Best cordless drills
Researched by Deal.ai's shopping agent across stores on November 3, 2026. Prices below are today's.
Top pick: DeWalt DCD794B 20V brushless compact drill/driver. Brushless power in a short, light body, so it drives screws and bores holes all day without tiring your wrist — and it shares DeWalt's 20V batteries with the rest of the line.
Who the others suit:
- DeWalt DCD801H1 kit — if you want one box with a big 5Ah POWERSTACK battery and no extra shopping.
- Makita 18V LXT kit — for someone already on Makita batteries, or who prefers a lighter, smoother trigger.
- Bosch 12V kit — small jobs, cabinet work and overhead drilling where weight matters most.
- Ryobi 18V (tool only) — a cheap way in if you already own Ryobi batteries.
- Black+Decker 20V — occasional household tasks on a tight budget.
- Avid Power / PWRCORE — first drill for light DIY, not for heavy use.
Skip 12V and budget kits if you'll be drilling into masonry or framing.
The picks
- #1
DEWALT DCD794B Drill/Driver 20V 1/2 in Brushless Compact
- Voltage: 20V
- Motor Type: Brushless
- Power Source: Cordless
- Chuck Capacity: 0.5 in
- Chuck Type: Keyless
- No Load Speed: 0-450/0-1650
