The ONE+ battery ecosystem powers 260+ tools, so your first battery investment grows with you. Lightweight, ergonomic, and forgiving enough for total beginners while handling real tasks like drywall, lumber, and shelf-hanging.
The drill had plenty of power for drilling into drywall and dimensional lumber. The interchangeable battery was easy to insert and remove, while the lightweight design and the ergonomic controls minimized arm and hand fatigue.
Ryobi's 18V Cordless Drill was a standout in our latest test of cordless drills, delivering plenty of power for drilling into drywall and dimensional lumber. The drill's lightweight design and the ergonomic controls minimized arm and hand fatigue.
Ryobi is perfectly adequate for the average DIYer. I would use it heavily on a site but for household DIY and occasional larger projects it's fine, and a lot cheaper than DeWalt or Makita.
Haven't regretted going for Ryobi's One+ system, the range of tools I'd say is unparalleled. I'd agree dewalt and makita are technically superior but you get what you pay for I suppose.
Under $60 with a 30-piece accessory kit included, this is the drill experts recommend to first-time homeowners who need to hang shelves and assemble furniture without overthinking it. Weighs just over 2 lbs and holds a charge for months.
Tops performance charts for 12V drills despite its compact size, CNET called it 'dynamite, explosive performance in a small package.' Comes with two batteries and a carrying case, making it the best-equipped kit in its class.
DeWalt's 20V MAX platform is the most recommended upgrade path on Reddit and among tradespeople, buy it once and it lasts decades. The brushless motor delivers pro-grade durability that beginners will grow into rather than outgrow.
Five minutes on the charger gives you 30 minutes of drilling, it's basically always ready. At $69 with a brushless motor, it punches well above its price for beginners tackling furniture assembly, wall art, and light repairs.