalt DC515K 18V Wet Dry Portable Vac Review

Take the idea of a Dirt Devil and let the engineers at DeWalt toy with the concept for a while. What you get is the DeWALT DC515K 18V Cordless 1/2 Gallon Wet/Dry Portable Vac. With cord-free vacuuming ability, you can now easily clean up almost anywhere. To make getting into tight spaces even easier, just pull out the attached 2.5 foot long hose.

Milwaukee M12 Right Angle Drilling

Milwaukee M12 Right Angle Drill Kit Review 2415-21

The 2415-21 Milwaukee M12 3/8″ Right Angle Drill Kit makes it easy to drill holes and install fasteners in tight spaces thanks to its compact head size, a 3/8″ ratcheting chuck and a locking spindle. Milwaukee is all about making certain tasks easier and this drill is ideally suited for cabinet installers, furniture builders and anyone else that has to work in confined spaces.

Milwaukee 2590-20 M12 Radio Review

Milwaukee 2590-20 M12 Radio Review

The 2590-20 Milwaukee M12 Radio offers big sound in a small package thanks to features like a digital tuner, a built in MP3 player storage pocket and a sturdy design that can take job site abuse. This radio can operate with either the compact Milwaukee 12 volt Lithium-ion batteries or the included 120V A/C adapter.

DeWALT DCK265L 18-Volt Compact Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit Review

DeWalt DCK265L 18-volt Compact Combo Kit Review

If you do a lot of screwing and drilling, then you definitely need the reliable, compact power that is offered by the DeWALT DCK265L 18V lithium-Ion powered Compact Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit. This combo kit includes the new DCF826 18V Impact Driver and the DCD760 18V Compact 1/2″ Drill/Driver along with two batteries and a charger – all packaged up in a sturdy storage case.