Which drill should I get for home projects?

For everyday tasks like assembling furniture or hanging shelves, a standard cordless drill with a <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Tools-Power-Tools-Drills-Power-Drills/12V/N-5yc1vZc7jjZ1z1xo7u?emt=plpfaq_2501_powerdrills" style="text-decoration: underline;">12V</a> or <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Tools-Power-Tools-Drills-Power-Drills/18V/N-5yc1vZc7jjZ1z1xob2?emt=plpfaq_2501_powerdrills" style="text-decoration: underline;">18V battery</a> is an excellent choice. These drills offer good power and are lightweight and easy to handle.

What are the different types of power drills?

There are two main types: cordless and corded. <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Tools-Power-Tools-Drills-Power-Drills/Cordless/N-5yc1vZc7jjZ1z140i3?emt=plpfaq_2501_powerdrills" style="text-decoration: underline;">Cordless drills</a> are great for portability and quick jobs around the house, while <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Tools-Power-Tools-Drills-Power-Drills/Corded/N-5yc1vZc7jjZ1z141kh?emt=plpfaq_2501_powerdrills" style="text-decoration: underline;">corded drills</a> offer more power for heavy-duty tasks. You'll find both options in different chuck sizes, so you can choose the drill that best suits your needs.

What is the purpose of a variable speed setting on a power drill?

<a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Tools-Power-Tools-Drills-Power-Drills/Variable-Speed/N-5yc1vZc7jjZ1z0o2m7?emt=plpfaq_2501_powerdrills" style="text-decoration: underline;">Variable speed control</a> lets you adjust the drill's speed based on the material you are working with. This helps you avoid damaging soft materials like wood or plastic while providing enough power to drill into tougher materials.

Which power drills are the top rated?

The <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-M18-18-Volt-Lithium-Ion-Brushless-Cordless-1-2-in-Compact-Drill-Driver-Kit-with-Titanium-Drill-Bit-Set-23-Piece-3601-22CT-48-89-4631/328104215?emt=plpfaq_2501_powerdrills" style="text-decoration: underline;">M18 18-Volt Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Compact Drill/Driver Kit with Titanium Drill Bit Set (23-Piece)</a> is one of our top-rated power drills.

Why would I want a second handle on my power drill?

A <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Tools-Power-Tools-Drills-Power-Drills/Second-Handle/N-5yc1vZc7jjZ1z1pku6?emt=plpfaq_2501_powerdrills" style="text-decoration: underline;">second handle</a> provides a more secure grip when working with heavy-duty projects or larger pieces. It helps you control the drill better and reduces strain on your hands and wrists.

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M18 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Compact Drill/Driver with One 2.0 Ah Battery, Charger and Tool Bag

(4.7 / 1005)

Model# 3601-21P

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M18 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Compact Drill/Driver Kit with Two 2.0 Ah Batteries, Charger and Case

(4.7 / 1019)

Model# 3601-22CT

$19900

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M18 FUEL 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Drill/Driver Kit with (3) 5.0Ah Batteries, Charger and Hard Case

(4.7 / 2591)

Model# 2903-22-48-11-1850

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$28900

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M18 FUEL 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1-1/2 in. Lineman Magnetic Drill High Demand Kit w/ Two 8.0Ah Batteries

(4.7 / 37)

Model# 2788-22HD

$2,99900

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M18 FUEL 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Drill/Driver Kit W/(2) 5.0Ah Batteries, Charger, and Hard Case

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Model# 2903-22

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M18 FUEL 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Drill/Driver (Tool-Only)

(4.7 / 246)

Model# 2903-20

$18900

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M18 FUEL 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Mud Mixer (Tool-Only)

(4.7 / 368)

Model# 2810-20

$22900

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M18 18V Lithium-Ion Cordless 1/2 in. Drill Driver (Tool-Only)

(4.4 / 682)

Model# 2606-20

$12900

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M18 FUEL 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Mud Mixer with M18 5.0 Ah Battery

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Model# 2810-20-48-11-1850

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M18 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Compact Drill/Driver (Tool-Only)

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Model# 3601-20

$13900

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M18 18V Lithium-Ion Cordless 1/2 in. Drill Driver Kit w/(2) 1.5Ah Batteries, Charger, Soft Case

(4.5 / 988)

Model# 2606-22CT

$17900

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M18 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Compact Drill/Driver Kit with SHOCKWAVE Screw Driver Bit Set (45-Piece)

(4.7 / 1005)

Model# 3601-22CT-48-32-4023

$21900

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Dewalt 20V MAX

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Dewalt 60V MAX Flexvolt

Hilti 12V

Milwaukee M18 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Compact Drill/Driver with One 2.0 Ah Battery, Charger and Tool Bag

Milwaukee M18 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Compact Drill/Driver Kit with Two 2.0 Ah Batteries, Charger and Case

Milwaukee M18 FUEL 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Drill/Driver Kit with (3) 5.0Ah Batteries, Charger and Hard Case

Milwaukee M18 FUEL 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1-1/2 in. Lineman Magnetic Drill High Demand Kit w/ Two 8.0Ah Batteries

Milwaukee M18 FUEL 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Drill/Driver Kit W/(2) 5.0Ah Batteries, Charger, and Hard Case

Milwaukee M18 FUEL 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Drill/Driver (Tool-Only)

Milwaukee M18 FUEL 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Mud Mixer (Tool-Only)

Milwaukee M18 18V Lithium-Ion Cordless 1/2 in. Drill Driver (Tool-Only)

Milwaukee M18 FUEL 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Mud Mixer with M18 5.0 Ah Battery

Milwaukee M18 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Compact Drill/Driver (Tool-Only)

Milwaukee M18 18V Lithium-Ion Cordless 1/2 in. Drill Driver Kit w/(2) 1.5Ah Batteries, Charger, Soft Case

Milwaukee M18 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Compact Drill/Driver Kit with SHOCKWAVE Screw Driver Bit Set (45-Piece)

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M18 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Compact Drill/Driver with One 2.0 Ah Battery, Charger and Tool Bag

Milwaukee
M18 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Compact Drill/Driver Kit with Two 2.0 Ah Batteries, Charger and Case

Milwaukee
M18 FUEL 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Drill/Driver Kit with (3) 5.0Ah Batteries, Charger and Hard Case

Milwaukee
M18 FUEL 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1-1/2 in. Lineman Magnetic Drill High Demand Kit w/ Two 8.0Ah Batteries

Milwaukee
M18 FUEL 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Drill/Driver Kit W/(2) 5.0Ah Batteries, Charger, and Hard Case

Milwaukee
M18 FUEL 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Drill/Driver (Tool-Only)

Milwaukee
M18 FUEL 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Mud Mixer (Tool-Only)

Milwaukee
M18 18V Lithium-Ion Cordless 1/2 in. Drill Driver (Tool-Only)

Milwaukee
M18 FUEL 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Mud Mixer with M18 5.0 Ah Battery

Milwaukee
M18 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Compact Drill/Driver (Tool-Only)

Milwaukee
M18 18V Lithium-Ion Cordless 1/2 in. Drill Driver Kit w/(2) 1.5Ah Batteries, Charger, Soft Case

Milwaukee
M18 18V Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Compact Drill/Driver Kit with SHOCKWAVE Screw Driver Bit Set (45-Piece)