At under $70, the SKIL PWRCore 12V is the only brushless combo kit that won't break the bank for light DIY use. The patented PWRCore battery tech delivers 25% longer runtime than standard 12V batteries.
If you're a renter or occasional DIYer who just needs something reliable for furniture assembly and picture hanging, SKIL's PWRCore kit is genuinely impressive for the price. Don't expect it to replace a pro-grade tool, but for the money it's hard to beat.
“I reached for my Skil 12v drill before my Makita 18v to place anchors to hang some pictures a couple weeks ago. It did the job as well as my Milwaukee Fuel 12v drill would have done.”
Slickdeals community member (Will_R) · read full review →
“Although not as powerful as most of the other options on this list, we found the Skil PWR CORE to be a great budget-friendly option for tackling small projects around the house, like taking apart and assembling furniture and hanging wall art through six months of use.”
The Spruce (SKIL PWRCore review) · read full review →
“Five minutes on the charger is enough to get you through 30 minutes of drilling, so it's basically always ready to go. After our six-month at-home test, we're happy to report that its performance or battery life has remained the same.”
The Spruce (long-term test) · read full review →
“This product is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on over 50 ratings.”
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