There’s nothing quite like having power tools at your disposal. Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast or want to make life easier, having a toolbox full of cordless tools is nice.
There are plenty of options for cordless tools, but which ones are worth buying? We’ve put together a list of our favorite battery-powered tools below.
Hammer Drill
The hammer drill is the most powerful hand-held power tool. It’s a cordless drill with a hammering function that can be used for drilling into hard materials such as concrete and stone. The hammer drill is ideal for residential and commercial applications, but it’s especially useful in construction zones where there are no outlets to plug your tool into.
The hammer drill uses two different types: regular drill bits and impact bits. Regular bits are used for drilling holes, while impact bits are used for breaking up concrete or masonry when you want to make a hole.
Circular Saw
A circular saw is essential for any DIYer because it allows you to cut through wood quickly and easily without using a handsaw or other blade saws. You can also use a circular saw to easily make straight cuts through wood, so it’s great for building shelving units or other furniture pieces.
Circular saws come in two different varieties: corded and cordless models. Corded models have an electric cord that must be plugged into an outlet every time you need power from your tool, while cordless models operate on rechargeable batteries.
Finish Nailer
Finish nailers are one of the most versatile types of guns. They fire a small nail, typically between 1-1/2 and 2 inches long. The nails can be used for everything from trim work to installing door and window casings. They can also be used for attaching molding around baseboards, crown molding, and other decorative trim.
A finish nailer is designed to drive nails into tight spaces where you can’t get your hands to drive the nails by hand. It’s also designed to drive them at angles that would be difficult or impossible with a manual hammer or tacker.
Impact Driver
An impact driver is designed to drive screws into wood or metal at high speed, so it doesn’t use any pneumatic air like a compressor. Instead, an impact driver uses a battery pack that must be recharged after each use. In addition, since there’s no air involved in driving screws, an impact driver doesn’t make much noise or just a little vibration as it drives each screw home.
Cordless Blower/Vacuum
Cordless blowers and vacuums are great because they eliminate your need for an electrical outlet while working outside or inside the house. They’re especially useful if you have a small yard or live in an apartment or condo with limited access to power outlets.
Conclusion
Having several battery-powered tools around the job site can make it much easier to work when outlets aren’t available. Whether you’re working on something that needs constant power or wants to cut down on cord clutter, battery tools can be a good investment.