Skil X-Drive 18-volt cordless drill/driver
Weight: 6 pounds.
What It Comes with: A Phillips/flat-head double-ended tip (drill-bit kits sold separately), two batteries, a charger, and a plastic storage case. There are a few standout features on this drill: a stud finder, a drill-bit size indicator, forward-reverse indicator lights (to tell you which direction you’re going in), and a light that goes on when you pull the trigger to help you see where you’re drilling.
How It Works: Perfect for heavy-duty jobs, like repairing a deck, the Skil drilled a hole through a 3/4-inch-thick piece of plywood twice as quickly as the other winners, and its batteries recharged in only an hour. The weight is well-balanced, so your arm won’t tire as fast as with most 18-volt drills.
To Buy: $100, www.skil.com for store locations.