Drill, impact driver, reciprocating saw, and task light with two batteries for around $189-$239 — Craftsman's V20 platform delivers near-pro performance at a price that won't scare off first-time buyers.
Craftsman is the sweet spot between budget Ryobi and premium DeWalt. The V20 platform is solid, the tools perform well for typical homeowner tasks, and you can find it at Lowe's without hunting for deals.
“My early 2000s Craftsman starter set is still the heart of my tool collection. I don't use the ratchets anymore, and I've bought many other things to augment, but those are still my go-to sockets and wrenches.”
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“Don't spend the cheese on Craftsman, I gave one of there new ratchets a go a few months ago and it broke day one. The quality just is not there anymore.”
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“This combo kit of top-quality equipment will help you manage an enormous range of projects. In addition to a drill, you get an impact driver, a variable-speed reciprocating saw with a 6-inch blade, and a powerful task light — along with two batteries, a battery charger, and a sturdy storage bag.”
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“You might even see professional contractors walking out with a Craftsman — its tools sometimes perform as well as their professional-grade competitors in Popular Mechanics tests.”
Good Housekeeping (Roy Berendsohn, Popular Mechanics) · read full review →
