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Centroid Acorn CNC Board

Editorial

I Ordered a Benchtop Mill for CNC Conversion

May 22, 2023 Stuart 45 Comments

This was never in my plans, but now seems like a good time.

Precision Matthews PM-728VT Benchtop Milling Machine

Editorial

Readers’ Choice Review Suggestions?

May 18, 2023 Stuart 82 Comments

What tools or topics do you want ToolGuyd to review?

Craftsman Cordless Pressure Washer CMCPW1500N2 Battery Compartment

Cordless

Are Cordless Pressure Washers any Good?

May 15, 2023 Stuart 29 Comments

What’s your take on cordless pressure washers?

Milwaukee USB-C Charger with Micro Adapter

Chargers

The Power Tool Industry is Slowly Embracing USB-C

May 10, 2023 Stuart 31 Comments

The power tool industry has inched forward with USB-C implementations.

Makita XGT BL4040 Cordless Power Tool Battery

Batteries

Why are Cordless Power Tool Batteries so Expensive?

Apr 14, 2023 Stuart 82 Comments

Perhaps this explains it all?

OBDLink MX Plus Bluetooth Car Scanner

Editorial

I Bought a Bluetooth and App-Based Auto OBD2 Code Reader

Apr 12, 2023 Stuart 53 Comments

I went against my typical preferences and bought a Bluetooth and app-based tool.

Makita GCV02ZU XGT Cordless Vacuum in-Box Top-Down Contents

Cordless

Why I Bought a Makita XGT Cordless Vacuum

Mar 31, 2023 Stuart 32 Comments

I ordered a Makita XGT cordless dust extractor vacuum – here’s why and what happened.

Milwaukee 48-59-1809 M18 Packout Battery Charger on Tool Box Tower

Editorial

Reader Question: Can I Use Modular Tool Storage in the Workshop?

Mar 13, 2023 Stuart 33 Comments

A reader asked a great question about using modular storage in the workshop.

Makita GSL02 XGT Cordless Miter Saw Cutting Wood

Editorial

Should I Buy a Makita XGT Cordless 8-1/2″ Miter Saw?

Feb 21, 2023 Stuart 55 Comments

I have been considering buying a Makita XGT 8-1/2″ sliding miter saw.

Southwire Elite 200 Power Supply

Cordless

Are Portable Power Stations Practical?

Feb 9, 2023 Stuart 54 Comments

Let’s talk about the new generation of cordless power supplies.

Proto 550S Tool Storage Cabinet

Editorial

I’m in a Bad Mood About USA-Made Tool Boxes

Feb 3, 2023 Stuart 99 Comments

I’ve had some bad tool box experiences lately.

Dewalt ToughSeries Green Packaging

Editorial

Do You Care About the Sustainability of Tools and Workshop Products?

Feb 2, 2023 Stuart 103 Comments

Have sustainability efforts steered your purchasing decisions?

Acme Tools Makita XGT Cordless Power Tool Deals Feb 2023

Cordless

Best-Ever Makita XGT Cordless Power Tool Deals Started Today

Feb 1, 2023 Stuart 33 Comments

Makita kicked off new deals on select XGT 40V Max cordless power tools.

Ryobi-USB-Lithium-Battery

Cordless

Why USB-Rechargeable Cordless Tools Use Proprietary Batteries

Jan 26, 2023 Stuart 61 Comments

Let’s talk about proprietary USB-rechargeable tool batteries.

Battery-Icon-with-Rainbow-of-Different-Cordless-Power-Tool-Brand-Colors

Cordless

Let’s Talk About Cordless Power Tool Market Saturation

Jan 25, 2023 Stuart 80 Comments

What’s your take on the increasing selection of cordless power tool brands?

Milwaukee M18 Fuel Cordless Track Saw

Editorial

Why are Track Saws so Expensive?

Jan 20, 2023 Stuart 61 Comments

Track saw pricing questions tend to come up a lot, so let’s dive in.

Husky Mobile Workbench Hidden Freight Damage

Editorial

I Hate Freight Deliveries, but at Least Home Depot is Great

Jan 20, 2023 Stuart 69 Comments

New tool freight deliveries are joyous and deeply stressful occasions

Greenworks-24V-Drill-Masonry-Drilling-into-Electrical-Box-Closeup

Editorial

3 Places you Should Never Drill Holes

Jan 18, 2023 Stuart 57 Comments

Here are some drilling trips that won’t surprise you!

Milwaukee M18 Fuel Drills and Impact Driver Gen 4

Drills & Drivers

Cordless Drill vs Impact Driver – Do You Still Need Both?

Jan 17, 2023 Stuart 64 Comments

What’s your take on cordless drills vs impact drivers?

SMU Fake NWS Knockoff Insulated Pliers

Editorial

Would You Buy Knockoff Tools?

Jan 6, 2023 Stuart 85 Comments

A new lookalike knockoff brand brings up a polarizing question.

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