Cordless Drills

One of the most iconic tools of any craftsman, the cordless drill is one of the most versatile tools for boring holes or creating space for fixtures. Thanks to its compact design and easy handling, it's a small wonder that many choose the cordless version for a whole range of work around the house and in the workshop.

Buying Cordless Drills

If you see a drill described with hammer in its title, it simply means that the chuck on the drill hammers as well as rotates, giving you more punch and making it easier to penetrate hard surfaces such as masonry.

Like a lot of our products at World of Power, buying a drill depends mostly on what you'll be using it for and how often you'll be using it. Basic standard models are good to tackle domestic jobs and work on simple timber tasks, but for more varied work, including different materials such as thicker metals, it's good to look at top-end models with greater capabilities. Take a look at the torque variations – the greater the range, the more scope you have for taking any form of job with the correct power.

Because cordless drills are powered from specialist batteries, it's worth looking at investing in at least one extra set of rechargeables for lengthy work. This way you won't be left waiting around for hours while you wait for your current set to power up, you can simply switch the sets around for continuous work.

SDS Drill Power

These drills are named so for their Special Direct System, making them extremely powerful. Fitted with a professional chuck, they have superb holding power, making heavy-duty jobs much easier. They feature three functions: normal drill, hammer action and chisel action.

Choosing Powered Screwdrivers

Light, compact and super-versatile, powered models of the craftsman's friend make those difficult to reach jobs that much easier. A spindle lock is a useful feature to look out for, as it turns your tool into a manual driver, should you need a couple of extra turns, and choosing a model with different torque settings means you'll have more precision control.