Doing home improvements sounds fun, but the improvements are only going to be as good as the arsenal of tools you'll have to help. The most versatile bit of kit for any keen DIY'er is a cordless drill.
Although there's loads of fairly affordable options out there to choose from, it goes without saying that the more you spend, the more you'll get out of your new drill.
All drills will at the least, be able to help you will all of the drilling and screwing jobs around the house, combi drill offer a bit more punch and are a good idea for more power on thicker surfaces, such as masonry or tough metals.
At a glance, some of the all around top performers in this field come from Bosch and Black + Decker.
We found a lot of great deals on Amazon and at Argos, it's also worth checking out your local home improvement shop for in-store promotions.
Check out our roundup below to find the best cordless drill for your home.
Best cordless drills for all your DIY tasks
1. Bosch EasyImpact 550 Hammer Drill
Boasting a clean and ergonomic design, the EasyImpact 550 from Bosch is one to consider for DIY novices and professionals alike.
The lightweight hammer drill weighs just 1.5kg, making it a breeze to control and the added impact mechanism ensures it effortlessly does the job and in a faster time than most out there..
Thanks to an anti slip handle and a 2-sleeve chuck, the drill is easy to use and ready in just a few seconds.
Price: £40, Amazon - buy here now
2. MYLEK 18V Cordless Drill Driver
For under £40 Mylek's cordless drill is a complete steal and one well worth thinking about to tackle a range of different jobs at homr.
The multi-purpose drill that can be used for a variety of DIY tasks around the home and garden, thanks to helpful features like an LED light, variable speed control and a unique electric safety brake system.
The drill comes with a 13 piece accessory kit that, which all fits conveniently into the handy carry case.
Price: £39.45, Amazon - buy here now
3. Black + Decker 18V Lithium-ion Drill Driver with Accessories
Whether it's to hang a work of art, or to install that new bed frame; Black + Decker's drill is perfect for the small to medium sized odd jobs at home.
The drill features an automatic LED light, perfect for the parts of the home that aren't well lit. There's one speed setting and 10 different torque settings, ideal for getting through plastics, timber and light metals.
Price: £45, Argos - buy here now
4. Bosch 1800 LI-2 Cordless Combi Drill
If you're looking for something that packs a bit more punching power, this cordless combi from Bosch is one to consider.
Boasting a powerful lithium-ion battery and smart technology (syneon chip) you'll get controlled energy for every project, whether it's wood, metal or masonry.
There's 20 pre-selectable torque, drill and impact drill settings and an integrated LED light for great vision whilst working all the time.
Price: £99, Amazon - buy here now
5. Ryobi R18IDBL-0 18V ONE+ Cordless 4-Mode Brushless Impact Driver
The Ryobi 18V One+ Cordless Impact Driver is simple to use, without the may confusing setting and adjustable torques.
We'd recommend this model for screwing job as well as loosening any bolts around the house. It also has three LED lights for perfect illumination
Price: £119.99, Very - buy here now
6. Dewalt 18V XR Brushless Compact Lithium-Ion Combi Drill
Ideal for a range of tasks and packing some serious power when it comes to the heavier stuff too.
The drill has a soft-grip handle which has an ergonomic feel and ensure ease of use when your drilling. It weighs just under 2kg making it nice and light to hold too.
Price: £172.90, Amazon - buy here now
7. Makita G-Series 18V 2 X 1.5Ah Li-Ion Cordless Combi Drill with 74 Accessories
The Makita G-Series 18 Volt Cordless Combi Drill makes easy work out of drilling into wood, steel, masonry and more.
There's 16 torque settings and pressure-controlled variable speed so you can take on a variety of precision tasks with maximum control. We also love the super quick charge time of just 60 minutes for the powerful battery, giving you long lasting power in no time at all.
It also comes with a very impressive 74 accessories to get you DIY'ing straight away.
Price: £149.99, Robert Dyas - buy here now
8. Guild Cordless Brushless Combi Drill
Another super versatile combi drill, perfect for taking on the jobs at home with minimal effort.
Thanks to the powerful 18V brushless motor, you'll get more power and faster results, as well as a longer run time. The battery also charges in under an hour so you'll never be without power for too long.
There's variable speeds and 24 torque settings to choose from.
Price: £85, Argos - buy here now
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