For this list, I'm specifically looking at cordless drills with brushed motors, which are known for their simplicity and cost-effectiveness. I'll also tackle brushless motors in a future update ...

While its low torque output and lack of a brushless motor limit ... While this 12-volt model won’t compete with the 18-volt rotary drills we tested, it’s still a powerful little machine.

Makita battery chargers have a lot of different light colors and patterns, each of which signals something different.

We test drill drivers and combi drills (that come with a setting to hammer drill hard materials) from popular brands, including DeWalt, Makita, Milwaukee and more ... but voltages can range from ...

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Still, you don’t even have to call in a professional to hang your TV. You just need the proper tools and you need to know the right technique for how to drill into brick. From hanging interior ...

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Brushless motors ... “Heavy 36V drills exist but typically 18V is best for a home drill,” says Carl Bubb, category manager for Screwfix. “12V is also an option; they are generally lighter ...