Corded or Battery-Powered Drill: Which to Choose?

It's the classic duel on a workbench: corded drill or battery-powered drill? Ten years ago the answer was divided, but today the numbers have changed. However, the corded drill still has some tricks up its sleeve. Let's compare!

In Favor of the Battery

• Total freedom - work on the roof, in the garden and on the construction site without extensions;

• Modern 18V - torque that puts many corded models to shame;

• One system, many machines - the same battery can be used among other tools;

     

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With the Cord

• Constant Power - never Slows down mid-drilling;
  • No load management - turns on and works all day;
    • Cost - usually cheaper than cordless drills;
      • Zero dead weight - no hanging battery, better for overhead work.

             

        
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        The House Verdict

        For home use and light work: battery, without hesitation. Convenience wins all!

        For fixed workbench and time-consuming jobs: corded, or better yet, both: a good 18V for everyday use and a corded one to live in workshop.

        Frequently Asked Questions

        Do batteries get damaged without being used?
        
        Stored with half charge and away from heat, they last for years!

        How many Ah should I buy?
        
        Two medium batteries are worth more than one large one. While one works, the other charges.

        And for concrete?
        
        There, neither wire nor common battery will do: see our range of SDS Demolition Hammers/Drills.

        Decide with Your Own Hands

        At Bernardinos, pick up both, feel the weight and torque, and take the most suitable one for your work, with the leading brands and batteries in stock. We are waiting for you!