Best Hercules cordless power tools

Top pick: the Hercules 20V brushless compact 3-speed impact driver. It's the one Hercules tool here with the full modern feature set — brushless motor, three speed settings plus an auto mode, and a built-in LED — so it covers driving screws, lag bolts and light automotive work without swapping tools.

Who the others suit:

• Hercules 20V compact 1/4 in. hex impact driver (tool only) — the simpler, older-style Hercules driver; fine if you already own Hercules 20V batteries and just want a spare driver.
• Hercules 20V brushless hammer drill/driver — the pick if you drill masonry or brick as well as wood and metal.
• Hercules 20V brushless HCB81B — a compact driver for lighter assembly work.

I couldn't pull a current Hercules circular or reciprocating saw listing, so I've left saws out rather than point you at another brand.