12 best electric drills

Best drill mixers

Often, construction and finishing works require the preparation of compositions for painting, plastering surfaces, adhesives or cement mortars for laying tiles and other tasks. Devices capable of stirring building compounds of varying degrees of viscosity are used by professionals and those who have decided to independently perform a large amount of finishing work around the house.

If you are looking for the best drill mixer the following models are worth checking out:

Hitachi UM16VST

This 2-speed model has a power of 1500 W, a maximum spindle speed of 650 per minute, and works with an M14 chuck.

+ Pros of Hitachi UM16VST

1. Increased reliability, high-quality assembly, due to which you can use a drill for the preparation of any solutions, from plaster compounds to concrete mixtures for laying tiles or facing natural stone.
2. Soft start option to stabilize operation.
3. 4m cord for easy handling with soft rubber surface.
4. Galvanized nozzle that allows you to create a solution of any degree of viscosity and consistency.
5. Resistance to negative temperatures, due to which it is comfortable to use the tool both in summer and in the autumn-winter period.
6. High performance.

- Cons of Hitachi UM16VST

1. Low efficiency of work with solutions containing crushed stone.
2. Long set of revolutions.
3. Large weight (over 4 kg).
4. High price.

Interskol D-16 / 1050R2

The 1050 W device is equipped with a key cartridge, has reverse functions and reaches 550 rpm when working with solutions. The universal model is used for both drilling and mixing of compounds.

+ Pros Interskol D-16 / 1050R2

1. Convenient design for long-term work, high-quality plastic, non-slip handles.
2. Protection of the motor from overheating, the high-speed motor can cope with serious loads, thanks to which this drill is considered a universal tool.
3. Can be used as a grinder with the appropriate attachment.
4. Ease of use, minimal maintenance during operation.
5. Low cost.

- Cons Interskol D-16 / 1050R2

1. Insecure starter grip attachment and average build quality.
2. Small service life of carbon brushes.
3. Wire rigidity, susceptibility to mechanical damage.
4. Perceptible jerk of the instrument when the reverse is engaged.
5. Low resource of the cartridge: with intensive use, after a few months, it may need to be replaced.

The best impact drills in the high-end segment

Guess what impact drill is better not worth it, and if the allocated budget is not limited, and you need a tool for frequent use, you should definitely choose more expensive models. The most successful devices in this class are the Metabo SBE 900 Impuls and the Bosch GSB 21-2 RCT.

Impact drill Metabo SBE 900 Impuls

The model is equipped with a chuck of the proprietary Futuro Plus quick-clamping design, and the operation provides for the possibility of reversing. There is no built-in backlight, but there is a speed control with the support of their constant number under load.

According to the specifications, the largest drilling diameter in brick is 20 mm, in metal - 13 mm, in wood - 40 mm. In this case, the maximum size of the cartridge will be 13 mm, and its mount is type 1/2. It is included in the package as well as the long handle, case and drill depth stop.

Users highlight a lot of positive aspects of this model. In addition, the owners mention some technical features and high versatility of the model.

+ Pros of Metabo SBE 900 Impuls

1. German reliable quality;
2. Pulse mode;
3. Sufficiently high power 900 W with brushes that automatically shut off when worn;
4. Two-speed gearbox that can rotate with a frequency in the range from 0 to 3100 rpm.
5. Long 4m cable;
6. The weight of the device without additional accessories is only 2700 grams.
7. Ergonomics, convenient for drilling in hard-to-reach places.

- Cons of Metabo SBE 900 Impuls

1. Large weight;
2. The chuck does not grip large drills well.

Impact crap Bosch GSB 21-2 RCT

The kit of this model additionally includes: a handle; case; drill depth stop up to 210 mm. Without taking them into account, the weight is 2900 grams. At the initial speed, the number of revolutions per minute can reach only 900, and at the second - 3000. The largest hole drilling diameter in brick is 22 mm, in metals - 16 mm, and in wood - 40 mm. In this case, the frequency of blows is 51,000 beats. / min. The model does not have a backlight, but there is an option for reverse and speed control.

+ Pros of Bosch GSB 21-2 RCT

1. Comfortable to hold in hand;
2. High power, as well as the ability to adjust it;
3. Reverse function;
4. An Antirotation clutch is used to protect the drill from jamming.
5. Long power cable;
6. Case included.

- Cons Bosch GSB 21-2 RCT

1. Weak cartridge, poorly holds some types of equipment;
2. Slightly overpriced as for this model;
3. Large weight, can be inconvenient when used in hard-to-reach places;
4. Incomplete electronics.
5. If you often work in shock mode, the spindle backlash appears.

Reliable electric drill Makita HP1640K 680 W

Single speed electric drill. The power is small, only 680 W, however, in terms of functionality, reliability, performance, the model will not yield to stronger counterparts. A product with a perforator that allows you to make holes in concrete. The maximum number of revolutions - 2800 per minute, strikes - 44800. Cam chuck, clamped with a key, suitable for drills with a cross section of 1.5-13 mm. There is a reverse, speed control. The set includes a durable, comfortable case made of thick plastic.

The drill is assembled at factories in Finland and Romania. The cost is rather low, 3900-5700 rubles, the build quality is at a high level. The mechanism easily withstands continuous work with intensive drilling. The tooling in the chuck does not rotate, the clamp is reliable.

