Will drill everything: TOP-5 universal household power drills

The Bulgarian company SPARKY has been producing power tools for several decades and has long won the recognition of builders. By the way, it was thanks to the Sparky angle grinders, which first appeared in the USSR in the early 70s, that they began to be called “grinders”. We will talk about the BPR 240E HD perforator. The $110 percussion instrument is popular not only at home, but throughout Eastern Europe and the CIS.

The tool in a standard horizontal form factor weighing 2.8 kg is easy to handle and pleasant to look at.

The gearbox is hidden in a magnesium alloy housing, it is not afraid of high operating loads. The main handle is covered with elastane, and the additional one is equipped with a vibration damping system, so a secure grip is guaranteed - the rotary hammer will not slip out of your hands during intensive drilling or drilling.

The BPR 240E HD has a high torque of 60 Nm, which is why it is excellent for breaking stone, concrete, drilling holes in them with a drill with a diameter of up to 24 mm and a hollow crown up to 68 mm.

The model uses an SDS + type chuck with a key and an adapter, which allows you to work with drills for wood and metal. True, you need to make sure that the key is not lost, without it it will be impossible to change the nozzle. The safety clutch will protect the operator and the tool in case of jamming.

Automatic speed control (up to 4800 rpm) will help you work comfortably with different materials. The lock function will lock the power button so that you can work calmly without worrying about constantly pressing the trigger.

When drilling a large number of holes, a depth gauge will come in handy, with it you will not need to spend time on constant control.

The 4 meter long network cable allows you not only to roam around the room, but also to work with an ungrounded socket, as it is equipped with double insulation. A handy plastic case is provided for transporting the tool.

All in all, the SPARKY BPR 240E HD is a lightweight, inexpensive yet powerful home repair rotary hammer.

Tools of the Japanese brand Makita are in demand among builders all over the world, thanks to a good balance of functionality, reliability and reasonable price. The HR2470 rotary hammer is an excellent assistant for home craftsmen, as well as builders and furniture makers who carry out private orders.

The model with a horizontal engine layout looks compact, thanks to the small dimensions of 370x84x214 mm. The rotary hammer can be easily wielded, making holes in the most inaccessible places, rubberized main and additional handles provide a secure grip. The second one has a depth gauge.

HR2470 can drill holes without impact in wood (up to 32mm), metal (up to 13mm), drill with impact in concrete blocks, brick (up to 24mm), chisel walls to widen doorways, destroy partitions. At the same time, the bit rotates 360º and can be fixed in 40 positions. The absence of shock at idle significantly extends the tool life, and automatic speed control improves drilling accuracy and quality of work.

The safety clutch will not allow injury to the master when the tool is jammed, and will save the punch itself from breakage. The power button can be blocked if you need to work for a long time without interruption, or vice versa, protect yourself from careless turning on the device.

With a cord length of 2.5 m, you can’t really clear up, it will be difficult to do without an extension cord. But the set is conveniently placed in a branded case, which ensures the safety of the instrument during storage and transportation.

The Makita HR2470 rotary hammer is good, first of all, because it is Makita. The compact and reliable tool will perfectly cope with small loadings. On the other hand, a reasonable question arises, is it worth spending $150 on a household, in general, rotary hammer, if you can buy a similar one, but under a different name, 30 - 40% cheaper?

The German brand Bosch produces high quality household and professional power tools. Rotary hammer GBH 2-26 DRE Professional 0611253708 has a recognizable design, high user performance and a corresponding cost of about $170.

There are no comments on the assembly and appearance of the tool - everything is perfect here, like all Bosch products. The controls are smooth and soft, and the main and secondary handles have rubberized grips to make them easier to grip and prevent slipping. The safety clutch will protect the operator from injury if the drill or drill suddenly jams. For long-term continuous operation, as well as from accidentally starting, a power button lock is provided.

