- Is this a good hammer drill for home use?
- Yes, for light masonry and general drilling. It has the torque and hammer rate for brick, block and small anchors, but hard concrete calls for a rotary hammer.
- Does it come with a battery?
- The tool is sold as a bare tool, so batteries and a charger are separate. Ryobi also offers kit versions that bundle them.
- What is the difference between the two speed settings?
- Low gear gives more torque for driving and large bits; high gear spins faster for small holes. The hammer mode is selected separately.
- Will it take standard drill bits?
- Yes. The 1/2-inch keyless ratcheting chuck takes standard round and hex-shank bits, including masonry bits for hammer mode.
- How does it compare with Ryobi's brushed hammer drill?
- The brushless motor delivers more torque and longer run time per charge, and the tool is more compact. The brushed model is the cheaper, simpler option.
- Can it drive screws as well as drill?
- It can, using low gear and a clutch-free trigger for control. A dedicated impact driver is faster and lighter for heavy screw driving.
- Where is the Ryobi 18V HP Brushless Hammer Drill PBLHM102 cheapest?
- At eBay, for $99.95, 16% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Ryobi 18V HP Brushless Hammer Drill PBLHM102?
- 5 stores we checked sell it, including directtoolsoutlet.com, Home Depot, Ryobi Tools, Amazon, eBay.