Bosch PS31-2A 12V Drill Driver vs Bosch GSR12V-300N 12V Max Brushless Drill

Both are Bosch 12V brushless drill-drivers, but they are aimed at different buyers. The PS31-2A is the ready-to-use kit: two 2 Ah batteries, a charger and a bit set, with a 3/8-inch keyless chuck, two speeds and a built-in light. The GSR12V-300N is the bare tool: more torque (300 vs 265 in-lbs), higher top speed (1,750 vs 1,300 rpm), a shorter 6.0-inch head and lighter 1.6 lb body, but no battery or charger. Owners praise both for compact size and smooth triggers; the GSR is the stronger, faster driver, the PS31 is the better first purchase.

• Choose the Bosch PS31-2A if you want a complete kit out of the box, with two batteries, a charger and a bit set, for general home drilling and driving.
• Choose the Bosch GSR12V-300N if you already own Bosch 12V batteries and want more torque, a faster top speed and the shortest, lightest body for cabinet, HVAC and overhead work.