An economical tool for home use or for professionals where frequent tool changes and large holes are not required.

Owners like the low cost, solid assembly, reliability, durability, practical case, high-quality cartridge. No complaints found.

Pros:

• acceptable price;
• high-quality assembly;
• good cartridge;
• lack of backlash;
• convenient storage case;
• durability.

Criteria for choosing a drill for home use

Power

The motor power of modern electric drills varies from 500 to 1500 W. This important parameter determines the torque of the tool and the ability to machine dense materials.A weak motor will not crank the drill in steel, the grinding wheel will get stuck in birch plywood. The more power, the greater the weight of the tool. For household work, it is recommended to choose a drill with a 700-800 W motor.

Shaft speed

The engine rotation speed varies from 2000 to 4000 rpm. For each drill, the manufacturer selects the optimal rotation speed (it is called nominal and is indicated in the model's characteristics). The higher the speed, the more times the drill passes through the material, giving a cleaner surface. At high speeds, the risk of errors increases - the hand trembled, the drill went to the side, ruining the workpiece.

Drilling diameter

The Drill Diameter parameter defines the largest hole that the drill makes in different materials. Obviously, wood is very different in density from steel, so the manufacturer sets for his product the maximum hole diameter in wood and separately in steel. If the drill has an impact mode, then the diameter in concrete is also normalized.

Chuck type

The chucks in which the tool is clamped are of two types: with a key and a quick-release.

The main thing is not to lose the key to the cartridge.

The chuck with a key has been known for a long time - in it the jaws are compressed using a toothed nut, which is turned with a special key. Advantages: secure drill hold even in the most difficult working conditions. Disadvantage: Drill change takes a minute, key is easy to lose.

Keyless chuck hand tighten

Keyless chucks have appeared in recent years. In them, the clamping nut is turned by hand. The advantages and disadvantages are opposite to the key chuck - the tool changes in ten seconds, but the strength of the hands is not always enough for a strong clamping, for example, at the exit from the metal, the drill wedges, the shank slips in the chuck.

Equipment

The simplest set consists of one item - the drill itself. If the manufacturer offers additional items, this is a big plus. The kit may include:

• A small suitcase is an excellent packaging for storage and transportation. The tool and accessories are neatly stored and do not collect dust.
• The tool set is a basic set of the most popular drills for wood, metal or concrete.
• Laser level - attached to the impact drill, needed to mark wall holes.
• Nut Attachment - Clamps grinding and cut-off wheels.
• Additional handle - screwed to the body, by which the master holds the tool with his other hand, for example, when drilling concrete.
• Depth gauge - a pin with a ruler screwed to the body, will not allow the drill to plunge further than measured.
• Spare brushes. The collector motor is powered through moving contacts - carbon brushes. This part wears out over time. It's good if the manufacturer has prepared a replacement.

Additional functions

Engineers implement additional features in electric drills that make work convenient and safe. The most important features:

• Smooth start. The collector motor starts in short-circuit mode, which generates current surges in the network, the collector brushes burn out. The regulator will smoothly increase the rotation speed to the maximum, the tool will last longer.
• Automatic speed controller. The electronic circuitry maintains a constant rotational speed of the drill regardless of the applied load. The drill handles wood and metal equally smoothly.
• Locking the switch. If the drill is operated with a grinder or machine, the motor must run continuously. The button holder will free the hands of the master.
• Reverse engine. A convenient function that will help if the drill is jammed at the exit from the metal. The master clicks the lever, the direction of rotation of the drill is reversed (reverse) - the tool is released.
• Chuck brake. When the master removes his finger from the trigger, the cartridge continues to rotate by inertia, it is dangerous to touch it.The braking system instantly stops chuck rotation after the engine is turned off.

Other important criteria

When choosing an electric drill, take it in hand. In a good drill, the handle is equipped with rubber spacers and fits comfortably in the palm of your hand. Buttons and switches are easy to press, the chuck rotates smoothly, does not dangle in the longitudinal direction.

The smallest DIOLD MES-5-01 BZP 550 W

Differs in small dimensions, weighing only 1.3 kg. Convenient to use, very similar to the VORTEX D-550B 550 W model discussed above. The power is the same - 550 watts. The price is about the same. Shockless, you can drill wood, plastic, metal. Hole diameters from 10 to 20 mm for different materials. Maximum rotation speed - 2500 rpm. Can be lowered with the rotation regulator. There is a reverse. Keyless chuck, holds drills with shank up to 10 mm. The design allows the product to be used as a screwdriver.

Mains power supply, frost-resistant cable, 4 meters long. The motor has electronic overload protection. When the drill gets jammed, it will automatically shut off. An extra handle is included, but there is no storage case.

DIOLD MES-5-01 BZP 550 W is intended for household use. The model perfectly serves as a screwdriver and is suitable for occasional use in household chores.

Owners like it for its compactness, low weight, keyless chuck, smooth speed control. There are complaints about the fact that the drill only clamps up to 10 mm in diameter. They also indicate the absence of a case.

Pros:

• compact and lightweight;
• keyless chuck;
• smooth rotation control;
• no backlash;
• durable plastic case;
• frost-resistant cable.