Cordless

Makita 18V LXT Tools and 4.0Ah Battery Compatibility?

Nov 21, 2013 Stuart 69 Comments

It looks like Makita’s new 18V LXT 4.0Ah Li-ion battery might not be compatible with all of the brand’s 18V tools and products.

Cordless

Hammerhead Switch, a 2-in-1 Impact Driver and Auto Hammer

Nov 19, 2013 Stuart 12 Comments

The Hammerhead Switch is a 2-in-1 12V Max cordless impact driver AND auto hammer combination tool.

Cordless

Coming Soon: New Makita 18V, 12V, 18V X2 Cordless Power Tools

Nov 14, 2013 Stuart 28 Comments

Here is a quick look at the new cordless power tools Makita plans to release in 2014.

Cordless

New Makita 18V 4.0Ah Battery

Nov 14, 2013 Stuart 8 Comments

Makita is coming out with a new higher capacity 18V LXT Li-ion battery pack.

Cordless

First look: Bosch’s New EC Brushless Drills and Drivers

Nov 11, 2013 Stuart 33 Comments

Bosch has announced their new line of EC brushless cordless drills, drivers, and impact wrenches.

Cordless

Deal: Milwaukee M12 Cordless Drill & Impact Driver Kits

Nov 8, 2013 Stuart 12 Comments

Milwaukee’s new M12 drill/driver and impact driver kits are currently on sale for just $99 each.

Cordless

Who Makes the Best Heated Jacket?

Nov 6, 2013 Stuart 35 Comments

Here’s a quick comparison of the latest and greatest heated jackets.

Cordless

Deal: Bosch 18V Cordless Drill/Driver Kit for $99

Nov 5, 2013 Stuart 7 Comments

This Bosch 18V compact cordless drill driver kit looks like a good option for those with tighter budgets.

Cordless

Black & Decker LED SnakeLight Flashlight Review

Oct 29, 2013 Stuart 14 Comments

We reviewed Black & Decker’s new LED rechargeable SnakeLight, an incredibly versatile and solid-performing flashlight.

Cordless

New Panasonic Multi-Functional Drill, Driver, Impact Wrench

Oct 29, 2013 Stuart 16 Comments

Panasonic has come out with a new multi-functional all-in-one cordless drill, screwdriver, impact driver, and impact wrench.

Cordless

New Makita Heated Jackets

Oct 28, 2013 Stuart 8 Comments

Makita has come out with a new line of 12V Max and 18V heated jackets.

Cordless

Coming Soon: New IR 12V Compact Cordless Tools (IQV12)

Oct 24, 2013 Stuart 13 Comments

IR is coming out with a new line of 12V Li-ion compact cordless power tools designed for automotive mechanics and technicians.

Cordless

Hot Deal: Hitachi 18V Li-ion Cordless Drill Kit for $129

Oct 24, 2013 Stuart 2 Comments

We came across a rather appealing deal on this Hitachi 18V lithium-ion cordless drill/driver kit.

Cordless

Dewalt 12V Radar Scanner

Oct 18, 2013 Stuart 19 Comments

Dewalt’s new 12V wall-scanner can tell you what’s behind the wall. And it costs quite a bit less than hiring Superman for the day.

Cordless

Porter Cable 18V Cordless Power Tool Reviews

Oct 18, 2013 Stuart 11 Comments

Here’s a review of 8 tools in Porter Cable’s popular 18V NiCd cordless power tool lineup.

Cordless

New Craftsman C3 19.2V Max Axess Auto Ratchet

Oct 14, 2013 Stuart 12 Comments

Craftsman has come out with a new C3 19.2V cordless Max Axess pass-thru style ratchet.

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers

Craftsman Nextec Cordless Inflator Review

Oct 11, 2013 Stuart 19 Comments

We reviewed Craftsman’s Nextec 12V portable inflator, an accessory we have grown to really appreciate and value.

Cordless

Deal: Dewalt 12V Max Li-ion Batteries, Just $25 Each

Oct 9, 2013 Stuart 9 Comments

We found a great deal on Dewalt 12V Max Li-ion battery packs.

Cordless

Fluke VT04 Visual IR Thermometer

Oct 9, 2013 Stuart 9 Comments

Fluke has come out with a new upgraded “visual infrared thermometer” which has more software features and better resolution than their original model.

Cordless

Milwaukee M18 Force Logic Knockout Punch Driver

Oct 8, 2013 Stuart 8 Comments

Milwaukee is soon coming out with a new M18 cordless battery-powered knockout punch driver.

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