Operating modes are selected by a switch on the case. The machine is good at drilling holes with and without impact, as well as chasing, edge alignment tasks where only a demolition hammer function is needed. If necessary, the nozzle with the SDS+ tip can be changed in a couple of seconds.

The swivel fastening of the cable to the case does not constrain movements and eliminates the possibility of a break.

Traditionally for Bosch, the tool is offered in several configurations: with a case, as in our case, with a case and a screwdriver Bosch GBH 2-26 DRE Professional 0615990K00 , case and key cartridge Bosch GBH 2-26 DRE Set Professional 0611253768 .

Rotary hammer GBH 2-26 DRE is indispensable for private entrepreneurs providing repair services. It will serve for a long time and regularly, justifying the cost repeatedly.

The American company DeWALT produces power tools using the latest technology, so they are practical, high-quality and expensive. The D25144K rotary hammer costs about $250 but wins with its reliability and top-of-the-line performance.

The tool is easily recognizable by its signature yellow and black coloring. It has a classic design with a horizontal engine. Special attention deserves the execution of the handle, the lower ledge and the rubberized surface of which provide a comfortable and secure grip.

Balancing the body requires less force to hold the tool during operation. An additional swivel handle guarantees even more convenience. It is also rubberized, and in addition has a built-in diode backlight.

The rotary hammer is quite productive, the drilling frequency is 1450 rpm, and the impact is 5350 beats / min. Depth gauge gives precise sized holes. The keyless chuck included in the kit allows you to turn the rotary hammer into a convenient drill driver, work with drills for concrete, metal, tighten / unscrew screws. Chuck replacement is carried out without a key.

The rotary hammer copes well with the function of a demolition hammer, allowing you to remove tiles from surfaces and expand openings. At the same time, the body almost does not heat up, thanks to a well-thought-out ventilation and dust protection system. Correctly distribute the load on the engine, depending on the choice of mode and the material being processed, auto-adjustment of the speed helps.

The start button is blocked, which protects the operator from accidentally pressing it, or vice versa, the need to constantly keep it pressed during operation. The manufacturer did not forget about the safety of the master - the safety clutch will stop the rotation of the shaft when jammed.

The tool is completed with a durable plastic case, which has enough space for all the equipment necessary for work - drills, drills, etc. The locks of the case are metal, convenient and reliable, and will last a long time, as, indeed, the tool itself.

DeWALT D25144K is a productive, powerful, thought out to the smallest detail rotary hammer, spending on which once, you can provide yourself with several years of comfortable and financially profitable work.

The German company Metabo has been developing and manufacturing power tools for professional use for several decades. UHEV 2860-2 Quick 600713500 is a powerful and durable rock drill designed for years of hard daily use.

The tool has a classic horizontal form factor, is made in a durable plastic case with rubberized inserts and is quite heavy (3.3 kg). Nevertheless, this almost does not affect the comfort of work, thanks to the competent balancing of the case. The shape of the handle reduces the load on the hand during long and hard work.

Engine power of 1100 W makes it easy to break stones, concrete, bricks of any hardness. The high spindle speed (up to 2100 rpm) ensures fast and accurate drilling of holes with and without impact.

The model uses two types of chuck type SDS + and a keyless drill chuck, the replacement of which does not require a key. The rotary hammer can be used as a drill for making holes in wood, metal, twisting and unscrewing self-tapping screws. The auto-adjust and speed limit function allows you to optimally adjust to the material, and the lock button allows you to work without stopping for as long as you need. If the drill jams, the safety clutch will engage and the shaft will stop.

The rotary hammer can be safely used in dusty environments, thanks to the new generation Metabo Marathon multi-layer protective windings and switch protection.

The model has a fairly long 4 m power cable, protected from kink and comes in a solid branded case. In addition to this, the manufacturer offers more configuration options, with a set of chisels and chisels / drills.

Summing up, we can say that the tool is worth its money ($250) and is intended more for professionals than for home craftsmen, but the latter will definitely not refuse such a gift.