Hitachi

The New Hitachi 36V Cordless Power Tools, Coming September 2018

Apr 3, 2018 Benjamen 21 Comments

Hitachi’s new MultiVolt cordless power tools are still a few months out, but here’s a quick look at what we know so far. Read More

Cordless, Drills & Drivers, Grinders & Sanders, New Tools, Power Tools, Saws

Hitachi Power Tools is Now Metabo HPT

Mar 12, 2018 Benjamen 37 Comments

Hitachi Power Tools is changing their name to Metabo HPT. Read More

News

How Hitachi’s New MultiVolt 18V/36V Batteries Work

Feb 28, 2018 Benjamen 43 Comments

We’re excited about Hitachi’s new 18V/36V Multivolt battery technology! Read More

Cordless, New Tools, Power Tools

Hitachi Air Pin Nailer Compared to Makita and Ryobi Cordless Pin Nailers

Jan 30, 2018 Stuart 13 Comments

Here are some of the differences between a Hitachi air pin nailer, and cordless pin nailers by Makita and Ryobi. Read More

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers, Cordless, New Tools, Tool Reviews

New Hitachi Ultra-Quiet 1 Gallon Air Compressor

Jan 2, 2018 Stuart 19 Comments

Hitachi has a new ultra-quiet air compressor, coming soon. Read More

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers, New Tools

Hot Deals on Great Hitachi Nailers – so Good We Bought ‘Em Too

Nov 30, 2017 Stuart 21 Comments

There are a couple of Hitachi air nailers on sale! Read More

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers, DealGuyd

Best Black Friday 2017 Cordless Power Tool Kits

Nov 21, 2017 Stuart 23 Comments

Here’s a rundown of some of the best Black Friday and Holiday 2017 cordless power tool combo kit deals we’ve come across yet. Read More

Cordless, DealGuyd

Black Friday 2017 Table Saw Deals

Nov 21, 2017 Stuart 33 Comments

Looking for a good Black Friday 2017 deal on table saws? These are the best ones we’ve been tracking. Read More

DealGuyd, Saws, Woodworking

Hitachi MultiVolt – a New FlexVolt-Like 36V Cordless Power Tool System

Oct 17, 2017 Stuart 19 Comments

Hitachi’s new MultiVolt 36V cordless power tool platform offers FlexVolt-like battery compatibility. Read More

Cordless, Drills & Drivers, Grinders & Sanders, New Tools, Saws, Woodworking

Hitachi Drops the Price of High Capacity Battery Packs – Will Other Brands Follow?

Oct 17, 2017 Stuart 29 Comments

Hitachi’s 18V 3.0Ah compact battery pack is priced at an incredibly low dollar-per-amp-hour ratio. Is this something we might see from other brands? Read More

Cordless, DealGuyd, Editorial

New Hitachi Worm Drive Saw

Sep 21, 2017 Stuart 21 Comments

Hitachi has come out with a new 15A corded worm drive circular saw. Read More

New Tools, Saws, Woodworking

Deal of the Day: Hitachi 10″ Miter Saw for $100 (8/23/17)

Aug 23, 2017 Stuart 4 Comments

Today only, there’s a sale on a Hitachi 10″ miter saw. Read More

DealGuyd, Saws, Woodworking

Which is the Best Cordless Power Tool Brand?

Jun 19, 2017 Stuart 214 Comments

Which is the best cordless power tool brand? Read More

Buying Guides, Cordless, Editorial, Tool Reviews

Hitachi 18V Triple Hammer Impact Driver Review

Jun 5, 2017 Benjamen 9 Comments

The Hitachi 18V Triple Hammer impact driver has a few annoying problems, but all in all it is very comfortable, light, and well balanced. Read More

Cordless, Drills & Drivers, Tool Reviews

ToolGuyd Top Tool Picks #5

Mar 23, 2017 Stuart 16 Comments

Here’s my latest grab bag of 4 “top tool picks” recommendations. Read More

Tool Reviews, ToolGuyd Recommendations

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