Tool Reviews & Buying Guides by Trade

If you want to read articles and reviews that are trade-specific, try our Tool Reviews by Trade section. This organizes our site into topics suited particularly for a specific trade such as plumbing, electrical, framing, roofing & siding, concrete/masonry, and carpentry.
Tool Reviews by Trade Craft
Roofing and siding pros will find pneumatic roofing nailers as well as tools like cap staplers and hammer tackers. Tile & Flooring Pros will gain easy access to our tile saws, flooring staplers, and floor scrapers. As a painting professional, reviews of airless sprayers and cordless sprayers may interest you the most. You can count on one thing: whatever your craft, you need good tools. Our tool reviews by trade will help you drill down to quickly find the information you need. If you want to avoid anything that sits outside of your trade, this way helps you do it. If you can’t find a tool here, let us know.

Bosch 22612 impact wrench

Bosch 12V Impactor Cordless Impact Wrench 22612 Preview

Bosch 12V 22612 features an Innovative Hammer & Anvil System, a 1/2″ Square Anvil Soft-grip handle. Also, a Cutting-edge, high-performance motor and all-metal gears(Super fast operating speed, delivering a category-best 3,200 BPM and 2,800 RPM), and Lightweight 3.7 pounds and 6.5 inches in length that is incredibly versatile for use in dozens of drilling, fastening and driving applications. In addition, it offers aluminum gear housing with protective rubber front, Externally accessible brushes for easy brush replacement, a Multi-purpose reversible tool hook, a Variable-speed trigger for complete control, a Multiple-position swivel, and LED lighting system that increases visibility.

Bosch PS40-2A impact driver LEDs

Bosch 12V Max Litheon Impactor Driver PS40-2A

Bosch PS40-2A 12-Volt features 60% more torque, a hammer and anvil system produces 800 in-lbs of torque and delivers 1,800 RPM/3,000 BPM. Also, a LED Light Ring that illuminate work area for use in dark areas, Litheon 12V Max Batteries, and Spring-Loaded Impact Mechanism that reduces user fatigue. In addition, it features an Aluminum gear housing with protective rubber front, 1/4″ hex drive with Quick Release, and Ergonomic Soft Grip Handle for extended comfort and control, a Bumpers on Side of Tool that protect work surface and prevent slipping, and Variable speed Trigger for complete control.

Bosch 13624-2G hammer drill

Bosch 24V Brute Tough 1/2″ Cordless Hammer Drill 13624-2G

Bosch 24V 13624-2G features a Steel-reinforced collar that enhances durability and protects tool. Bosch Unibody powertrain maintains alignment between clutch, gearbox and. Also, DuraShield housing, and this model has the Highest Torque available (Powers through the toughest applications with 600 in.-lbs. of torque). In addition, it offers Two-speed gearbox which optimized for two modes of operation( High torque mode produces 600 inch/lbs. of torque and high speed mode generates 0-1,500 RPM/18,000 BPM). Externally changeable brushes that can be replaced in as little as 2 minutes, and with Ratcheting, single-sleeve 1/2″ chuck with carbide teeth(for one handed bit changes). And lastly, it features Built-in overload protection that extend motor life under the toughest applications.

Bosch 17618 hammer drill

Bosch 18V Brute Tough Hammer Drill 15618 Preview

The new 18V Bosch 15618 features a new Two Speed Gearbox with a high torque mode that produces over 600 in.-lbs. of torque. Bosch has also added a High Strength Metal Collar that Enhances durability and protects the tool when dropped on the chuck. The 15618 has a newly designed powertrain for longer life and durability. With a new 25 position chuck, variable speed trigger, external brush access, Durasheild Housing, and BLUECORE battery technology.

Bosch 17614-01 hammer drill

Bosch 14.4V Brute Tough 1/2″ Hammer Drill 15614 Preview

The new 14.4V Bosch 15614 Brute Tough 1/2-Inch Hammer Drill features a new Two Speed Gearbox with a high torque mode that produces over 550-Inch-lbs. of torque. Bosch has also added a High Strength Metal Collar that Enhances durability.The 15614 has a newly designed powertrain for longer life. With a new 25 position chuck, variable speed trigger, external brush access, Durashield Housing and Bluecore battery technology.

Bosch 17618 hammer drill

Bosch 18V Litheon Brute Tough Hammer Drill 17618-01

The New Bosch 18V Litheon 17618-01 features a High torque mode produces over 650 in.-lbs and High speed mode. Also, Durashield Housing & unibody powertrain provide optimum reinforcement to withstand real world conditions and Bosch Litheon Batteries are designed for maximum cyclelife, minimum self-discharge and no memory effect. In addition, it features 1/2″ Metal Chuck for increased durability and High Strength Metal Collar enhances tool durability and protection when dropped on the chuck. The newly Designed Powertrain and Gears increases tool life and durability, and with LED Light for dark or enclosed areas. For extended comfort and control, Ergonomic two-tone soft grip will handle that, and 25 Position Clutch plus Variable speed trigger for complete control.

Bosch 17614-01 hammer drill

Bosch 14.4V Litheon Brute Tough Hammer Drill 17614-01

The new Bosch 14.4V Litheon 17614-01 features a Durashield Housing and unibody powertrain provide optimum reinforcement, Bosch Litheon Batteries – Designed for maximum cyclelife, minimum self-discharge and not memory effect, a High Strength Metal Collar which enhances tool durability and protection, a Newly Designed Powertrain and Gears increases tool life and durability, Ergonomic two-tone soft grip handle, a 25 Position Clutch, and a variable speed trigger for complete control.

Bosch 1664K circular saw

Bosch 18v Cordless 6-1/2″ Circular Saw (Tool Only) 1664B Preview

Bosch 18V Circular Saw 1664B offers a Saw hook, anda 50° bevel cuts twice as much material. Also, it features Rear Depth Adjustment to quickly match depth of stock for more accurate cuts. The Durable, Impact Resistant Polycarbonate Lower Guard, and Spindle Lock for Easy Blade Change. In addition, it offers a Clear Viewing Area which provides an unobstructed view of cut line.

Bosch 1664K circular saw

Bosch 18V Cordless 6-1/2″ Circular Saw Kit 1664K Preview

Bosch’s 18V Circular Saw 1664K offers a saw hook that allows convenience tool storage between cuts. A 50 degree bevel cuts nearly twice as much material than many competing models. Also, it features a rear depth adjustment to quickly match the depth of stock for more accurate cuts. The durable, impact resistant polycarbonate lower guard lowers the weight while still providing a tough material for protection. A spindle lock allows for easy blade changes. In addition, it offers a clear viewing area, which provides an unobstructed view of the cut line.