Best brushless cordless drill drivers

Top pick: DeWalt DCD793D1 20V MAX brushless drill/driver kit — a full kit with battery and charger, brushless motor, 1/2" chuck and a compact 6.4" head, so it handles everyday drilling and driving without tiring your arm. The strongest all-rounder here for most people.

Who the others suit:

• DeWalt DCD794D1 Atomic compact — tight spaces and overhead work; same 20V platform, shorter body.
• DeWalt DCD801H1 XR with POWERSTACK — heavier jobs and longer run time from the 5Ah pack.
• Milwaukee M18 Fuel 2904 — pro-grade power and speed for daily trade use.
• Flex 24V FX1271T — high torque for big bits and augers.
• Bosch 12V kit — light cabinet and furniture work.
• Ryobi 18V (tool only) — cheap way in if you already own Ryobi batteries.

Skip the non-brushless and 3/8"-chuck models if you want brushless power and a 1/2" chuck.